Schecter PT SLS Elite guitar in Blood Burst
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- SKU
- SCHECTER1375
- Color
- Red
. Description
Sound & Tone
The swamp ash body with flamed maple top and neck-thru construction lend a tight, sustaining voice with clear note separation, while the 25.5" scale and Hipshot hardtail string-thru bridge keep low notes firm and articulate. Fishman Fluence Modern humbuckers give two distinct characters — a ceramic bridge with cutting attack and high output for tight rhythm chugs and lead work, and an Alnico neck with rounder warmth for cleans and melodic phrasing — with push-pull volume and tone opening up additional voicings on the fly. It leans toward modern metal, prog, and hard rock, though the ebony board, compound radius, and 24 stainless frets suit anyone chasing fast, precise playing across the full range.
Schecter PT SLS Elite Guitar Blood Burst
The PT SLS Elite sits in your hands like a purpose-built stage weapon. The Ultra Thin "C" neck profile and 24 X-Jumbo Stainless Steel frets paired with a 12"-16" compound radius fretboard let your fingers move without resistance, whether you're sliding up the neck or digging into palm-muted riffs. Neck-thru construction with Ultra Access combined with the Hipshot Hardtail bridge locks in solid sustain and keeps your tuning rock-solid through a full set. This is the kind of precision instrument working musicians and collectors reach for—one that rewards responsive technique and handles everything from articulate single-note passages to aggressive full-band dynamics.
Playability & Construction
The Maple/Walnut/Padauk multi-ply neck with carbon fiber reinforcement rods resists warping while maintaining tonal clarity you'll hear under stage lights. The Ebony fretboard with Abalone offset/reverse dots and matching side dot markers gives you clear fret markers during live work while adding visual punch to your onstage presence. The Ernie Ball compensated nut (1.653" wide) keeps intonation accurate across the entire 25.5" scale, critical for extended gigs. Schecter locking tuners and a 2-way adjustable truss rod with heel access let you dial in your setup between songs or sessions without breaking stride.
Tone & Electronics
The dual Fishman Fluence Modern pickups—ceramic magnet in the bridge position and Alnico in the neck—cut through a live mix with articulate, dynamic response and excellent note definition. Push-pull volume and tone controls with a 3-way switch and 9-volt clip-in battery compartment let you shape your sound on the fly without signal loss. The Swamp Ash body with Flamed Maple top and black hardware deliver warmth and clarity that translates to packed rooms and recording sessions alike.
Key Features
- Model: PT SLS Elite (Item #1375), Right Handed, South Korea manufacture
- Body: Swamp Ash with Flamed Maple top, Neck-Thru w/Ultra Access construction, Ivory 1-ply binding
- Neck: Maple/Walnut/Padauk multi-ply with carbon fiber reinforcement rods, Ultra Thin "C" shape
- Fretboard: Ebony with 24 X-Jumbo Stainless Steel frets, 12"-16" compound radius
- Scale: 25.5" (648mm) with Ernie Ball compensated nut, 1.653" width
- Neck dimensions: 0.748" at 1st fret, 0.787" at 12th fret with 2-way truss rod and heel access
- Inlays: Abalone offset/reverse dots on fretboard, Abalone side dot markers
- Bridge Pickup: Fishman Fluence Modern (Ceramic Magnet) Humbucker
- Neck Pickup: Fishman Fluence Modern (Alnico Magnet) Humbucker
- Electronics: Push-Pull Volume/Push-Pull Tone controls, 3-Way Switch, 9-volt clip-in battery compartment
- Bridge: Hipshot Hardtail (.125) with string-thru body design, black hardware
- Hardware: Schecter locking tuners, metal knurled knobs with set screws
The PT SLS Elite Blood Burst combines refined ergonomics with professional-grade electronics and hardware to deliver a guitar that responds to both refined technique and aggressive playing.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
| Neck Construction | Neck-Thru-Body |
| Country of Manufacture | South Korea |
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Specifications
| Body Style | Telecaster |
|---|---|
| Scale Length | 25.5" Scale |
| Frets | 24 Frets |
| Fretboard | Ebony |
| Neck Wood | Maple |
| Neck Construction | Neck-Thru-Body |
| Pickups | HH |
| Bridge | Hipshot |
| Strings | 6 |
| Orientation | Right handed |
| Model Year | 2023 |
| Made In | South Korea |
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Progressive
- ✓ Hard Rock
- ✓ Studio Sessions
- ✓ Touring
Not the best pick for
- – Traditional Jazz
- – Folk
- – Country
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What skill level is this guitar designed for?
The PT SLS Elite is built for intermediate to advanced and professional players who value speed and precision. Its Ultra Thin "C" neck profile, 24 X-Jumbo Stainless Steel frets, and 12"-16" compound radius fretboard reward refined technique and aggressive attack equally.
What genres does this guitar handle best?
This guitar excels in Metal, Progressive, Hard Rock, studio sessions, and touring applications. The dual Fishman Fluence Modern pickups—Ceramic in the bridge, Alnico in the neck—deliver articulate, dynamic response ideal for these styles, though it is not optimized for Traditional Jazz, Folk, or Country.
How does the neck construction contribute to durability and tone?
The neck-thru construction with Maple/Walnut/Padauk multi-ply and carbon fiber reinforcement rods resists warping while maintaining tonal clarity. This design, combined with the Hipshot Hardtail bridge and Schecter locking tuners, ensures tuning stability and sustain across extended sessions without fret sprout.
What pickup switching options are available?
The guitar features Push-Pull Volume and Push-Pull Tone controls paired with dual Fishman Fluence Modern pickups, allowing you to switch between Ceramic (bridge) and Alnico (neck) voicing without signal compromise. A 3-Way Switch and 9-volt clip-in battery compartment provide additional switching flexibility.
What is the nut width and scale length?
The PT SLS Elite has a 25.5" scale with an Ernie Ball compensated nut at 1.653" width, ensuring accurate intonation and comfortable playability across the fretboard.
Do I pay sales tax on this order?
We collect sales tax only on orders shipped to California. Orders shipped to any other US state are charged $0 sales tax at checkout when you buy direct from our website. On this item that is roughly $105 less out the door than the same listed price at a national retailer or on a marketplace. Marketplaces such as eBay, Reverb and Amazon collect sales tax in nearly every state as marketplace facilitators no matter who the seller is, so the same item at the same price costs less bought direct. Free US shipping and 30-day returns are included. Some states ask buyers to self-report use tax on out-of-state purchases.
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