Schecter Solo-II Custom guitar in Aged Black Satin
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- SKU
- SCHECTER658
- Color
- Black
Description
Sound & Tone
The mahogany body and set mahogany neck with a solid maple top give this single-cutaway a warm, thick midrange core with added top-end snap and long sustain, reinforced by the TonePros bridge and tailpiece and the 24.75" scale's relaxed, singing feel. Schecter USA Pasadena and Pasadena Plus humbuckers stay articulate and dynamic under gain, with clear note separation for chords and leads, while push-pull coil tapping thins things out for brighter, more scooped single-coil textures. It suits classic and modern rock, blues-rock leads and heavier riffing, and the ebony fretboard with a 12"-16" compound radius and X-Jumbo frets favors players who bend and move quickly between rhythm and solo work.
Schecter Solo-II Custom Electric Guitar Aged Black Satin
The Solo-II Custom sits perfectly in your hands with its thin 'C'-shaped mahogany neck and precisely contoured body designed for extended play sessions. The Aged Black Satin finish paired with aged crème multi-ply binding develops character on stage and in the studio. This is a purpose-built instrument for players who demand both responsive tone and ergonomic responsiveness.
Playability & Build Quality
The set-neck construction using mahogany with a solid maple top generates natural resonance and sustain while maintaining the structural integrity needed for touring and hard use. A thin 'C' neck profile combined with 22 X-Jumbo frets and a 12"-16" compound radius ebony fretboard makes position changes feel natural and fretting across the entire neck stays comfortable through longer sets. The Ernie Ball compensated nut at 1.653" width and Schecter locking tuners hold your tuning rock-solid under stage lights and in the heat of performance.
Tone & Electronics
The Schecter USA Pasadena and Pasadena Plus humbuckers deliver articulate, dynamic output with excellent note definition and harmonic clarity that cuts through a live mix. The electronics layout—Volume/Volume/Tone with push-pull coil tapping and a 3-way switch—unlocks single-coil textures from the humbuckers, giving you tonal flexibility on a single instrument without losing the core character that makes these pickups sing. The TonePros T3BT TOM bridge and T1Z tailpiece with gold hardware sustain notes with authority and contribute to the instrument's overall resonance and tuning stability.
Key Features
- Single-cutaway mahogany body with solid maple top, Aged Black Satin finish
- Set-in mahogany neck, thin 'C' shape with aged crème multi-ply binding
- Arched top construction; weight approximately 8 lbs 12 oz
- Ebony fretboard with mother-of-pearl block inlays; 24.75" scale length
- 22 X-Jumbo frets with 12"-16" compound radius
- Neck dimensions: 0.787" at 1st fret, 0.866" at 12th fret
- Ernie Ball compensated nut, 1.653" nut width
- Schecter locking tuners with gold hardware throughout
- TonePros T3BT TOM bridge and T1Z tailpiece
- Schecter USA Pasadena (neck) and Pasadena Plus (bridge) humbuckers
- Electronics: Volume/Volume/Tone (push-pull coil tapping)/3-way switch configuration
- Grip Tip speed knobs; 2-way adjustable truss rod
The Solo-II Custom combines thoughtful construction with flexible electronics to deliver a reliable instrument capable of navigating multiple tonal territories without compromise—ready for the gig bag and built to last.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
| Neck Construction | Set-Neck |
| Country of Manufacture | South Korea |
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At a Glance
The Schecter Solo-II Custom is a single-cutaway mahogany guitar with a set neck, solid maple top, and versatile USA-made humbuckers featuring push-pull coil tapping for single-coil access—built for gigging musicians and studio players who need articulate, sustain-focused tone across rock, blues, and hard rock. Its thin 'C'-shaped neck, compound-radius ebony fretboard, and 22 X-Jumbo frets make it comfortable for extended playing sessions and quick position changes on stage. The TonePros bridge, locking tuners, and refined Aged Black Satin finish deliver reliable tuning stability and timeless aesthetics that age gracefully through years of road work.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Rock
- ✓ Blues
- ✓ Hard Rock
- ✓ Studio Sessions
- ✓ Gigging
Not the best pick for
- – Punk
- – Metal
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What neck profile does this guitar have, and is it comfortable for extended playing?
The Solo-II Custom features a thin 'C'-shaped mahogany neck measuring 0.787" at the 1st fret and 0.866" at the 12th fret, paired with a 12"-16" compound-radius ebony fretboard and 22 X-Jumbo frets. This combination supports quick position changes and comfortable fretting across the entire neck for both rhythm and lead playing.
Can I access single-coil tones from these humbuckers?
Yes. The electronics feature push-pull coil tapping on the tone control that lets you split the USA-made Pasadena and Pasadena Plus humbuckers into single-coil textures, expanding your tonal range from thick humbucker character to brighter, articulate single-coil output without swapping pickups.
What hardware and tuning stability features are included?
The guitar comes equipped with Schecter locking tuners, an Ernie Ball compensated nut at 1.653" width, and a TonePros T3BT TOM bridge with T1Z tailpiece and gold hardware throughout—all designed to ensure reliable tuning stability for gigging and long studio sessions.
What genres and playing styles is this guitar best suited for?
The Solo-II Custom is purpose-built for rock, blues, hard rock, and studio sessions, delivering articulate, harmonic-rich tone with sustain. It is not optimized for punk or metal genres.
What is the weight and scale length of this guitar?
The Solo-II Custom weighs approximately 8 lbs 12 oz and features a 24.75" scale length, typical for single-cutaway designs and suitable for a balanced, comfortable playing feel.
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