Schecter Solo-II Standard guitar in Blood Burst
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Schecter Solo-II Standard Guitar Blood Burst
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- SKU
- SCHECTER3960
- Color
- Red
Description
Sound & Tone
The mahogany body, 24.75" scale, and Tune-O-Matic-with-stop-tailpiece setup give this single-cutaway a thick, warm midrange with long sustain and a slightly slinky feel under bends. Schecter Diamond Standard humbuckers keep things articulate on both ends — a round, vocal neck tone for blues leads and clean chording, and a tighter, more aggressive bridge voice that holds definition under high gain. With a simple volume/tone/3-way layout and a rosewood board over roasted maple, it sits comfortably in classic rock, hard rock, and modern metal, while still cleaning up enough for pop and session work.
Schecter Solo-II Standard Guitar Blood Burst
The Schecter Solo-II Standard in Blood Burst is a workhorse single-cutaway built for players who demand speed and comfort without compromise. The roasted maple neck carved in a thin "C" profile and smooth rosewood fretboard with 22 jumbo frets deliver the responsiveness that gigging musicians rely on, while the striking red-to-black burst finish over mahogany with black hardware commands presence on any stage.
Playability & Feel
The roasted maple neck with thin "C" contour and 24.75" scale length cuts through hand fatigue on long gigs, offering fast fret access and natural hand positioning for extended sessions. Neck thickness measures 0.787" at the first fret and 0.866" at the twelfth fret—that sweet spot between modern speed and traditional grip—while the 14" fretboard radius and 22 jumbo frets enable aggressive bending and dead-on intonation across all registers. This is a neck that rewards technique and plays night after night without complaint.
Tone & Electronics
Dual Schecter Diamond Standard humbuckers with black metal covers punch through a live mix with articulate, dynamic response—from bluesy sustain to aggressive high-gain clarity. The intuitive control layout—master volume, master tone, and 3-way toggle switch—gets out of your way and lets you focus on playing, while the Tune-O-Matic bridge and stop tailpiece hold tuning tight across demanding setlists and studio work.
Key Features
- Body Material: Mahogany with flat top and bevel edge contour
- Color: Blood Burst finish
- Neck Material: Roasted Maple in Thin "C" profile
- Fretboard: Rosewood with white dot inlays
- Scale Length: 24.75"
- Frets: 22 Jumbo with 14" radius
- Nut: Graphite, 42mm width with 2-way adjustable truss rod
- Bridge: Tune-O-Matic with stop tailpiece
- Pickups: Schecter Diamond Standard humbuckers (neck and bridge) with black metal covers
- Controls: Master volume, master tone, 3-way toggle switch
- Hardware: Black Schecter tuners and metal dome knobs
- Construction: Bolt-on
The Solo-II Standard pairs aggressive modern aesthetics with battle-tested Schecter engineering—a reliable stage instrument that delivers in the studio, on the road, and in the hands of serious players.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
| Neck Construction | Bolt-On |
| Country of Manufacture | China |
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Specifications
| Scale Length | 24.75" Scale |
|---|---|
| Frets | 22 Frets |
| Fretboard | Rosewood |
| Neck Wood | Maple |
| Neck Construction | Bolt-On |
| Bridge | Tune-O-Matic / Stopbar |
| Strings | 6 |
| Orientation | Right handed |
| Model Year | 2024 |
| Made In | China |
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Rock
- ✓ Hard Rock
- ✓ Blues
- ✓ Metal
Not the best pick for
- – Jazz
- – Folk
Skill level: Beginner · Intermediate · Advanced
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this guitar good for beginners?
Yes—the thin C-profile neck and accessible 24.75" scale make it comfortable for beginners, though it's also built for intermediate and advanced players. The straightforward 3-way toggle and master controls are easy to navigate while you're learning tone shaping.
What kind of music is this guitar best for?
The Solo-II Standard excels in rock, hard rock, blues, and metal. The dual humbuckers deliver both bluesy sustain and aggressive high-gain clarity, though it's not ideally voiced for jazz or folk styles.
What's included and what are the key specs?
You get the guitar with a roasted maple thin C-profile neck, 22 jumbo frets, 14" radius fretboard, mahogany body, Schecter Diamond Standard humbuckers, Tune-O-Matic bridge with stop tailpiece, graphite nut, and black hardware. The Blood Burst finish is bold red-to-black.
How does the Schecter Solo-II compare to other budget single-cuts?
The Solo-II Standard sits alongside the Fender Les Paul Special, Epiphone Les Paul Standard, and Ibanez ARZ as capable single-cutaway options. The roasted maple neck and 24.75" scale give it a fast-playing feel, while the Schecter humbuckers are voiced for clarity and sustain across rock and metal.
Will this guitar stay in tune during a gig or long session?
Yes—the Tune-O-Matic bridge with stop tailpiece is engineered for rock-solid tuning stability, and the roasted maple neck is stable across temperature and humidity changes, making it reliable for touring and extended studio work.
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