Schecter Sunset-6 Extreme guitar in Scarlet Burst
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- SKU
- SCHECTER2571
- Color
- Red
. Description
Sound & Tone
The Nyatoh body with flamed maple top and ebony fretboard sets up a tight, defined voice, and the 25.5" scale with a string-through hardtail bridge adds snap, focused sustain, and firm low-end definition. The Schecter USA Sunset Strip bridge pickup leans aggressive and cutting for leads and high-gain riffing, while the Pasadena neck pickup rounds things out with warmer, articulate rhythm tones, and the 5-way toggle opens up blended positions in between. With 24 stainless steel X-Jumbo frets and a 16" radius, it suits modern rock and metal lead playing while remaining clear enough for cleaner rhythm and general-purpose work.
Schecter Sunset-6 Extreme Guitar Scarlet Burst
The Sunset-6 Extreme sits in your hands with an exceptionally comfortable grip thanks to its ultra-thin "C" neck profile and feather-light ergonomics that won't wear you out during marathon sets. The Scarlet Burst finish over flamed maple grabs attention on stage, while the bolt-on construction with Ultra Access keeps neck adjustments and intonation tweaks quick and painless between gigs. This right-handed instrument arrives fully set up and ready to play straight out of the box with Schecter's full warranty backing.
Playability & Feel
The neck combines 5-piece Maple/Rosewood construction with carbon fiber reinforcement rods, delivering stability and eliminating neck dive during aggressive playing. At the 1st fret the neck measures 0.748" and tapers to 0.787" at the 12th fret, supporting the ultra-thin profile that keeps your hand loose and reduces fatigue on long gigs. Twenty-four X-Jumbo stainless steel frets paired with a 16" radius ebony fretboard handle everything from high-speed lead passages to bluesy bends and everything in between, while the Graph Tech XL Black Tusq nut at 1.653" width locks in clarity and solid string definition across the full range.
Tone & Electronics
The Schecter USA Sunset Strip bridge pickup bites hard for lead work and cuts through the mix on stage, while the Schecter USA Pasadena neck pickup delivers warm, articulate tones that hold their own in rhythm sections. A straightforward Master Volume and 5-way toggle switch with metal dome knobs keeps control intuitive, and the Schecter Diamond Hardtail bridge with string-through-body design locks in tuning stability and focused sustain—critical for reliable live performance.
Key Features
- Nyatoh body with flamed maple top and Scarlet Burst finish
- Bolt-on construction with Ultra Access neck joint
- 5-piece Maple/Rosewood neck with carbon fiber reinforcement rods
- Ultra thin "C" neck profile — 0.748" at 1st fret, 0.787" at 12th fret
- 24 X-Jumbo stainless steel frets with 16" radius ebony fretboard
- Graph Tech XL Black Tusq nut at 1.653" width
- Schecter Locking tuners with spoke wheel truss rod
- Schecter USA Sunset Strip bridge pickup and Schecter USA Pasadena neck pickup
- Schecter Diamond Hardtail bridge with string-through-body design
- 25.5" scale with offset metal ring inlays
- Black hardware throughout
- Ships with Ernie Ball Regular Slinky strings (.010-.046)
The Sunset-6 Extreme merges refined neck ergonomics, professional-grade electronics, and hardtail reliability into a workhorse instrument built for gigging players who need responsive playability and tonal range night after night.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
| Neck Construction | Bolt-On |
| Country of Manufacture | Indonesia |
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Specifications
| Body Style | Single Cutaway |
|---|---|
| Scale Length | 25.5" Scale |
| Frets | 24 Frets |
| Fretboard | Ebony |
| Neck Wood | Maple |
| Neck Construction | Bolt-On |
| Pickups | HH |
| Bridge | Hardtail |
| Strings | 6 |
| Orientation | Right handed |
| Model Year | 2023 |
| Made In | Indonesia |
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Rock
- ✓ Hard Rock
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Studio Sessions
Not the best pick for
- – Jazz
- – Folk
- – Worship
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What neck profile does this guitar have, and how does it affect playability?
The Sunset-6 Extreme features an ultra-thin C-profile neck that measures 0.748 inches at the first fret and tapers to 0.787 inches at the 12th fret. This slim profile is designed to reduce hand fatigue during extended playing sessions and supports both modern shredding and traditional playing styles, making it ideal for intermediate to professional players.
How does the hardtail bridge affect tuning stability and sustain?
The Schecter Diamond Hardtail bridge with string-through-body design delivers rock-solid tuning stability and focused sustain, eliminating the tuning drift that can occur with whammy bars. This design is preferred for gigging and studio work where reliable intonation across multiple takes is essential.
What pickups are in this guitar, and which is better for leads versus rhythm?
The Schecter USA Sunset Strip bridge pickup delivers aggressive articulation for lead work, while the Schecter USA Pasadena neck pickup produces warm, articulate tones ideal for rhythm playing. A 5-way toggle switch lets you blend or select either pickup to suit your playing moment.
Is this guitar suitable for jazz or worship music?
No, the Sunset-6 Extreme is purpose-built for rock, hard rock, and metal; its aggressive pickup voicing, hardtail bridge, and tonal character are optimized for those genres and do not suit jazz, folk, or worship applications.
What comes in the box, and is the guitar ready to play out of the box?
The guitar ships fully set up and ready to play with a set of Ernie Ball Regular Slinky strings (.010-.046) installed. Schecter's full warranty backs the instrument, and the bolt-on Ultra Access neck joint makes future intonation and truss rod adjustments straightforward.
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 $70 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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