Schecter Sunset-6 Red Dawn guitar in Gloss Black
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- Full Schecter manufacturer's warranty
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- SCHECTER3890
. Description
Sound & Tone
The Fishman Fluence Modern set gives this Sunset-6 two clear personalities: the ceramic bridge pickup pushes tight, high-output crunch and clarity that holds together under heavy gain, while the alnico neck unit leans warmer and rounder for leads and clean passages, with additional voices available through the 5-way switch and push-pull volume. Basswood body with a set maple neck and ebony fretboard keeps the midrange focused and the attack quick, and the Tune-O-Matic bridge with string-thru body adds sustain and note definition. At 25.5" scale with an ultra-thin neck and stainless X-Jumbo frets, it suits modern metal, prog, and hard rock players who need fast riffing and articulate cleans from the same instrument.
Schecter Sunset-6 Red Dawn Gloss Black Electric Guitar
The Sunset-6 Red Dawn is a workhorse modern player's guitar that sits naturally in your hands on a stand or slung across your chest. An ultra-thin neck and 25.5" scale length make it comfortable for long sets, while a striking gloss black finish accented by red body and neck binding stands out under stage lights. Serious modern electronics and responsive pickups let you dial in everything from aggressive high-gain work to articulate, clean tones without breaking a sweat.
Playability & Comfort
The ultra-thin "C" neck shape paired with a 42mm Graphtech Black Tusq XL nut and 24 stainless-steel X-Jumbo frets gives you a low-action platform that cuts through the fatigue of touring gigs. A 16" fretboard radius balances comfort across the full range while the 3-piece maple set neck with Ultra-Access design keeps upper frets fully accessible without compromise.
Tone & Electronics
Dual Fishman Fluence Modern pickups—ceramic in the bridge and alnico in the neck—deliver three distinct voice options via the 5-way switch and push-pull master volume control, giving you the tonal range to switch between songs and setlists without a rig change. The Tonepros Locking Tune-O-Matic bridge with string-thru body stays locked in tuning through a full night of heavy playing and ensures enhanced sustain and note definition across all strings.
Key Features
- Body: Basswood with red body and neck binding; gloss black finish
- Neck: 3-piece maple set neck with Ultra-Access cutaway
- Neck shape: Ultra-thin "C" profile
- Scale length: 25.5"
- Fretboard: Ebony with offset red circle inlays
- 24 stainless-steel X-Jumbo frets; 16" radius
- 42mm Graphtech Black Tusq XL nut
- Bridge pickup: Fishman Fluence Modern Ceramic Open-Core
- Neck pickup: Fishman Fluence Modern Alnico Open-Core
- Controls: Master volume (push-pull), 5-way switch with Fluence voice options
- Bridge: Tonepros Locking Tune-O-Matic with string-thru body
- Tuners: Schecter locking tuners; black hardware
This Red Dawn delivers premium hardware and electronics in a player-focused package that handles studio demands and live performance with equal capability.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
| Country of Manufacture | South Korea |
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Specifications
| Scale Length | 25.5" Scale |
|---|---|
| Frets | 24 Frets |
| Fretboard | Ebony |
| Neck Wood | Maple |
| Bridge | Tune-O-Matic |
| Strings | 6 |
| Orientation | Right handed |
| Made In | South Korea |
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Hard Rock
- ✓ Progressive
- ✓ Studio Sessions
- ✓ Live Performance
Not the best pick for
- – Folk
- – Traditional Jazz
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What skill level is this guitar suited for?
The Sunset-6 Red Dawn is designed for intermediate, advanced, and professional players. Its fast ultra-thin neck, low action, and responsive pickups reward precision and aggressive playing styles, making it ideal for experienced players tackling metal, hard rock, and progressive material.
Can I get clean tones out of this guitar, or is it only for high-gain?
The Fishman Fluence Modern pickups deliver both aggressive high-output punch and smooth, articulate cleans through three distinct voice options controlled by the 5-way switch and push-pull master volume. This tonal flexibility makes the Sunset-6 equally capable in clean and overdriven contexts.
What's included with the guitar?
You receive the fully assembled Sunset-6 Red Dawn with dual Fishman Fluence pickups, Tonepros Locking Tune-O-Matic bridge, Schecter locking tuners, and black hardware. The guitar comes strung and ready to play.
How does the neck feel compared to other modern guitars?
The ultra-thin "C" profile neck paired with a 42mm Graphtech Black Tusq XL nut and 24 stainless-steel X-Jumbo frets creates a fast, low-action platform with a 16" fretboard radius that balances comfort and playability across the full range. The 3-piece maple set neck with Ultra-Access design keeps upper frets fully accessible.
What genres is this guitar best suited for?
The Sunset-6 excels in metal, hard rock, progressive, and studio/live performance contexts. Its high-output pickups, tight low end, and versatile voicing make it less ideal for folk or traditional jazz applications.
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 $84 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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