Schecter C-6 Plus Electric Guitar Vintage Sunburst
Description
Schecter C-6 Plus Electric Guitar Vintage Sunburst
The C-6 Plus captures articulate, responsive tones with its slim Thin 'C' neck profile and 24 X-Jumbo frets across a 25.5" scale. The quilted maple top in Vintage Sunburst finish delivers visual warmth alongside solid construction, while the bolt-on basswood body produces tight, punchy midrange that translates well to mix. This is a reliable studio workhorse engineered for precision tracking and session versatility.
Recording & Playing Dynamics
Neck geometry supports extended tracking sessions and technical passages: a Thin 'C' shape measures 0.787" at the first fret and 0.866" at the 12th, paired with a 14" fretboard radius that balances compound curvature for both lead articulation and clean chord voicing. X-Jumbo frets enable precise intonation and consistent note definition across multiple takes, while the graphite nut (1.653" width) locks tuning stability and maintains accurate string-to-string spacing for standard tuning through long sessions.
Tone & Pickup Performance
Dual Schecter Diamond Plus pickups (neck and bridge) yield thick, balanced tone with excellent note separation—the 3-way switch provides bridge, middle (blended), and neck voicing options for layering parts and sculpting frequency content. The Tune-O-Matic bridge with string-thru-body design maximizes sustain and tonal definition, essential for capturing clear takes, while metal knurled knobs offer stable, repeatable volume and tone settings across multiple recording passes.
Key Features
- Model: Schecter C-6 Plus
- Body: Basswood with Quilted Maple top, Flat Top w/Bevel Edge contour
- Construction: Bolt-on, right-handed
- Neck: Maple with Rosewood fretboard, Thin 'C' shape
- Scale: 25.5" (648mm)
- Frets: 24 X-Jumbo
- Fretboard Radius: 14" (355mm)
- Nut: Graphite, 1.653" width
- Pickups: Dual Schecter Diamond Plus (neck and bridge)
- Bridge: Tune-O-Matic with String Thru Body
- Hardware: Chrome with metal knurled knobs
- Weight: 7.0 lbs
- Strings: .010–.046 gauge
- Country of Origin: Indonesia
The C-6 Plus combines a session-friendly neck, dual Diamond Plus pickups, and stable hardware into a guitar built for reliable studio performance and multitrack flexibility.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
| Country of Manufacture | Indonesia |
Reviews
At a Glance
The Schecter C-6 Plus captures thick, balanced output with articulate highs and sustained lows through its dual Diamond Plus pickups and string-thru Tune-O-Matic bridge, sitting well in rock and metal mixes with minimal EQ work. The responsive basswood body and fast neck make it equally comfortable tracking leads or rhythm parts, while the graphite nut and X-Jumbo frets ensure stable intonation during long sessions. This is a versatile workhorse for home studios and producers tracking hard rock or metal without breaking budget.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Rock
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Hard Rock
- ✓ Practice
- ✓ First Serious Guitar
Not the best pick for
- – Jazz
- – Traditional Country
- – Folk
Skill level: Beginner · Intermediate · Advanced
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this guitar suitable for beginners, or does it need intermediate skills?
The C-6 Plus works for beginners through advanced players. The slim Thin 'C' neck profile (0.787" at the first fret) and 14" fretboard radius make it fast and comfortable for learning, while X-Jumbo frets reduce finger pressure needed for clean bends and articulation.
What styles does this guitar play best?
It excels in rock, metal, and hard rock with its thick, balanced output and articulate highs. The sustained lows and responsive character make it less suited for jazz, traditional country, or folk applications.
What pickups are in the C-6 Plus, and can I switch between neck and bridge?
It features dual Schecter Diamond Plus pickups in neck and bridge positions, with a 3-way switch offering bridge, blended middle, and neck voicing options for tonal flexibility within a rock-oriented palette.
What's included with the guitar, and what gauge strings does it use?
The guitar ships with standard hardware and setup for .010–.046 gauge strings in standard tuning. A graphite nut (1.653" width) ensures precise string spacing and stable tuning out of the box.
How does the C-6 Plus compare to the Ibanez RG421 or ESP LTD EC-256?
All three are budget-friendly electric workhorses for rock and metal, but the C-6 Plus emphasizes a thicker, more sustained tone with its basswood/maple construction and string-thru bridge, versus the RG421's faster, brighter character or the EC-256's slightly darker voicing.
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