Schecter PT Standard guitar in , Purple Burst
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- Full Schecter manufacturer's warranty
- Free shipping in the continental US
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- SKU
- SCHECTER3956
Description
Sound & Tone
The Schecter Diamond Standard humbuckers give the PT Standard a warm, full-bodied voice that holds together under gain and stays clear when rolled back to cleans, with a simple master volume, master tone and 3-way toggle keeping the choices immediate. Its mahogany body with poplar burl top and bolt-on neck push a punchy midrange articulation rather than long sustain, so picking-hand dynamics and amp settings come through plainly. The 25.5" scale on a roasted maple neck adds tightness and definition, making it a practical fit for rock and hard rock rhythm work, riffing and lead playing in both studio and live settings.
Schecter PT Standard Guitar in Purple Burst
The Schecter PT Standard captures a balanced, neutral recording platform with its thin C-profile roasted maple neck and flat-top mahogany body contoured for extended upper-fret access. The Purple Burst finish with poplar burl top provides striking visual character without compromising on hardware quality—black Schecter hardware and binding maintain tonal consistency and aesthetic coherence. This is a workhorse instrument engineered for recording and production work, delivering straightforward functionality and reliable performance across multiple session contexts.
Recording Response & Ergonomics
The roasted maple neck with thin C profile and 25.5" scale length offers responsive feel and reduced physical fatigue during long tracking sessions. A 14" fretboard radius paired with 22 extra-jumbo frets supports comfortable bending, vibrato control, and quick positional shifts, while the 42mm graphite nut ensures stable intonation and reliable string definition—critical for tracking takes that need to sit cohesively across multiple recording layers.
Tone & Electronics for Tracking
Schecter Diamond Standard humbucking pickups deliver warm, full-bodied tones that work across driven rhythm parts and clean lead layers alike, controlled through a straightforward master volume, master tone, and 3-way toggle switch setup. The mahogany body with poplar burl top and bolt-on construction contribute to punchy midrange articulation without excessive sustain, making this guitar responsive to both pick dynamics and amp settings—essential for maintaining definition in dense mixes and layered arrangements.
Key Features
- Body: Mahogany with poplar burl top, flat-top contour
- Bolt-on construction with black single-ply binding on body and neck
- Neck: Roasted maple, thin C profile
- Scale length: 25.5" (648mm)
- Fretboard: Rosewood with 22 extra-jumbo frets, 14" radius
- Graphite nut, 42mm width
- White pearloid dot inlays
- Schecter Diamond Standard humbucking pickups
- Master volume, master tone, 3-way toggle switch
- Schecter die-cast tuning machines
- Schecter Diamond hardtail bridge with black hardware
- 2-way adjustable truss rod with 5/32" Allen nut
The PT Standard combines reliable Schecter hardware, quality tonewoods, and straightforward electronics into a guitar that tracks consistently and integrates cleanly into production workflows across genre and style.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
| Neck Construction | Bolt-On |
| Country of Manufacture | Indonesia |
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Specifications
| Body Wood | Mahogany |
|---|---|
| Top | Figured Burl |
| Scale Length | 25.5" Scale |
| Frets | 22 Frets |
| Fretboard | Rosewood |
| Fingerboard Radius | 14" |
| Nut Width | 42mm |
| Neck Wood | Maple |
| Neck Profile | Thin "C" |
| Neck Construction | Bolt-On |
| Bridge | Hardtail |
| Strings | 6 |
| Orientation | Right handed |
| Made In | Indonesia |
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Rock
- ✓ Hard Rock
- ✓ Blues
- ✓ Indie
- ✓ Studio Sessions
Not the best pick for
- – Metal
- – Djent
Skill level: Beginner · Intermediate · Advanced
Frequently Asked Questions
What neck profile and scale length does the PT Standard have?
The PT Standard features a thin C-profile roasted maple neck with a 25.5" scale length, 22 extra-jumbo frets, and a 14" fretboard radius. This combination provides responsive feel, reduced neck fatigue, and comfortable bending without excessive reach.
What pickups does this guitar use and what kind of tones should I expect?
It uses Schecter Diamond Standard humbucking pickups that deliver warm, full-bodied tones with punchy midrange articulation and moderate sustain. These pickups suit both driven and clean applications, responding well to picking dynamics and amplifier settings.
Is the PT Standard good for metal or djent?
The PT Standard is designed for rock, hard rock, blues, indie, and studio work—not metal or djent. Its moderate sustain and punchy midrange character work best in those lighter, more articulate genres.
What hardware and controls come with the PT Standard?
The guitar includes Schecter die-cast tuning machines, a Schecter Diamond hardtail bridge with black hardware, a graphite nut, and a straightforward control layout: master volume, master tone, and 3-way toggle switch for pickup selection.
What is the Purple Burst finish made of?
The body features a mahogany core with a striking poplar burl top in Purple Burst, finished with black single-ply binding on the body and neck. The flat-top contour is also designed for extended upper-fret access.
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