Schecter USA Sunset Custom-II HSS Guitar Tiger Eye Satin
Description
Schecter USA Sunset Custom-II HSS Guitar Tiger Eye Satin
The Schecter USA Sunset Custom-II HSS captures articulate highs and controlled lows with its bolt-on roasted maple neck and Custom 'C' profile, maintaining consistent feel and response across all 22 frets for precise tracking and overdubs. The Macassar ebony fretboard with 14" radius enables fast, repeatable takes while preserving balanced tonal character throughout the neck. This handcrafted USA-made instrument combines refined aesthetics with modern hardware and electronics, sitting naturally in mixed contexts from intimate vocal-focused sessions to full-band arrangements.
Playability & Construction
The neck geometry is precisely engineered with thicknesses of 0.825" at the 1st fret and 0.865" at the 12th fret, providing consistent feel throughout the neck. Jescar Premium German Silver Frets (6100 equivalent) deliver superior durability and tactile response, while the Graphtech Black TUSQ nut and Schecter/Hipshot staggered locking tuners ensure rock-solid intonation and tuning stability across long sessions. The 25.5" scale length and 1.67" nut width accommodate a wide range of playing styles and tuning approaches.
Tone & Electronics
The HSS pickup configuration pairs a Pasadena Plus Zebra humbucker at the bridge with Darkside single-coils in the middle and neck positions, capturing everything from transparent, articulate cleans to thick, driven lead tones. The 5-way blade switch with push-pull tone control for humbucker splitting expands your session toolkit dramatically, allowing seamless transitions between full humbucker body and articulate single-coil definition—ideal for layering multiple guitar passes or adapting quickly between rhythm and lead textures.
Key Features
- Body Material: Alder with Flame Maple top
- Finish: Tiger Eye Satin with Chrome hardware
- Neck Material: Roasted Maple, Custom 'C' profile
- Fretboard: Macassar Ebony with .25" Acrylic Pearl Dot inlays, 14" radius
- 22 Jescar Premium German Silver Frets (6100 Equivalent)
- Scale Length: 25.5", Nut Width: 1.67"
- Graphtech Black TUSQ Nut with 2-Way Adjustable Truss Rod
- Bridge: Gotoh 510
- Tuners: Schecter/Hipshot Staggered Locking, 6-Inline Headstock
- Pickup Configuration: HSS (Pasadena Plus Zebra / Darkside / Darkside)
- Controls: Master Volume, Master Tone with Push-Pull Split, 5-Way Blade Switch
- Construction: Bolt-On, includes Custom Wood Case
This USA-made instrument combines premium materials, precise craftsmanship, and versatile electronics to deliver professional-grade recording performance and tonal flexibility across diverse session requirements.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
| Country of Manufacture | United States |
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At a Glance
The Schecter USA Sunset Custom-II HSS is a versatile recording instrument designed for producers and engineers tracking rock, blues, and contemporary music who need tonal range in a single take. The HSS configuration with push-pull humbucker splitting lets you capture bright, articulate cleans and thick, powered leads from one guitar, while the 14" fretboard radius and responsive Jescar frets ensure clean, expressive recordings across the fingerboard. Roasted maple neck and premium hardware deliver tuning stability and consistency through long sessions, making it a go-to choice for studio work that demands both tone and dependability.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Rock
- ✓ Blues
- ✓ Studio Sessions
- ✓ Live Performance
Not the best pick for
- – Traditional Jazz
- – Folk
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the push-pull tone control do?
The push-pull switch splits the bridge Pasadena Plus humbucker into single-coil mode, expanding your tonal palette from thick humbucker power to bright, articulate single-coil character without changing pickups or settings.
Is the neck comfortable for fast, aggressive playing?
Yes. The Custom 'C' profile, 14" fretboard radius, and premium Jescar German Silver frets are specifically engineered for speed and responsiveness, while the 0.825" first-fret thickness tapering to 0.865" at the 12th fret maintains consistent feel throughout the neck.
How does this compare to Fender or PRS strats?
The Schecter USA Sunset Custom-II matches premium American-made competitors in build quality and hardware but offers greater tonal versatility through its HSS pickup configuration and split function, making it especially strong for rock and blues players who want one guitar to cover more ground.
What hardware is included and how stable is the tuning?
The guitar ships with a Gotoh 510 bridge, Schecter/Hipshot staggered locking tuners, and a Graphtech Black TUSQ nut—all premium components chosen for rock-solid intonation and tuning stability across gigs and long studio sessions.
What comes in the case?
The Schecter USA Sunset Custom-II includes a custom wood case for safe storage and transport.
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