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Schecter Damien Platinum-8 Electric Guitar Satin Black vs Schecter Synyster Standard Electric Guitar Gloss Black Silver Pinstripes
The Damien Platinum-8 is an 8-string extended-range instrument with a 28" scale designed for extreme tunings and djent, while the Synyster Standard is a 6-string with a 25.5" scale and Floyd Rose tremolo built for dynamic metal and hard rock. Choose the Damien for prog-metal and tuning flexibility; choose the Synyster for traditional metal with vibrato effects.
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Schecter Damien Platinum-8 Electric Guitar Satin Black
Schecter Synyster Standard Electric Guitar Gloss Black Silver Pinstripes
Specs side by side
| Schecter Damien Platinum-8 Electric Guitar Satin Black | Schecter Synyster Standard Electric Guitar Gloss Black Silver Pinstripes | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $949.00 | $949.00 |
| Brand | Schecter | Schecter |
| Series | Schecter Damien | Schecter Synyster Gates |
| Body | Single Cutaway | Single Cutaway |
| Body Type | Solid | Solid |
| Strings | 8 | 6 |
| Fretboard | Rosewood | Ebony |
| Pickup Configuration | HH | HH |
| Bridge | Fixed | Tremolo |
| Year | Unknown | 2017 |
| Condition | New | New |
Why choose Schecter Damien Platinum-8 Electric Guitar Satin Black
- ✓ Eight strings with 28" extended scale for lower tunings and djent applications
- ✓ EMG active pickups with low noise for extreme gain and dense mixes
- ✓ Hardtail bridge maximizes sustain and tuning stability across extended range
Why choose Schecter Synyster Standard Electric Guitar Gloss Black Silver Pinstripes
- ✓ Floyd Rose Special tremolo for dynamic vibrato and effects
- ✓ Faster 16" radius fretboard supports aggressive bending technique
- ✓ Synyster Gates signature humbuckers optimized for metal aggression and responsiveness
Frequently asked questions
What's the key difference in string count and scale length?
The Damien Platinum-8 has eight strings and a 28" scale for extreme, low tunings. The Synyster Standard has six strings and a 25.5" scale for standard and half-step-down tunings. Choose based on whether your music requires extended range.
Which guitar is better for traditional metal versus djent?
The Synyster Standard suits traditional metal and hard rock with its Floyd Rose tremolo and fast bending radius. The Damien Platinum-8 is purpose-built for djent and progressive metal that demands lower tunings and more tonal definition across eight strings.
How do the pickup systems differ?
The Damien uses active EMG humbuckers with high output and low noise, designed to cut through dense mixes in extreme tunings. The Synyster uses Schecter Diamond Synyster Gates signature humbuckers with a push-pull tone control, optimized for metal aggression and dynamic responsiveness on six strings.
Which has better fretboard radius for bending?
The Synyster Standard has a faster 16" radius that supports aggressive bending. The Damien has a 20" radius, which is slightly warmer but still suitable for lead work; the 8-string layout prioritizes clarity across extended range over extreme bend support.