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Schecter Damien Platinum-6 FR S LH guitar in Satin Black B-Stock 0373 vs Schecter Solo-II Custom guitar in Aged Black Satin B-Stock 1218
The Damien Platinum-6 FR S LH is a left-handed, extended-range metal machine with Floyd Rose vibrato and Sustainiac technology, while the Solo-II Custom is a single-cutaway blues and rock workhorse with coil-tapping versatility and traditional hardware. Choose the Damien for aggressive genres and technical playing; choose the Solo-II for classic rock tones and broader musical styles.
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Schecter Damien Platinum-6 FR S LH guitar in Satin Black B-Stock 0373
Schecter Solo-II Custom guitar in Aged Black Satin B-Stock 1218
Specs side by side
| Schecter Damien Platinum-6 FR S LH guitar in Satin Black B-Stock 0373 | Schecter Solo-II Custom guitar in Aged Black Satin B-Stock 1218 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $959.20 | $959.20 |
| Brand | Schecter | Schecter |
| Series | Schecter Damien | Schecter Solo-II |
| Body | Single Cutaway | Single Cutaway |
| Body Type | Solid | Solid |
| Scale | 25.5" Scale | 24.75" Scale |
| Strings | 6 | 6 |
| Frets | 24 Frets | 22 Frets |
| Fretboard | Rosewood | Ebony |
| Neck | Maple | Mahogany |
| Neck Construction | Set-Neck | Set-Neck |
| Pickup Configuration | HH | — |
| Bridge | Floyd Rose Licensed | Fixed |
| Year | Unknown | 2017 |
| Condition | Refurbished | Refurbished |
Why choose Schecter Damien Platinum-6 FR S LH guitar in Satin Black B-Stock 0373
- ✓ Left-handed configuration and 24 X-Jumbo frets for technical metal and progressive work
- ✓ Floyd Rose Special bridge with Sustainiac neck pickup for expressive vibrato and sustained tones
- ✓ EMG 81 bridge pickup delivers low-noise, punchy articulation ideal for heavy genres
- ✓ Extended sustain and aggressive character perfectly suited to studio metal sessions
Why choose Schecter Solo-II Custom guitar in Aged Black Satin B-Stock 1218
- ✓ Coil-tapping via push-pull master tone expands from humbucker warmth to single-coil textures
- ✓ Compound radius ebony fretboard (12"-16") balances quick position changes with chord comfort
- ✓ TonePros tune-o-matic bridge and locking tuners provide traditional rock stability without vibrato system
- ✓ Schecter USA Pasadena humbuckers deliver harmonic clarity and versatility across blues, rock, and jazz
Frequently asked questions
Why does the Damien have 24 frets and the Solo-II have 22?
The Damien's 24 X-Jumbo frets serve metal and extended-range players who need access to higher pitches for technical riffs and leads. The Solo-II's 22 frets are standard for classic rock and blues, where upper frets are less critical and the shorter fretboard reduces reach strain for some players.
What's the main bridge difference and does it matter?
The Damien uses a Floyd Rose Special for pitch-bending and vibrato effects; the Solo-II uses a fixed TonePros tune-o-matic for stable, traditional tuning. Floyd Rose suits expressive metal and rock lead work; tune-o-matic suits genres where tuning stability without bends is priority.
Can the Solo-II sound like a Strat or Tele with coil tapping?
The coil-tapping via push-pull master tone allows the Pasadena humbuckers to voice single-coil textures, giving some brightness and chime similar to single-coil guitars. This expands versatility but won't perfectly replicate true single-coil spank; it's a compromise for players wanting both warmth and shimmer from one instrument.
Are both guitars equally comfortable for intermediate players?
Both have thin 'C' profiles and set-neck construction for comfort, but the Damien's Floyd Rose requires maintenance and technique practice, while the Solo-II's tune-o-matic is beginner-friendlier. The Solo-II's 22 frets also cover most standard playing ranges without demanding reach to extreme upper registers.