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Schecter Ultra Electric Guitar in Satin White vs Schecter Solo-II Custom Electric Guitar Aged Black Satin
The Ultra is a right-handed guitar optimized for rock, blues, and jazz with a satin white aesthetic and traditional appeal, while the Solo II Custom LH is a left-handed instrument built for blues, rock, hard rock, and studio work with an aged black satin finish. Choose the Ultra if you play right-handed and prioritize a refined look; choose the Solo II Custom LH if you're left-handed or need a professional-grade workhorse for versatile genres.
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Schecter Ultra Electric Guitar in Satin White
Schecter Solo-II Custom Electric Guitar Aged Black Satin
Specs side by side
| Schecter Ultra Electric Guitar in Satin White | Schecter Solo-II Custom Electric Guitar Aged Black Satin | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $1,249.00 | $1,249.00 |
| Brand | Schecter | Schecter |
| Series | Schecter Ultra | Schecter Solo-II |
| Body | Single Cutaway | Single Cutaway |
| Body Type | Solid | Solid |
| Scale | 24.75" Scale | 24.75" Scale |
| Strings | 6 | 6 |
| Frets | 22 Frets | 22 Frets |
| Fretboard | Ebony | Ebony |
| Neck | Mahogany | Mahogany |
| Neck Construction | — | Set-Neck |
| Bridge | Fixed | Fixed |
| Year | 2022 | 2023 |
| Condition | New | New |
Why choose Schecter Ultra Electric Guitar in Satin White
- ✓ Satin white finish with white binding offers distinctive, refined visual appeal
- ✓ Specifically voiced for rock, blues, and jazz without emphasis on heavier genres
- ✓ Warm, articulate tone with impressive sustain ideal for traditional electric styles
Why choose Schecter Solo-II Custom Electric Guitar Aged Black Satin
- ✓ Left-handed configuration serves southpaw players who need true professional gear
- ✓ Arched maple top adds visual depth and contributes to robust sustain
- ✓ Graph Tech XL Black Tusq nut and locking tuners enhance tuning stability
- ✓ Coil-splitting functionality via push-pull tone control expands sonic versatility
Frequently asked questions
What's the key difference in fretboard radius?
The Ultra features a 14-inch fixed radius, while the Solo II Custom LH uses a 12–16-inch compound radius. The compound radius feels flatter at the lower frets for easier chording and rounder at the upper frets for lead work, making it slightly more versatile for varied playing styles.
Are the pickups different between these two?
Yes. The Ultra pairs a Sunset Strip bridge pickup with a Pasadena neck pickup. The Solo II Custom LH uses a Pasadena Plus bridge pickup with a standard Pasadena neck pickup. The Plus version in the Solo II is designed for slightly more output and articulation in the bridge position.
Which guitar is better for metal or hard rock?
Neither is marketed for metal or djent, though the Solo II Custom LH lists hard rock as a strength and offers coil-splitting for added tonal range. The Ultra explicitly notes it's not ideal for metal, making it the more limited choice for heavier genres.
Is one guitar better for left-handed players?
The Solo II Custom LH is built specifically for left-handed players with true left-hand configuration. The Ultra is only available right-handed, so it cannot serve left-handed players regardless of other features.