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Schecter CET USA Custom Shop Electric Guitar Black Cherry Open Box vs Schecter PT Koa Top Vintage Burst USA Custom Shop Electric Guitar Open Box
The CET is a versatile, articulate custom shop guitar built for studio precision and jazz-to-rock flexibility, while the PT Koa Top is a purpose-built rock machine with vintage warmth and H/H pickup aggression. Choose the CET if you need tonal neutrality across genres; choose the PT if hard rock and blues are your primary focus.
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Schecter CET USA Custom Shop Electric Guitar Black Cherry Open Box
Schecter PT Koa Top Vintage Burst USA Custom Shop Electric Guitar Open Box
Specs side by side
| Schecter CET USA Custom Shop Electric Guitar Black Cherry Open Box | Schecter PT Koa Top Vintage Burst USA Custom Shop Electric Guitar Open Box | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $2,639.00 | $2,595.00 |
| Brand | Schecter | Schecter |
| Series | Schecter USA Custom Shop | Schecter PT |
| Body | Single Cutaway | Single Cutaway |
| Body Type | Solid | Solid |
| Scale | 25.5" Scale | — |
| Strings | 6 | 6 |
| Frets | 22 Frets | — |
| Fretboard | Rosewood | Maple |
| Neck | Maple | — |
| Bridge | Tremolo | Fixed |
| Year | 2013 | 2014 |
| Condition | Used | Used |
Why choose Schecter CET USA Custom Shop Electric Guitar Black Cherry Open Box
- ✓ Balanced, articulate tone works equally well in jazz, rock, studio, and live contexts
- ✓ Premium construction prioritizes playability and feel across the entire fingerboard
- ✓ Substantial sustain and clarity support both rhythm and lead work
- ✓ Open box discount on a USA Custom Shop build
Why choose Schecter PT Koa Top Vintage Burst USA Custom Shop Electric Guitar Open Box
- ✓ Warm vintage character and saturated overdrive tailored for rock and blues
- ✓ H/H pickup configuration delivers aggressive tones unsuitable for jazz but ideal for hard rock
- ✓ Exotic koa top with Vintage Burst finish provides striking aesthetic character
- ✓ Hardtail bridge and USA tuners ensure rock-solid tuning stability
Frequently asked questions
Which guitar is better for jazz?
The CET is purpose-built for jazz with its articulate, balanced voice and smooth playability. The PT Koa Top is explicitly not ideal for jazz and is voiced for hard rock and blues.
What's the main tonal difference?
The CET offers a balanced, articulate voice with clarity across frequencies. The PT Koa Top emphasizes warm vintage character and saturated overdrive, favoring rock and blues aesthetics over tonal neutrality.
Are both suitable for live performance?
Yes. The CET is explicitly built for live performance with stable tuning and versatile tone. The PT Koa Top, with its hardtail bridge and USA tuners, is equally reliable for gigging with a rock-focused sonic profile.
What's the neck profile difference?
The CET features Schecter's Custom Shop neck profile optimized for comfortable, responsive playing. The PT Koa Top has a specific Custom C-shape measuring .80 to .83 inches, accommodating various hand sizes with a 14-inch fingerboard radius for smooth bending.