Schecter Aaron Marshall AM-6 Royal Sapphire guitar in Satin Royal Sapp
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Schecter AM-6 Aaron Marshall Guitar Satin Royal Sapphire
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- SKU
- SCHECTER2944
- Color
- Blue
. Description
Sound & Tone
The Schecter USA Solstice bridge and Equinox neck humbuckers give the AM-6 an articulate, tightly focused attack with controlled sustain, while the basswood body and roasted maple neck and fingerboard keep the response quick and even. The 25.5" scale adds clarity and string tension that suits palm-muted riffing and clean arpeggios alike, and the 5-way toggle opens up split and blended voices for lighter passages without changing pickups mid-song. It's aimed squarely at modern metal, progressive rock, and fusion players who need both cutting lead tone and clean detail, with the Gotoh 510 tremolo on hand for expressive pitch work.
Schecter AM-6 Aaron Marshall Guitar — Satin Royal Sapphire
The AM-6 delivers a fast, comfortable neck that sustains extended tracking sessions and handles intricate layering with precision. This bolt-on design combines a basswood body with a roasted hard maple neck The Satin Royal Sapphire finish with black hardware projects professional polish on camera and in the booth, translating to polished final recordings.
Playability & Construction
The thin 'C' neck profile and 12-16" compound radius roasted maple fingerboard facilitate everything from open-string resonance to rapid position shifts across the 24 X-jumbo stainless steel frets. Hardware includes Hipshot Grip-Lock tuners for pitch stability across multi-take sessions and a Gotoh 510 tremolo system, while the 42mm Graph Tech XL Black Tusq nut and luminlay side dot markers with black circle inlays enhance both tactile feedback and visibility in any studio or stage lighting.
Tone & Recording Versatility
The dual Schecter USA humbucker configuration—Solstice bridge and Equinox neck—captures articulate attack and controlled sustain across modern metal, progressive rock, and fusion textures. Master volume and master tone controls with a 5-way toggle switch and metal O-ring knobs enable intuitive tone shaping between layers and overdubs, eliminating the need for re-patching gear mid-session.
Key Features
- Basswood body with arched top, bolt-on construction
- Roasted hard maple neck with two carbon fiber reinforcement rods
- Thin 'C' neck shape with 1st fret thickness of 0.787" and 12th fret thickness of 0.866"
- 25.5" scale length with 24 X-jumbo stainless steel frets
- Roasted maple fingerboard with 12-16" compound radius
- 42mm Graph Tech XL Black Tusq nut
- Schecter USA Solstice humbucker (bridge) and Equinox humbucker (neck)
- Hipshot Grip-Lock tuners and Gotoh 510 tremolo system
- Master volume/master tone controls with 5-way toggle switch and metal O-ring knobs
- Luminlay side dot markers with black circle inlays
- 2-way adjustable truss rod with heel access spoke wheel
The AM-6 combines lightweight construction, precision hardware, and versatile electronics into an instrument engineered for detailed studio tracking and consistent tone across demanding multi-hour recording sessions.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
| Neck Construction | Bolt-On |
| Country of Manufacture | South Korea |
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Specifications
| Scale Length | 25.5" Scale |
|---|---|
| Frets | 24 Frets |
| Fretboard | Maple |
| Neck Wood | Maple |
| Neck Construction | Bolt-On |
| Bridge | Tremolo |
| Strings | 6 |
| Orientation | Right handed |
| Model Year | 2023 |
| Made In | South Korea |
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Progressive
- ✓ Modern Rock
- ✓ Studio Sessions
- ✓ Touring
Not the best pick for
- – Folk
- – Traditional Jazz
- – Country
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What neck profile does the AM-6 have, and is it comfortable for long playing sessions?
The AM-6 features a thin 'C' profile roasted hard maple neck with two carbon fiber reinforcement rods, measuring 0.787" at the 1st fret and 0.866" at the 12th fret. The design is optimized for rapid position shifts and extended comfort, making it well-suited for technical passages and full-length recording or touring sessions.
What pickups are in this guitar, and what genres do they work best for?
The AM-6 is equipped with Schecter USA humbucker pickups—the Solstice in the bridge position and Equinox in the neck position—both voiced for articulate attack and controlled sustain. These pickups excel in modern metal, progressive rock, fusion, and studio applications where clarity and definition are critical.
How does the 24-fret rosewood fingerboard feel compared to standard radius designs?
The fingerboard is roasted maple with a 12–16" compound radius and 24 X-jumbo stainless steel frets, supporting both open-string work and fast shredding. The compound curve feels flatter in the lower frets for chording and progressively more rounded in the upper registers to reduce string buzz during aggressive bending.
Is the tremolo system suitable for tuning stability during live performance?
The Gotoh 510 tremolo system combined with Hipshot Grip-Lock tuners is engineered for reliable tuning hold during demanding stage conditions and frequent use. The carbon fiber-reinforced neck adds extra stability to prevent pitch drift over extended sets or studio sessions.
What does the finish and hardware look like on this model?
The AM-6 features a satin finish in Royal Sapphire with black hardware, including metal O-ring knobs and luminlay side dot markers with black circle inlays for visibility in any lighting. The aesthetic is refined and professional without unnecessary ornamentation, suiting both studio and stage environments.
Do I pay sales tax on this order?
We collect sales tax only on orders shipped to California. Orders shipped to any other US state are charged $0 sales tax at checkout when you buy direct from our website. On this item that is roughly $98 less out the door than the same listed price at a national retailer or on a marketplace. Marketplaces such as eBay, Reverb and Amazon collect sales tax in nearly every state as marketplace facilitators no matter who the seller is, so the same item at the same price costs less bought direct. Free US shipping and 30-day returns are included. Some states ask buyers to self-report use tax on out-of-state purchases.
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