Schecter Corsair Semi-Hollow Electric Guitar Gold Top
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Description
Sound & Tone
The semi-hollow maple body and set mahogany neck give the Corsair a warm, woody voice with natural resonance and sustain, while the 24.75" scale keeps notes rounded and easy to bend. Dual Schecter Diamond '78 pickups stay focused and articulate rather than muddy, and the two-volume, two-tone layout with push-pull switching and a three-way selector lets you move from bright and cutting rhythm sounds to darker, softer lead tones. It sits comfortably in blues leads, classic rock crunch, and modern alternative textures, with the ebony fretboard and 14" radius adding clarity to both single-note lines and chord work.
Schecter Corsair Semi-Hollow Electric Guitar Gold Top
The Schecter Corsair captures the warm, articulate character semi-hollow bodies deliver in the studio—ideal for layering textures across your mix. Its comfortable thin "C" neck profile and responsive ebony fretboard support precise tracking and overdubs, whether you're stacking bluesy leads, classic rock rhythms, or modern alternative textures. The semi-hollow maple construction produces natural sustain and woody resonance that sits cleanly in dense arrangements without getting lost.
Recording Feel & Neck Characteristics
The three-piece mahogany neck with thin "C" profile measures .787" at the first fret and .866" at the 12th, enabling consistent finger placement across multiple takes and fast passage work during vocal melody layers. Set-neck construction and a 24.75" scale length provide solid sustain and resonance, while the 14" radius ebony fretboard with 22 medium frets and block inlays accommodates both smooth bends during overdubs and clean, repeatable rhythm tracking.
Tone & Electronics for Session Work
Dual Schecter Diamond '78 pickups deliver focused, articulate output that records with the warmth characteristic of semi-hollow construction—punchy enough to define your part in the mix yet transparent enough to preserve playing dynamics. Controls include two volume knobs, two tone knobs with push-pull switches, and a three-way selector, allowing quick tonal adjustments between takes without rewiring or post-production EQ dependency.
Key Features
- Semi-hollow maple body with arched top and creme multi-ply binding
- Set-neck construction with three-piece mahogany neck
- Thin "C" neck shape: .787" at 1st fret / .866" at 12th fret
- Ebony fretboard with 22 medium frets, 14" radius, and block inlays
- 24.75" scale length
- Dual Schecter Diamond '78 pickups
- 2 Volume / 2 Tone (Push-Pull) / 3-Way Switch controls
- Schecter Tremolo with Roller Tune-O-Matic bridge
- Grover Rotomatic 18:1 tuners
- Graph Tech XL Ivory Tusq nut, 1.653" width
- 2-Way adjustable truss rod
- Chrome hardware and gold top finish
- Right-handed configuration
The striking gold top finish paired with quality Schecter hardware and pickups makes this Corsair a reliable instrument for bedroom sessions and regular gigging alike.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
| Country of Manufacture | Indonesia |
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Specifications
| Scale Length | 24.75" Scale |
|---|---|
| Frets | 22 Frets |
| Fretboard | Ebony |
| Neck Wood | Mahogany |
| Bridge | Tremolo |
| Strings | 6 |
| Orientation | Right handed |
| Model Year | 2019 |
| Made In | Indonesia |
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Blues
- ✓ Rock
- ✓ Jazz
- ✓ Classic Rock
- ✓ Alternative
Not the best pick for
- – Metal
- – Punk
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What neck profile does the Corsair have, and will it suit my playing style?
The Corsair features a thin C-profile neck measuring 0.787 inches at the first fret and 0.866 inches at the 12th fret, designed for fast, comfortable playing. This profile works well for both smooth lead lines and chord work across blues, rock, jazz, and alternative styles.
How does this semi-hollow compare to other models like the Gibson ES-335?
The Corsair offers similar semi-hollow warmth and sustain to the ES-335 but at a mid-tier price point with Schecter's Diamond '78 pickups and set-neck construction. It delivers articulate, focused output and woody resonance suitable for the same classic rock and blues applications, with the added versatility of push-pull tone controls.
What pickups are in this guitar, and can I shape the tone?
The Corsair uses dual Schecter Diamond '78 pickups with two volume knobs, two tone knobs with push-pull switches, and a three-way selector. This control layout lets you dial from bright and cutting to warm and rounded tones.
Is this guitar suitable for metal or punk music?
No, the Corsair is designed for blues, rock, jazz, classic rock, and alternative styles. Its warm, woody semi-hollow character and natural sustain are optimized for those genres rather than metal or punk applications.
What hardware and materials does the Corsair feature?
The Corsair has a three-piece mahogany set neck, semi-hollow maple body with arched top and cream multi-ply binding, ebony fretboard with 22 medium frets and block inlays, Grover Rotomatic tuners, a Graph Tech XL Ivory Tusq nut, and Schecter Tremolo with Roller Tune-O-Matic bridge. Chrome hardware and gold top finish complete the package.
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 $91 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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