Schecter Demon-6 FR-S guitar in , Aged Black Satin
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Description
Sound & Tone
The Schecter Diamond Active bridge pickup pushes a tight, high-output voice out of the basswood body, giving palm-muted rhythms a compact punch and leads a clear, compressed edge across the 25.5" scale. Swapping to the Sustainiac neck pickup opens up singing sustain and controllable feedback via its mini switches, so held notes and harmonics can bloom indefinitely rather than decay. With 24 jumbo frets, a 14" radius and a Floyd Rose double locking tremolo holding pitch through dive bombs, it sits squarely in metal, hard rock and shred territory where sustained lead work and aggressive whammy use are part of the vocabulary.
Schecter Demon-6 FR-S in Aged Black Satin
The Demon-6 FR-S tracks with precision and clarity thanks to its thin "C" neck profile and 24 jumbo frets across a 25.5" scale. The carved basswood body with aged crème binding offers controlled resonance and punchy articulation, while the Floyd Rose Special "Hot Rod" Double Locking Tremolo maintains tuning stability through extreme pitch bends and dive effects—essential for layered production and experimental tracking. Built to capture both locked-in fundamentals and creative textural moments.
Playability & Recording Response
The thin "C" neck with measurements of 20mm at the 1st fret and 22mm at the 12th fret enables fast, efficient tracking sessions and quick transitions between voicings, while the rosewood fretboard with 14" radius and gothic cross inlays supports consistent fingerpicking and pick precision across 24 jumbo frets. The Floyd Rose Locking Nut (41.3mm width) paired with the bridge system locks intonation solid during extended takes and aggressive performance dynamics, eliminating tuning drift in multitrack work.
Tonal Palette & Studio Flexibility
The combination of a Schecter Diamond Active bridge pickup and Sustainiac neck pickup delivers hot, articulate output for punch-heavy rhythm tracks and soaring, sustain-rich leads controlled by dedicated mini switches and master volume/tone controls. This dual-pickup setup shapes everything from thick, defined rhythm textures to crystalline lead tones with extended harmonic decay—perfect for layering multiple guitar voices across sessions.
Key Features
- Body Material: Basswood with carved top contour
- Finish: Aged Black Satin with aged crème 1-ply binding
- Neck: Maple with thin "C" profile (20mm-22mm depth)
- Fretboard: Rosewood with 24 jumbo frets and gothic cross inlays
- Scale Length: 25.5"
- Fretboard Radius: 14"
- Bridge: Floyd Rose Special "Hot Rod" Double Locking Tremolo
- Bridge Pickup: Schecter Diamond Active
- Neck Pickup: Sustainiac
- Controls: Master Volume, Master Tone, 3-Way Toggle Switch with 2 Sustainiac Mini Switches
- Hardware: Black Nickel with Floyd Rose Locking Nut
- Tuners: Schecter with 2-Way Truss Rod (5/32" Allen adjustment)
The Demon-6 FR-S combines professional-grade hardware, premium tonewoods, and hybrid pickup technology into a right-handed instrument engineered for high-output recording sessions, precise tracking, and versatile studio applications.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
| Neck Construction | Bolt-On |
| Country of Manufacture | Indonesia |
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Specifications
| Scale Length | 25.5" Scale |
|---|---|
| Frets | 24 Frets |
| Fretboard | Rosewood |
| Neck Wood | Maple |
| Neck Construction | Bolt-On |
| Bridge | Floyd Rose Licensed |
| Strings | 6 |
| Orientation | Right handed |
| Made In | Indonesia |
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Hard Rock
- ✓ Progressive
- ✓ Studio Sessions
- ✓ Gigging
Not the best pick for
- – Jazz
- – Folk
- – Country
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What neck profile and fret count does this guitar have?
The Demon-6 FR-S features a thin "C"-shaped neck measuring 20mm at the 1st fret and 22mm at the 12th fret, paired with 24 jumbo frets on a rosewood fretboard with a 14-inch radius. This combination provides fast playability and comfortable hand positioning during extended playing sessions.
How does the Floyd Rose tremolo system work, and will it hold tuning?
The guitar is equipped with a Floyd Rose Special "Hot Rod" Double Locking Tremolo bridge paired with a Floyd Rose Locking Nut, designed to maintain tuning integrity even under aggressive tremolo use. The double locking system secures the string at both the nut and bridge, preventing detuning during extended vibrato work.
What are the pickup options and what tones can I expect?
The Demon-6 FR-S combines a Schecter Diamond Active bridge pickup for aggressive, articulate output with a Sustainiac neck pickup that delivers harmonic sustain and unlimited decay. Dedicated mini switches control the Sustainiac function, allowing you to switch between thick rhythm tones and singing, sustained lead textures.
Is this guitar suitable for jazz or blues playing?
The Demon-6 FR-S is purpose-built for metal, hard rock, progressive, and studio sessions; its high-output active electronics and aggressive tonal character are not optimized for jazz, folk, or country styles.
What is the scale length and body construction?
The guitar features a 25.5-inch scale length paired with a carved basswood body finished in Aged Black Satin with aged crème 1-ply binding. Black Nickel hardware completes the professional appearance and durability.
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 $70 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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