Schecter John Browne Tao-6 LH guitar in Ozone Burst
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- Brand new in original box
- Full Schecter manufacturer's warranty
- Free shipping in the continental US
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- SKU
- SCHECTER635
- Color
- Purple
. Description
Sound & Tone
Swamp ash with a flamed maple top, an ebony fingerboard and a 25.5" scale give this Tao-6 a tight, snappy attack with firm lows and clear top-end detail, while the wenge/padauk laminate neck and carbon fiber rods keep note definition intact under heavy gain. The Schecter USA Colossus at the bridge brings articulate high-end bite for palm-muted riffing and fast lead runs, and the Chaosbreaker neck pickup adds warmth and harmonic bloom for melodic passages; the push-pull coil-split thins things out to single-coil snap for cleans and arpeggios. The Hipshot hardtail and stainless steel frets suit modern progressive metal, djent and technical rock where tuning stability and precise articulation matter.
Schecter John Browne Tao-6 LH in Ozone Burst
The Schecter John Browne Tao-6 LH is a left-handed instrument engineered to capture articulate, controlled performances with minimal latency between pick and speaker. Its ultra-thin neck profile and contoured body reduce fatigue during marathon tracking sessions, while the rigid carbon-fiber reinforced construction maintains tuning stability and preserves harmonic clarity across the entire frequency spectrum—critical for layered, multi-take sessions.
Neck Stability & Session Comfort
A 5-ply wenge and padauk neck reinforced with carbon fiber rods resists environmental drift and neck movement that can compromise intonation during long recording days, anchored by Hipshot Grip-Lock tuners for rock-solid tuning retention between takes. The ultra-thin "U" profile (19mm at the 1st fret, 20mm at the 12th) combined with the 25.5" scale length and Contoured Ultra Access bolt-on body enables quick position navigation for layered parts and reduces hand fatigue when stacking takes.
Recording Versatility & Pickup Control
The pairing of Schecter USA Colossus bridge pickup and Schecter USA Chaosbreaker neck pickup captures articulate high-end detail and warm lows with excellent harmonic definition, translating to recordings that cut through a mix without extra EQ work. A master volume with push-pull coil-split and 3-way selector provides mid-session tonal adjustments—from single-coil clarity to humbucking thickness—without stopping the tape or swapping instruments.
Key Features
- Body: Swamp ash with flamed maple top, black hardware
- Neck: 5-ply wenge/padauk laminate reinforced with carbon fiber rods
- Neck shape: Ultra thin "U" profile (19mm at 1st fret, 20mm at 12th fret)
- Scale length: 25.5"
- Fingerboard: Ebony with 24 X-Jumbo stainless steel frets
- Fretboard radius: 16"
- Side markers: Luminlay (glow-in-the-dark)
- Nut: Graph Tech XL Black Tusq (42mm width)
- Tuners: Hipshot Grip-Lock
- Bridge: Hipshot hardtail (fixed)
- Pickups: Schecter USA Colossus (bridge), Schecter USA Chaosbreaker (neck)
- Controls: Master volume with push-pull coil-split and 3-way selector
This left-handed Tao-6 delivers the refined construction and sophisticated electronics John Browne designed for demanding recording sessions and studio work.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Left handed |
| Neck Construction | Bolt-On |
| Country of Manufacture | South Korea |
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Specifications
| Body Wood | Swamp Ash |
|---|---|
| Top | Flamed Maple |
| Scale Length | 25.5" Scale |
| Frets | 24 Frets |
| Fretboard | Ebony |
| Fingerboard Radius | 16" |
| Nut Width | 42mm |
| Neck Wood | Wenge |
| Neck Profile | Ultra Thin "U" |
| Neck Construction | Bolt-On |
| Pickups | HH |
| Pickup Models | Schecter USA Chaosbreaker (neck), Schecter USA Colossus (bridge) |
| Bridge | Hipshot |
| Strings | 6 |
| Orientation | Left handed |
| Model Year | 2025 |
| Made In | South Korea |
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Progressive
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Extended Range
- ✓ Studio Sessions
- ✓ Touring
Not the best pick for
- – Traditional Jazz
- – Folk
- – Country
Skill level: Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes the ultra-thin neck profile suitable for fast playing?
The ultra-thin U-profile neck measures 19mm at the 1st fret and 20mm at the 12th fret, combined with a 25.5" scale and contoured body design that facilitates fast position shifts and ergonomic access to upper frets. This geometry reduces hand fatigue during extended sessions and allows seamless movement across the fingerboard.
How does the push-pull coil-split expand tonal options?
The master volume includes a push-pull coil-split that lets you transition from articulate single-coil snap (using the Schecter USA Chaosbreaker and Colossus pickups in split mode) to full humbucking thickness without switching guitars or patching cables. A 3-way selector adds further flexibility across neck, middle, and bridge positions.
What materials ensure tuning stability and neck durability?
The neck is a 5-ply laminate of wenge and padauk reinforced with carbon-fiber rods, providing both durability and minimal neck movement. Hipshot Grip-Lock tuners lock the string post in place for reliable tuning stability across long sessions and touring.
Is this guitar suitable for genres outside metal and progressive?
This instrument is engineered for progressive, metal, and extended-range playing and is not optimally voiced for traditional jazz, folk, or country styles. Its articulate high-end and tight, responsive character serve modern and technical genres best.
What fretboard specifications support precision and durability?
The ebony fingerboard features 24 X-Jumbo stainless steel frets with a 16" radius, a Graph Tech XL Black Tusq nut (42mm width), and luminlay glow-in-the-dark side markers. This combination ensures fast fret wear resistance and visibility during live or dark studio environments.
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