Schecter Justin Beck Ani guitar in Gloss Natural
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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
- SCHECTER2663
. Description
Sound & Tone
Swamp ash and a bolt-on maple neck with a 25.5" scale give this Schecter a bright, snappy foundation with firm lows and clear note separation, and the USA Apocalypse humbuckers build on that with focused, articulate midrange and sustain that stays tight under gain. The push-pull coil split trades thick humbucking weight for glassy single-coil chime, so clean arpeggios, funk-leaning rhythm parts and saturated riffing all sit within reach of one instrument. With 24 X-Jumbo frets, a 14" radius and a vintage-style tremolo, it suits alternative and hard rock players who want aggressive rhythm tones plus upper-register lead work and controlled pitch bends.
Schecter Justin Beck Ani Electric Guitar in Gloss Natural
The Schecter Justin Beck Ani captures articulate, focused electric tones with its lightweight swamp ash body and ergonomic flat-top contour. The vintage C-shaped neck profile sits naturally in the hand, while the satin finish on the back of the neck reduces friction during extended recording sessions and overdub work. This instrument delivers the balanced sonic character and playing feel that defined Justin Beck's signature sound during the Ani DiFranco era.
Recording Playability & Neck Performance
The hard rock maple neck reinforced with two carbon fiber rods ensures consistent intonation and tuning stability across long tracking sessions, while the 24 X-Jumbo frets and 14" radius fingerboard enable smooth bends and precise fretting across the 25.5" scale. Neck dimensions measure 0.787" at the first fret and 0.866" at the 12th fret, providing a familiar playing geometry that translates equally well to rhythmic layering and lead articulation in the studio.
Studio Tone & Pickup Versatility
The Schecter USA Apocalypse humbucking pickups were designed specifically for this model to deliver articulate, focused tones with natural sustain and minimal noise. The coil-splitting push-pull knob expands tonal range from thick humbucking lows to bright single-coil snap, enabling quick tonal adjustments during recording without changing instruments, while the Schecter Diamond Vintage Tremolo bridge maintains tuning stability through pitch manipulation and dive work.
Key Features
- Lightweight swamp ash body with bolt-on hard rock maple neck
- Flat-top contour body design with gloss natural finish
- Vintage C-shaped neck profile with satin finish on back
- Two carbon fiber rods for neck reinforcement
- 24 X-Jumbo frets on maple fingerboard
- 14" radius fingerboard with 25.5" scale length
- Graph Tech thin tapered nut with locking tuners
- Schecter USA Apocalypse humbucking pickups
- Coil-splitting push-pull knob for pickup versatility
- Schecter Diamond Vintage Tremolo bridge
- Black hardware throughout
- Custom "1993" inlay at the 12th fret
The Justin Beck Ani combines precision electronics, reinforced neck construction, and ergonomic design to deliver a professional-grade instrument capable of capturing studio-quality recordings and supporting demanding session work.
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 | Vintage Tremolo |
| Strings | 6 |
| Orientation | Right handed |
| Made In | South Korea |
Who This Is For
| Best suited for | Rock, Hard Rock, Alternative, Studio Sessions, Live Performance |
|---|---|
| Tonal character | Articulate, focused tones, natural sustain, minimal noise, thick humbucking lows |
| Less specialized for | Jazz, Metal (it will do it; instruments voiced for that style do it more easily) |
| Skill level | Intermediate / Advanced / Professional |
Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of tones does this guitar deliver?
The Schecter USA Apocalypse humbucking pickups deliver articulate, focused tones with natural sustain and minimal noise. The coil-splitting push-pull knob lets you shift from thick humbucking lows to bright single-coil snap, giving you tonal range across rock and alternative styles.
Is this guitar good for live performance?
Yes. The lightweight swamp ash body, carbon-fiber-reinforced neck, stable Diamond Vintage Tremolo bridge, and locking tuners are all engineered for road reliability and tuning stability through pitch manipulation. The ergonomic flat-top contour and satin neck finish also reduce hand fatigue during long sets.
What are the neck specs and how does it feel?
The hard rock maple neck has a vintage C-shaped profile with a 25.5-inch scale, 14-inch radius fingerboard, and 24 X-Jumbo frets. Neck dimensions are 0.787 inches at the first fret and 0.866 inches at the 12th fret, providing familiar playing geometry suited to both rhythmic and lead work. The satin finish on the back reduces friction during extended play.
What specs make this guitar stable and durable?
Two carbon fiber rods reinforce the hard rock maple neck to provide exceptional stability and resistance to seasonal fluctuations. The bolt-on construction and Graph Tech thin tapered nut with locking tuners further support tuning stability and dependable ownership.
Is this guitar suitable for jazz or metal?
This model is optimized for rock, hard rock, alternative, and studio sessions. Its articulate, focused tone and coil-splitting range are not specifically voiced for jazz or metal applications.
Do I pay sales tax on this order?
Sales tax is collected only on orders shipped to California; orders shipped to any other US state are not charged sales tax at checkout when you buy direct from our website. At a typical 7% rate that is an estimated $91 less at checkout than the same listed price on a marketplace, which collects sales tax as the facilitator in most states. Buyers remain responsible for any use tax their state applies. Free US shipping and 30-day returns are included.
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