Schecter Nikki Stringfield A-6 FR-S Guitar Maiden Mist B-Stock 0061
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Schecter Nikki Stringfield A-6 FR-S Guitar Maiden Mist B-Stock 0061
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- SKU
- SCHECTER359-B0061
- Color
- Red
. Description
Sound & Tone
Swamp ash with a quilted maple top and an ebony fretboard lend this A-6 a bright, tightly focused voice with quick attack, while the 25.5" scale and set-neck construction keep low notes firm and sustained. The Schecter USA NS-1 bridge humbucker handles high-gain rhythm and lead work with clarity, and the Sustainiac neck pickup adds infinite sustain with Fundamental, Mix, and Harmonic modes for feedback-like swells and singing overtones. Paired with a Floyd Rose 1500 bridge, it leans toward modern metal, progressive rock, and ambient or experimental lead playing where dive bombs and sustained textures matter.
Schecter Nikki Stringfield A-6 FR-S Guitar Maiden Mist B-Stock
The Nikki Stringfield A-6 FR-S captures aggressive, articulate tones and responsive dynamics with an ultra-thin neck profile and lightweight swamp ash construction. This signature model combines innovative hardware, premium tonewoods, and dual-mode pickup architecture designed for layering complex textures and sustain effects in modern recording sessions. The B-stock condition offers significant savings on a professional-grade instrument.
Recording & Fretboard Response
The ultra-thin "C" neck shape with measurements of .748" at the 1st fret and .787" at the 12th fret enables precise fingering control and rapid articulation during overdubs and extended tracking sessions. The set-neck construction with Ultra Access, paired with a 25.5" scale and 24 X-Jumbo frets, provides both neck stability and effortless access to upper registers for melodic layering. A Maple/Purpleheart 5-pc neck with carbon fiber reinforcement rods resists environmental shifts in the studio while maintaining tonal responsiveness, while the ebony fretboard with 12"-16" compound radius ensures consistent playability across articulation styles and tracking approaches.
Pickup Systems & Tone Shaping
The Schecter USA NS-1 bridge pickup paired with a Sustainiac neck pickup delivers dual-mode tonal character with dedicated 2-way and 3-way Sustainiac mode switches (Fundamental-Mix-Harmonic) for infinite sustain textures and experimental pad layers. Hardware includes a Floyd Rose 1500 Series bridge and nut, Grover Rotomatic 18:1 tuners, and a 9-volt clip-in battery compartment, ensuring studio-grade pitch stability and reliable sustain effect engagement across multiple takes and arrangement passes.
Key Features
- Body Material: Swamp Ash with Quilted Maple top
- Carbon Fiber Multi-ply binding
- Set-Neck construction with Ultra Access
- Ultra Thin "C" neck profile
- Maple/Purpleheart 5-pc neck with Carbon Fiber reinforcement rods
- Ebony fretboard with 24 X-Jumbo frets and 12"-16" compound radius
- 25.5" scale length
- Floyd Rose 1500 Series bridge and nut (1.625" width)
- Schecter USA NS-1 and Sustainiac pickup configuration
- Sustainiac mode switching (Fundamental-Mix-Harmonic)
- Abalone 'Vine of Life' and Mother of Pearl 'Hell's Gate Skull' inlays
- Luminlay glow-in-the-dark side dot markers
This Maiden Mist-finished instrument combines advanced playability features with dual-mode pickup architecture, capturing the articulation and textural depth demanded by session musicians and studio producers.
More Information
| Condition | Refurbished |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
| Country of Manufacture | South Korea |
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About this B-Stock unit
| Serial number | ends in 0061 (this exact unit) |
|---|---|
| Condition | B-Stock - cosmetic blemish, fully functional |
| Price vs new | $380 under the new unit ($1,499) |
Prefer a brand-new one? Schecter Nikki Stringfield A-6 FR S guitar in Maiden Mist is in the catalog at $1,499.
Specifications
| Body Style | Single Cutaway |
|---|---|
| Scale Length | 25.5" Scale |
| Frets | 24 Frets |
| Fretboard | Ebony |
| Neck Wood | Unknown / Other |
| Pickups | HH |
| Bridge | Tremolo |
| Strings | 6 |
| Orientation | Right handed |
| Model Year | 2024 |
| Made In | South Korea |
Who This Is For
| Best suited for | Progressive, Metal, Studio Sessions, Extended Range |
|---|---|
| Tonal character | High sustain, versatile articulation, harmonic-rich overtones, responsive dynamics, studio-grade clarity |
| Less specialized for | Blues, Country, Funk (it will do it; instruments voiced for that style do it more easily) |
| Skill level | Advanced / Professional |
Frequently Asked Questions
What does B-Stock mean?
B-Stock means the guitar is fully functional with all specifications intact, but has minor cosmetic imperfections. There is no compromise to playability, electronics, or tone.
Is this guitar suitable for metal and progressive music?
Yes. The Schecter USA NS-1 and Sustainiac pickup configuration, Floyd Rose 1500 bridge, and extended-range capability make it purpose-built for metal and progressive genres. The Sustainiac mode switching adds infinite sustain for textural exploration common in these styles.
What is the neck profile, and how does it affect playability?
The ultra-thin C-neck measures 0.748" at the 1st fret and 0.787" at the 12th fret, paired with a 12"-16" compound radius. This geometry minimizes hand fatigue during extended sessions and enables effortless upper-register access via set-neck construction with Ultra Access routing.
How does the Sustainiac system work?
The Sustainiac neck pickup has dedicated 2-way and 3-way mode switches (Fundamental-Mix-Harmonic) that produce infinite sustain and harmonic overtones. A 9-volt clip-in battery powers the system, enabling both wired tuning stability and wireless sustain capability.
What hardware and electronics are included?
Hardware includes a Floyd Rose 1500 Series bridge and nut (1.625" width), Grover Rotomatic 18:1 tuners, and set-neck construction with carbon fiber reinforcement. Electronics feature the Schecter USA NS-1 bridge pickup and Sustainiac neck pickup with mode switching and 9-volt battery compartment.
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 $78 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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