Schecter Omen Extreme-FR guitar in Black Cherry B-Stock 1986
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- SKU
- SCHECTER2006-B1986
- Color
- Red
. Description
Sound & Tone
The mahogany body with quilted maple top gives this Omen a warm, midrange-focused core with added top-end clarity and balanced sustain, while the dual Schecter Diamond Plus humbuckers push articulate output that holds together under high gain. The 25.5" scale keeps low notes tight and defined, and the push-pull tone control with 3-way switching opens up cleaner, thinner voicings when you back off the drive. Best suited to rock and metal players who want rhythm tightness and lead clarity, with the Floyd Rose Special and locking nut supporting heavy vibrato and dive-bomb work without losing pitch.
Schecter Omen Extreme-FR Electric Guitar in Black Cherry Finish
The Omen Extreme-FR is engineered for capturing tight, articulate takes in the studio and laying down high-gain parts with locked-in tuning stability. Its thin, fast neck profile with 24 X-Jumbo frets enables quick session work and extended-range recording, while the arched quilted maple top over mahogany body contributes balanced sustain and midrange definition to your mix. The Floyd Rose Special bridge and locking nut system maintain tuning integrity through aggressive playing techniques and effects-heavy arrangements—critical for layered overdub sessions.
Neck Response & Recording Comfort
The thin "C" neck shape measures .787" at the first fret and .866" at the 12th fret, enabling rapid position shifts during tracking and streamlined takes on extended-range passages. With a 25.5" scale, 14" fretboard radius, and 24 X-Jumbo frets, the guitar accommodates precise articulation for lead overdubs and consistent intonation across bends, while the Rosewood fretboard with abalone and pearloid vector inlays provides tactile reference and secure finger placement during long sessions.
Tonal Character & Pickup Performance
Dual Schecter Diamond Plus pickups deliver articulate, defined output in both neck and bridge positions with independent volume controls and a push-pull tone knob for mix-ready tonal shaping without post-recording EQ dependence. The solid mahogany body with quilted maple top generates balanced sustain and midrange presence—a solid foundation for rock, metal, and high-gain production that translates cleanly through your recording chain and sits well in dense mixes.
Key Features
- Body: Mahogany with quilted maple arched top
- Bolt-on construction with crème multi-ply binding
- Maple neck with thin "C" profile
- Rosewood fretboard with abalone and pearloid vector inlays
- 24 X-Jumbo frets on 25.5" scale (648mm)
- 14" (355mm) fretboard radius
- Floyd Rose Special bridge and locking nut
- 1.625" (41.3mm) nut width
- Dual Schecter Diamond Plus pickups
- Volume/Volume/Tone (push-pull) with 3-way switch
- Black chrome hardware with metal knurled knobs
- 2-way truss rod with 5/32" (4mm) Allen nut adjustment
The Omen Extreme-FR combines locked-in hardware stability with solid tonal foundations at a practical price point for home studios, producers, and engineers seeking a dependable recording instrument across multiple sessions and production styles.
This specific B-Stock unit features minor cosmetic imperfections: a small finish chip on the back cover plate. This mark is purely superficial and has absolutely zero impact on the playability, tone, or structural integrity of the guitar. Acquire this premium instrument at a significant B-Stock discount while retaining the full manufacturer warranty.
More Information
| Condition | Refurbished |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
| Neck Construction | Bolt-On |
| Country of Manufacture | Indonesia |
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Specifications
| Body Style | Double Cutaway |
|---|---|
| Body Wood | Mahogany |
| Top | Quilted Maple |
| Scale Length | 25.5" Scale |
| Frets | 24 Frets |
| Fretboard | Rosewood |
| Fingerboard Radius | 14" (355mm) |
| Nut Width | 1.625" |
| Neck Wood | Maple |
| Neck Profile | Thin "C" |
| Neck Construction | Bolt-On |
| Pickup Models | Schecter Diamond Plus (neck), Schecter Diamond Plus (bridge) |
| Bridge | Floyd Rose Licensed |
| Strings | 6 |
| Orientation | Right handed |
| Made In | Indonesia |
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Hard Rock
- ✓ Progressive
- ✓ Djent
Not the best pick for
- – Jazz
- – Country
- – Folk
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What does B-Stock mean for this guitar?
B-Stock means this Omen Extreme-FR is fully functional with minor cosmetic imperfections—in this case, a small finish chip on the back cover plate. The chip is purely cosmetic and has zero impact on playability, tone, or structural integrity. The guitar retains the full manufacturer warranty and plays and sounds identical to a new unit.
Is this guitar suitable for metal and progressive styles?
Yes. The Omen Extreme-FR is purpose-built for metal, hard rock, progressive, and djent. Its dual Schecter Diamond Plus pickups deliver articulate, high-gain output with balanced sustain and midrange definition, and the Floyd Rose Special bridge with locking nut handles aggressive playing and dive-bomb effects reliably.
How does the thin C neck feel for extended-range and lead work?
The thin C-profile neck measures 0.787" at the first fret and 0.866" at the 12th fret, enabling quick position shifts and smooth bends. With 24 X-Jumbo frets on a 25.5" scale and a 14" fretboard radius, it accommodates both technical lead work and extended playing styles comfortably.
What pickup controls and tonal options does it have?
The guitar features dual Schecter Diamond Plus pickups wired with independent volume controls for each pickup and a push-pull tone knob for expanded tonal shaping, plus a 3-way selector switch. This setup gives you flexibility to blend neck and bridge voices and dial in different characters for rhythm and lead.
How does this compare to other metal-focused guitars in its price range?
The Omen Extreme-FR competes directly with guitars like the Schecter C-1 Hellraiser, ESP LTD EC-1000, and Ibanez RG Prestige. It offers solid hardware stability via the Floyd Rose Special, balanced tone from its mahogany-and-maple construction, and a practical price point—further sweetened by this B-Stock discount—making it a dependable choice for demanding gigging and studio players.
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