Schecter PT Classic guitar in Transparent Black Burst
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Schecter PT Classic Electric Guitar Transparent Black Burst
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- SKU
- SCHECTER7323
- Color
- Black
. Description
Sound & Tone
The chambered mahogany body and quilted maple cap lend a resonant, airy midrange with clear top-end definition, while the ebony fretboard and 25.5-inch scale add snap and note separation to single-line playing. The Pasadena Plus bridge humbucker pushes tight, cutting leads and aggressive rhythm work, and the Pasadena Classic in the neck fills out warmer clean and bluesy passages; the push-pull coil-split trims things back to leaner single-coil voices for funk, country-leaning twang, or sparkling arpeggios. With a hardtail string-thru bridge reinforcing sustain and attack, it covers rock, blues and modern hard-edged styles from one instrument.
Schecter PT Classic Electric Guitar Transparent Black Burst
The PT Classic delivers a responsive, balanced platform for recording across its neck with a 14-inch fretboard radius that accommodates both fast single-note runs and smooth chord work without compromise. The chambered mahogany body with quilted maple cap keeps weight manageable for extended studio sessions while the flamed maple neck provides structural integrity and visual character. This is a refined instrument built in the Fujigen, Japan, combining meticulous craftsmanship with hardware and electronics engineered for capture-ready performance.
Tracking Playability & Build Quality
The 22 jumbo stainless steel frets offer durability and smooth, consistent action without fret sprout concerns—critical for maintaining tracking consistency across multiple takes. The Graph Tech XL Black Tusq nut (1.67" wide) ensures excellent sustain and tuning stability, keeping the instrument locked throughout sessions. The 25.5-inch scale strikes a practical balance between comfortable playability and tonal versatility for overdub work, and the 2-way adjustable truss rod with heel access spoke wheel allows straightforward neck adjustments when needed.
Recording Tone & Electronics
The Schecter USA Pasadena Plus bridge pickup pairs with the Pasadena Classic neck pickup to deliver clarity and richness across tracking scenarios—from clean rhythm beds to aggressive lead layers. The push-pull tone control with coil-splitting lets you switch from full humbucker warmth to crisp single-coil voicings mid-session without re-tracking, while the 3-way toggle switch provides three distinct pickup configurations for quick sound shaping and mix flexibility.
Key Features
- Chambered mahogany body with quilted maple cap and Transparent Black Burst finish
- Natural binding and arched top
- Flamed maple neck with ebony fretboard
- Mother of pearl dot inlays with Luminlay side dot markers
- 22 jumbo stainless steel frets with 14-inch fretboard radius
- 25.5-inch scale length
- Graph Tech XL Black Tusq nut, 1.67 inches wide
- 2-way adjustable truss rod with heel access spoke wheel
- Schecter USA Pasadena Plus (bridge) and Pasadena Classic (neck) pickups
- Volume and tone controls with push-pull coil-splitting
- 3-way toggle switch
- Schecter Nouveau locking tuners and Nouveau hardtail bridge with string-thru body
- Chrome hardware
- Includes wooden hardcase
The PT Classic combines Japanese-made (Fujigen) precision with versatile electronics and a striking visual presence—a top-tier instrument for producers and engineers who demand both consistent recording performance and tonal flexibility.
Made in Japan - built by Fujigen (FGN) in Japan.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
| Neck Construction | Bolt-On |
| Country of Manufacture | Japan |
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Specifications
| Body Style | Mustang |
|---|---|
| Scale Length | 25.5" Scale |
| Frets | 22 Frets |
| Fretboard | Ebony |
| Neck Wood | Maple |
| Neck Construction | Bolt-On |
| Bridge | String-Through Body |
| Strings | 6 |
| Orientation | Right handed |
| Model Year | 2023 |
| Made In | Japan |
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Rock
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Progressive
- ✓ Hard Rock
- ✓ Studio Sessions
Not the best pick for
- – Folk
- – Country
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What skill level is this guitar suited for?
The PT Classic is designed for intermediate, advanced, and professional players. Its 25.5-inch scale, 22 jumbo frets, and responsive neck reward players with technique, and its versatile electronics support the full range of rock, metal, and progressive applications.
Can I switch between humbucker and single-coil tones?
Yes. The push-pull tone control includes coil-splitting, letting you switch from full humbucker warmth to crisp single-coil voicings on the fly. The 3-way toggle switch also provides three distinct pickup configurations for comprehensive sound shaping.
What genres is this guitar best for?
It excels in rock, metal, progressive, and hard rock, as well as studio sessions. The articulate pickups and balanced clarity suit fast, aggressive playing and smooth chord work alike; it is not optimized for folk or country styles.
What is the body construction and finish?
The PT Classic features a chambered mahogany body with a quilted maple cap, finished in Transparent Black Burst with natural binding and an arched top. This construction keeps the instrument comfortable during long sessions while delivering visual character and tonal warmth.
What is included with the guitar?
The PT Classic ships with a wooden hardcase. The guitar features a Graph Tech XL Black Tusq nut, Schecter Nouveau locking tuners, a hardtail bridge with string-thru body, and chrome hardware.
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 $161 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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