Schecter PT Special guitar in 3-Tone Sunburst Pearl
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- SKU
- SCHECTER665
- Color
- Brown
. Description
Sound & Tone
Swamp ash and a maple neck with maple fretboard on a 25.5" scale give this PT a bright, snappy attack with firm low end and clear note separation, and the Vintage Ashtray bridge with staggered brass saddles reinforces that twangy, sustaining ring. The Diamond VT-1 bridge pickup delivers cutting, articulate rock bite while the V-90 in the neck fills in warmer, thicker cleans, and the series-parallel push-pull shifts between tight focus and a wider, fuller voice. It suits country, blues, roots rock and classic-leaning hard rock players who want twang on tap without giving up girth for rhythm work and lead lines.
Schecter PT Special Electric Guitar 3-Tone Sunburst Pearl
The Schecter PT Special records with clarity and dimension thanks to its lightweight 6.8-pound swamp ash body and responsive C-shaped maple neck that translates hand dynamics directly to tape. The 3-Tone Sunburst Pearl finish delivers striking visual appeal while the cream binding frames the body with understated elegance. This is a versatile instrument capable of articulate rock tones, warm cleans, and everything in between—tracked or live.
Playability & Tracking Response
The 25.5" scale and 22 X-Jumbo frets provide familiar territory for sessionwork, while the 12" fretboard radius and precisely profiled neck thickness (.826" at the 1st fret, .905" at the 12th) create a neck that captures articulation and sustain without compromising comfort during takes requiring bends and vibrato. The Graph Tech XL Ivory Tusq nut and Vintage Ashtray bridge with staggered brass saddles ensure stable intonation and tuning lock throughout extended recording sessions.
Tone & Electronics
The dual-pickup setup pairs a Schecter Diamond VT-1 bridge pickup with a Schecter Diamond V-90 neck pickup, offering tonal versatility across the frequency spectrum for layering and overdub work. The series-parallel push-pull volume/tone control expands sonic possibilities within a single take, allowing you to shift between tight, focused articulation and wider, fuller resonance depending on the mix context you're filling.
Key Features
- Body Material: Swamp Ash
- Bolt-on construction with flat top contour
- Neck Material: Maple with maple fretboard
- Scale: 25.5" (648mm)
- Neck Shape: C-profile with black dot inlays
- 22 X-Jumbo frets on 12" fretboard radius
- Schecter Diamond VT-1 bridge and Diamond V-90 neck pickups
- Graph Tech XL Ivory Tusq nut (1.653" width)
- Vintage Ashtray bridge with staggered brass saddles
- Grover Vintage tuners, nickel hardware
- Cream 1-ply binding
The PT Special combines thoughtful hardware choices, balanced electronics, and responsive construction into a guitar that tracks reliably across rock, alternative, and pop production without eating up precious studio headroom.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
| Neck Construction | Bolt-On |
| Country of Manufacture | Indonesia |
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Specifications
| Body Style | Single Cutaway |
|---|---|
| Scale Length | 25.5" Scale |
| Frets | 22 Frets |
| Fretboard | Maple |
| Neck Wood | Maple |
| Neck Construction | Bolt-On |
| Bridge | Fixed |
| Strings | 6 |
| Orientation | Right handed |
| Model Year | 2017 |
| Made In | Indonesia |
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Rock
- ✓ Blues
- ✓ Hard Rock
- ✓ Funk
- ✓ Studio Sessions
Not the best pick for
- – Metal
- – Djent
- – Thrash Metal
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What neck shape and scale does this guitar have?
The PT Special features a C-profile maple neck with a 25.5" scale, 22 X-Jumbo frets on a 12" fretboard radius, and a nut width of 1.653". The neck thickness measures 0.826" at the 1st fret and 0.905" at the 12th fret, providing a fast, responsive feel similar to standard Fender-style geometry.
What pickups are in this guitar and how do they sound?
The PT Special pairs a Schecter Diamond VT-1 bridge pickup with a Schecter Diamond V-90 neck pickup, delivering articulate rock tones and warm cleans across the frequency spectrum. A series-parallel push-pull volume/tone control lets you shift between tight, focused articulation and wider, fuller resonance depending on your needs.
Is this guitar suitable for metal or djent styles?
No, the PT Special is optimized for rock, blues, hard rock, funk, and studio sessions. The tone profile and pickup configuration are not designed for metal, djent, or thrash metal applications.
What hardware does this guitar feature?
The PT Special includes a Graph Tech XL Ivory Tusq nut, Vintage Ashtray bridge with staggered brass saddles for stable intonation, and Grover Vintage tuners with nickel hardware. Bolt-on construction and a flat-top swamp ash body weighing 6.8 pounds complete the build.
Who is this guitar for?
Intermediate to advanced players and professionals who gig and record across rock, blues, hard rock, and funk will find the PT Special versatile and reliable. Its balanced tone, fast neck, and tuning stability make it suitable for both stage and studio sessions.
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