Schecter Reaper-6 FR S guitar in Satin Charcoal Burst
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- SKU
- SCHECTER1506
- Color
- Black
. Description
Sound & Tone
The swamp ash body with burl top and ebony fingerboard give this Reaper a lively, snappy attack with tight low end and clear note separation, while the 25.5" scale and set-neck construction keep single notes focused and sustaining. The Diamond Decimator bridge pickup pushes aggressive, high-output crunch and lead bite, and the Sustainiac neck unit adds infinite sustain with Fundamental, Mix, and Harmonic modes for controlled feedback and singing overtones. With a Floyd Rose 1500 and 24 X-Jumbo frets on an ultra-thin neck, it's aimed at modern rock and metal players working in fast lead lines, dive-bomb vamps, and effect-driven ambient textures.
Schecter Reaper-6 FR S Electric Guitar in Satin Charcoal Burst
The Reaper-6 FR S delivers a distinctly thin, fast neck profile paired with a lightweight, resonant body that captures immediate transient response and sustains articulate pick definition through tracking and layering sessions. The Ultra Thin 'C' neck contour and 24 X-Jumbo frets on an Ebony fingerboard create a playing surface optimized for fast tracking passes and precise single-note work, while the set-neck construction with Ultra Access ensures comfortable reach to higher registers during overdubs and complex arrangements. This is a recording-ready instrument designed for extended-range tonalities and clean, articulate single-note passages that punch through dense mixes.
Playability & Recording Response
The neck features a Maple/Walnut multi-ply core with carbon fiber reinforcement rods, delivering solid sustain and tonal stability across repeated takes without dead zones. At the first fret the neck measures 0.748" and tapers to 0.787" at the 12th fret, maintaining the ultra-thin profile throughout the playable range for consistent intonation and feel during long session work. The 14" fretboard radius balances open-string clarity for harmonic content with comfortable fretting geometry across the 25.5" scale.
Tone & Studio Electronics
The Schecter Diamond Decimator bridge pickup and Sustainiac neck pickup provide aggressive articulation paired with harmonic sustain capability for textural layering and experimental sound design. Independent controls—Master Volume, Master Tone, 3-Way Pickup Switch, 2-Way On-Off Sustainiac Switch, and 3-Way Sustainiac Mode Switch (Fundamental-Mix-Harmonic)—enable real-time tonal shaping within the session from tight rhythm tones to ambient, sustain-driven leads. The 9-volt battery compartment powers the Sustainiac system for endless sustain manipulation and feedback texturing.
Key Features
- Swamp Ash body with Burl top in Satin Charcoal Burst finish
- Set-Neck construction with Ultra Access upper-fret design
- Maple/Walnut multi-ply neck with carbon fiber reinforcement rods
- Ebony fingerboard with Pearloid Offset/Reverse Dot inlays
- 25.5" scale length with 24 X-Jumbo frets
- Ultra Thin 'C' neck contour (0.748" at 1st fret, 0.787" at 12th fret)
- Floyd Rose 1500 Series bridge and nut (1.625" width)
- Schecter Diamond Decimator bridge pickup and Sustainiac neck pickup
- Sustainiac mode selection: Fundamental, Mix, and Harmonic
- Black and Chrome hardware with Schecter tuners
- 14" fretboard radius for balanced playability
The Reaper-6 FR S combines luthier-grade materials, hardware precision, and specialized electronics into an instrument purpose-built for high-output, effect-driven recording and production work across modern rock, metal, and experimental genres.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
| Neck Construction | Set-Neck |
| Country of Manufacture | South Korea |
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This guitar ships without a case
Add the matching hard caseSchecter SGR-1C Hardshell Case for C-Shape Guitars (Case Only)
Specifications
| Scale Length | 25.5" Scale |
|---|---|
| Frets | 24 Frets |
| Fretboard | Ebony |
| Neck Wood | Maple |
| Neck Construction | Set-Neck |
| Bridge | Floyd Rose Licensed |
| Strings | 6 |
| Orientation | Right handed |
| Model Year | 2019 |
| Made In | South Korea |
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Hard Rock
- ✓ Progressive
- ✓ Extended Range
- ✓ Studio Sessions
Not the best pick for
- – Jazz
- – Blues
- – Folk
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What neck profile does the Reaper-6 FR S have, and is it comfortable for extended playing?
The Reaper-6 FR S features an ultra-thin 'C' neck contour measuring 0.748 inches at the first fret and tapering to 0.787 inches at the 12th fret, paired with set-neck construction and Ultra Access design for easy upper-fret reach. The 24 X-Jumbo frets on an Ebony fingerboard and 14-inch fretboard radius are optimized for speed and precision while maintaining comfortable playability for extended sessions.
How does the Sustainiac system work, and what are the different modes?
The Sustainiac neck pickup is powered by a 9-volt battery and offers three selectable modes via dedicated switches: Fundamental (sustains the primary note pitch), Mix (blends sustained tone with the original signal), and Harmonic (generates harmonic overtones and feedback). Real-time mode switching lets you shift tonal character mid-performance or during recording without stopping.
What pickups are installed, and are they high-output?
The Reaper-6 FR S ships with a Schecter Diamond Decimator bridge pickup (high-output) and a Sustainiac neck pickup; each has independent volume and tone control plus a 3-way pickup selector. The Decimator is voiced for aggressive articulation and tight low-end definition suited to metal and hard rock.
Is this guitar suitable for genres other than metal?
This guitar is purpose-built for metal, hard rock, and progressive music; its aggressive pickup voicing, high-output electronics, and Sustainiac system are optimized for those styles. It is not ideally suited for jazz, blues, or folk applications.
What hardware and bridge does the Reaper-6 FR S use?
The guitar features a Floyd Rose 1500 Series bridge and matching nut (1.625-inch width) for locking tuning stability and dive-bomb effects, paired with black and chrome hardware and Schecter tuners for reliable performance under heavy use.
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