Schecter Solo-II Standard guitar in Blood Burst
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Schecter Solo-II Standard Guitar Blood Burst
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- SKU
- SCHECTER3960
- Color
- Red
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Description
Sound & Tone
The mahogany body, 24.75" scale, and Tune-O-Matic-with-stop-tailpiece setup give this single-cutaway a thick, warm midrange with long sustain and a slightly slinky feel under bends. Schecter Diamond Standard humbuckers keep things articulate on both ends — a round, vocal neck tone for blues leads and clean chording, and a tighter, more aggressive bridge voice that holds definition under high gain. With a simple volume/tone/3-way layout and a rosewood board over roasted maple, it sits comfortably in classic rock, hard rock, and modern metal, while still cleaning up enough for pop and session work.
Schecter Solo-II Standard Guitar Blood Burst
The Schecter Solo-II Standard in Blood Burst is engineered for recording and production work, delivering fast, comfortable playback and consistent performance across tracking and overdub sessions. Its roasted maple neck carved in a thin "C" profile and smooth rosewood fretboard with 22 jumbo frets provide the stability and access professional tracking demands, while the bolt-on single-cutaway design—finished in a striking red-to-black burst over mahogany with black hardware—translates to focused, punchy tonal character in the mix.
Playability & Studio Performance
The roasted maple neck with thin "C" contour and 24.75" scale length enables consistent finger positioning and fatigue-free tracking during long recording takes. At 0.787" at the first fret and 0.866" at the twelfth fret, the neck thickness balances modern playability with structural stability, while the 14" fretboard radius and 22 jumbo frets support smooth bending articulation and tight intonation—critical for layered guitar parts and double-tracking sessions.
Tone & Electronics
Dual Schecter Diamond Standard humbuckers with black metal covers capture articulate, dynamic recordings across multiple tonal territories—from warm, sustained rhythm textures to aggressive lead clarity that cuts through dense mixes. The straightforward control scheme—master volume, master tone, and 3-way toggle switch—enables quick tonal adjustments between takes without menu diving, while the Tune-O-Matic bridge and stop tailpiece maintain tuning stability across long sessions and ensure consistent sustain and resonance from string to string.
Key Features
- Body Material: Mahogany with flat top and bevel edge contour
- Color: Blood Burst finish
- Neck Material: Roasted Maple in Thin "C" profile
- Fretboard: Rosewood with white dot inlays
- Scale Length: 24.75"
- Frets: 22 Jumbo with 14" radius
- Nut: Graphite, 42mm width with 2-way adjustable truss rod
- Bridge: Tune-O-Matic with stop tailpiece
- Pickups: Schecter Diamond Standard humbuckers (neck and bridge) with black metal covers
- Controls: Master volume, master tone, 3-way toggle switch
- Hardware: Black Schecter tuners and metal dome knobs
- Construction: Bolt-on
The Solo-II Standard delivers focused, production-ready tone and session reliability, offering genuine studio versatility at a straightforward price point.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
| Neck Construction | Bolt-On |
| Country of Manufacture | China |
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Specifications
| Scale Length | 24.75" Scale |
|---|---|
| Frets | 22 Frets |
| Fretboard | Rosewood |
| Neck Wood | Maple |
| Neck Construction | Bolt-On |
| Bridge | Tune-O-Matic / Stopbar |
| Strings | 6 |
| Orientation | Right handed |
| Model Year | 2024 |
| Made In | China |
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Hard Rock
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Blues
- ✓ Studio Sessions
- ✓ Gigging
Not the best pick for
- – Folk
- – Jazz
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What neck profile is this, and how does it feel compared to a Gibson Les Paul?
The Solo-II has a thin-C roasted maple neck that measures 0.787" at the first fret and 0.866" at the twelfth fret—more modern and accessible than a traditional thick-C, but still substantial. Roasted maple also adds durability and stability, making it a hardier platform for gigging than a standard maple neck.
What kind of tones can I expect from the Diamond Standard humbuckers?
The dual Diamond Standard pickups deliver articulate articulation with warm midrange character, excelling at bluesy sustain and high-gain aggression. They maintain clarity even at high volumes and distortion, making them versatile for both clean studio tones and saturated rock and metal leads.
Is the 24.75" scale length right for hard rock and metal?
Yes—the 24.75" scale is the classic hard rock and metal standard, offering balanced string tension for bending, riffing, and heavy tunings while keeping intonation precise. Combined with the 14" fretboard radius and 22 jumbo frets, it's built for fast, aggressive playing.
How stable is the Tune-O-Matic bridge and stop tailpiece for extended sessions?
The Tune-O-Matic with stop tailpiece is rock-solid for tuning stability and sustain across long gigs or studio tracking days. It's a time-tested design that resists tuning drift even under aggressive playing or extended bends.
What's included and what are the control options?
The Solo-II comes set up with a master volume knob, master tone knob, and a 3-way toggle switch for pickup selection. Hardware includes black Schecter tuners and a graphite nut (42mm width) for consistent tuning, with white dot inlays on the rosewood fretboard for easy navigation.
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 $28 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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