Schecter Ultra-III guitar in Vintage Blue
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- SKU
- SCHECTER3155
- Color
- Blue
. Description
Sound & Tone
The mahogany body and set-neck construction give the Ultra-III a warm, thick midrange with long sustain, while the 25.5" scale adds tightness and clarity to the low end and a bit of snap on top. Its three Duncan Designed pickups, wired with individual on-off and coil-split sliders, cover a wide range from fat neck-position leads to brighter blended and split combinations that thin out toward chime and cluck. With a Bigsby B50 on board for shimmer and dips, it lands naturally in rock, blues, indie and rockabilly territory, and the thin 'C' neck with X-Jumbo frets supports bending-heavy lead work.
Schecter Ultra-III Electric Guitar in Vintage Blue Finish
The Ultra-III delivers a slim, fast neck profile with its thin 'C' shape and 25.5" scale that captures precise articulation and extended melodic passages with clarity. The mahogany body with sculptured edges and raised center contour provides excellent balance and sustain for rich, focused tones in the mix, while the set-neck construction ensures rock-solid intonation and durability across tracking sessions. This Vintage Blue finish model combines vintage-inspired aesthetics with modern playability for session flexibility.
Playability & Recording Performance
The 3-piece mahogany neck with Graph Tech XL Black Tusq nut and rosewood fretboard features 22 X-Jumbo frets on a 14" radius, accommodating both open chord voicings and aggressive bends without unwanted noise. The thin 'C' profile measures .787" at the 1st fret and .866" at the 12th, creating an ergonomic platform for extended recording takes without hand fatigue or inconsistent tone.
Tone Shaping & Electronics
Three Duncan Designed pickups—bridge, middle, and neck configurations—deliver versatile voice shaping across the frequency spectrum for different mic positions and production needs. The 3 On-Off-Coil Split slider switches paired with independent volume and tone controls unlock expanded tonal palette within a single session, while the Bigsby Flat Top B50 bridge with roller TOM and Grover tuners maintain tuning stability across takes and support sustain for layered recordings.
Key Features
- Model: Ultra-III (Item #3155), Right Handed
- Body: Mahogany with Flat Top/Raised Center & Sculptured Edges, Set-Neck Construction
- Neck: Mahogany 3-piece with Thin 'C' Shape
- Fretboard: Rosewood with Pearl Block Inlays, 25.5" Scale, 22 X-Jumbo Frets, 14" Radius
- Nut: Graph Tech XL Black Tusq, 1.653" Width
- Truss Rod: 2-Way Adjustable with 5/32" Allen Nut
- Pickups: Duncan Designed FG-101B (Bridge), FG-1010M (Middle), FG-101N (Neck)
- Controls: Volume/Tone with 3 On-Off-Coil Split Slider Switches
- Hardware: Chrome Grover Tuners, Bigsby Flat Top B50 Bridge with Roller TOM
- Binding: Ivory 1-ply
- Finish: Vintage Blue (VBLU)
- Country of Origin: South Korea
The Ultra-III combines set-neck stability, refined playability, and flexible electronics in a vintage-finished package built for producing professional recordings.
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-11-UM Hardshell Case for Ultra-III Guitars (Case Only)
Specifications
| Body Style | Single Cutaway |
|---|---|
| Scale Length | 25.5" Scale |
| Frets | 22 Frets |
| Fretboard | Rosewood |
| Neck Wood | Mahogany |
| Neck Construction | Set-Neck |
| Bridge | Bigsby |
| Strings | 6 |
| Orientation | Right handed |
| Made In | South Korea |
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Rock
- ✓ Blues
- ✓ Jazz
Not the best pick for
- – Metal
- – Djent
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What neck profile does the Ultra-III have?
The Ultra-III features a slim 'C'-shaped mahogany neck measuring 0.787 inches at the first fret and 0.866 inches at the 12th fret, with a 14-inch radius. This thin profile reduces hand fatigue during extended playing and is designed to reward precise fingering and smooth bends.
What pickup configuration and controls does it have?
Three Duncan Designed pickups (bridge, middle, neck) are paired with independent volume and tone controls and three on-off coil-split slider switches for expanded tonal options. This setup lets you dial in articulate cleans, warm sustain, and everything in between.
Is this guitar suitable for metal or djent?
No—the Ultra-III is voiced specifically for rock, blues, and jazz with a warm midrange and sustain-focused character. Metal and djent players should look elsewhere for a guitar optimized for those genres.
How does the Bigsby B50 bridge affect tuning stability?
The Bigsby Flat Top B50 bridge with roller TOM and Grover tuners work together to maintain tuning stability and support sustain during performance. The set-neck construction further ensures rock-solid intonation.
What frets does the Ultra-III use?
The guitar features 22 X-Jumbo frets on a rosewood fretboard with a 25.5-inch scale, paired with a Graph Tech XL Black Tusq nut. This combination accommodates open chords and aggressive bends comfortably.
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