Schecter Ultra-III guitar in Vintage Red
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- SKU
- SCHECTER3154
- Color
- Red
Description
Schecter Ultra-III Electric Guitar in Vintage Red Finish
The Ultra-III delivers an exceptionally comfortable recording experience with its ultra-thin mahogany neck and smooth rosewood fretboard, enabling extended takes and fast melodic passages to be captured with precision. The resonant mahogany body produces a woody mid-range character with excellent note definition, while the Duncan Designed pickup configuration provides versatile tonal range from warm, articulate cleans to aggressive overdriven tones suitable for layering in any session. This instrument balances classic craftsmanship with practical playability, translating both aggressive attack and delicate finesse across a broad range of musical styles into your recordings.
Playability & Studio Performance
The thin 'C' neck profile measures .787" at the first fret and .866" at the 12th, paired with a 14" fretboard radius and 25.5" scale length to ensure comfortable reach and responsive feel during long recording sessions. 22 X-Jumbo frets and a Graph Tech XL Black Tusq nut (1.653" width) provide precision fretting and smooth string action, while the 2-way adjustable truss rod allows for personal setup preferences and quick adjustments between tracking days.
Tone & Electronics
The guitar features three Duncan Designed pickups—bridge (FG-101B), middle (FG-1010M), and neck (FG-101N)—controlled via volume, tone, and three on-off coil-split slider switches for tonal flexibility across different mix contexts. The Bigsby Flat Top B50 bridge with roller TOM and chrome hardware ensure stable tuning and sustain during tracking, while the set-neck construction and mahogany body contribute to strong harmonic resonance that translates well to tape and digital recording.
Key Features
- Body: Mahogany with flat top, raised center, and sculptured edges
- Neck: 3-piece mahogany with thin 'C' profile and 2-way adjustable truss rod
- Fretboard: Rosewood with 22 X-Jumbo frets and pearl block inlays
- Scale: 25.5" with 14" fretboard radius
- Nut: Graph Tech XL Black Tusq, 1.653" width
- Pickups: Duncan Designed FG-101B (bridge), FG-1010M (middle), FG-101N (neck)
- Bridge: Bigsby Flat Top B50 with roller TOM
- Controls: Volume/Tone with three on-off coil-split slider switches
- Hardware: Chrome Grover tuners
- Construction: Set-neck with ivory 1-ply binding
- Weight: 8 lbs 4 oz
- Finish: Vintage Red; Right-handed orientation
The Schecter Ultra-III combines thoughtful construction, quality hardware, and versatile electronics into an instrument built for engineers and producers seeking reliability and responsive performance in the studio.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
| Neck Construction | Set-Neck |
| Country of Manufacture | South Korea |
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At a Glance
The Schecter Ultra-III is a semi-hollow-body electric with a resonant mahogany body and Duncan Designed pickup trio that yields woody mid-range character, articulate cleans, and aggressive overdrive tones—ideal for capturing warm, defined recordings across rock, blues, and studio sessions. Its three coil-split slider switches provide real-time tonal flexibility during tracking, and the set-neck construction delivers strong harmonic resonance that cuts through a mix with clarity and sustain. Choose this if you want a session-ready instrument with the harmonic warmth of mahogany and the tonal range to handle both delicate passages and driven textures without needing multiple guitars.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Rock
- ✓ Blues
- ✓ Hard Rock
- ✓ Studio Sessions
- ✓ Gigging
Not the best pick for
- – Metal
- – Djent
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What neck profile and dimensions does the Ultra-III have?
The Ultra-III features an ultra-thin 'C' profile measuring 0.787" at the first fret and 0.866" at the 12th fret, with a 25.5" scale length and 14" fretboard radius. The Graph Tech XL Black Tusq nut is 1.653" wide, and the three-piece mahogany neck includes a 2-way adjustable truss rod for personal setup preferences.
What pickup configuration does this guitar have, and can I adjust the tone?
The Ultra-III uses three Duncan Designed pickups—bridge (FG-101B), middle (FG-1010M), and neck (FG-101N)—controlled by a volume knob, tone knob, and three on-off coil-split slider switches. The coil-split switches allow you to dial in a wide range of tones from warm, articulate cleans to aggressive overdrive without swapping instruments.
Is this guitar good for rock and blues, or is it better suited for other genres?
The Ultra-III excels in rock, blues, hard rock, and studio sessions, delivering woody mid-range character and excellent note definition across those styles. It is not optimized for metal or djent tones, so if extreme gain and scooped mids are your primary goal, a different platform may suit you better.
What bridge and tuning stability hardware does it use?
The Ultra-III features a Bigsby Flat Top B50 bridge with roller tailpiece (TOM) and chrome Grover tuners, which together ensure stable tuning and sustain. The set-neck construction further contributes to strong harmonic resonance and reliable performance.
What are the physical specifications and weight?
The Ultra-III weighs 8 lbs 4 oz and features a mahogany body with a flat top, raised center, and sculptured edges. The rosewood fretboard includes 22 X-Jumbo frets with pearl block inlays, and the guitar ships in Vintage Red finish with right-handed orientation and ivory 1-ply binding.
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