Schecter Ultra Przym Mercury Rose Electric guitar
Description
Schecter Ultra Przym Mercury Rose – Gloss Black
The Schecter Ultra Przym Mercury Rose is engineered for studio tracking and mixing work, with a thin "C" neck profile and deep-access body contour that support extended recording sessions without fatigue. This instrument delivers premium construction with refined aesthetics—equally capable in tracking vocals, overdubs, or layered rhythm parts. The gloss black finish and luminous fretboard markers provide visual clarity during both recording and post-production review.
Playability & Recording Response
The mahogany neck features carbon fiber reinforcement rods and measures 1st fret 20mm to 12th fret 22mm, providing the stability and fast, responsive feel needed for precise tracking across the 24.75" scale. Twenty-two X-Jumbo stainless steel frets paired with a 12"-16" compound radius ebony fretboard ensure accurate intonation and smooth bending articulation for detailed recording capture, while the Graph Tech XL Black Tusq nut (42mm width) delivers crisp note attack and reliable tuning retention across takes.
Tone & Mix Integration
The dual Schecter USA Pasadena and Pasadena Plus humbuckers produce warm, articulate tones with excellent sustain and clarity across gain levels—ideal for sitting clearly in dense mixes without losing definition. Hardware consists of a Hipshot hardtail bridge and Schecter locking tuners, eliminating tuning drift between takes and overdubs while the deep insert joint construction maximizes resonance and upper-fret access for session versatility.
Key Features
- Mahogany body with gloss black finish and flat top with raised center contour
- Mahogany 3-piece neck with carbon fiber reinforcement rods
- Thin "C" neck profile (1st fret 20mm, 12th fret 22mm)
- 24.75" scale length
- Ebony fretboard with pearloid mercury block inlays and luminlay side dot markers
- 22 X-Jumbo stainless steel frets with 12"-16" compound radius
- Graph Tech XL Black Tusq nut, 42mm width
- Schecter USA Pasadena and Pasadena Plus humbuckers
- Hipshot hardtail bridge with satin black hardware
- Schecter locking tuners
- 2-way adjustable truss rod with 5/32" (4mm) Allen nut
- Deep insert joint with ultra access construction
This Ultra Przym Mercury Rose combines meticulous construction, premium hardware, and versatile tonal character into a refined instrument built for demanding recording and production work.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
| Neck Construction | Set-Neck |
| Country of Manufacture | South Korea |
Reviews
At a Glance
The Schecter Ultra Przym Mercury Rose excels as a workhorse studio axe for producers and engineers tracking rock, blues, and hard-rock material with demanding tonal range. Its Schecter USA Pasadena pickups—Classic in the neck, Plus at the bridge—offer warm, articulate character with excellent sustain and push-pull coil-splitting to dial in everything from rich rhythm textures to articulate lead tones that sit naturally in dense mixes. The 24.75" scale, 22 X-Jumbo frets, and ebony fingerboard with compound radius support precise intonation and effortless bending, making it a reliable choice for session work across multiple takes.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Rock
- ✓ Blues
- ✓ Hard Rock
- ✓ Studio Sessions
- ✓ Live Performance
Not the best pick for
- – Djent
- – Extended Range
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes the thin "C" neck profile and body contour better for long sessions?
The thin "C" profile reduces hand fatigue during extended playing, while the deep-access body contour allows comfortable upper-fret access and lets you play seated or standing without rib pressure. This design philosophy is especially valuable for touring musicians or studio pros who log many hours in a day.
How do the coil-splitting controls expand the guitar's tonal range?
Push-pull coil-splitting on the Pasadena Classic and Plus humbuckers lets you split each pickup into single-coil mode, transforming warm, thick humbucker tone into brighter, articulate single-coil character without changing guitars. This versatility makes the Ultra Przym at home across rock, blues, and cleaner studio applications.
What scale length and fret configuration does this guitar use?
The Ultra Przym features a 24.75" scale with 22 X-Jumbo stainless steel frets on an ebony fingerboard with a 12"-to-16" compound radius. This combination supports smooth bending, excellent intonation, and fast playability across the full range.
How does the hardware contribute to tuning stability and maintenance?
The Hipshot hardtail bridge with string-through-body design, combined with Schecter locking tuners and a Graph Tech Black Tusq XL nut, ensures rock-solid tuning retention with minimal drift—critical for touring and studio consistency. The set-neck construction with carbon fiber reinforcement adds structural rigidity that further supports stable intonation.
Is this guitar suitable for genres like progressive metal or extended-range tuning?
No; the Ultra Przym Mercury Rose is optimized for rock, blues, and hard rock in standard tuning. Its 24-fret configuration and 24.75" scale length are not designed for djent or extended-range applications.
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