In terms of quality, the mid-range Schecter line seems to do quite well for their quality-to-price ratio. These aren’t my favorite for super drop-tuning, or progressive metal styles, but they handle radio rock/metal styles very well and are great for a studio environment where you need something versatile. For heavy sounds, the bridge pickup is articulate and thick, but manages to clean up quite well on a lower gain/clean amp setting.
Originally designed for Zacky Vengeance (Avenged Sevenfold), the Pasadena pickups were definitely intended for metal, but are quite dynamic and flexible. Schecter’s Pasadena pickups ( also found in the Tempest Custom) were a great addition to this guitar as they add a very precise, tight sound to this guitar that I didn’t expect. The decision to include a Mahogany body with a Mahogany neck creates a really thick, resonant sound. (We actually touch on the benefits of different scale lengths in our ‘ What Are Fanned Frets?‘ article.) Not to mention the super sweet, warm sound that has become an unmistakable staple. Even though the short scale isn’t necessarily made for super low tunings, these scale lengths offer a different feel that a lot of guitarists prefer. The 24.75″ Scale is pretty much required for a Les Paul clone. The flatter upper end allows this guitar to appeal to shredders a bit more, while still maintaining the chunky low-end of the neck that we are used to seeing on these guitars.
The compound radius is a neat feature that separates this guitar from the usual Les Paul design. The Arched Flamed Maple top comes in a Natural Finish as well as Transparent Black, both of which are wonderfully accompanied by multi-ply binding and a gorgeous, Ebony Fretboard. The classic Les Paul aesthetic is well represented by the Solo-II Custom.
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