Schecter Retro PT Candy Apple Red Electric Guitar

Quick Product Summary

The Schecter Retro PT in Candy Apple Red combines classic single-cut styling with the punch, playability and versatility of a modern Schecter electric guitar. Built around an alder body with cream binding, a bolt-on maple neck and rosewood fingerboard, it delivers a familiar 25.5" scale alongside a comfortable Thin “C” profile and 22 X-Jumbo frets.

A pair of Schecter Diamond SuperRock-II humbuckers gives the Retro PT considerably more power and tonal weight than a traditional single-coil T-style guitar, while push/pull coil splitting adds brighter, more articulate sounds when required. A PT-H string-through hardtail bridge, Graph Tech Black TUSQ XL nut and Grover tuners complete a practical, versatile instrument suitable for rock, blues, alternative, indie and heavier styles.

At A Glance

Feature	Details
Brand	Schecter
Model	Retro PT
Product Type	Electric Guitar
Finish	Candy Apple Red
Condition	New
Orientation	Right-Handed
Body	Alder
Neck	Maple, Bolt-On
Fingerboard	Rosewood
Scale Length	25.5"
Pickups	2 x Schecter Diamond SuperRock-II Humbuckers
Bridge	Schecter PT-H String-Through Hardtail
Main Appeal	Classic PT styling with powerful, coil-splittable humbuckers
Best For	Rock, blues, indie, alternative, pop and heavier guitar styles

What Makes the Schecter Retro PT Special?

The Retro PT takes one of the most familiar electric guitar shapes and gives it a distinctly Schecter character. Its alder body, cream binding and Candy Apple Red finish provide the vintage-inspired visual appeal, while the maple Thin “C” neck, 14" radius rosewood fingerboard and 22 X-Jumbo frets move the playing experience firmly into modern territory. The flatter fingerboard and substantial frets make bends and lead work particularly comfortable without compromising straightforward chord playing.

The Schecter Diamond SuperRock-II humbuckers make this considerably more versatile than a traditional single-coil T-style guitar. In full humbucker mode they provide plenty of body and output for driven rock sounds, while the push/pull control allows the pickups to be split for brighter and more cutting textures. Combined with the string-through fixed bridge, the Retro PT is a straightforward but highly flexible guitar for stage, studio and everyday playing.

Who Is It For?

The Schecter Retro PT is an excellent choice for players who like classic single-cut styling but want more power and a more contemporary playing feel than many vintage-inspired designs provide.

It works particularly well for rock, alternative, indie, blues, pop and hard rock, while its dual-humbucker electronics can comfortably handle higher-gain tones when required. The uncomplicated hardtail setup also makes it approachable for developing players while offering enough specification for experienced guitarists.

Why Choose A Dual-Humbucker PT-Style Guitar?

Traditional T-style guitars are often associated with bright single-coil sounds, but fitting a pair of humbuckers creates a fuller and more powerful response. This is especially useful for overdriven amplifiers and distortion pedals, where additional body and reduced electrical hum can be significant advantages.

The Retro PT retains additional flexibility through its push/pull coil-split control, so players are not restricted to full humbucker sounds. This makes it a useful option for musicians who need one guitar to cover both heavier rhythm parts and brighter clean or lightly driven tones.

How Does It Compare?

Compared With A Traditional T-Style Electric Guitar

The Retro PT has the familiar 25.5" scale and single-cut body concept but uses dual humbuckers, X-Jumbo frets and a flatter 14" fingerboard radius. It therefore feels and sounds more contemporary than many traditional T-style designs, particularly when using higher levels of gain.

Compared With The Schecter PT Special

The Retro PT takes a more modern dual-humbucker approach, whereas the PT Special uses a more vintage-influenced pickup and hardware configuration. Players wanting powerful rock tones and coil-splitting flexibility may prefer the Retro PT, while those seeking a more traditional PT character may favour the PT Special.

What’s Included?

• Schecter Retro PT Electric Guitar

• Candy Apple Red finish

• Factory-fitted Ernie Ball Regular Slinky .010-.046 strings

Please note: A hardcase is not included. A compatible Schecter SGR Universal Guitar Hardcase is available separately.

Technical Specifications

General

• Model: Schecter Retro PT

• Manufacturer Reference: SCH-GTR-3734

• Orientation: Right-Handed

• Finish: Candy Apple Red

• Condition: New

• Number of Strings: 6

• Hardware Colour: Black

Body

• Body Material: Alder

• Top Contour: Flat Top

• Construction: Bolt-On

• Binding: Cream 1-Ply

Neck

• Neck Material: Maple

• Neck Profile: Thin “C”

• Scale Length: 25.5" / 648mm

• Truss Rod: 2-Way Adjustable

Fingerboard

• Fingerboard Material: Rosewood

• Fingerboard Radius: 14"

• Frets: 22 X-Jumbo

• Inlays: Dot

• Nut: Graph Tech XL Black TUSQ

• Nut Width: 42mm

Electronics

• Bridge Pickup: Schecter Diamond SuperRock-II Humbucker

• Neck Pickup: Schecter Diamond SuperRock-II Humbucker

• Pickup Configuration: HH

• Pickup Type: Passive

• Controls: Master Volume, Master Tone

• Additional Function: Push/Pull Coil Split

• Pickup Selector: 3-Way Switch

Hardware

• Bridge: Schecter PT-H

• Stringing: String-Through-Body

• Tuners: Grover Vintage

• Hardware Finish: Black

• Knobs: Metal Knurled with Set Screw

Strings

• Factory Strings: Ernie Ball Regular Slinky #2221

• Gauge: .010-.046

Case

• Compatible Case: Schecter SGR Universal Guitar Hardcase

• Case Model: 1622

• Case Included: No – sold separately

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Schecter Retro PT suitable for rock?

Yes. Its SuperRock-II humbuckers provide plenty of output and body for classic rock, alternative, hard rock and higher-gain styles.

What pickups are fitted?

The Retro PT features a pair of Schecter Diamond SuperRock-II humbuckers, with one at the bridge and one at the neck.

Are the pickups active?

No. The SuperRock-II pickups are passive, so the guitar does not require a battery.

Can the pickups be coil split?

Yes. The push/pull tone control allows the humbuckers to be split, providing brighter and leaner sounds alongside the standard full humbucker tones.

Is this the same as the Schecter PT Special?

No. The Retro PT uses dual SuperRock-II humbuckers and a PT-H string-through bridge, giving it a more modern character than the vintage-inspired PT Special.

What is the neck like?

The maple neck uses Schecter’s Thin “C” profile, providing a comfortable modern feel that works well for both rhythm and lead playing.

Does it have a rosewood fingerboard?

Yes. This Candy Apple Red Retro PT features a rosewood fingerboard with a relatively flat 14" radius.

How many frets does it have?

The guitar has 22 X-Jumbo frets, providing a substantial fret surface that makes bends and vibrato comfortable.

Does it have a tremolo?

No. The Retro PT uses a Schecter PT-H fixed bridge with string-through-body construction, providing a straightforward and stable setup.

What scale length does it use?

It has a 25.5" scale length, giving it familiar string tension and a responsive feel for chords, riffs and lead playing.

Is it only suitable for vintage-style music?

No. Although the body shape and Candy Apple Red finish have a classic influence, the dual humbuckers, coil splitting, X-Jumbo frets and flatter fingerboard give it considerably more modern performance capabilities.

Is a hardcase included?

No. A compatible Schecter SGR Universal Guitar Hardcase, model 1622, is available separately.

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