Schecter Damien Platinum-6 Satin Black Electric Guitar – Ex Display

Quick Product Summary

The Schecter Damien Platinum-6 in Satin Black is a purpose-built modern electric guitar combining understated dark styling with a proven specification for rock and metal. A mahogany body and three-piece maple set neck provide a solid foundation, while the Thin “C” profile, 14" radius rosewood fingerboard and 24 X-Jumbo frets give the guitar a fast, comfortable feel for riffs, chords and technical lead work.

A classic pairing of EMG 81 and EMG 85 active humbuckers delivers the powerful, low-noise response that has made this combination a favourite for high-gain guitar tones. Grover tuners, a Graph Tech Black TUSQ XL nut and Tune-O-Matic bridge with string-through-body construction complete a straightforward, performance-focused instrument with no unnecessary complications.

At A Glance

Feature	Details
Brand	Schecter
Model	Damien Platinum-6
Item Number	1181
Product Type	Electric Guitar
Finish	Satin Black
Condition	Ex Display
Orientation	Right-Handed
Body	Mahogany
Construction	Set-Neck with Ultra Access
Fingerboard	Rosewood
Scale Length	25.5"
Bridge Pickup	EMG 81
Neck Pickup	EMG 85
Bridge	Tune-O-Matic with String-Through Body
Main Appeal	Proven active EMG tones with fast modern Schecter playability
Best For	Metal, hard rock, high-gain rhythm and lead playing

Condition Overview

Ex Display – This guitar has formed part of our display stock rather than being supplied as a factory-sealed example. It remains an excellent opportunity to purchase a Schecter Damien Platinum-6 at ex-display value.

Please refer to the product photographs for the exact cosmetic condition of this individual instrument.

What Makes the Schecter Damien Platinum-6 Special?

The Damien Platinum-6 strips the modern metal guitar down to the features that matter. Its mahogany body and three-piece maple set neck with Ultra Access provide a substantial, comfortable platform, while the Thin “C” neck measures approximately 20mm at the first fret and 22mm at the twelfth. A 14" radius rosewood fingerboard and 24 X-Jumbo frets provide a flatter, contemporary playing surface particularly well suited to wide bends, fast picking and technical lead work.

Its electronics use one of the best-known active humbucker combinations in heavy music: an EMG 81 at the bridge and EMG 85 at the neck. The 81 provides a tight, aggressive response for high-gain rhythm and cutting lead tones, while the 85 offers a fuller, smoother character from the neck position. The Satin Black finish, Satin Chrome hardware, Silver/Platinum binding and distinctive Platinum Bat inlays complete the Damien’s unmistakably dark aesthetic.

Who Is It For?

The Schecter Damien Platinum-6 is particularly well suited to intermediate, advanced and professional guitarists looking for a straightforward high-performance guitar for heavier styles. Its fixed bridge makes it considerably easier to restring and adjust than a double-locking tremolo-equipped guitar, while retaining the fast neck and powerful electronics associated with modern Schecter designs.

It is an excellent choice for metal, hard rock, alternative metal, progressive styles and high-gain recording, although the EMG 85 neck pickup can also provide useful cleaner and smoother lead sounds.

Why Choose An Active Humbucker Guitar?

Active pickups use an onboard preamp to produce a strong, consistent output with low noise. This makes them particularly effective with high-gain amplifiers and distortion, where definition and noise control become increasingly important.

The EMG 81/85 combination has become a long-standing choice for heavy guitar styles because the two pickups complement each other particularly well. The bridge-position 81 emphasises attack and definition, while the neck-position 85 provides a warmer and fuller alternative.

How Does It Compare?

Compared With The Damien Platinum-6 FR

The standard Damien Platinum-6 uses a Tune-O-Matic fixed bridge with string-through-body construction, while the FR version adds a Floyd Rose locking tremolo. The fixed-bridge model is the more straightforward option for players who prioritise simple restringing, tuning changes and easy maintenance over tremolo effects.

Compared With The Damien Platinum-6 FR S

The FR S adds both a Floyd Rose tremolo and a Sustainiac neck system. The standard Damien Platinum-6 instead retains the traditional EMG 81/85 pickup pairing and fixed bridge, making it a simpler and more conventional choice for players primarily focused on powerful rhythm and lead tones.

What’s Included?

• Schecter Damien Platinum-6 Electric Guitar

• Satin Black finish

• Factory-installed EMG 81 and EMG 85 pickups

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

Please note: A hardcase is not included. The compatible Schecter SGR-1C C-Shape Hardcase, model 1620, is available separately.

Technical Specifications

General

• Model Name: Damien Platinum-6

• Item Number: 1181

• Orientation: Right-Handed

• Finish: Satin Black

• Condition: Ex Display

• Number of Strings: 6

• Hardware Colour: Satin Chrome

Body

• Body Material: Mahogany

• Top Contour: Arched Top

• Construction: Set-Neck with Ultra Access

• Binding: Silver/Platinum Multi-Ply

Neck

• Neck Material: 3-Piece Maple

• Neck Profile: Thin “C”

• Thickness at 1st Fret: 20mm

• Thickness at 12th Fret: 22mm

• Scale Length: 25.5" / 648mm

• Truss Rod: 2-Way Adjustable with 4mm Allen Nut

Fingerboard

• Fingerboard Material: Rosewood

• Fingerboard Radius: 14"

• Frets: 24 X-Jumbo

• Inlays: Platinum Bats

• Nut: Graph Tech XL Black TUSQ

• Nut Width: 42mm

Electronics

• Bridge Pickup: EMG 81

• Neck Pickup: EMG 85

• Pickup Configuration: HH

• Pickup Type: Active

• Controls: Master Volume, Master Tone

• Pickup Selector: 3-Way Switch

• Battery Compartment: 9V Clip-In Battery Compartment

Hardware

• Bridge: Tune-O-Matic with String-Through-Body

• Tuners: Grover

• Hardware Finish: Satin Chrome

• Knobs: Metal Knurled with Set Screw

Strings

• Factory Strings: Ernie Ball Regular Slinky #2221

• Gauge: .010-.046

Case

• Compatible Case: Schecter SGR-1C C-Shape Hardcase

• Case Model: 1620

• Case Included: No – sold separately

Power Requirements

The EMG 81 and EMG 85 active pickups require a 9V battery. The Damien Platinum-6 features a dedicated clip-in battery compartment for convenient access.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Schecter Damien Platinum-6 suitable for metal?

Yes. Its EMG 81/85 active pickup combination, fast Thin “C” neck, 24-fret fingerboard and mahogany body make it particularly well suited to metal, hard rock and other high-gain styles.

What does Ex Display mean?

This guitar has been used as display stock rather than being supplied as a factory-sealed example. Please refer to the product photographs for the exact cosmetic condition of the individual guitar.

What pickups are fitted?

The Damien Platinum-6 features an EMG 81 active humbucker at the bridge and an EMG 85 active humbucker at the neck.

What is the difference between the EMG 81 and EMG 85?

The EMG 81 is particularly well suited to the bridge position, providing a tight and aggressive response with strong definition. The EMG 85 has a warmer, fuller character that works particularly well for neck-position lead and clean sounds.

Do the pickups require a battery?

Yes. Both pickups are active and require a 9V battery to operate.

Does the Damien Platinum-6 have a Floyd Rose?

No. This version uses a Tune-O-Matic bridge with string-through-body construction. Schecter offers separate Damien Platinum FR models for players who specifically require a Floyd Rose tremolo.

What is the neck like?

The three-piece maple neck uses Schecter’s Thin “C” profile, measuring approximately 20mm at the first fret and 22mm at the twelfth. It provides a comfortable modern feel for both rhythm and lead playing.

How many frets does it have?

The Damien Platinum-6 features 24 X-Jumbo frets, giving the player a full two-octave fretting range on every string.

What are the fingerboard inlays?

The rosewood fingerboard features Schecter’s distinctive Platinum Bat inlays, one of the defining visual features of the Damien Platinum series.

Does it have a fixed bridge?

Yes. The Tune-O-Matic bridge is paired with string-through-body construction, providing a straightforward and stable setup without a tremolo system.

What tuners does it use?

The guitar is equipped with Grover machine heads, providing precise and dependable tuning adjustment.

What scale length does it use?

The Damien Platinum-6 has a 25.5" scale length, giving it familiar string tension and a responsive feel particularly well suited to modern rock and metal playing.

Is a hardcase included?

No. The compatible Schecter SGR-1C C-Shape Hardcase, model 1620, is sold separately.

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