Schecter Sunset-6 Extreme Electric Guitar, Scarlet Burst

Quick Product Summary

The Schecter Sunset-6 Extreme in Scarlet Burst is a premium modern electric guitar built for players who value speed, precision and tonal versatility. Its Nyatoh body is topped with flamed maple beneath the striking Scarlet Burst finish, while a reinforced 5-piece maple and rosewood neck, ebony fingerboard and Ultra Thin "C" profile provide a fast, controlled playing experience.

A pair of Schecter USA humbuckers gives the Sunset-6 Extreme a particularly versatile voice. The Pasadena neck pickup delivers warmth and clarity, while the Sunset Strip bridge pickup provides greater attack and output for driven rhythm and lead work. With 24 stainless-steel X-Jumbo frets, Schecter locking tuners and a stable hardtail bridge, this is a highly capable guitar for progressive, rock, metal and technically demanding styles.

At A Glance

Feature	Details
Brand	Schecter
Model	Sunset-6 Extreme
Model Number	2571
Finish	Scarlet Burst
Type	6-String Electric Guitar
Condition	New
Construction	Bolt-On with Ultra Access
Body	Nyatoh with Flamed Maple Top
Fingerboard	Ebony
Pickups	Schecter USA Pasadena / Sunset Strip
Main Appeal	Premium modern playability with versatile USA-made pickups
Best For	Rock, metal, progressive, fusion and technical guitar playing

What’s Included?

• Schecter Sunset-6 Extreme Electric Guitar

• Scarlet Burst finish

• Factory-fitted Ernie Ball .010–.046 strings

A compatible Schecter SGR-1C C-Shape Hardcase is available separately and is not supplied as standard.

What Makes the Schecter Sunset-6 Extreme Special?

The Sunset-6 Extreme combines a relatively understated body design with specifications aimed firmly at demanding modern players. Its flamed maple top over a Nyatoh body gives the Scarlet Burst finish excellent visual depth, while the 5-piece maple and rosewood neck incorporates Ultra Access construction for comfortable reach into the highest register. An ebony fingerboard, flat 16" radius and 24 X-Jumbo stainless-steel frets make bends, fast runs and technical lead playing feel particularly fluid.

The pickup pairing is another major attraction. A Schecter USA Pasadena humbucker in the neck offers an expressive, articulate response, while the Schecter USA Sunset Strip at the bridge brings additional power and definition for rock and higher-gain sounds. Five-way switching broadens the tonal palette beyond a conventional two-humbucker setup, making the Sunset-6 Extreme equally useful for clean passages, rhythm work and saturated lead tones.

Who Is It For?

The Schecter Sunset-6 Extreme is an excellent choice for guitarists who want modern performance specifications without an excessively aggressive or unconventional body design.

It is particularly suited to:

• Progressive and technical guitarists

• Rock and hard-rock players

• Modern-metal guitarists

• Fusion musicians

• Rhythm and lead players

• Guitarists who use high-gain amplification

• Players who prefer an Ultra Thin neck

• Musicians who value stainless-steel frets

• Studio and session guitarists

• Gigging players wanting locking tuners

• Intermediate, advanced and professional musicians

Why Choose A Modern Dual-Humbucker Guitar?

A dual-humbucker guitar provides the power, body and noise resistance required for everything from full clean tones to heavily saturated distortion. Humbuckers are especially useful for rock and heavier styles because they retain substance as amplifier gain increases while helping reduce the unwanted hum associated with traditional single-coil pickups.

The Sunset-6 Extreme adds greater flexibility through its five-way switching system and two contrasting Schecter USA pickups. This gives the player access to a wider range of usable textures than a simple three-way dual-humbucker setup while preserving the clarity and power expected from a modern performance guitar.

Technical Specifications

General

• Model: Schecter Sunset-6 Extreme

• Model Number: 2571

• Finish: Scarlet Burst

• Orientation: Right-Handed

• Hardware Colour: Black

Body

• Body Material: Nyatoh

• Top Material: Flamed Maple

• Construction: Bolt-On with Ultra Access

• Top Contour: Flat Top with Bevel

• Bridge: Schecter Diamond Hardtail Plus

Neck & Fingerboard

• Neck Material: 5-Piece Maple/Rosewood

• Fingerboard Material: Ebony

• Neck Profile: Ultra Thin "C"

• Scale Length: 25.5" / 648mm

• Fingerboard Radius: 16"

• Frets: 24 X-Jumbo Stainless Steel

• Inlays: Offset Metal Rings

• Nut: Graph Tech XL Black TUSQ

• Nut Width: 42mm

• Neck Thickness at 1st Fret: 19mm

• Neck Thickness at 12th Fret: 20mm

• Truss Rod: Spoke Wheel

• Tuners: Schecter Locking

Electronics

• Pickup Configuration: HH

• Bridge Pickup: Schecter USA Sunset Strip

• Neck Pickup: Schecter USA Pasadena

• Controls: Master Volume

• Pickup Selector: 5-Way Switch

• Pickup Type: Passive

Hardware

• Bridge: Schecter Diamond Hardtail Plus

• Tuners: Schecter Locking

• Hardware Finish: Black

• Control Knob: Metal Dome

Factory Strings

• Strings: Ernie Ball Regular Slinky #2221

• Gauge: .010–.046

FAQs

What does SCB mean on the Schecter Sunset-6 Extreme?

SCB refers to Scarlet Burst, the red burst finish used on this version of the Sunset-6 Extreme.

What pickups are fitted?

The guitar uses two Schecter USA humbuckers: a Pasadena in the neck position and a Sunset Strip at the bridge.

Are the pickups active?

No. Both pickups are passive, so no battery is required.

What is the neck profile?

The Sunset-6 Extreme uses Schecter's Ultra Thin "C" profile, making it particularly well suited to fast and technical playing.

Does it have stainless-steel frets?

Yes. The guitar features 24 X-Jumbo stainless-steel frets, providing excellent wear resistance and a smooth surface for bends and vibrato.

What is the fingerboard made from?

It has an ebony fingerboard with a relatively flat 16" radius.

What is the body made from?

The Sunset-6 Extreme combines a Nyatoh body with a flamed maple top, with the figured maple adding visual depth beneath the Scarlet Burst finish.

What is the scale length?

It uses a 25.5-inch scale, giving the guitar a familiar string response with plenty of definition for rhythm and lead playing.

Does it have locking tuners?

Yes. Schecter locking tuners are fitted as standard, making string changes quicker while providing secure string retention.

Is it suitable for metal?

Yes. Its Ultra Thin neck, stainless-steel frets, fixed bridge and powerful Sunset Strip bridge pickup make it particularly capable for modern metal and high-gain playing.

Can it handle styles other than metal?

Absolutely. The Pasadena neck pickup and five-way switching provide enough tonal flexibility for rock, progressive music, fusion, clean playing and expressive lead work.

Does it have a tremolo?

No. The Sunset-6 Extreme uses a Schecter Diamond Hardtail Plus fixed bridge, making it ideal for players who prioritise tuning stability and straightforward setup.

What is the benefit of the Ultra Access neck joint?

The Ultra Access bolt-on construction reduces obstruction around the heel of the neck, making the upper frets easier and more comfortable to reach.

Is this the same specification as the Grey Ghost model?

The Scarlet Burst and Grey Ghost versions share the same core Sunset-6 Extreme design and performance specification, with the most obvious difference being the finish.

Does it come with a hard case?

No. The compatible Schecter SGR-1C C-Shape Hardcase is available separately.

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