Schecter C-6 Plus Electric Guitar, Electric Magenta

Quick Product Summary

The Schecter C-6 Plus in Electric Magenta combines modern Schecter playability, powerful dual-humbucker tones and an eye-catching figured appearance at an accessible price point. Its basswood body features a quilted maple image top beneath the vivid Electric Magenta finish, giving the guitar a much more distinctive look than a conventional solid-colour instrument.

Twin Schecter Diamond Plus humbuckers provide plenty of output for rock, alternative and heavier styles, while the Thin "C" maple neck, 24 X-Jumbo frets and 14" rosewood fingerboard radius create a comfortable modern playing platform. A fixed Tune-O-Matic bridge with string-through-body construction keeps the setup straightforward, making the C-6 Plus an excellent choice for developing guitarists and experienced players looking for an affordable, dependable instrument.

At A Glance

Feature	Details
Brand	Schecter
Model	C-6 Plus
Model Number	445
Finish	Electric Magenta
Type	Solid Body Electric Guitar
Condition	New
Body	Basswood
Top	Quilted Maple Image
Scale Length	25.5"
Pickups	2 x Schecter Diamond Plus Humbuckers
Main Appeal	Modern Schecter playability with striking styling and straightforward controls
Best For	Rock, hard rock, alternative, metal and general-purpose electric guitar playing

What’s Included?

• Schecter C-6 Plus Electric Guitar

• Electric Magenta finish

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

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

What Makes the Schecter C-6 Plus Special?

The C-6 Plus takes the accessible C-6 platform and gives it a more distinctive visual treatment. Its quilted maple image top creates an attractive figured appearance beneath the Electric Magenta finish, while chrome hardware provides a clean contrast. The bolt-on maple Thin "C" neck, rosewood fingerboard, 14" radius and 24 X-Jumbo frets deliver the streamlined playing feel that makes Schecter guitars particularly appealing to modern rock players.

Its twin Diamond Plus humbuckers keep the electronics simple and effective. A master volume, master tone and three-way pickup selector provide immediate access to a warmer neck sound, a more focused bridge tone or both pickups together. Combined with the fixed string-through Tune-O-Matic bridge, the result is a practical guitar that is easy to understand while still offering enough tonal range for a variety of musical styles.

Who Is It For?

The Schecter C-6 Plus is an excellent option for players looking for an affordable modern electric guitar with a fast-playing feel and versatile humbucker tones.

It is particularly well suited to:

• Beginner and developing guitarists

• Rock and hard-rock players

• Alternative musicians

• Metal guitarists

• Rhythm and lead players

• Home-recording musicians

• Players who prefer a fixed bridge

• Guitarists wanting 24-fret access

• Musicians looking for a distinctive Electric Magenta finish

• More experienced players wanting an affordable backup or alternative guitar

Why Choose A Dual-Humbucker Fixed-Bridge Guitar?

A dual-humbucker configuration is a versatile choice for players who favour full-bodied sounds and frequently use overdrive or distortion. Humbuckers naturally reduce much of the unwanted electrical hum associated with traditional single coils while producing a thicker response that works particularly well for rock and heavier styles.

A fixed bridge also keeps everyday ownership straightforward. With no floating tremolo system to balance, restringing and routine setup changes are simpler, making the C-6 Plus particularly appealing to developing players or anyone who values stability and ease of maintenance.

Technical Specifications

General

• Model: Schecter C-6 Plus

• Model Number: 445

• Finish: Electric Magenta

• Orientation: Right-Handed

• Hardware Colour: Chrome

Body

• Body Material: Basswood

• Top: Quilted Maple Image

• Construction: Bolt-On

• Top Contour: Flat Top with Bevel Edge

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

Neck & Fingerboard

• Neck Material: Maple

• Fingerboard Material: Rosewood

• Neck Profile: Thin "C"

• Scale Length: 25.5" / 648mm

• Fingerboard Radius: 14" / 355mm

• Frets: 24 X-Jumbo

• Inlays: 4mm Dots

• Nut: Graphite

• Nut Width: 42mm / 1.653"

• Neck Thickness at 1st Fret: .787" / 20mm

• Neck Thickness at 12th Fret: .866" / 22mm

• Truss Rod: 2-Way Adjustable

• Tuners: Schecter

Electronics

• Pickup Configuration: HH

• Bridge Pickup: Schecter Diamond Plus Humbucker

• Neck Pickup: Schecter Diamond Plus Humbucker

• Controls: Master Volume, Master Tone

• Pickup Selector: 3-Way Switch

• Pickup Type: Passive

Hardware

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

• Tuners: Schecter

• Hardware Finish: Chrome

• Control Knobs: Metal Knurled with Set Screw

Factory Strings

• Strings: Ernie Ball Regular Slinky #2221

• Gauge: .010–.046

FAQs

What pickups are fitted to the Schecter C-6 Plus?

The C-6 Plus features two Schecter Diamond Plus humbuckers, providing a full and powerful sound suitable for clean, overdriven and high-gain playing.

Are the pickups active?

No. The Diamond Plus pickups are passive humbuckers, so the guitar does not require a battery.

What is the body made from?

The guitar uses a basswood body with a quilted maple image top.

Is the top real quilted maple?

The Electric Magenta C-6 Plus uses a quilted maple image top, designed to give the guitar the visual character of figured maple while keeping the model accessible.

What is the neck made from?

It features a bolt-on maple neck with Schecter's Thin "C" profile.

What fingerboard does it have?

The C-6 Plus uses a rosewood fingerboard with a 14" radius.

How many frets does it have?

It features 24 X-Jumbo frets, providing a full two-octave range on each string.

What is the scale length?

The guitar uses a 25.5-inch scale length, providing a familiar and responsive playing feel with good string definition.

Does it have a Floyd Rose?

No. The C-6 Plus uses a fixed Tune-O-Matic bridge with string-through-body construction.

Is the fixed bridge suitable for beginners?

Yes. A fixed bridge makes restringing and routine adjustment relatively straightforward, making the C-6 Plus a particularly approachable guitar for developing players.

Is the Schecter C-6 Plus suitable for metal?

Yes. Its Diamond Plus humbuckers, Thin "C" neck and 24-fret layout make it very capable for rock, hard rock and metal, particularly when paired with a suitable high-gain amplifier.

Can it produce clean tones?

Yes. Although the humbuckers are well suited to driven sounds, the neck pickup in particular can produce warm and full clean tones.

Is this a good first electric guitar?

Yes. The straightforward controls, fixed bridge and comfortable neck make the C-6 Plus a strong first serious electric guitar, while its specification gives a developing player plenty of room to progress.

What makes the Electric Magenta version distinctive?

Its vivid Electric Magenta finish and figured quilted maple image top give this C-6 Plus a particularly bold appearance, complemented by contrasting chrome hardware.

Does it come with a hard case?

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

Why Buy From Fair Deal Music?

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• Expert advice from knowledgeable musicians

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• Competitive prices on leading music brands

• Secure UK-wide delivery

• Flexible finance options, subject to status

• Friendly support before and after purchase

• Trusted independent UK music retailer established in 1987

• Large Birmingham showroom for customers who prefer to shop in person

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