The Schecter PT Standard in Black is a muscular T-style electric guitar that combines classic single-cut styling with a much more powerful dual-humbucker setup and modern Schecter playability.

Built with an alder body, bolt-on maple neck and maple fingerboard, the PT Standard keeps the familiar snap and immediacy associated with traditional T-style guitars while adding a pair of powerful SuperRock-style humbuckers for a thicker, more aggressive response.

This particular example has also been fitted with an added phase switch, expanding the available tonal range with a thinner, more hollow out-of-phase sound when engaged in the relevant pickup combination.

This Pre-Owned example is in Good condition, weighs an actual 8.2 lbs, and is supplied without a case.

AT A GLANCE

Detail	Specification
Brand	Schecter
Model	PT Standard
Finish	Black
Body	Alder
Fingerboard	Maple
Pickups	Dual Humbuckers
Modification	Added Phase Switch
Weight	8.2 lbs
Condition	Good / Pre-Owned
Case	Not Included

PRE-OWNED CONDITION REPORT

This is a Pre-Owned Schecter PT Standard in Good condition.

The Good condition grade reflects an instrument with noticeable signs of previous use while remaining fully functional and ready to play.

This example has been modified with an added phase switch. This is not part of the original factory specification and should be considered an aftermarket modification.

This individual guitar weighs 8.2 lbs.

No case is included.

ADDED PHASE SWITCH

This guitar has been fitted with an additional phase switch.

When used with both pickups selected, an out-of-phase setting can produce a noticeably thinner, sharper and more hollow sound than the conventional in-phase pickup combination.

This can be especially useful for funkier rhythm parts, cutting clean tones, layered studio work and unusual lead sounds.

The phase switch is an aftermarket modification rather than part of the standard PT factory specification.

KEY FEATURES

• Schecter PT Standard

• Black finish

• T-style solid body design

• Alder body

• Bolt-on maple neck

• Maple fingerboard

• Thin “C” neck profile

• 25.5" scale length

• 22 X-Jumbo frets

• Dual SuperRock-style humbuckers

• Passive electronics

• 3-way pickup selector

• Volume control

• Tone control

• Coil-tap capability

• Added phase switch

• String-through-body bridge

• Grover-style tuners

• Black hardware

• Actual measured weight of 8.2 lbs

• Good Pre-Owned condition

• No case included

WHY YOU’LL LOVE IT

The PT Standard gives you familiar T-style ergonomics without restricting the guitar to traditional Telecaster tones.

The dual humbuckers provide substantially more output, thickness and midrange than a typical single-coil T-style guitar, making it equally comfortable with overdrive and heavier gain.

The added phase switch makes this individual example even more flexible by adding a distinctive filtered pickup sound that is not available on the standard factory model.

DETAILED FEATURES & BENEFITS

Classic PT Body Shape

The PT uses Schecter’s interpretation of the classic T-style single-cutaway body.

It offers familiar ergonomics while retaining Schecter’s more modern visual identity.

Alder Body

The alder body provides a balanced tonal foundation with clear mids and plenty of attack.

This works particularly well with the powerful humbucker pickup set.

Black Finish

The gloss Black finish gives the guitar a clean, understated appearance and works especially well with the black hardware.

Bolt-On Maple Neck

The bolt-on maple neck contributes to the direct attack and immediate feel associated with this style of guitar.

Thin “C” Profile

Schecter’s Thin “C” profile gives the neck a fast and comfortable feel.

It is well suited to players who prefer a slimmer modern neck rather than a chunky vintage profile.

Maple Fingerboard

The maple fingerboard adds visual brightness and contributes to the guitar’s crisp, immediate playing feel.

25.5" Scale Length

The traditional 25.5" scale length provides good string tension, clear articulation and strong definition.

22 X-Jumbo Frets

The guitar uses 22 X-Jumbo frets, making bends and lead work feel easy under the fingers.

Dual Humbuckers

The PT Standard uses a pair of high-output humbuckers.

These provide a thicker and more powerful response than traditional Telecaster single coils.

Neck Pickup

The neck humbucker provides the warmer and smoother voice of the two pickups.

It works well for clean rhythm, blues and fuller lead sounds.

Bridge Pickup

The bridge humbucker provides additional attack and output, making it particularly effective for rock and higher-gain sounds.

Coil-Tap Capability

Period PT Standard models are associated with tapped SuperRock-style humbuckers, allowing brighter single-coil-style sounds in addition to the full humbucker response.

Added Phase Switch

The added phase switch gives this particular guitar a further tonal option beyond the standard factory wiring.

It is especially useful when both pickups are selected.

String-Through Bridge

The PT-style hardtail bridge uses a string-through-body arrangement, providing secure anchoring and strong sustain.

8.2 lbs Actual Weight

This individual guitar weighs 8.2 lbs, giving it a solid but manageable feel.

WHO IS IT FOR?

The Schecter PT Standard is particularly well suited to rock, hard rock, alternative, indie and modern blues players who like the feel of a T-style guitar but want the additional power of humbuckers.

This modified example should also appeal to players who enjoy non-standard wiring options and more unusual pickup combinations.

PLAYING STYLES & APPLICATIONS

The PT Standard works particularly well for:

• Rock

• Hard rock

• Alternative

• Indie

• Blues

• Punk

• Modern country

• Rhythm guitar

• Lead guitar

• Clean and driven studio work

The phase switch adds further usefulness for more unusual clean and layered tones.

HOW IT COMPARES

PT Standard vs Traditional Telecaster

A traditional Telecaster normally uses two single-coil pickups.

The PT Standard uses dual humbuckers, giving it a thicker and more powerful sound.

Humbuckers vs Single Coils

Humbuckers generally provide more output, fuller mids and lower electrical noise.

The PT compensates for some of the lost brightness by offering coil-tap functionality.

Standard PT vs This Modified Example

The standard guitar uses conventional pickup switching.

This example adds a phase switch, giving it an additional hollow and cutting sound when the pickups are combined.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

Specification	Details
Product Type	Solid Body Electric Guitar
Brand	Schecter
Model	PT Standard
Finish	Black
Body Shape	PT / T-Style
Body Material	Alder
Neck Construction	Bolt-On
Neck Material	Maple
Neck Profile	Thin “C”
Fingerboard	Maple
Scale Length	25.5" / 648mm
Frets	22 X-Jumbo
Pickup Configuration	HH
Pickups	Dual SuperRock-Style Humbuckers
Electronics	Passive
Standard Controls	Volume, Tone, 3-Way Selector
Coil Tap	Yes
Modification	Added Phase Switch
Bridge	PT Hardtail / String-Through
Tuners	Grover-Style
Hardware	Black
Weight	8.2 lbs
Case	Not Included
Condition	Good / Pre-Owned

POWER REQUIREMENTS

None.

The Schecter PT Standard uses passive electronics and requires no battery or external power supply.

FAIR DEAL MUSIC EXPERT VERDICT ★★★★★

Best suited for: Players wanting classic T-style ergonomics with substantially more output and tonal flexibility than a conventional Telecaster.

Customers usually upgrade from: Standard T-style guitars, entry-level dual-humbucker electrics and basic Schecter Diamond Series models.

Most commonly paired with: Valve amplifiers, overdrive, distortion, boost, delay and reverb.

Our tip: Use the standard pickup settings for the core tones, then bring in the added phase switch when you want a thinner, more cutting sound that sits differently in a mix.

Showroom feedback: The PT Standard is already a versatile guitar thanks to its humbuckers and coil-tap options. The added phase switch gives this particular example even more range without changing the familiar T-style playing feel.

WHY BUY PRE-OWNED FROM FAIR DEAL MUSIC?

Buying a Pre-Owned Schecter PT Standard can provide excellent value for players looking for a solid, versatile T-style guitar with more power than a conventional Telecaster.

This example is in Good condition, weighs 8.2 lbs, features an added phase switch, and is supplied without a case.

Fair Deal Music has decades of experience buying, selling and part-exchanging Schecter and Pre-Owned guitars.

WHY BUY FROM FAIR DEAL MUSIC?

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• Part-exchange and trade-in service

• Request a Video Demo option

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Contact our team for a no-obligation valuation.

PART EXCHANGE / TRADE-IN

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Trading in can remove the inconvenience of selling privately while allowing the value of your existing equipment to go directly towards your next instrument.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Is this Schecter PT Standard used?

Yes. This is a Pre-Owned Schecter PT Standard in Good condition.

What finish does it have?

It has a Black finish.

What is the body made from?

This generation uses an alder body.

What is the neck made from?

Maple.

What fingerboard does it have?

It has a maple fingerboard.

What is the neck profile?

It uses Schecter’s Thin “C” profile.

What is the scale length?

It uses a 25.5" scale length.

How many frets does it have?

It has 22 X-Jumbo frets.

What pickups does it have?

It uses two SuperRock-style humbuckers.

Are the pickups passive?

Yes.

Can the pickups be coil tapped?

Yes. This PT Standard generation uses tapped humbuckers for brighter single-coil-style sounds.

Has the guitar been modified?

Yes. An additional phase switch has been fitted.

Is the phase switch factory original?

No. The phase switch is an aftermarket modification.

What does the phase switch do?

When used with both pickups, it changes their phase relationship and produces a thinner, more hollow and cutting sound.

Does it require a battery?

No.

What bridge does it use?

It uses a hardtail string-through-body PT-style bridge.

How much does it weigh?

This individual guitar weighs 8.2 lbs.

What condition is it in?

It is in Good condition.

Does it come with a case?

No. No case is included.

Is it suitable for rock?

Yes. The dual humbuckers make it particularly well suited to rock and driven tones.

Can it still produce brighter sounds?

Yes. The coil-tap functionality gives it brighter tones, while the added phase switch provides another more cutting option.

Can I request a video demo?

Yes. A video demo is particularly useful for hearing the standard, coil-tapped and phase-switched sounds.

Can I part-exchange another guitar against it?

Yes. Fair Deal Music considers guitars and a wide range of other musical equipment for part exchange.