Schecter Retro PT Electric Guitar, Gloss Black

Quick Product Summary

The Schecter Retro PT in Gloss Black combines timeless single-cut styling with the performance-focused specification that has made Schecter a favourite among modern players. Its alder body, bolt-on maple neck and maple fingerboard deliver a lively, responsive feel, while the sleek Gloss Black finish, contrasting binding and black hardware give the guitar a distinctive retro-meets-modern appearance.

Twin Schecter Diamond SuperRock-II humbuckers provide plenty of body and output for rock and driven tones, while a push-pull coil split opens up brighter, more articulate sounds when required. With a comfortable Thin "C" neck, 22 X-Jumbo frets, Grover tuners and a PT-H string-through bridge, the Retro PT is a versatile choice for everything from clean rhythm work and blues through to alternative and hard rock.

At A Glance

Feature	Details
Brand	Schecter
Model	Retro PT
Finish	Gloss Black
Type	Solid Body Electric Guitar
Condition	New
Body	Alder
Neck / Fingerboard	Maple / Maple
Scale Length	25.5"
Pickups	2 x Schecter Diamond SuperRock-II Humbuckers
Main Appeal	Classic PT styling with modern humbucker versatility
Best For	Rock, blues, indie, alternative, classic rock and general-purpose playing

What’s Included?

• Schecter Retro PT Electric Guitar

• Gloss Black finish

• Factory-fitted strings

A compatible Schecter SGR Universal Guitar hard case is available separately and is not supplied as standard.

What Makes the Schecter Retro PT Special?

The Retro PT takes the familiar simplicity of a traditional single-cut electric guitar and gives it a distinctly Schecter character. An alder body and bolt-on maple neck provide a responsive foundation, while the maple fingerboard, 14" radius, 22 X-Jumbo frets and Thin "C" neck profile offer a noticeably more contemporary playing feel than many vintage-inspired designs. The Gloss Black finish, crème binding and matching black hardware give it a clean, understated appearance that works across a wide range of musical settings.

Its Diamond SuperRock-II humbuckers provide significantly more power and fullness than a conventional pair of single coils, making the Retro PT equally comfortable with clean amplifiers and substantial distortion. The push-pull tone control allows the humbuckers to be coil split for brighter sounds, giving the guitar greater versatility without adding unnecessary controls.

Who Is It For?

The Schecter Retro PT is particularly well suited to players who appreciate classic single-cut styling but want modern playability and the additional power of dual humbuckers.

It is an excellent choice for:

• Rock and classic-rock guitarists

• Blues players

• Indie and alternative musicians

• Rhythm and lead guitarists

• Players who want humbucker and split-coil sounds from one guitar

• Guitarists who prefer a 25.5" scale

• Players who favour a fixed bridge

• Intermediate and experienced musicians

• Gigging and recording guitarists

• Anyone looking for a distinctive alternative to a traditional T-style instrument

Why Choose A Coil-Splittable Dual-Humbucker Guitar?

Dual humbuckers provide a fuller, more powerful sound than traditional single coils while also helping reduce unwanted electrical hum. This makes them particularly effective for overdrive, distortion and sustained lead tones, but they can also produce warm and substantial clean sounds.

The push-pull coil split on the Retro PT adds another dimension. Splitting the humbuckers produces a leaner and brighter response, making it easier to move between thick rock tones and more articulate rhythm sounds without changing guitars. For players covering several styles in one set, this added flexibility can be particularly useful.

Technical Specifications

General

• Model: Schecter Retro PT

• Finish: Gloss Black

• Orientation: Right-Handed

• Hardware Colour: Black

Body

• Body Material: Alder

• Construction: Bolt-On

• Top Contour: Flat Top

• Binding: Crème

• Bridge: Schecter PT-H

• Stringing: String-Through Body

Neck & Fingerboard

• Neck Material: Maple

• Fingerboard Material: Maple

• Neck Profile: Thin "C"

• Scale Length: 25.5" / 648mm

• Fingerboard Radius: 14" / 355mm

• Frets: 22 X-Jumbo

• Inlays: Dots

• Nut: Graph Tech XL Black TUSQ

• Nut Width: 42mm / 1.653"

• Tuners: Grover

Electronics

• Pickup Configuration: HH

• Bridge Pickup: Schecter Diamond SuperRock-II Humbucker

• Neck Pickup: Schecter Diamond SuperRock-II Humbucker

• Controls: Master Volume, Master Tone with Push-Pull Coil Split

• Pickup Selector: 3-Way Switch

• Pickup Type: Passive

Hardware

• Bridge: Schecter PT-H

• Tuners: Grover

• Hardware Finish: Black

• Stringing: Through-Body

FAQs

What pickups are fitted to the Schecter Retro PT?

The Retro PT features two Schecter Diamond SuperRock-II humbuckers, providing a full and powerful sound suitable for everything from clean playing to heavily driven rock tones.

Can the pickups be coil split?

Yes. The push-pull tone control provides coil-splitting functionality, allowing brighter and leaner sounds alongside the standard humbucker tones.

What is the body made from?

The Retro PT uses an alder body, a popular choice for electric guitars thanks to its balanced response and versatility.

What is the neck made from?

It features a bolt-on maple neck with a maple fingerboard.

What neck profile does it have?

Schecter uses its comfortable Thin "C" neck profile, giving the Retro PT a more streamlined modern feel than many traditionally styled single-cut guitars.

How many frets does it have?

The guitar has 22 X-Jumbo frets, providing a substantial fret surface for bends, vibrato and lead playing.

What is the scale length?

The Retro PT uses a 25.5-inch scale length, providing a familiar, responsive string feel with plenty of definition.

Does it have a tremolo?

No. The Retro PT uses a fixed Schecter PT-H bridge with string-through-body construction.

What are the advantages of the fixed bridge?

A fixed bridge provides a straightforward setup and dependable tuning stability, making it particularly useful for players who do not require tremolo effects.

Does it have Grover tuners?

Yes. Grover machine heads are fitted as standard for smooth and dependable tuning adjustment.

Is the Schecter Retro PT suitable for rock?

Absolutely. The SuperRock-II humbuckers provide enough output and body for classic rock, hard rock and alternative styles, particularly when paired with an overdriven amplifier.

Can it produce cleaner or brighter tones?

Yes. Alongside its standard humbucker sounds, the coil-split function provides brighter textures that work particularly well for clean rhythm parts, indie, blues and lighter styles.

Is it suitable for gigging?

Yes. Its versatile electronics, fixed bridge, Grover tuners and straightforward control layout make the Retro PT a practical choice for regular rehearsals and live performance.

Does it come with a hard case?

No. A compatible Schecter SGR Universal Guitar hard case is available separately.

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