Ignite your metal Passion: Schecter’s red Dawn Series Redefines Heavy Riffs
Schecter has boldly entered the realm of heavy metal with it’s Red Dawn series, a lineup of high-performance guitars designed for the riff-loving guitarist.With striking aesthetics and powerful tones, these instruments are crafted too captivate and dominate the stage.
Five models, One Fierce Identity
The Red Dawn series features five distinct models, each offering unique variations on a theme centered around sleek, fast-playing S-style guitars. Adorned in ominous black finishes with fierce blood-red accents, these guitars are designed to make a statement.
Traditional Six-String Options and a Baritone Beast
For those who prefer classic six-string configurations, the series includes three formidable options, including a 27” scale baritone model that can be tuned to earth-shattering lows. However, the absence of an eight-string variant, despite their rising popularity in the metal community, is a notable oversight.
Built for Serious Players
These guitars are not mere tokens for a growing market; they boast impressive specifications and competitive pricing.Schecter has clearly done its homework, aiming to attract guitarists seeking a heavier sound in their riffs.
Premium Features for Enhanced Performance
Equipped with stainless steel frets, luminlay side dots, Schecter locking tuners, and Fishman’s acclaimed Fluence humbuckers, these guitars are built for performance. A variety of bridge options and scale lengths are available, although Floyd Rose enthusiasts may be disappointed, as Red Dawn guitars do not support dive bomb techniques.
Lightweight Design with Heavyweight sound
The guitars feature basswood bodies paired with ultra-thin, three-piece C-profile set necks, providing a sleek 19mm depth at the first fret and 20mm at the twelfth. Each model is topped with a 24-fret ebony fingerboard,offering a 16″ radius and striking red open-core ceramic pickups,complete with five-way switches and a push/pull volume knob for a minimalist yet lethal setup.
Expanding Tonal Possibilities
Despite their minimalist design, the push/pull functionality enhances the tonal versatility of the high-output pickups. While these guitars are designed for heavy distortion and powerful sound, Fishman pickups have proven their adaptability, making them favorites among artists like Tosin Abasi and Mick thomson.
Perfect for Djent and Thall Riffs
for those looking to explore djent or add icy thall riffs to their compositions, the two seven-string models offer fixed bridge options: a reliable evertune or a Tone Pros locking TOM with a string-thru-body design.
Easy Adjustments for Optimal Playability
The three six-string models are differentiated by their bridge types, with the 27″ baritone model featuring an EverTune bridge to facilitate low tunings. Players can easily make spoke-wheel truss rod adjustments for quick action, eliminating the hassle of screws and other distractions.
Craftsmanship and Aesthetic Appeal
Manufactured in Indonesia, these guitars also include Graph Tech XL nuts, sculpted neck heels, and strategically placed red accents that enhance their visual appeal.
The Ultimate Tool for creative Expression
“With its fierce aesthetics, sharp tone, and remarkable playability, this guitar is the ultimate tool for serious musicians looking to push their creative boundaries,” states Schecter.
Pricing and Availability
The Red Dawn series from Schecter starts at $1,199, with the seven-string EverTune model priced at $1,599. For more details, visit Schecter’s official website.
