The Amazon-exclusive Schecter Damien Special in Crimson Red is loaded with features usually not found at this price point. With a Black Pearloid flame inlay, black chrome hardware and EMG active pickups, this is a guitar that looks as great as it sounds. Features Grover ROTOMATICS® Tuners with 18:1 Gear Ratio (102-18 series) The original Rotomatic® with an improved higher ratio gearing. The 18:1 ratio provides for finer tuning and greater stability. The finer gears provide smoother tuning and a higher degree of backlash elimination. Rosewood Fingerboard Rosewood is naturally oily, and works well for any surface that sees frequent human contact. The sound is richer in fundamental than Maple because stray overtones are absorbed into the oily pores. EMG Active 81/85 Pickups One of the most popular EMG’s the 81 is the one that started a revolution. Utilizing powerful ceramic magnets and close aperture coils, the tone was designed with detailed intensity, incredible amounts of high end cut and fluid sustain. Traditionally used in the bridge position, this pickup will make your leads slice right through even the densest mix. When used in both neck and bridge positions the sound can only be described as blistering. Recommended pairings include the classic 81/85 setup. Maple Neck Maple has a uniform grain, it’s strong and stable, and it has less reaction from environmental changes than other hardwoods. Its tone is highly reflective, and focuses more energy onto the body wood. Maple transfers a bright tone to the body which complements the warm tones of a mahogany body. Tune-O-Matic Bridge