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Jackson Pro Plus XT Soloist SLAT HT6 Baritone vs Schecter Hellraiser Hybrid PT Specs Comparison
Jackson Pro Plus XT Soloist SLAT HT6 Baritone Schecter Hellraiser Hybrid PT
General
Brand: Jackson Schecter
Year: 2024 2015
Configuration: HH HH
Strings: 6 6
Made in: Indonesia South Korea
Series: Pro Plus Hellraiser Hybrid
Colors: Black Black, Purple
Left-Handed Version: No No
Body
Type: Solid Body Solid Body
Body Material: Nyatoh Mahogany
Bridge: Jackson HT6 String-Through-Body Hardtail Hipshot Hardtail (.125) w/ String Thru Body
Neck
Neck Joint: Neck-Through Set
Tuners: Jackson Sealed Die-Cast Locking Schecter Locking
Fretboard: Ebony Ebony
Neck Material: 3-piece Maple Maple 3-pc
Decoration: Black Sharkfin Offset/Reverse Dots
Scale Size: 27" 25.5"
Shape: Jackson Standard Ultra Thin C
Thickness: 1st Fret: 0.79'' (20.1mm) - 12th Fret: 0.85'' (21.6mm) 1st Fret: 0.748'' (19mm) - 12th Fret: 0.787'' (20mm)
Frets: 24 Jumbo Nickel Silver 24 XL Jumbo Nickel Silver
Fretboard Radius: 12" to 16" 12" to 16"
Nut: Ivory Tusq Black Tusq XL
Nut Width: 42.9mm (1.688'') 42mm (1.654'')
Electronics
Bridge Pickups: Seymour Duncan Nazgul (Humbucker / Passive) EMG 57 (Humbucker / Active)
Middle Pickup:
Neck Pickup: Seymour Duncan Sentient (Humbucker / Passive) EMG 66 (Humbucker / Active)
Switch: 3 Way 3 Way
Knobs: Speed Dome
Pickup Mods: Killswitch None
Volume Controls: 1 1
Tone Controls: 0 1
Hardware
Strap Lock: Yes No
Hardware Color: Black Black & Chrome
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Jackson Pro Plus XT Soloist SLAT HT6 Baritone and Schecter Hellraiser Hybrid PT pickups switch and push knobs diagram
Jackson Pro Plus XT Soloist SLAT HT6 Baritone and Schecter Hellraiser Hybrid PT's switch options

Reasons to Get
Jackson Pro Plus XT Soloist SLAT HT6 Baritone over Schecter Hellraiser Hybrid PT

Release Year
2024 vs 2015
From a more recent year
Neck Profile
Jackson Standard vs Ultra Thin C
Thin and flat neck for playing fast
Pickup Mods
Killswitch vs None
Cuts out the pickups instantly
Neck Joint
Neck-Through vs Set
Stronger neck and easier access to upper frets
Neck Thickness at 1st Fret
0.79'' (20.1mm) vs 0.748'' (19mm)
More comfortable open chords for big hands
Neck Thickness at 12th Fret
0.85'' (21.6mm) vs 0.787'' (20mm)
More comfortable at higher frets for big hands
Nut Width
1.688'' (42.9mm) vs 1.654'' (42mm)
Less likely to mute strings by accident and more space for fingerstyle
Luminescent Sidedots
Yes vs None
Assists you when playing in dark environments
Strap Lock
Yes vs None
Protects your guitar from dropping by locking the strap
Scale Length
27'' (685.8mm) vs 25.5'' (647.7mm)
Lower action and brighter natural tone
Pickups Power
Passive vs Active
Cleaner sound and no battery needed
Value Score
77 vs 74
Better price/quality relationship

Reasons to Get
Schecter Hellraiser Hybrid PT over Jackson Pro Plus XT Soloist SLAT HT6 Baritone

Frets Height
Taller vs Shorter
Easier to press down strings and bend them
Neck Profile
Ultra Thin C vs Jackson Standard
Comfortable neck that works for most people
Tone Knobs
1 vs 0
More tone control
Neck Thickness at 1st Fret
0.748'' (19mm) vs 0.79'' (20.1mm)
More comfortable open chords for small hands
Neck Thickness at 12th Fret
0.787'' (20mm) vs 0.85'' (21.6mm)
More comfortable at higher frets for small hands
Nut Width
1.654'' (42mm) vs 1.688'' (42.9mm)
Favors small hands, easier bar chords and other shapes
Scale Length
25.5'' (647.7mm) vs 27'' (685.8mm)
Easier bending, shorter fret separation and warmer natural tone
Pickups Power
Active vs Passive
More output

Other Key Differences
Jackson Pro Plus XT Soloist SLAT HT6 Baritone vs Schecter Hellraiser Hybrid PT

Bridge Pickup
Seymour Duncan Nazgul vs EMG 57
Different Bridge Pickup
Neck Pickup
Seymour Duncan Sentient vs EMG 66
Different Neck Pickup
Body Wood
Nyatoh vs Mahogany
Different Body Wood
Headstock
R6 vs 3-3
Different Headstock
Nut Material
Ivory Tusq vs Black Tusq XL
Different Nut Material

Shared Features
Jackson Pro Plus XT Soloist SLAT HT6 Baritone vs Schecter Hellraiser Hybrid PT

Neck Wood
Maple
Same Neck Wood
Fretboard Wood
Ebony
Same Fretboard Wood
Strings
6
Same playing style
Body Type
Solid Body
Feedback free
Switch Positions
3
Same pickups versatility
Volume Knobs
1
Same volume control
Pickups
HH
High output without hum
Number of Frets
24
Same maximum octave
Paint Finish
Poly
Resistant paint that ages well
Bridge
Fixed
Good sustain and needs no set-up
Compound Radius
12" to 16"
Balanced playability for chords and single-notes
Type of Frets
Jumbo vs XL Jumbo
You won't feel the fretboard when pressing down the strings

Common Strengths

  • Locking Tuners
  • High-Quality Nut
  • Compound Radius Fretboard
  • Top Pickup Brand
  • Expensive Wood

Common Weaknesses

  • Weight Relief
  • Stays in Tune (Evertune)
  • High-Quality Frets
  • From a High-Quality-Standards Country
  • 21:1 Tuner Ratio
  • Active/Passive Preamp

Price History Comparison

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Hand Size Comfortability

And after taking into account the scale length, nut width, neck profile and fretboard radius, we can conclude that the Jackson Pro Plus XT Soloist SLAT HT6 Baritone favors large hands more than the Schecter Hellraiser Hybrid PT. But it's still more comfortable for people with small hands, as you can see in the score meter below.

Jackson Pro Plus XT Soloist SLAT HT6 Baritone:
Big Hands
Small Hands
Schecter Hellraiser Hybrid PT:
Big Hands
Small Hands

Beginner Friendliness

The Schecter Hellraiser Hybrid PT meets 7 out of our 8 criteria items for beginner friendliness, while the Jackson Pro Plus XT Soloist SLAT HT6 Baritone meets only 6. This takes into account the type of frets, scale length, nut width, bridge type, fretboard radius, and neck profile to determine the easiest combination for new players.

New Player Friendliness

Jackson Pro Plus XT Soloist SLAT HT6 Baritone
  • Comfortable shape
  • Easy-to-use bridge
  • Locking tuners
  • Comfortable fretboard
  • Tall frets
  • Comfortable neck
  • Narrow nut
  • Short scale

New Player Friendliness

Schecter Hellraiser Hybrid PT
  • Comfortable shape
  • Easy-to-use bridge
  • Locking tuners
  • Comfortable fretboard
  • Tall frets
  • Narrow nut
  • Comfortable neck
  • Short scale

Sound Quality Comparison

The wood used in an electric guitar or bass is not as important to determine the final tone. However, some people prefer specific wood types, so we'll take a look at those first. Then, we'll take a look at the electronics to determine the versatility and sound quality of each instrument.

Woods Used in Both

Maple wood pattern used for guitar building
Maple
Ebony wood pattern used for guitar building
Ebony

Maple is one of the most popular necks for good reasons. It is a strong wood that is relatively cheap to make and looks beautiful. The highest quality maple is the hardest that comes from North America. Find out more about Maple.

Ebony is a high-end wood, so it is not cheap. It's only used for fretboards because it's also very heavy. It does an excellent job as a durable material while looking elegant. Find out more about Ebony.

Woods Used in the Jackson Pro Plus XT Soloist SLAT HT6 Baritone

Nyatoh wood pattern used for guitar building
Nyatoh

Nyatoh has been replacing Mahogany for guitar building. It's fairly hard, durable, more sustentable and common than Mahogany. Find out more about Nyatoh.

Woods Used in the Schecter Hellraiser Hybrid PT

Mahogany wood pattern used for guitar building
Mahogany

Mahogany is a fairly rare wood nowadays. It's used mostly for bodies due to its relatively lightweight. Gibson popularized it with their Les Paul guitars during their golden years, so this wood has a lot of good reputation behind it. The most expensive type comes from South America and it's still used by Gibson even today. Find out more about Mahogany.

Winner: Schecter Hellraiser Hybrid PT.

Pickup Configuration

Both pickup configurations are HH. Double Humbucker (HH) is the choice for people who want a fuller, more round sound with tons of mids and lows. Humbuckers also get rid of the hum noise that plague single-coil pickups. They can work out for almost any genre going from Djent to even Jazz.

Pickups Quality

Both come with very good pickups from at least one of the specialized brands in the market. With pickups like these, you probably won't need an upgrade anytime soon.

You can purchase similar pickups to the Jackson Pro Plus XT Soloist SLAT HT6 Baritone's and use them on any guitar:

We found the same or similar pickups to the Schecter Hellraiser Hybrid PT's online:

The Jackson Pro Plus XT Soloist SLAT HT6 Baritone's pickups are Passive while the Schecter Hellraiser Hybrid PT's are Active.

Passive pickups are what most guitars use. These have a normal output that works well for most genres. However, Active pickups are the preferred choice of heavy metal players because they offer extra output thanks to their 9v battery, which results in a heavier, more distorted sound. Bear in mind that achieving a completely clean tone with them won't be easy. So if you want to also use clean tones, you might want to avoid Active pickups.

Winner: Tie.

Versatility Comparison

Some instruments offer you more ways to explore your creativity than others. Below you'll find how both compare when it comes to versatility.

Switch Options

Both are equal when it comes to the pickup switching option.

Only the Jackson Pro Plus XT Soloist SLAT HT6 Baritone comes with some kind of pickup modification: Killswitch.

A Killswitch lets you disengage the pickups instantly. It can be useful when playing live, and it allows you to create some cool sound effects by using the switch rapidly.

When evaluating versatility, we also take into consideration bridge and neck joint type, number of frets, switch options, amount of pickups and more.

Winner: Jackson Pro Plus XT Soloist SLAT HT6 Baritone.

Final Sound Quality Scores

Jackson Pro Plus XT Soloist SLAT HT6 Baritone
Pickups 85
Sustain 85
Versatility 62
Tuning Stability 80
Sound 78
Schecter Hellraiser Hybrid PT
Pickups 85
Sustain 90
Versatility 49
Tuning Stability 80
Sound 76

Build Quality Comparison

When it comes to build quality, we like to take into account everything used to build the instrument. This includes materials, hardware and the quality control expected depending on the country where it was built. Let's see how the Jackson Pro Plus XT Soloist SLAT HT6 Baritone compares to the Schecter Hellraiser Hybrid PT.

Country of Origin

The manufacturing country can tell a lot about the build quality of an instrument. The Jackson Pro Plus XT Soloist SLAT HT6 Baritone is built in Indonesia while the Schecter Hellraiser Hybrid PT is made in South Korea.

Indonesia is becoming the most popular country for guitar building because they can make good instruments for a low price. Some people think that they're 'the new China' when it comes to build quality. But the truth is that Indonesian guitars are more consistent, although Chinese quality has improved a lot in the last few years.

South Korea was for many years the number one choice for mass-producing semi-premium guitars. They can build excellent guitars for a cheap price. Now, it's less common to find Korean guitars because Indonesia has proved capable of building guitars just as well, but likely for cheaper.

Winner: Tie

Nut Material

If you want your guitar to stay in tune and sound good, you need a well cut nut. Nut quality can be inconsistent even when comparing two copies of the same model. The best way to make sure you're nut will be well done is by getting a nut made by an expert company like TUSQ or Micarta.

The Jackson Pro Plus XT Soloist SLAT HT6 Baritone has a Ivory Tusq nut. Ivory used to be considered the best material for guitar nuts due to its beauty, durability, and the rich harmonics and sustain you could get from a guitar with it. However, the way to obtain it is simply unethical. Enter TUSQ ivory nuts, which are made synthetically to imitate ivory. Technically, it's better than ivory because it is consistent piece-to-piece, while natural materials can vary a lot, even if they're made from the same.

On the other hand, the Schecter Hellraiser Hybrid PT comes with a Black Tusq XL nut. TUSQ nuts are usually the highest quality you can get. Black TUSQs are made from a special slippery material that helps the strings get back to its original position (one of the keys to tune stability).

Winner: Tie.

Fret Material

Most fret wire is made of nickel silver. This material eventually wears down after a lot of use and most instruments end up needing a complete fret replacement. However, some expensive models come with stainless steel frets. This is what you should aim for if you can afford it.

Unfortunately, none of them come with stainless steel frets.

Winner: Tie.

Bridge

The perfect bridge for you will depend on your playstyle because they all have advantages and disadvantages. However, some bridges are more expensive—like Floyd Roses and Evertunes—and thus add more value to a guitar.

Both come with a similar bridge: Fixed. It's a simple bridge that is very beginner-friendly since it doesn't require any set-up. You can swap strings easily. It might also give more sustain since it doesn't have complex moving parts that make the strings lose vibration. However, it doesn't have the same versatility as a tremolo bridge.

Since we need to be objective, the most expensive type of bridge will be the winner of this section. In the end, this doesn't matter if you're not going to use the bridge for its original purpose, so choose the bridge that fits your playing style better.

Winner: Tie.

Tuners

They both have locking tuners. They'll help to keep your guitar in tune because they allow you to tune it without wrapping the strings around the posts. This avoids variations in the tuning due to the strings changing position at the post after a bend. They come at the disadvantage of being slightly heavier than regular tuners. Also, it makes it a lot easier to restring.

Winner: Tie.

Neck Joint

Contrary to popular belief, the difference in sustain and tone that some neck joints give to a guitar is simply unperceivable—if they're all well built. However, some of them do have advantages over the others.

The Jackson Pro Plus XT Soloist SLAT HT6 Baritone has a Neck-Through neck joint. This neck is a lot more resistant and lets builders give the neck joint a more comfortable shape for soloing at the upper frets. The disadvantage is that they're more expensive and that if you damage your neck, you can't simply replace it like with bolt-on necks.

On the other hand, the Schecter Hellraiser Hybrid PT comes with Set neck joint. This neck is tightly glued to the body. They give you the least versatility because you can't swap them for a neck that fits your hand better if you want to, unlike bolt-on necks. Some people think this gives more resonance and sustain, but there's no real difference if the bolt-on joint is well built.

Winner: Jackson Pro Plus XT Soloist SLAT HT6 Baritone.

Here is the list of features that were considered when choosing the winner in the Features subcategory:

Strengths & Weaknesses
Jackson Pro Plus XT Soloist SLAT HT6 Baritone
  • Locking Tuners
  • Expensive Wood
  • Ivory Tusq Nut
  • Top Brand Pickups
  • Neck-Through Build
  • Killswitch Pickups
  • Luminescent Inlay
  • Compound Radius Fretboard
  • Strap Lock
  • Cheap Fret Wire (NS)
  • Made in Indonesia
  • No Weight Relief
  • No Tremolo
  • No 21:1 Tuner Ratio
Strengths & Weaknesses
Schecter Hellraiser Hybrid PT
  • Locking Tuners
  • Expensive Wood
  • Black Tusq XL Nut
  • Top Brand Pickups
  • Compound Radius Fretboard
  • Cheap Fret Wire (NS)
  • Made in South Korea
  • No Neck-Through Build
  • No Push Knob or Extra Switch Option
  • No Weight Relief
  • No Luminescent Inlay
  • No Tremolo
  • No 21:1 Tuner Ratio
  • No Strap Lock

Final Build Quality Scores

Jackson Pro Plus XT Soloist SLAT HT6 Baritone
Quality of materials 51
Features 95
Quality Control 75
Build Quality 74
Schecter Hellraiser Hybrid PT
Quality of materials 61
Features 70
Quality Control 75
Build Quality 69

Playability Comparison

Let's now compare their playability. Bear in mind that the instrument will feel different depending on your hand size and play style. That's why you should always test before buying. But if you can't or want a second opinion on it, we can still take a look at each of the important measurements of the instrument for you. This way, we can predict how easy a guitar might be to play, or how different it will feel compared to the other.

Remember that, even though the difference might seem small, every inch counts when it comes to feeling of the instrument in your hands. Any variation can completely change how comfortable a guitar feels in your hands.

Nut Width

Jackson Pro Plus XT Soloist SLAT HT6 Baritone Nut Width
Jackson Pro Plus XT Soloist SLAT HT6 Baritone Nut Width
Schecter Hellraiser Hybrid PT Nut Width
Schecter Hellraiser Hybrid PT Nut Width

The nut width will affect the separation between strings at the nut. In this comparison, the Jackson Pro Plus XT Soloist SLAT HT6 Baritone has the wider nut with 42.9mm (1.688'') vs 42mm (1.654''). This is a 0.9mm (0.034'') difference

This means that it will be more difficult to do bar chords on the Jackson Pro Plus XT Soloist SLAT HT6 Baritone, especially closer to the nut. However, it's also easier to play without muting strings accidently. This favors people with big hands.

Scale Length

Jackson Pro Plus XT Soloist SLAT HT6 Baritone's Scale Length
Jackson Pro Plus XT Soloist SLAT HT6 Baritone's Scale Length
Schecter Hellraiser Hybrid PT's Scale Length
Schecter Hellraiser Hybrid PT's Scale Length

The scale length is one of the things that influences playability the most. This is the distance between the nut and the bridge and will affect everything from low action allowance, difficulty to perform bends, fret separation, and even tone.

The Jackson Pro Plus XT Soloist SLAT HT6 Baritone has the longest scale: 27". The Schecter Hellraiser Hybrid PT is only 25.5" long. This is a 1.5'' (38.1mm) scale length difference.

This longer scale means that the strings need more tension to get in tune. This is good if you want to avoid fret buzz, which can happen when the strings are too loose and touch the frets while vibrating. This is especially important when playing in lower tunings. This will also let you reduce the gap between fretboard and strings (low action) to make them easier to press down. However, this higher tension will also make it harder to perform bends and vibratos as the strings will feel stiffer.

This also means that the frets have a longer separation between each other, so this will make it harder for people with smaller hands when playing some chord positions.

Another characteristic of a longer scale is that it makes the guitar sound 'snappier' or brighter. This is due to the extra separation between harmonics and overtones produced by the tension. This influences tone more than any other factor (except the pickups).

Lastly, remember that you can also affect the tension of the strings by changing your string gauge. You can use a thicker gauge for more tension and a lighter one for less tension.

Neck Profile

Jackson Pro Plus XT Soloist SLAT HT6 Baritone Neck Profile
Jackson Pro Plus XT Soloist SLAT HT6 Baritone's neck profile
Schecter Hellraiser Hybrid PT Neck Profile
Schecter Hellraiser Hybrid PT's neck profile

No single neck shape is better than others. However, most people tend to prefer a thinner necks because it doesn't get in their way when playing fast and most hand sizes can adapt to it pretty well. However, some people still prefer thicker necks for a better grip, especially if they have big hands.

In this case, both have different neck shapes:

The Jackson Pro Plus XT Soloist SLAT HT6 Baritone has a D type of neck. This is a thin and flat neck that is made for playing fast. If you prefer a neck that doesn't get in your way when soloing, this is the shape you should use. Guitarists that prefer to have a bit more grip won't like this type of neck.

The Schecter Hellraiser Hybrid PT, on the other hand, has a C neck. This is what you'll find in most modern guitars. Most people feel like the thickness of a C neck is simply the less intrusive one for playing fast, while at the same time allowing you to grab the neck easily for resting if you want to.

Fretboard Radius

Jackson Pro Plus XT Soloist SLAT HT6 Baritone Fretboard Compound Radius
Jackson Pro Plus XT Soloist SLAT HT6 Baritone's Compound Fretboard Radius

Most guitar fretboards are not flat; they usually have a curve or arc across their width. A curved fretboard will make it easier to perform chords without muting strings, while a flatter one will make it easier to play single notes, which is good for bending and soloing in general. The best fretboards have a compound radius that varies across the fingerboard, but they're not common since they take a lot more work to build.

Both have a compound radius. This means both offer you the best craftsmanship when it comes to fretboard design. You'll have an arc to help you play chords close to the nut, while also having a flat design at the higher frets for faster soloing and easier bends.

Fret Size

Jackson Pro Plus XT Soloist SLAT HT6 Baritone Frets Size
Jackson Pro Plus XT Soloist SLAT HT6 Baritone's Frets Size
Schecter Hellraiser Hybrid PT Frets Size
Schecter Hellraiser Hybrid PT's Frets Size

The Schecter Hellraiser Hybrid PT has XL Jumbo frets, which should be taller than the Jackson Pro Plus XT Soloist SLAT HT6 Baritone's Jumbo frets.

Some people prefer taller frets because they result in more sustain since the strings get pressed cleanly without interference from the fretboard. However, if they're too tall—like Jumbo frets—, you might change the pitch of the strings accidentally if you press too hard because you won't be touching the fretboard with your fingers. This is also why some guitarists with a heavy grip prefer smaller frets. They like to feel the fingerboard to avoid pressing down too hard and getting out of pitch.

Final Playability Scores

Jackson Pro Plus XT Soloist SLAT HT6 Baritone
Bending & Vibrato Ease 75
Chord Playability 60
Solo Playability 100
Playability 78
Schecter Hellraiser Hybrid PT
Bending & Vibrato Ease 75
Chord Playability 70
Solo Playability 90
Playability 78