LTD / 6 strings / 2002–2006
LTD SC-200 (2002–2006)
Confirmed
Entry-level model with notable variations in its components.
The most affordable option in the signature line, with a bolt-on neck instead of neck-thru to cut costs. Carpenter never used it in the studio or live.
Known specifications
- Production years
- 2002–2006
- Body
- Basswood
- Neck
- Bolt-on maple
- Fretboard
- Rosewood, white binding
- Inlay
- “SC-200” at the 24th fret
- Pickups
- 2× Duncan Designed HB-102 (HH configuration)
- Finishes
- Gloss Black, See Thru Green, Cobalt Blue (2006 limited edition)
Historical significance
Stephen Carpenter never used this instrument in recording or live with Deftones. It is recognized in DIY guitar communities as an excellent platform for modifications.
- Never used by Carpenter in studio/live
- Popular base for active EMG pickup mods
Tuning setup
To be documented.
Anecdotes and history
Platform for modifications
DIY communityUsers replaced their passive pickups with active EMG pickups and dyed the rosewood fretboard to emulate the ebony of the Custom Shop models.
Variants and finishes
Black
See Thru Green
Cobalt Blue
2006 limited edition.
Rarity
Low. Mass-produced entry-level model.