Left-handed metal players already know the drill: the instrument you actually want almost never comes in a lefty version, and when it does, the price reflects how rare that is. So when a B-Stock unit of the Schecter Synyster Gates Custom-6 TR-S Headless LH lands at $1,879.20 — that's $470 off the $2,349 MAP — it's worth a closer look before it moves.

This isn't a stripped-down "lefty tax" version of the signature model. It's the same instrument, same specs, same electronics. The B-Stock designation means cosmetic — not functional — somewhere on the guitar. More on that below.

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What Makes This Guitar Unusual

The TR-S Headless stands out even among Synyster Gates signature models because of two features that genuinely change how the guitar plays and sounds in a live context.

The Sustainiac Neck Pickup

The neck position doesn't run a standard humbucker. It uses a Sustainiac pickup — a sustain driver system that magnetically excites the strings to produce near-infinite sustain on demand. With the push-pull volume control, you can switch it on mid-phrase and hold a note while your picking hand does something else entirely. For lead players, it's a legitimate compositional tool, not a gimmick. It's also not something you can add to a guitar after the fact without significant routing work, so having it factory-installed matters.

Headless with a Floating Tremolo

The Hipshot Headless Tremolo bridge handles both string anchoring and pitch shifting without a traditional headstock. This shifts the guitar's balance point back toward your body — less neck dive, better seated and standing balance. The 42mm Graph Tech XL Black Tusq nut handles string locking at that end. If you've played headless guitars before, you know how different the feel is. If you haven't, expect a short adjustment period, after which most players don't want to go back for extended session work.

The Construction Behind the Price

At this price point, Schecter isn't cutting corners on materials. Here's what's actually in this guitar:

• Body: Chambered mahogany with a maple center block — resonant, but lighter than a full mahogany slab. The chambering also contributes to the acoustic liveliness of the Sustainiac system.
• Neck: Maple with dual carbon fiber reinforcement rods and a dual-action truss rod. The Ultra Thin "C" profile runs 19mm at the 1st fret and 20mm at the 12th — genuinely fast, minimal taper.
• Fretboard: Ebony, 25.5" scale (648mm), 16" radius, 24 frets. The flat 16" radius is optimized for bending without fretting out — more forgiving than vintage-spec radii at high fret positions.
• Frets: X-Jumbo stainless steel. Stainless frets last significantly longer than nickel, stay level longer under heavy play, and feel noticeably slicker under the fingers. On a guitar in this price range, it's the right call.
• Pickups: Schecter USA Synyster Gates signature humbucker in the bridge, Sustainiac in the neck.
• Construction joint: Deep Insert Joint with Ultra Access — the heel is contoured for unobstructed reach to the upper frets.
• Finish: Satin Black with silver "Syn S" inlay at the 12th fret and Luminlay side dot markers (they charge in daylight, glow on a dark stage).

What "B-Stock" Actually Means Here

Every B-Stock unit we carry has a noted cosmetic blemish — a small scratch, a finish irregularity, a scuff from transit. It's almost never something you'd see while playing the guitar. Check the listing photos for the specific flaw on this unit. If it's on the back of the body or the rear of the headstock area (what little headstock there is), you're essentially buying a new guitar at a used-guitar discount.

The playability, the electronics, the frets, the setup — none of that changes because of a cosmetic blemish. If a blemish-free instrument matters to you for collection purposes, that's a legitimate reason to pay the difference for new. But if this guitar is going on stage or into a recording chain, the blemish won't come up.

Who This Is For — and Who Should Pass

This guitar is built for a specific type of player: left-handed, plays metal or hard rock, works the upper frets regularly, and wants sustain control built into the instrument. The Sustainiac and the headless tremolo are not neutral features — they define a particular style of playing. If you have no use for the Sustainiac system or prefer a fixed bridge, this isn't the right instrument regardless of the price, and we'd rather tell you that now.

If those features are on your list, finding a left-handed version of this guitar at any price takes effort. Finding one at $470 off doesn't happen often.

The Bottom Line

The Schecter Synyster Gates Custom-6 TR-S Headless LH in Satin Black at B-Stock pricing is one of the more compelling lefty deals we've had in this category. Stainless frets, a Sustainiac, a Hipshot headless tremolo, ebony board, and carbon-reinforced maple neck — this is a fully-loaded instrument at a price that reflects a cosmetic flaw, not a compromised guitar.

Check the listing photos for the specific blemish. If it's cosmetic and out of your sightline while playing, there's not much reason to wait.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does the Sustainiac work like a regular neck pickup when it's off?

Yes. When the Sustainiac system is disengaged, it functions as a standard neck pickup in your signal chain. You use the push-pull control to activate the sustain driver mode. Most players use it as a normal humbucker the majority of the time and engage the sustain function for specific passages.

What does headless mean for restringing and string availability?

Headless guitars use double-ball-end strings, which are a different format than standard strings. They're not as universally stocked as regular strings, but major brands — including Ernie Ball and D'Addario — produce them, and they're readily available online. It's worth keeping a set on hand rather than relying on a local shop having them in a pinch.

Is the 16" fretboard radius actually noticeable compared to a standard guitar?

If you're coming from a guitar with a 9.5" or 10" radius — which covers most Fenders and a lot of mid-range instruments — yes, the 16" radius will feel noticeably flatter. Chord shapes feel slightly different at first, but most players find bending and lead work at the upper frets easier. It's a playing preference, not a quality difference.

Does B-Stock affect the warranty on this guitar?

Schecter's warranty covers manufacturing defects regardless of B-Stock status. The cosmetic blemish that creates the B-Stock designation is noted at point of sale and doesn't void coverage for structural or electronics issues. Check the specific listing or contact us directly if you want confirmation on the warranty terms for this unit.