Schecter Synyster Standard Electric Guitar Gloss Black Silver Pinstrip
Description
Schecter Synyster Standard Electric Guitar Gloss Black Silver Pinstripes
The Schecter Synyster Standard delivers a buttery smooth playability experience thanks to its ultra-thin 'C' neck profile and fast ebony fretboard, making intricate lead work and rapid passages feel natural and effortless. Equipped with Schecter Diamond Synyster Gates Signature Humbuckers and a Floyd Rose Special 'Hot Rod' Locking Tremolo, this instrument produces thick, articulate tones that excel across metal, progressive rock, and hard rock applications. The comfortable body contours and balanced weight make extended playing sessions feel like second nature, while the striking gloss black finish with silver pinstripes commands visual presence on any stage.
Playability & Feel
The three-piece mahogany neck features carbon fiber reinforcement rods and measures .748" at the first fret and .787" at the 12th fret, providing structural stability and a fast, responsive playing surface. Twenty-four X-Jumbo frets on a 16" radius ebony fretboard support both aggressive bending and precision work, while the 25.5" scale length and 1.625" nut width deliver a professional setup ideal for high-energy playing styles.
Tone & Electronics
Dual Schecter Diamond Synyster Gates Signature Humbuckers deliver potent clarity and aggression with dynamic responsiveness across all registers. The push-pull tone control and 3-way switch provide tonal shaping flexibility, while the Floyd Rose Special 'Hot Rod' Locking Tremolo (a Schecter exclusive) ensures stable tuning through dramatic pitch manipulation and dive-bomb effects.
Key Features
- Body: Mahogany with flat top contour and black 1-ply binding
- Construction: Bolt-on for resonance and accessibility
- Neck: Three-piece mahogany with carbon fiber reinforcement rods
- Neck Shape: Ultra Thin 'C' profile
- Scale Length: 25.5" (648mm)
- Fretboard: Ebony with 24 X-Jumbo frets and 16" radius
- Inlays: Pearloid 'Syn' logo with Death Bat at 12th fret
- Bridge: Floyd Rose Special 'Hot Rod' Locking Tremolo (Schecter exclusive)
- Pickups: Schecter Diamond Synyster Gates Signature Humbuckers (bridge and neck)
- Hardware: Black with metal knurled knobs and set screws
- Nut: Floyd Rose Special, 1.625" width
- Tuners: Schecter
This professional-grade instrument combines meticulous hardware specification with signature electronics to deliver uncompromising performance for serious players across high-octane genres.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
| Country of Manufacture | Indonesia |
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At a Glance
The Schecter Synyster Standard is a professional metal and progressive rock machine built for fast lead work, aggressive tones, and stage reliability. Its ultra-thin 'C' neck profile, carbon-reinforced mahogany construction, and 24 X-Jumbo ebony fretboard make complex passages and rapid bends feel effortless, while dual Schecter Diamond Synyster Gates Signature Humbuckers deliver thick, articulate aggression with dynamic clarity across all registers. The Floyd Rose Special 'Hot Rod' Locking Tremolo holds tuning through dive-bombs and dramatic pitch shifts, and the gloss black finish with silver pinstripes commands visual presence on any stage.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Hard Rock
- ✓ Progressive Rock
- ✓ Djent
Not the best pick for
- – Jazz
- – Folk
- – Country
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What skill level is this guitar designed for?
The Synyster Standard is built for intermediate through professional players. Its fast ebony fretboard, ultra-thin 'C' neck profile, and 24 X-Jumbo frets support both intricate lead work and aggressive bending, making it ideal for metal, progressive rock, and djent players who demand precision and speed.
What genres does this guitar work best for?
This guitar excels in metal, hard rock, progressive rock, and djent. The thick, articulate tone from the dual Schecter Diamond Synyster Gates Signature Humbuckers and the stable Floyd Rose Special tremolo are engineered specifically for high-energy playing styles. It is not optimized for jazz, folk, or country.
How does the Floyd Rose Special 'Hot Rod' Tremolo hold up in live and studio use?
The Floyd Rose Special 'Hot Rod' is a Schecter exclusive locking tremolo that maintains tuning stability through dramatic pitch manipulation and dive-bomb effects. Its locking nut and bridge design make it reliable for both live performance and recording without frequent retuning between takes.
What is the neck profile and fretboard like?
The neck features an ultra-thin 'C' profile that measures 0.748" at the first fret and 0.787" at the 12th fret, supported by carbon fiber reinforcement rods for structural stability. The 25.5" scale length and 24 X-Jumbo frets on a 16" radius ebony fretboard provide a fast, responsive surface ideal for rapid passages and precision bending.
What tonal options does the electronics provide?
The dual Schecter Diamond Synyster Gates Signature Humbuckers deliver thick, potent clarity with dynamic responsiveness across all registers. A push-pull tone control and 3-way switch provide additional shaping flexibility for different mix positions and playing styles.
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