Schecter Reaper-6 FR-S Elite Guitar Blood Burst
Description
Schecter Reaper-6 FR-S Elite Guitar Blood Burst
The Reaper-6 FR-S Elite sits perfectly in your hands thanks to its ultra-thin wenge neck with carbon fiber reinforcement and responsive Floyd Rose 1500 series tremolo system. Neck-through construction locks in exceptional sustain and tonal clarity on stage, while the thin "C" profile keeps your hand moving freely through extended technical passages and rapid position shifts. The striking Blood Burst finish announces the aggressive character built into every component of this Elite-grade instrument.
Playability & Feel
The 25.5" scale wenge neck carries a thin "C" shape measuring .748" at the 1st fret and .787" at the 12th fret—engineered for speed and comfort whether you're grinding through rapid shredding or executing intricate melodic lines. Carbon fiber reinforcement rods keep the neck stable under heavy playing and seasonal changes, while the 12"–16" compound radius ebony fretboard with 24 X-Jumbo stainless steel frets delivers consistent action and smooth bends from the first fret to the last. Grover tuners and a 2-way adjustable truss rod hold your setup tight and respond reliably night after night.
Tone & Electronics
The dual-pickup pairing—Schecter USA San Andreas humbucker at the bridge and Sustainiac neck pickup—cuts through live mixes with articulate high-end clarity and aggressive low-end punch. Dedicated controls include a 3-way pickup switch, Volume/Tone potentiometers, and a 2-way on-off Sustainiac switch with 3-way mode selection (Fundamental-Mix-Harmonic), letting you dial everything from modern metal attack to ambient harmonic textures on demand.
Key Features
- Body: Quilted maple top with Khaya African mahogany
- Neck-through construction with ultra access for upper fret reach
- Wenge neck with carbon fiber reinforcement rods
- Ultra thin "C" shape neck profile (.748" at 1st fret, .787" at 12th fret)
- 25.5" scale length (648mm)
- Ebony fretboard with 24 X-Jumbo stainless steel frets
- 12"–16" compound radius fretboard (305mm–406mm)
- Pearloid line inlays with Luminlay glow-in-the-dark side dot markers
- Floyd Rose 1500 series bridge and nut (1.625" width)
- Grover tuning machines
- Schecter USA San Andreas humbucker (bridge) and Sustainiac pickup (neck)
- Black and chrome hardware with Blood Burst finish
The Reaper-6 FR-S Elite combines neck-through stability, premium hardware, and versatile dual-pickup electronics into an instrument built for both technical precision and tonal range.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
| Country of Manufacture | South Korea |
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At a Glance
The Schecter Reaper-6 FR-S Elite is a high-end, neck-through metal machine built for intermediate to professional players who demand speed, sustain, and cut-through tone on stage and in the studio. Its ultra-thin wenge neck with carbon fiber reinforcement and responsive Floyd Rose 1500 tremolo make rapid technical passages effortless, while the dual-pickup setup—bridge San Andreas humbucker paired with a Sustainiac neck pickup—delivers aggressive low-end punch and articulate highs that slice through dense live mixes. The Blood Burst finish and premium build (quilted maple top, ebony fretboard, X-Jumbo stainless steel frets) signal a professional-grade instrument built for gigging and recording metal, hard rock, and progressive players.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Hard Rock
- ✓ Progressive
- ✓ Studio Sessions
Not the best pick for
- – Jazz
- – Folk
- – Country
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this guitar suitable for metal and progressive players, or can it handle other genres?
The Reaper-6 FR-S Elite is engineered specifically for metal, hard rock, and progressive music and excels in those styles. Its aggressive tone signature, high-output bridge pickup, and Sustainiac design are optimized for these genres and are not the best fit for jazz, folk, or country playing.
What makes the Sustainiac neck pickup different, and how does it affect tone?
The Sustainiac is a sustained-note pickup with three selectable modes: Fundamental (pure sustain), Mix (sustain blended with normal pickup), and Harmonic (overtone-rich textures). A dedicated 2-way on-off switch with mode selection lets you dial in everything from extended metal sustain to ambient harmonic effects without leaving the guitar.
How does the neck feel, and is it fast enough for technical playing?
The ultra-thin C-profile neck (.748" at the 1st fret, .787" at the 12th fret) is engineered for speed and comfort during rapid position shifts and intricate melodic work. Combined with the 25.5" scale length, 24 X-Jumbo stainless steel frets, and 12–16" compound radius ebony fretboard, the Reaper-6 handles extended technical passages and bends with effortless responsiveness.
What keeps this neck stable during heavy playing and seasonal changes?
The neck-through construction and wenge wood are reinforced with carbon fiber rods, which stabilize the neck against both heavy playing and seasonal wood movement. A 2-way adjustable truss rod provides precise setup control, and Grover tuning machines ensure rock-solid tuning stability.
How does this guitar compare to other high-end metal guitars in its class?
The Reaper-6 FR-S Elite sits alongside professional instruments like the Ibanez RG Premium, Jackson USA Soloist SL2, and ESP E-II Horizon NT-7. Its combination of neck-through construction, dual-purpose pickups (bridge San Andreas humbucker plus Sustainiac), Floyd Rose 1500 floating bridge, and premium fretwork make it a versatile choice for both recording and live performance in demanding metal and progressive contexts.