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Schecter Sun Valley Super Shredder FR Lambo Orange B-Stock 4135 vs Schecter PT Special Guitar 3-Tone Sunburst Pearl B Stock 1013
The Sun Valley Super Shredder FR is built for metal, djent, and high-gain styles with active EMG pickups and a Floyd Rose tremolo, while the PT Special is a versatile rock and blues machine with passive pickups and vintage-style bridge. Choose the Schecter for heavy extended-range playing; choose the PT Special for traditional rock, blues, and funk.
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Schecter Sun Valley Super Shredder FR Lambo Orange B-Stock 4135
Schecter PT Special Guitar 3-Tone Sunburst Pearl B Stock 1013
Specs side by side
| Schecter Sun Valley Super Shredder FR Lambo Orange B-Stock 4135 | Schecter PT Special Guitar 3-Tone Sunburst Pearl B Stock 1013 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $639.00 | $559.00 |
| Brand | Schecter | Schecter |
| Series | Schecter Sun Valley Super Shredder | Schecter PT |
| Body | Single Cutaway | Single Cutaway |
| Body Type | Solid | Solid |
| Scale | 25.5" Scale | 25.5" Scale |
| Strings | 6 | 6 |
| Frets | 24 Frets | 22 Frets |
| Fretboard | Rosewood | Maple |
| Neck | Maple | Maple |
| Pickup Configuration | HH | — |
| Bridge | Tremolo | Tremolo |
| Year | 2021 | 2022 |
| Condition | Refurbished | Refurbished |
Why choose Schecter Sun Valley Super Shredder FR Lambo Orange B-Stock 4135
- ✓ Floyd Rose Special tremolo maintains tuning during aggressive whammy techniques
- ✓ Dual active EMG Retro Active Hot 70 pickups deliver high-output, articulate aggression
- ✓ 24 X-Jumbo frets and thin C-profile neck optimized for fast legato and extended technique
- ✓ 25.5" scale supports lower tunings and extended-range playing
Why choose Schecter PT Special Guitar 3-Tone Sunburst Pearl B Stock 1013
- ✓ Swamp ash body with cream binding offers warm, woody tone suitable for blues and classic rock
- ✓ Passive Diamond VT-1 and V-90 pickups provide versatile, expressive voicing across genres
- ✓ Series-parallel push-pull tone control unlocks vintage and contemporary sonic flexibility
- ✓ Comfortable C-profile neck and 12" fretboard radius suit smooth bending and articulate cleans
Frequently asked questions
Which is better for metal and extended-range tunings?
The Sun Valley Super Shredder FR is specifically designed for metal and djent with its 25.5" scale, active high-output pickups, and Floyd Rose tremolo. The PT Special is optimized for traditional rock and blues, not extended-range or heavy styles.
What are the cosmetic differences between these B-Stock models?
The Sun Valley has a visible body chip from impact damage. The PT Special has a hairline crack in the neck pocket that is purely cosmetic and does not affect playability or structural integrity. Both are mechanically sound.
How do the pickup systems differ?
The Sun Valley uses active EMG pickups (requiring a 9V battery) that deliver aggressive, controlled-midrange tone ideal for high-gain. The PT Special uses passive Schecter Diamond pickups with a series-parallel switch for warm, woody versatility across multiple genres.
Which has more playable fret access for faster playing?
The Sun Valley's 24 X-Jumbo frets with 14" radius and thin neck profile are optimized for rapid position shifts and legato technique. The PT Special's 22 X-Jumbo frets on a 12" radius prioritize smooth bending and clean articulation over extended reach.