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Schecter Sun Valley Super Shredder FR S guitar in Riviera Blue vs Schecter Sun Valley Super Shredder FR S guitar in Birch Green

Both are virtually identical Sun Valley Super Shredder FR-S models with the same hardware, electronics, and playability specs—the only difference is finish color (Riviera Blue vs. Birch Green). Choose based purely on which aesthetic appeals to you.

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Schecter Sun Valley Super Shredder FR S guitar in Riviera Blue

$1,049.00
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Schecter Sun Valley Super Shredder FR S guitar in Birch Green

$1,049.00
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Schecter Sun Valley Super Shredder FR S guitar in Riviera BlueSchecter Sun Valley Super Shredder FR S guitar in Birch Green
Price$1,049.00$1,049.00
BrandSchecterSchecter
SeriesSchecter Sun Valley Super ShredderSchecter Sun Valley Super Shredder
BodySingle CutawaySingle Cutaway
Body TypeSolidSolid
Scale25.5" Scale25.5" Scale
Strings66
Frets24 Frets24 Frets
FretboardEbonyEbony
NeckMapleMaple
Neck ConstructionBolt-OnBolt-On
BridgeFloyd Rose LicensedFloyd Rose Licensed
Year20182018
ConditionNewNew

Why choose Schecter Sun Valley Super Shredder FR S guitar in Riviera Blue

  • Riviera Blue finish offers a classic, bold appearance
  • Same Floyd Rose Special tremolo, EMG pickups, and Sustainiac modes as Product B
  • Thin 'C' neck and 24 X-Jumbo frets for fast shredding

Why choose Schecter Sun Valley Super Shredder FR S guitar in Birch Green

  • Birch Green finish provides a distinctive, modern look
  • Identical playability and tone specs to Product A
  • Dual independent control circuits for pickup flexibility
Bottom line: These guitars are functionally equivalent; pick whichever color resonates with your personal style. Both deliver the same fast neck, aggressive EMG/Sustainiac tone, and Floyd Rose stability for metal and progressive shredding.

Frequently asked questions

Are the electronics and pickups identical?

Yes. Both feature EMG Retro Active Hot 70 bridge pickups, Sustainiac neck pickups with Fundamental-Mix-Harmonic switching, and dual 9-volt battery compartments for active electronics.

Do both have the same neck and fretboard specs?

Yes. Both include a thin 'C' maple neck, 25.5" scale, 14" radius fretboard, 24 X-Jumbo frets, and 1.625" nut width for identical playability.

Which finish is more durable or practical?

Both finishes are applied to the same mahogany body with bolt-on construction; durability is equal. Choose based on aesthetics and personal preference.

Are these guitars suitable for genres beyond metal?

Both excel in metal, hard rock, and progressive music. They are less ideal for jazz, blues, folk, or worship due to their aggressive voicing and high-output design.

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