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Schecter Synyster Standard Plus guitar in Gloss Natural vs Schecter Reaper-6 Custom Lefty Guitar Gloss Black
The Synyster Standard Plus is a right-handed guitar with a Floyd Rose tremolo system designed for dive-bombs and aggressive string manipulation, while the Reaper-6 Custom Lefty is built for left-handed players with a hardtail bridge for maximum sustain and stability. Choose the Synyster if you're right-handed and want tremolo versatility; choose the Reaper-6 if you're left-handed and prefer traditional hardtail bridge design.
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Schecter Synyster Standard Plus guitar in Gloss Natural
Schecter Reaper-6 Custom Lefty Guitar Gloss Black
Specs side by side
| Schecter Synyster Standard Plus guitar in Gloss Natural | Schecter Reaper-6 Custom Lefty Guitar Gloss Black | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $1,199.00 | $1,199.00 |
| Brand | Schecter | Schecter |
| Series | Schecter Synyster Gates | Schecter Reaper |
| Body Type | — | Solid |
| Scale | 25.5" Scale | 25.5" Scale |
| Strings | 6 | 6 |
| Frets | 24 Frets | 24 Frets |
| Fretboard | Ebony | Ebony |
| Neck | Mahogany | Unknown / Other |
| Neck Construction | Bolt-On | — |
| Bridge | Floyd Rose Licensed | Fixed |
| Year | Unknown | 2023 |
| Condition | New | New |
Why choose Schecter Synyster Standard Plus guitar in Gloss Natural
- ✓ Floyd Rose Special Hot Rod Locking Tremolo enables dive-bomb techniques and pitch manipulation
- ✓ Right-handed configuration with standard nut width of 1.626 inches
- ✓ Schecter Synyster Gates Signature Humbuckers are signature-spec pickups optimized for lead work
- ✓ 3-way toggle with coil-split versatility for tonal flexibility
Why choose Schecter Reaper-6 Custom Lefty Guitar Gloss Black
- ✓ Left-handed orientation with premium craftsmanship and no compromise on quality
- ✓ Neck-thru construction with Ultra Access cutaway provides superior upper-fret access and sustain
- ✓ Hipshot Hardtail bridge with string-thru-body maximizes resonance without tremolo loss
- ✓ X-Jumbo stainless steel frets and compound radius ebony board (12" to 16") for precision and comfort
Frequently asked questions
Which guitar is better for left-handed players?
The Reaper-6 Custom Lefty is specifically built for left-handed players with a complete left-handed configuration. The Synyster Standard Plus is only available as a right-handed guitar.
What is the key difference between the bridge systems?
The Synyster Standard Plus features a Floyd Rose Special Hot Rod Locking Tremolo for whammy bar effects and aggressive string manipulation. The Reaper-6 Custom Lefty uses a Hipshot Hardtail bridge with string-thru-body design that prioritizes sustain and tuning stability without tremolo functionality.
How do the pickups compare between these guitars?
The Synyster Standard Plus uses Schecter Synyster Gates Signature Humbuckers designed specifically for aggressive lead work. The Reaper-6 Custom Lefty features dual Schecter USA San Andreas pickups with responsive dynamics and a present midrange character. Both are professional-grade humbuckers suited to metal and hard rock.
Which guitar offers better upper-fret access?
The Reaper-6 Custom Lefty has a neck-thru design with Ultra Access cutaway specifically engineered for seamless upper-fret access. The Synyster Standard Plus uses a bolt-on 3-piece mahogany neck design, which is a more traditional construction approach.