Schecter Avenger FR-S 50th Anniversary guitar in 50th Gold Burst
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- Brand new in original box
- Full Schecter manufacturer's warranty
- Free shipping in the continental US
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- SKU
- SCHECTER4138
- Color
- Red
. Description
Sound & Tone
The swamp ash body with neck-thru maple/walnut/padauk construction gives a bright, snappy attack with strong upper-midrange clarity and long sustain, while the ebony fretboard and 25.5" scale tighten the low end and sharpen note definition. The Sunset Strip Anniversary Edition bridge humbucker pushes dense, aggressive harmonics for high-gain rhythm and lead work, and the Gold Sustainiac in the neck position adds infinite sustain and controllable feedback for soaring sustained notes and harmonic effects. With a Floyd Rose 1500 and locking nut, it holds pitch through heavy vibrato and dive bombs, making it a natural fit for shred, metal, and hard rock players who lean on expressive lead phrasing.
Schecter Avenger FR-S 50th Anniversary Guitar in Gold Burst
The Avenger FR-S 50th Anniversary sits naturally in the hand with an exceptionally thin neck profile and balanced weight distribution that won't wear you down during a three-hour set or marathon studio session. Neck-thru construction paired with a carved swamp ash body delivers the kind of instrument that locks in with your playing style—responsive enough for technical passages, resonant enough to cut through a live mix with character. Built for gigging musicians and players who refuse to compromise between speed and tone.
Playability & Stage Reliability
The ultra-thin "C" neck profile measures 19mm at the first fret and 20mm at the twelfth, paired with a 25.5" scale and 24 X-Jumbo stainless steel frets for speed and precision without catch. The 12"-16" compound fretboard radius on ebony fretboard transitions smoothly across the neck, while Luminlay glow-in-the-dark side dots keep you oriented under stage lights or in dark venues. A Floyd Rose 1500 bridge with locking Floyd Rose nut holds tuning solid through aggressive picking, bends, and dive-bomb effects—essential stability for live work.
Tone & Electronics
The Sunset Strip Anniversary Edition bridge humbucker paired with a Gold Sustainiac delivers both the aggression needed to cut live and sustain control for extended notes and swells, managed through master volume, master tone, and a 3-way toggle with dual Sustainiac mini switches. Black and gold hardware combined with TonePros M Series tuners ensures the mechanical performance holds up night after night, with consistent tonal character across the entire range.
Key Features
- Swamp ash body with carved top and black 1-ply binding
- Neck-thru construction with Ultra Access
- Maple/walnut/padauk multi-ply neck with carbon fiber reinforcement rods
- Ultra thin "C" neck profile (19mm–20mm thickness)
- 25.5" scale with 24 X-Jumbo stainless steel frets
- Ebony fretboard with 12"-16" compound radius
- Offset brass ring inlays with Luminlay glow-in-the-dark side dots
- Floyd Rose 1500 bridge with Floyd Rose locking nut (41.3mm width)
- TonePros M Series tuners with 2-way adjustable truss rod
- Sunset Strip Anniversary Edition bridge humbucker and Gold Sustainiac pickups
- Master volume, master tone, 3-way toggle, and dual Sustainiac mini switches
- Black and gold hardware throughout
This 50th Anniversary edition combines Schecter's ergonomic mastery with premium appointments and electronics, delivering professional-grade performance in a distinctly luxury package.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
| Neck Construction | Neck-Thru-Body |
| Country of Manufacture | South Korea |
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Specifications
| Body Wood | Swamp Ash |
|---|---|
| Scale Length | 25.5" Scale |
| Frets | 24 Frets |
| Fretboard | Ebony |
| Nut Width | 41.3mm |
| Neck Wood | Maple |
| Neck Profile | Ultra Thin "C" |
| Neck Construction | Neck-Thru-Body |
| Pickup Models | Gold Sustainiac (neck) |
| Bridge | Floyd Rose Licensed |
| Strings | 6 |
| Orientation | Right handed |
| Made In | South Korea |
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Hard Rock
- ✓ Progressive
- ✓ Shredding
Not the best pick for
- – Jazz
- – Folk
- – Traditional Blues
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes the neck feel different from other shred guitars?
The Avenger FR-S features an ultra-thin C-profile measuring 19mm at the first fret and 20mm at the twelfth, paired with a 25.5" scale and 24 X-Jumbo stainless steel frets. The 12"–16" compound radius ebony fretboard transitions smoothly across the neck and reduces hand fatigue during extended technical playing.
How stable is the Floyd Rose system on this guitar?
The Floyd Rose 1500 bridge is paired with a Floyd Rose locking nut and TonePros M Series tuners, engineered to maintain tuning stability through aggressive playing and dive-bomb techniques. The multi-ply neck with carbon fiber reinforcement rods provides additional structural rigidity.
What are the pickup options and how do they control tone?
The guitar features a Sunset Strip Anniversary Edition bridge humbucker and a Gold Sustainiac in the neck position, controlled via master volume, master tone, a 3-way toggle, and dual Sustainiac mini switches for intuitive sustain and harmonic manipulation. This setup delivers aggressive harmonic density alongside refined articulate treble response.
Is this guitar suitable for metal, hard rock, and progressive styles?
Yes—the Avenger FR-S is purpose-built for metal, hard rock, progressive, and shredding. Its technical responsiveness, sustain characteristics, and harmonic control make it less suited to jazz, folk, or country applications.
What construction methods contribute to the refined feel and tone?
Neck-thru construction with a multi-ply maple, walnut, and padauk neck reinforced with carbon fiber rods, combined with a carved swamp ash body and black 1-ply binding, creates balanced weight distribution and tonal consistency. This design rewards extended playing without fatigue.
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