Schecter Banshee GT FR Guitar Satin Trans Purple B-Stock 2501
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- SKU
- SCHECTER1521-B2501
- Color
- Purple
. Description
Sound & Tone
The active EMG 81 in the bridge brings tight, aggressive high-end bite and compressed sustain for high-gain riffing and lead work, while the EMG 60 at the neck offers a more balanced, focused midrange for cleaner passages and singing solos. Mahogany with a flamed maple top and an ebony fretboard lend weight and low-end body underneath a crisp, articulate attack, and the 25.5" scale keeps string tension firm for clear note separation in drop tunings and fast picking. Built for modern metal, hard rock, and shred, the set-neck construction with 24 X-Jumbo frets and a Floyd Rose Special locking tremolo supports upper-register lead playing, wide bends, and dive-bomb effects without losing pitch.
Schecter Banshee GT FR Guitar Satin Trans Purple B-Stock 2501
This unplayed B-stock Banshee GT FR puts a genuinely playable modern metal machine in your hands—ultra-thin neck profile and 25.5" scale engineered for speed and precision through high-gain territory. The Satin Trans Purple finish showcases the beautiful flamed maple top, though this particular unit exhibits fret cracking from the 3rd to 12th fret that requires attention (see detailed photos).
Playability & Construction
The Ultra Thin 'U' neck measures just .748" at the first fret and .787" at the 12th—built for rapid hand position changes and aggressive technique. The 3-piece maple neck reinforced with carbon fiber rods stays rock-solid under the demands of live playing and hard bending. The set-neck construction with Ultra Access gets you to the upper frets without wrestling the body, while the ebony fretboard with offset/reverse Roman numeral inlays and 24 X-Jumbo frets on a 14" radius grip your fingers with confidence and deliver clean articulation across the 25.5" scale.
Tone & Electronics
The active EMG pickup pairing—EMG 81 at the bridge for cutting, articulate high-end and EMG 60 at the neck for usable midrange—runs through a 9-volt clip-in battery compartment with straightforward volume/tone/3-way switch controls that stay reliable night after night. The Floyd Rose Special 'Hot Rod' locking tremolo (Schecter exclusive) locks in your tuning through aggressive dive bombs and stays solid during packed sets.
Key Features
- Body Material: Mahogany with Flamed Maple top
- Finish: Satin Trans Purple (STP) with Black 1-ply binding
- Neck: 3-piece Maple with Carbon Fiber Reinforcement Rods
- Neck Shape: Ultra Thin 'U' (.748" @ 1st fret / .787" @ 12th fret)
- Scale Length: 25.5" (648mm)
- Fretboard: Ebony with 24 X-Jumbo frets, 14" radius, offset/reverse Roman numeral inlays
- Nut: Floyd Rose Special, 1.625" width
- Bridge: Floyd Rose Special 'Hot Rod' Locking Tremolo
- Pickups: EMG 81 (bridge) and EMG 60 (neck)
- Electronics: Volume/Tone/3-Way Switch with 9-volt clip-in battery compartment
- Hardware: Black Schecter tuners and hardware
This B-stock Banshee GT FR hits the sweet spot for working players and collectors—a proven platform built for modern, high-gain rigs at serious savings. The fret damage noted should be evaluated against the aggressive pricing and the instrument's solid playability and stage-ready reliability.
This specific B-Stock unit features minor cosmetic imperfections typical of B-Stock inventory. These marks are purely superficial and have absolutely zero impact on the playability, tone, or structural integrity of the guitar. Acquire this premium Schecter Banshee GT FR with its versatile tremolo bridge and exceptional build quality at a significant B-Stock discount while enjoying complete manufacturer warranty coverage.
More Information
| Condition | Refurbished |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
| Country of Manufacture | Indonesia |
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Specifications
| Body Style | Double Cutaway |
|---|---|
| Scale Length | 25.5" Scale |
| Frets | 24 Frets |
| Fretboard | Ebony |
| Neck Wood | Maple |
| Bridge | Tremolo |
| Strings | 6 |
| Orientation | Right handed |
| Model Year | 2020 |
| Made In | Indonesia |
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Hard Rock
- ✓ Djent
- ✓ Progressive
- ✓ Drop Tunings
Not the best pick for
- – Jazz
- – Folk
- – Country
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What does B-stock mean on this guitar?
B-stock means this guitar is fully functional and unplayed, backed by complete manufacturer warranty. It may have minor cosmetic imperfections that do not affect playability or tone.
Is this guitar suitable for drop tunings and aggressive playing?
Yes—the 25.5" scale, carbon-fiber reinforced 3-piece maple neck, and Floyd Rose Special 'Hot Rod' tremolo are all designed for drop tunings, heavy riffing, and aggressive playing without tuning drift or neck dive.
How does the neck feel, and can I reach the upper frets easily?
The Ultra Thin 'U' neck measures .748" at the 1st fret and .787" at the 12th, paired with Ultra Access cutaway design and set-neck construction for fast, uninhibited access to all 24 X-Jumbo frets on the ebony fretboard.
What pickups does it have, and can I use passive amps?
The guitar features active EMG 81 (bridge) and EMG 60 (neck) pickups powered by a 9-volt clip-in battery system, delivering high-output aggression and clarity through any amp—passive and active systems alike.
How does this compare to the Ibanez RG550 or ESP LTD M-1000?
The Banshee GT FR matches those models in fast playability and modern high-gain tone, but distinguishes itself with the exclusive Floyd Rose Special 'Hot Rod' tremolo, active EMG electronics, and exceptional carbon-fiber reinforced stability at this price point.
Do I pay sales tax on this order?
We collect sales tax only on orders shipped to California. Orders shipped to any other US state are charged $0 sales tax at checkout when you buy direct from our website. On this item that is roughly $62 less out the door than the same listed price at a national retailer or on a marketplace. Marketplaces such as eBay, Reverb and Amazon collect sales tax in nearly every state as marketplace facilitators no matter who the seller is, so the same item at the same price costs less bought direct. Free US shipping and 30-day returns are included. Some states ask buyers to self-report use tax on out-of-state purchases.
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