Schecter E-1 FR S Special Edition guitar in Trans Purple Burst
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- SKU
- SCHECTER3071
- Color
- Purple
. Description
Sound & Tone
The mahogany body and quilted maple top give this E-1 FR S a warm, resonant foundation with long sustain, while the Schecter USA Apocalypse VI bridge humbucker adds high-output bite for tight rhythm work and cutting lead lines. The 25.5" scale and ebony fretboard keep note definition clear and articulate, and the Sustainiac in the neck position extends single notes indefinitely with mode switching that ranges from smooth ambient swells to squealing feedback. Paired with the Floyd Rose 1500 bridge, it's aimed squarely at progressive metal, hard rock, and lead-heavy playing that leans on dive bombs and sustained melodic passages.
Schecter E-1 FR S Special Edition Electric Guitar in Trans Purple Burst
The E-1 FR S Special Edition puts a refined, modern workhorse in your hands. Its thin 'C' neck profile and set-neck construction cut through fatigue on long sets, delivering fast, comfortable playability across extended range passages. The mahogany body with quilted maple top sings with warm, resonant tones and excellent sustain that projects on stage. Paired with the Floyd Rose 1500 Series bridge and active Sustainiac pickup system, this guitar handles progressive and heavy styles with authority and flexibility.
Playability & Feel
The three-piece mahogany neck features carbon fiber reinforcement rods for rock-solid stability and a thin 'C' profile that measures 0.787" at the 1st fret and 0.866" at the 12th fret—fast enough for rapid position shifts and complex fingering work without fighting the instrument. A 25.5" scale length and 12"-16" compound radius ebony fretboard with 24 X-Jumbo stainless steel frets feel planted under your fingers, supporting aggressive bending and clean chord work with zero dead spots or fret buzz even under hard attack.
Tone & Electronics
The bridge position houses a Schecter USA Apocalypse VI humbucker paired with a Sustainiac neck pickup, controlled via dedicated on/off and mode-selection mini switches alongside master volume and tone controls. The bridge position delivers high-output aggression that cuts through a mix on stage, while the Sustainiac opens creative doors—throw feedback and sustain effects ranging from ambient to chaotic depending on mode selection and your playing technique.
Key Features
- Model: Schecter E-1 FR S Special Edition (Item #3071)
- Construction: Set-Neck w/Ultra Access, mahogany body with quilted maple top
- Neck: 3-piece mahogany with carbon fiber reinforcement rods, thin 'C' profile
- Scale: 25.5" (648mm)
- Fretboard: Ebony with 24 X-Jumbo stainless steel frets, 12"-16" compound radius
- Fretboard inlays: Mother of Pearl blocks with glow-in-the-dark side dot markers
- Bridge: Floyd Rose 1500 Series
- Tuners: Grover Rotomatic 18:1
- Bridge Pickup: Schecter USA Apocalypse VI Humbucker
- Neck Pickup: Sustainiac with on/off and mode switching
- Hardware: Black finish throughout
- Finish: Trans Purple Burst
- Origin: South Korea
Premium tonewoods, reinforced neck construction, professional-grade hardware, and dual-mode active electronics make this E-1 FR S a gigging machine ready for both studio tracking and live performance across demanding musical territory.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
| Neck Construction | Set-Neck |
| Country of Manufacture | South Korea |
Reviews
The instrument is packed with every single desired feature one could wish for. Stainless steel frets, Floyd Rose tremolo, fantastic sounding pickups. How about the carbon fiber binding on body and fretboard. The sustainiac feature puts this over the top. I might have to buy another one. Service from studiogears is spectacular. Don took care of everything. The guitar arrived in 2 days. I will buying again from studiogears!
Thanks to Don for arranging everything. I recommend studiogears highly and will be purchasing from them again. Thanks Don!
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Specifications
| Body Style | Single Cutaway |
|---|---|
| Scale Length | 25.5" Scale |
| Frets | 24 Frets |
| Fretboard | Ebony |
| Neck Wood | Mahogany |
| Neck Construction | Set-Neck |
| Bridge | Floyd Rose Licensed |
| Strings | 6 |
| Orientation | Right handed |
| Model Year | 2016 |
| Made In | South Korea |
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Progressive
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Hard Rock
- ✓ Studio Sessions
- ✓ Live Performance
Not the best pick for
- – Blues
- – Jazz
- – Folk
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What skill level do I need to play this guitar?
The E-1 FR S is built for intermediate to advanced players and professionals. Its thin 'C' neck profile and 25.5" scale support rapid position shifts and complex fingering, but the Floyd Rose tremolo and active electronics require familiarity with floating bridges and pickup switching.
What genres is this guitar best suited for?
This guitar excels in progressive, metal, and hard rock styles. The high-output bridge pickup, Sustainiac feedback modes, and reinforced neck construction are designed for aggressive playing and studio precision in these genres; it is not optimized for blues, jazz, or folk.
What pickups does it have and what do they do?
The bridge position uses a high-output Schecter USA Apocalypse VI humbucker for aggressive, articulate tones. The neck position features a Sustainiac pickup with dedicated on/off and mode-selection switches, allowing you to create feedback and sustain effects ranging from ambient to chaotic without a separate device.
Does it come with a Floyd Rose, and is the neck stable for touring?
Yes, it features a Floyd Rose 1500 Series bridge. The three-piece mahogany neck with carbon fiber reinforcement rods resists twisting and stays stable through frequent playing and travel, making it reliable for live performance.
What fretboard specifications support clean bending and chord work?
The ebony fretboard has 24 X-Jumbo stainless steel frets on a 12" to 16" compound radius, which supports both aggressive bending across the upper frets and clean, buzz-free chord work in lower positions without dead spots.
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 $105 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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