Schecter Signature Synsyter Custom-S Electric Guitar Gloss Black w/ Go
Description
Schecter Synyster Custom-S Electric Guitar – Gloss Black w/ Gold Stripes
The Synyster Custom-S is engineered for players demanding uncompromising comfort during marathon sets and intense live work. Its ultra-thin "C" neck profile and feather-light body contours won't fatigue your hand across hours of grinding riffs and solos. The set-neck construction with Ultra Access puts upper frets within immediate reach without awkward stretching, while the mahogany body with pinstripe top and commanding gold hardware deliver the visual presence and sonic aggression that commands a stage.
Playability & Feel
The three-piece mahogany neck with carbon fiber reinforcement rods stays dead straight through touring stress and temperature swings while preserving the resonance that separates great guitars from machines. Your fingers will find predictability across the ebony fretboard and 24 X-Jumbo frets tuned to the 25.5" scale—ideal for aggressive bends and articulate picking. The 16" fretboard radius works equally well for scorching lead lines and locked-in rhythm, and glow-in-the-dark side dot markers keep your position locked in even under harsh stage lighting. The Floyd Rose 1500 Series nut and bridge lock your tuning solid through the most violent tremolo abuse and dive-bombs.
Tone & Electronics
The Schecter USA Synyster Gates Signature Humbucker at the bridge defines your high-gain voice with thick, articulate crunch that cuts through a band mix without getting muddy. The neck-position Sustainiac® pickup—armed with dedicated 3-way mode switching (Fundamental-Mix-Harmonic) and 2-way on-off control—opens up ambient sustain and controlled feedback textures that separate your tone from stock builds. The 9-volt clip-in battery compartment keeps your Sustainiac powered without downtime between shows.
Key Features
- Model: Synyster Custom-S (Item #1742) – Right Handed
- Mahogany body with pinstripe top, black 1-ply binding, and gloss black finish with gold stripes
- Set-neck construction with Ultra Access for upper-fret playability
- Mahogany 3-pc neck with carbon fiber reinforcement rods and ultra-thin "C" profile
- Ebony fretboard with 24 X-Jumbo frets and 16" radius
- Gold 'SYN' inlays with Death Bat at 12th fret and glow-in-the-dark side dot markers
- Floyd Rose 1500 Series nut (1.625" width) and bridge for tremolo control and tuning stability
- Grover Rotomatic 18:1 tuners with gold hardware
- Schecter USA Synyster Gates Signature Humbucker bridge pickup and Sustainiac® neck pickup
- Sustainiac switching: 2-way on-off and 3-way mode control (Fundamental-Mix-Harmonic)
- 9-volt clip-in battery compartment for Sustainiac power
- 25.5" scale, manufactured in South Korea
The Synyster Custom-S stakes its claim as a workhorse for gigging musicians who refuse compromise—precision hardware, signature pickup firepower, and ergonomic neck engineering combine to deliver a platform built to survive the road and dominate high-gain performance.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
| Country of Manufacture | South Korea |
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Add the matching hard caseSchecter Universal Guitar Hardcase SGR-UNIVERSAL
At a Glance
The Schecter Synyster Custom-S is a high-end metal machine built for intermediate to advanced players who demand fast, comfortable access and aggressive tonal firepower. Its ultra-thin C-neck profile, 24 X-Jumbo frets, and set-neck Ultra Access make it feel effortless during extended sets, while the Synyster Gates Signature bridge humbucker delivers thick, articulate crunch that cuts through dense mixes. The Sustainiac neck pickup with three switchable modes opens up ambient sustain and feedback textures perfect for progressive metal—backed by a Floyd Rose 1500 bridge for rock-solid tuning and dive-bomb effects.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Hard Rock
- ✓ Progressive
Not the best pick for
- – Jazz
- – Folk
- – Blues
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the Sustainiac pickup and how do I use it?
The Sustainiac neck pickup is an active pickup with a 9-volt clip-in battery that generates sustained tones and feedback textures. It has a 2-way on-off switch and a 3-way mode selector (Fundamental-Mix-Harmonic) to dial in different sustain characters, making it perfect for ambient passages and harmonic control in metal and progressive music.
Is this guitar suitable for metal and hard rock?
Yes—this is a signature model designed specifically for metal and hard rock, with a thick-crunch bridge humbucker, aggressive attack characteristics, and sustained feedback capability. The fast, ultra-thin neck and Floyd Rose tremolo system support both rapid lead work and dynamics essential to the genre.
How does the neck feel and what fretwork does it have?
The neck features an ultra-thin C profile and feather-light body contours designed for extended playing comfort, with 24 X-Jumbo frets on an ebony fretboard and a 16-inch radius that accommodates both lead bends and rhythm work. The three-piece mahogany neck includes carbon fiber reinforcement rods to resist warping while maintaining resonance.
What tuning stability can I expect with the Floyd Rose bridge?
The Floyd Rose 1500 Series nut and bridge provide rock-solid tuning stability and full dive-bomb capability, backed by Grover Rotomatic 18:1 tuners with gold hardware for reliable performance on stage or in the studio.
What are the key specs and what does it come with?
The Synyster Custom-S ships as a complete, right-handed instrument with a mahogany body, set-neck construction, ebony fretboard, 24 X-Jumbo frets, 25.5-inch scale, Floyd Rose 1500 bridge, dual Schecter pickups with Sustainiac switching, and a 9-volt battery compartment. Manufactured in South Korea.
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