Schecter Sun Valley Super Shredder Exotic FR Ziricote guitar in Natura
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- SCHECTER1266
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- Natural
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Description
Sound & Tone
The ziricote top over black limba gives this Sun Valley Super Shredder a punchy, articulate voice with natural brightness and long sustain, and the 25.5" scale on a wenge neck and ebony fretboard tightens up the attack for high-gain work. The Schecter USA Sunset Strip bridge pickup handles aggressive lead and rhythm tones while the Pasadena neck pickup offers warmer, more textured voices, with a 5-way switch covering the ground in between. Paired with the Floyd Rose 1500 tremolo and 24-fret double-cutaway access, it sits squarely in modern metal, progressive rock, and technical shred territory.
Schecter Sun Valley Super Shredder FR Guitar Exotic Ziricote
The Sun Valley Super Shredder FR delivers the speed and precision modern shredders demand. Its responsive Floyd Rose 1500 Series tremolo system pairs with a fast thin 'C' neck profile that excels in aggressive technical passages and controlled, expressive playing alike. The exotic ziricote top over black limba produces punchy articulation and natural brightness with excellent sustain—cutting cleanly through high-gain applications while maintaining warmth across the dynamic range. The double-cutaway design grants unrestricted upper-fret access, making this guitar purpose-built for modern metal, progressive rock, and demanding shredding work on stage and in the studio.
Playability & Feel
The wenge neck with carbon fiber reinforcement rods and 24 X-Jumbo stainless steel frets on a 12"-16" compound radius ebony fretboard deliver a fast, forgiving platform that handles speed runs and chord work with equal authority. Neck thickness measures .787" at the 1st fret and .866" at the 12th fret, supporting the thin 'C' profile that keeps hand fatigue minimal during marathon sessions. The Floyd Rose 1500 Series nut, Grover Rotomatic 18:1 tuners, and 2-way adjustable truss rod with heel access ensure stable tuning and straightforward setup tweaks—essential for gigging reliability.
Tone & Electronics
The Schecter USA Sunset Strip bridge pickup and Schecter USA Pasadena neck pickup pairing delivers aggressive lead tones and warmer, textured rhythm voices across the 5-way switch. A single volume and tone control keep the signal path clean and direct, letting the pickups' character and the ziricote body's natural resonance shine without unnecessary complexity—ideal for players who want their playing, not circuit routing, to shape the tone.
Key Features
- Body: Black Limba with Ziricote top; bolt-on construction
- Neck: Wenge with carbon fiber reinforcement rods; thin 'C' profile
- Scale: 25.5" (648mm)
- Fretboard: Ebony; 12"-16" compound radius
- Frets: 24 X-Jumbo stainless steel
- Hardware: Floyd Rose 1500 Series bridge and nut; black and chrome finish
- Tuners: Grover Rotomatic 18:1
- Pickups: Schecter USA Sunset Strip (bridge) and Pasadena (neck)
- Controls: Volume, tone, 5-way switch
- Nut width: 1.625" (41.3mm)
- Inlays: Aluminum offset/reverse circles with Luminlay glow-in-the-dark side dots
The Sun Valley Super Shredder FR merges premium materials, refined hardware, and articulate electronics into an instrument built to handle unforgiving technique while delivering the clarity and sustain modern high-gain playing demands.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
| Neck Construction | Bolt-On |
| Country of Manufacture | South Korea |
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Specifications
| Body Style | Double Cutaway |
|---|---|
| Scale Length | 25.5" Scale |
| Frets | 24 Frets |
| Fretboard | Ebony |
| Neck Wood | Wenge |
| Neck Construction | Bolt-On |
| Bridge | Floyd Rose Licensed |
| Strings | 6 |
| Orientation | Right handed |
| Model Year | 2021 |
| Made In | South Korea |
Who This Is For
| Best suited for | Metal, Progressive, Hard Rock, Drop Tunings |
|---|---|
| Tonal character | Punchy articulation, natural brightness, excellent sustain, articulate in high-gain, dynamic range |
| Less specialized for | Jazz, Blues, Folk (it will do it; instruments voiced for that style do it more easily) |
| Skill level | Intermediate / Advanced / Professional |
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes the thin 'C' neck profile and compound radius fretboard good for metal and technical playing?
The thin 'C' profile minimizes hand fatigue during speed runs and extended sessions, while the 12-16 inch compound radius fretboard balances fast single-note work with comfortable chord work. Combined with 24 X-Jumbo stainless steel frets, this setup rewards aggressive technical technique without sacrificing ergonomic comfort.
How stable is the Floyd Rose 1500 Series tremolo for drop tunings and heavy music?
The Floyd Rose 1500 Series bridge and matching nut deliver the tuning stability demanded by modern metal and progressive rock players, maintaining lock-in through aggressive tremolo use and extended playing sessions. The double-cutaway design provides the upper-fret access and balance needed for drop-tuning applications.
What pickups are included and how do they handle different playing styles within metal and hard rock?
The guitar features a Schecter USA Sunset Strip bridge pickup for aggressive lead tones and a Schecter USA Pasadena neck pickup for warmer rhythm voices, selectable via a 5-way switch. Direct volume and tone controls keep the signal path responsive, allowing you to dial in articulate high-gain definition or warmer textures depending on your playing approach.
How does the ziricote top affect tone and sustain?
The exotic ziricote top over black limba delivers punchy articulation and natural brightness with excellent sustain, cutting cleanly through high-gain applications. The bolt-on construction and ziricote body's natural resonance maintain clarity and articulate sustain while preserving dynamic range across the frequency spectrum.
What are the key hardware and setup features that support reliable, straightforward maintenance?
The guitar includes Grover Rotomatic 18:1 tuners for stable tuning and easy adjustments, a heel truss rod for straightforward neck maintenance, and a 25.5-inch scale with a 1.625-inch nut width. These features ensure the instrument stays in proper setup and remains road-reliable during touring and heavy use.
Do I pay sales tax on this order?
Sales tax is collected only on orders shipped to California; orders shipped to any other US state are not charged sales tax at checkout when you buy direct from our website. At a typical 7% rate that is an estimated $98 less at checkout than the same listed price on a marketplace, which collects sales tax as the facilitator in most states. Buyers remain responsible for any use tax their state applies. Free US shipping and 30-day returns are included.
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