Schecter Sun Valley Super Shredder Exotic HT Ziricote guitar in Natura
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- SCHECTER1270
- Color
- Natural
Description
Sound & Tone
The black limba body with ziricote top and bolt-on wenge neck lends a tight, articulate response with firm low end and clear note separation, while the 25.5" scale and hardtail bridge add snap, sustain, and stable pitch under heavy picking. The Schecter USA Sunset Strip bridge pickup pushes aggressive, cutting high-gain leads and rhythm work, and the Pasadena neck unit offers a rounder voice for legato runs and cleaner passages, with the 5-way selector opening up thinner, more scooped in-between sounds. Ebony fretboard and stainless steel frets keep the attack bright and precise, making it a natural fit for modern metal, progressive rock, and technical shred playing.
Schecter Sun Valley Super Shredder Exotic Ziricote Guitar
This Sun Valley Super Shredder delivers a remarkably fast, comfortable playing experience thanks to its thin 'C' neck profile and 24 X-Jumbo stainless steel frets across a 25.5" scale. The exotic ziricote top combined with black limba body construction creates a striking natural satin finish that turns heads on stage while maintaining lightweight playability at 9.5 pounds. Built in South Korea with full Schecter warranty coverage, this instrument arrives setup-ready and unplayed.
Playability & Neck Character
The wenge neck with carbon fiber reinforcement rods stays rock-solid through marathon sets and temperature changes, delivering a responsive, stable platform for fast technical playing. A 12"-16" compound radius ebony fretboard combined with X-Jumbo frets supports both aggressive bending and smooth legato work, while the thin profile and .787"-.866" neck thickness taper make upper-fret access effortless—critical for soloing and complex passages.
Electronics & Hardware
Dual Schecter USA pickups—the Sunset Strip bridge and Pasadena neck—deliver versatile tone control through a 5-way selector with master volume and tone controls, giving you sonic flexibility across genres without sacrificing clarity in a live mix. The Hipshot Ibby HM hardtail bridge with black and chrome hardware eliminates tremolo complexity while maintaining rock-solid tuning stability gig after gig, and Grover Rotomatic 18:1 tuners ensure precise mechanical tuning that holds through your entire set.
Key Features
- Body: Black Limba with Ziricote exotic top, flat contour, bolt-on construction
- Neck: Wenge with carbon fiber reinforcement rods, thin 'C' profile, 25.5" scale length
- Fretboard: Ebony with 24 X-Jumbo stainless steel frets, 12"-16" compound radius
- Fretboard Inlays: Aluminum offset/reverse circles with Luminlay glow-in-the-dark side dots
- Neck Specs: 1.643" nut width, .787" at 1st fret / .866" at 12th fret thickness
- Tuning: Grover Rotomatic 18:1 tuners, Graph Tech XL Black Tusq nut
- Bridge: Hipshot Ibby HM hardtail bridge with black and chrome hardware
- Pickups: Schecter USA Sunset Strip (bridge), Schecter USA Pasadena (neck)
- Controls: Volume, tone, and 5-way pickup selector with metal knurled knobs
- Weight: 9.5 pounds, right-handed configuration
- Strings: Includes Ernie Ball Hybrid Slinky (.009-.046)
- Truss Rod: 2-way adjustable with heel access spoke wheel
The combination of premium components—carbon-reinforced neck, exotic ziricote top, stainless steel frets, and dual Schecter USA pickups—makes this a tour-ready instrument for players demanding uncompromising tone, technical performance, and on-stage reliability.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
| Neck Construction | Bolt-On |
| Country of Manufacture | South Korea |
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At a Glance
The Schecter Sun Valley Super Shredder is a fast, lightweight metal machine built for intermediate to pro players who demand flawless upper-fret access and rock-solid tuning on stage. Its thin 'C' neck profile, carbon-reinforced wenge construction, and 24 X-Jumbo frets combine with dual Schecter USA pickups to deliver articulate highs and punchy bridge tone that cuts through a live mix without sacrificing smooth legato work. The exotic ziricote top and hardtail bridge make this a visually striking, gigging-ready instrument that rewards technical players and stays in tune night after night.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Hard Rock
- ✓ Progressive
- ✓ Shredding/Technical Playing
Not the best pick for
- – Jazz
- – Traditional Blues
- – Acoustic Folk
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this guitar suitable for metal and shredding styles?
Yes—the thin 'C' neck profile, 24 X-Jumbo frets, and 12"-16" compound radius fretboard are specifically designed for fast technical playing, aggressive bending, and smooth legato work. The dual Schecter USA pickups deliver punchy bridge output and articulate highs ideal for metal, hard rock, and progressive music.
What makes the neck stable and fast?
The wenge neck features carbon fiber reinforcement rods that resist warping, combined with a thin 'C' profile and tapered thickness (.787" at the first fret to .866" at the 12th fret) for effortless upper-fret access. The 25.5" scale length and X-Jumbo stainless steel frets provide a responsive, stable platform for technical playing.
How much does this guitar weigh, and what is the finish like?
The guitar weighs 9.5 pounds, making it lightweight for extended playing sessions. The exotic ziricote top combined with black limba body construction creates a striking natural satin finish that stands out visually.
What tuning hardware and bridge does it use?
It features Grover Rotomatic 18:1 tuners with a Graph Tech XL Black Tusq nut for precise mechanical tuning, and a Hipshot Ibby HM hardtail bridge with black and chrome hardware that eliminates tremolo complexity while maintaining rock-solid tuning stability.
Does it come ready to play out of the box?
Yes—the guitar arrives setup-ready and unplayed, with Ernie Ball Hybrid Slinky strings (.009-.046) included, so you can take it straight to the stage or studio.
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