Schecter Synyster Standard guitar in Gloss Black with Silver Pinstripe
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- SKU
- SCHECTER1739
- Color
- Black
. Description
Sound & Tone
The mahogany body and three-piece mahogany neck lend weight and warmth to the low end, while the ebony fretboard and 25.5" scale tighten up the attack and keep note definition crisp under high gain. The Schecter Diamond Synyster Gates Signature humbuckers push an aggressive, articulate voice at the bridge and a fuller neck tone, with a push-pull tone control and 3-way switch for further shaping. With 24 X-Jumbo frets on a 16" radius and a Floyd Rose Special locking tremolo, it's aimed squarely at metal, hard rock, and progressive playing where fast lead runs, wide bends, and dive bombs are part of the vocabulary.
Schecter Synyster Standard Electric Guitar Gloss Black Silver Pinstripes
The Schecter Synyster Standard delivers a buttery smooth playability experience thanks to its ultra-thin 'C' neck profile and fast ebony fretboard, making intricate lead work and rapid passages feel natural and effortless. Equipped with Schecter Diamond Synyster Gates Signature Humbuckers and a Floyd Rose Special 'Hot Rod' Locking Tremolo, this instrument produces thick, articulate tones that excel across metal, progressive rock, and hard rock applications. The comfortable body contours and balanced weight make extended playing sessions feel like second nature, while the striking gloss black finish with silver pinstripes commands visual presence on any stage.
Playability & Feel
The three-piece mahogany neck features carbon fiber reinforcement rods and measures .748" at the first fret and .787" at the 12th fret, providing structural stability and a fast, responsive playing surface. Twenty-four X-Jumbo frets on a 16" radius ebony fretboard support both aggressive bending and precision work, while the 25.5" scale length and 1.625" nut width deliver a professional setup ideal for high-energy playing styles.
Tone & Electronics
Dual Schecter Diamond Synyster Gates Signature Humbuckers deliver potent clarity and aggression with dynamic responsiveness across all registers. The push-pull tone control and 3-way switch provide tonal shaping flexibility, while the Floyd Rose Special 'Hot Rod' Locking Tremolo (a Schecter exclusive) ensures stable tuning through dramatic pitch manipulation and dive-bomb effects.
Key Features
- Body: Mahogany with flat top contour and black 1-ply binding
- Construction: Bolt-on for resonance and accessibility
- Neck: Three-piece mahogany with carbon fiber reinforcement rods
- Neck Shape: Ultra Thin 'C' profile
- Scale Length: 25.5" (648mm)
- Fretboard: Ebony with 24 X-Jumbo frets and 16" radius
- Inlays: Pearloid 'Syn' logo with Death Bat at 12th fret
- Bridge: Floyd Rose Special 'Hot Rod' Locking Tremolo (Schecter exclusive)
- Pickups: Schecter Diamond Synyster Gates Signature Humbuckers (bridge and neck)
- Hardware: Black with metal knurled knobs and set screws
- Nut: Floyd Rose Special, 1.625" width
- Tuners: Schecter
This professional-grade instrument combines meticulous hardware specification with signature electronics to deliver uncompromising performance for serious players across high-octane genres.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
| Neck Construction | Bolt-On |
| Country of Manufacture | Indonesia |
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Specifications
| Body Style | Single Cutaway |
|---|---|
| Scale Length | 25.5" Scale |
| Frets | 24 Frets |
| Fretboard | Ebony |
| Neck Wood | Mahogany |
| Neck Construction | Bolt-On |
| Pickups | HH |
| Bridge | Floyd Rose Licensed |
| Strings | 6 |
| Orientation | Right handed |
| Model Year | 2017 |
| Made In | Indonesia |
Who This Is For
| Best suited for | Metal, Hard Rock, Progressive, Djent |
|---|---|
| Tonal character | Thick humbuckers, articulate aggression, dynamic responsiveness, potent clarity, dive-bomb capable |
| 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 neck profile and fretboard radius does this guitar have?
The Synyster Standard features an ultra-thin 'C' profile neck that measures 0.748" at the first fret and 0.787" at the 12th fret, paired with a 16" radius ebony fretboard and 24 X-Jumbo frets. This combination supports both aggressive bending and precision work across a 25.5" scale length with a 1.625" nut width.
What pickups and electronics are included?
Dual Schecter Diamond Synyster Gates Signature Humbuckers deliver the tone, controlled via a 3-way switch and push-pull tone control for shaping flexibility. The Floyd Rose Special 'Hot Rod' Locking Tremolo is Schecter's exclusive version, engineered for stable tuning through dive-bombs and dramatic pitch manipulation.
What genres is this guitar best suited for?
The Synyster Standard excels in metal, hard rock, progressive rock, and djent applications. It is not designed for jazz, blues, or folk playing styles.
How is the neck constructed, and what makes it stable?
The three-piece mahogany neck includes carbon fiber reinforcement rods for structural stability and responsiveness during extended playing. This construction helps maintain tuning integrity and playability through aggressive technique and long sessions.
Is this guitar suitable for intermediate players, or do I need to be advanced?
The Synyster Standard is built for intermediate, advanced, and professional players. Its fast playability and responsive hardware are designed to support serious players tackling complex lead work and high-energy playing styles.
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 $66 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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