Schecter Synyster Standard guitar in Gloss Black with Silver Pinstripe
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- Open box from our own stock: unboxed, inspected and set up by our techs
- Otherwise new and unplayed, original packaging and factory accessories
- Covered by our 30-day money-back return policy
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- SKU
- SCHECTER1739-U
- Color
- Black
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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.
Open Box - our own stock. This unit was unboxed, inspected and set up by our techs in Temecula; it is otherwise new and unplayed and ships in the original packaging with all factory accessories. Sold as open box at a reduced price. Covered by our 30-day money-back return policy, including any problem on arrival.
More Information
| Condition | Used |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
| Neck Construction | Bolt-On |
| Finish | Gloss Black with Silver Pinstripes |
| Country of Manufacture | Indonesia |
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About this open-box unit
| Condition | Open box - from our own stock, sold at a reduced price |
|---|---|
| Price vs new | $114 under the new unit ($949) |
| Includes | Original packaging and all factory accessories |
| Returns | 30-day money-back return policy |
Prefer a brand-new one? Schecter Synyster Standard guitar in Gloss Black with Silver Pinstripes is in the catalog at $949.
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, Progressive, Hard Rock, Djent |
|---|---|
| Tonal character | Thick, articulate, aggressive, dynamic, potent clarity |
| Less specialized for | 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 this guitar good for metal and progressive styles?
The ultra-thin 'C' neck profile, 24 X-Jumbo frets, and 16-inch radius ebony fretboard enable fast, aggressive lead work and complex passages. Dual Schecter Diamond Synyster Gates Signature Humbuckers produce thick, articulate, potent tones ideal for high-octane genres, and the Floyd Rose Special 'Hot Rod' Locking Tremolo maintains stable tuning through dramatic effects.
What does open-box mean, and is it fully playable?
This unit was unboxed, inspected, and professionally set up by our techs—it is otherwise new and unplayed. It ships in original packaging with all factory accessories and is covered by our 30-day money-back return policy, so it carries full playability assurance at a reduced price.
How does the neck feel and what are the dimensions?
The three-piece mahogany neck features an ultra-thin 'C' profile with carbon fiber reinforcement rods for stability and responsiveness. At the first fret it measures 0.748 inches, and at the 12th fret it measures 0.787 inches; the 25.5-inch scale length and 1.625-inch nut width provide a professional setup ideal for high-energy playing styles.
What tone controls and effects does it offer?
The guitar features dual Schecter Diamond Synyster Gates Signature Humbuckers with a push-pull tone control and 3-way switch for tonal shaping flexibility. The Floyd Rose Special 'Hot Rod' Locking Tremolo (a Schecter exclusive) handles stable tuning through dramatic pitch manipulation and dive-bomb effects.
How does this compare to similar metal guitars?
The Schecter Synyster Standard competes directly with professional-tier models like the Ibanez RG550, ESP LTD EC-1000, and Jackson Soloist, offering comparable playability, hardware quality, and tone profile at a competitive price point, especially at open-box pricing.
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 $58 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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