Schecter Tempest 50th Anniversary guitar in 50th Gold Burst
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- Brand new in original box
- Full Schecter manufacturer's warranty
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- SCHECTER4136
- Color
- Red
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Description
Sound & Tone
Neck-through construction, a carved swamp ash body, and an ebony fretboard push this Tempest toward a bright, articulate voice with strong sustain and tight low end, while the 25.5" scale adds snap and clarity to chords and bends. The Sunset Strip bridge and Pasadena Classic neck pickups cover driven rhythm crunch and singing lead tones, and the push-pull coil split on the master tone opens up thinner, more spanky single-coil sounds for cleans and funk-leaning parts. With dual volume controls, a 3-way toggle, and a thin "C" neck over X-Jumbo stainless frets, it suits rock and hard rock players who switch between rhythm and lead often and want fast, low-friction fretwork.
Schecter Tempest 50th Anniversary Guitar in Gold Burst
The Schecter Tempest 50th Anniversary delivers a neck-through platform with a thin, fast "C" profile and ultra-thin access cutaway that rewards both lead work and extended range playing. This anniversary edition combines premium tonewoods with professional-grade hardware and vintage-inspired aesthetics in a right-handed configuration strung with Ernie Ball Regular Slinky gauge strings.
Playability & Construction
The Maple/Walnut/Padauk multi-ply neck with carbon fiber reinforcement rods ensures rock-solid stability and sustain through long sets and demanding live work, while the carved top swamp ash body with black 1-ply binding balances resonance and stage presence. The 22 X-Jumbo stainless steel frets on an ebony fretboard with luminlay glow-in-the-dark side dot markers and offset brass ring inlays create a premium feel under your hands with excellent fret life and minimal maintenance—built to handle years of touring.
Tone & Electronics
Twin Schecter anniversary edition pickups—the Sunset Strip Anniversary Edition at the bridge and Pasadena Classic Anniversary Edition at the neck—deliver voiced tonal character specific to this 50th anniversary model, cut through a live mix, and respond to your dynamics and touch. The 3-way toggle switch, dual volume controls, master tone with push-pull coil split, and TonePros locking tune-o-matic with string-thru body bridge provide both tonal flexibility and dependable tuning stability you can trust on stage night after night.
Key Features
- Neck-Thru construction with Ultra Access cutaway
- Carved top swamp ash body with black 1-ply binding
- Maple/Walnut/Padauk multi-ply neck with carbon fiber reinforcement rods
- Ultra thin "C" neck shape—19mm at 1st fret, 20mm at 12th fret
- 25.5" scale length
- Ebony fretboard with 22 X-Jumbo stainless steel frets
- Offset brass ring inlays with luminlay glow-in-the-dark side dot markers
- Schecter Sunset Strip Anniversary Edition bridge pickup and Pasadena Classic Anniversary Edition neck pickup
- 3-way toggle switch with dual volume controls and master tone with push-pull coil split
- TonePros "M Series" tuners with TonePros locking tune-o-matic and string-thru body bridge
- Black and gold hardware throughout
- Gold metal dome knobs with black tops
This 50th anniversary edition represents Schecter's commitment to playability, reliability, and lasting value in a professionally equipped instrument built to exacting standards for gigging musicians and serious players.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
| Neck Construction | Neck-Thru-Body |
| Country of Manufacture | South Korea |
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Specifications
| Body Wood | Swamp Ash |
|---|---|
| Scale Length | 25.5" Scale |
| Frets | 22 Frets |
| Fretboard | Ebony |
| Nut Width | 42mm |
| Neck Wood | Maple |
| Neck Profile | Ultra Thin "C" |
| Neck Construction | Neck-Thru-Body |
| Bridge | Tune-O-Matic |
| Strings | 6 |
| Orientation | Right handed |
| Made In | South Korea |
Who This Is For
| Best suited for | Hard Rock, Metal, Progressive, Studio Sessions, Touring |
|---|---|
| Tonal character | Articulate bridge clarity, warm neck response, sustained high-output, tight low end, vintage-modern hybrid |
| Less specialized for | Folk, Jazz (it will do it; instruments voiced for that style do it more easily) |
| Skill level | Intermediate / Advanced / Professional |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this guitar suitable for metal and hard rock, or does it work in other genres?
The Tempest 50th is engineered specifically for hard rock, metal, and progressive music. Its high-output pickups, tight low end, and bridge clarity excel in those styles; jazz and folk are not ideal applications.
What skill level do I need to get the most from this guitar?
Intermediate players and above will unlock its full potential. The ultra-thin C-profile neck (19mm at the first fret, 20mm at the 12th) and aggressive cutaway are optimized for speed and extended-range work, making it most rewarding for players with developed technique.
How does the neck-through construction and carbon fiber reinforcement affect sustain and tuning stability?
Neck-through construction with carbon fiber reinforcement rods delivers exceptional sustain and stability across the 25.5-inch scale, while the TonePros M Series locking tune-o-matic and string-thru body bridge anchor both tone and tuning through demanding live and studio sessions.
What tonal options does the electronics package give me?
The dual-volume setup, master tone with push-pull coil split, and two anniversary-voiced pickups (Sunset Strip bridge, Pasadena Classic neck) provide both bright, articulate tones and warm, sustained response. The coil split opens additional harmonic flexibility for tracking and live performance.
What are the key appointments and specifications I should know?
This right-handed instrument features a 25.5-inch scale, 22 X-Jumbo stainless steel frets on an ebony fretboard, carved swamp ash body with black binding, and offset brass ring inlays with luminlay glow-in-the-dark side dots. It ships strung with Ernie Ball Regular Slinky strings and includes black and gold hardware throughout.
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 $119 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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