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Schecter Sun Valley Super Shredder FR S guitar in Gloss White vs Schecter PT EX guitar in Dorian Gray B-Stock 1179
The Sun Valley Super Shredder FR S is a speed-focused shred machine with a Floyd Rose tremolo and active pickups designed for aggressive metal and standard tuning, while the PT EX is a baritone built for drop tunings and lower extended-range work with a simpler passive signal path and superior neck stability. Choose the Shredder for modern metal and technical standard-tuning play; choose the PT EX if you need deep low-end clarity and plan to use drop or extended tunings.
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Schecter Sun Valley Super Shredder FR S guitar in Gloss White
Schecter PT EX guitar in Dorian Gray B-Stock 1179
Specs side by side
| Schecter Sun Valley Super Shredder FR S guitar in Gloss White | Schecter PT EX guitar in Dorian Gray B-Stock 1179 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $1,049.00 | $799.20 |
| Brand | Schecter | Schecter |
| Series | Schecter Sun Valley Super Shredder | Schecter PT |
| Body | Single Cutaway | Single Cutaway |
| Body Type | Solid | Solid |
| Scale | 25.5" Scale | 27" Scale |
| Strings | 6 | 6 |
| Frets | 24 Frets | 22 Frets |
| Fretboard | Rosewood | Ebony |
| Neck | Maple | Maple |
| Neck Construction | Bolt-On | Bolt-On |
| Pickup Configuration | — | HH |
| Bridge | Floyd Rose Licensed | String-Through Body |
| Year | 2017 | 2023 |
| Condition | New | Refurbished |
Why choose Schecter Sun Valley Super Shredder FR S guitar in Gloss White
- ✓ Floyd Rose Special locking tremolo with hot rod variant for aggressive whammy effects and tuning lock
- ✓ Active EMG Retro Active Hot 70 and Sustainiac neck pickup with independent sustain toggle for aggressive feedback tones
- ✓ Thinner 25.5" scale and X-Jumbo frets optimized for speed and technical passages
- ✓ Dual volume controls and 3-way selector for flexible tonal shaping
Why choose Schecter PT EX guitar in Dorian Gray B-Stock 1179
- ✓ 27" baritone scale length with extended low-end clarity suited to drop tunings and extended-range playing
- ✓ Two carbon fiber reinforcement rods in neck provide exceptional stability and sustain for lower tunings
- ✓ Passive Schecter USA humbuckers with direct signal path deliver warm neck and punchy bridge tones without battery dependence
- ✓ String-through-body bridge design maximizes resonance and sustain
Frequently asked questions
Which guitar is better for drop D or drop C tunings?
The PT EX is purpose-built for extended lower tunings with its 27" baritone scale and carbon fiber reinforcement, keeping tension and clarity in the low end. The Sun Valley Super Shredder's 25.5" scale is optimized for standard and light-drop tunings.
Do I need to change batteries on either guitar?
The Sun Valley Super Shredder requires dual 9-volt batteries to power its active EMG and Sustainiac systems. The PT EX uses passive Schecter USA humbuckers with no battery requirement, making it more maintenance-free.
Which has more tremolo control for whammy effects?
The Sun Valley Super Shredder features a Floyd Rose Special locking tremolo with Schecter's exclusive hot rod variant, designed for aggressive dives and pulls with full tuning lock. The PT EX has a fixed Schecter Diamond PT/H bridge with no tremolo system.
Which fretboard supports faster technical playing?
The Sun Valley Super Shredder's 24 X-Jumbo frets and thinner neck at 25.5" scale are optimized for speed and wide note spacing on technical passages. The PT EX's 22 extra-jumbo frets on a 27" scale prioritize lower-tuning clarity and sustained resonance over shred speed.