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Schecter Sun Valley Super Shredder FR S guitar in Gloss White vs Schecter Demon-6 FR-S guitar in , Aged Black Satin
The Sun Valley Super Shredder FR S uses a mahogany body with EMG Retro Active Hot 70 pickups for aggressive midrange punch and tight lows, while the Demon-6 FR-S pairs a carved basswood body with Schecter Diamond Active and Sustainiac pickups for versatile rhythm and lead textures. Choose the Sun Valley for pure metal aggression; pick the Demon-6 for tonal flexibility across studio and live settings.
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Schecter Sun Valley Super Shredder FR S guitar in Gloss White
Schecter Demon-6 FR-S guitar in , Aged Black Satin
Specs side by side
| Schecter Sun Valley Super Shredder FR S guitar in Gloss White | Schecter Demon-6 FR-S guitar in , Aged Black Satin | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $1,049.00 | $999.00 |
| Brand | Schecter | Schecter |
| Series | Schecter Sun Valley Super Shredder | Schecter Demon |
| Body | Single Cutaway | — |
| Body Type | Solid | — |
| Scale | 25.5" Scale | 25.5" Scale |
| Strings | 6 | 6 |
| Frets | 24 Frets | 24 Frets |
| Fretboard | Rosewood | Rosewood |
| Neck | Maple | Maple |
| Neck Construction | Bolt-On | Bolt-On |
| Bridge | Floyd Rose Licensed | Floyd Rose Licensed |
| Year | 2017 | Unknown |
| Condition | New | New |
Why choose Schecter Sun Valley Super Shredder FR S guitar in Gloss White
- ✓ Mahogany body delivers tight lows and focused midrange ideal for metal
- ✓ EMG Retro Active Hot 70 bridge pickup provides high output and articulate attack
- ✓ Established tone character optimized for djent and progressive metal
- ✓ Slightly more affordable entry point to professional-grade metal platform
Why choose Schecter Demon-6 FR-S guitar in , Aged Black Satin
- ✓ Basswood body with carved top offers balanced tonal response across multiple genres
- ✓ Diamond Active bridge paired with Sustainiac neck pickup provides singing leads and harmonic sustain
- ✓ Dual mini switches for pickup control enable quick tonal switching during performance
- ✓ Aged Black Satin finish with crème binding offers distinctive visual appeal
Frequently asked questions
What's the main tonal difference between these two?
The Sun Valley emphasizes aggressive midrange and tight lows through its mahogany body and EMG Retro Active Hot 70 bridge pickup, creating a focused metal tone. The Demon-6's basswood body and Diamond Active/Sustainiac combination produces a more balanced, versatile palette that works across rhythm and lead styles.
Are the neck and playability specs identical?
Yes—both feature a thin 'C' neck profile (0.787" at 1st fret, 0.866" at 12th fret), 24 jumbo frets, 25.5" scale, 14" fretboard radius, and Floyd Rose Special locking systems. Playability is virtually identical; the difference is body resonance and pickup response.
Which is better for studio recording?
The Demon-6 FR-S edges ahead for studio versatility because its Sustainiac neck pickup and dual mini switches allow quick tonal shifts between takes. The Sun Valley excels if your session focuses on heavy rhythm and aggressive riffs where focused midrange is an asset.
Do either come with a case?
Neither includes a case in the standard package; both require separate case purchase. Both are factory-set and warranted by Schecter.