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Schecter Sun Valley Super Shredder FR S guitar in Riviera Blue vs Schecter Sun Valley Super Shredder FR S Electric Guitar Birch Green
Both are identically-spec'd Schecter Sun Valley Super Shredder FR-S guitars in different finishes (Riviera Blue vs. Birch Green). The only substantive difference is aesthetic—choose based on which color appeals to you, as hardware, electronics, playability, and price are identical.
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Schecter Sun Valley Super Shredder FR S guitar in Riviera Blue
Schecter Sun Valley Super Shredder FR S Electric Guitar Birch Green
Specs side by side
| Schecter Sun Valley Super Shredder FR S guitar in Riviera Blue | Schecter Sun Valley Super Shredder FR S Electric Guitar Birch Green | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $1,049.00 | $1,049.00 |
| Brand | Schecter | Schecter |
| Series | Schecter Sun Valley Super Shredder | Schecter Sun Valley Super Shredder |
| Body | Single Cutaway | Single Cutaway |
| Body Type | Solid | Solid |
| Scale | 25.5" Scale | 25.5" Scale |
| Strings | 6 | 6 |
| Frets | 24 Frets | 24 Frets |
| Fretboard | Ebony | Ebony |
| Neck | Maple | Maple |
| Neck Construction | Bolt-On | Bolt-On |
| Bridge | Floyd Rose Licensed | Tremolo |
| Year | 2018 | 2018 |
| Condition | New | New |
Why choose Schecter Sun Valley Super Shredder FR S guitar in Riviera Blue
- ✓ Riviera Blue finish for players preferring cooler, ocean-toned aesthetics
- ✓ Identical EMG Retro Active and Sustainiac electronics for harmonic flexibility
- ✓ Floyd Rose Special tremolo with tuning stability for aggressive techniques
Why choose Schecter Sun Valley Super Shredder FR S Electric Guitar Birch Green
- ✓ Birch Green finish for players seeking warmer, natural-wood-inspired appearance
- ✓ Same professional-grade active dual-circuit electronics and Sustainiac modes
- ✓ Identical thin 'C' neck profile and 24 X-Jumbo frets for speed and comfort
Frequently asked questions
Are the pickups and electronics the same between these two?
Yes. Both feature EMG Retro Active Hot 70 bridge pickups, Sustainiac neck pickups, dual independent control circuits, and three-way Sustainiac mode switching (Fundamental-Mix-Harmonic) powered by dual 9-volt batteries.
Do they have identical necks and fretboards?
Yes. Both feature a thin 'C' maple neck profile (0.787" at 1st fret, 0.866" at 12th fret), 25.5" scale, 14" radius ebony fretboard, 24 X-Jumbo frets, and 1.625" nut width with offset/reverse dot inlays.
Is the tremolo system the same on both?
Yes. Both are equipped with Floyd Rose Special 'Hot Rod' locking tremolos for rock-solid tuning stability and expressive pitch control, paired with Schecter tuners.
What's the actual difference between these two models?
The only difference is finish color: Riviera Blue versus Birch Green. All specifications, electronics, hardware, and construction are identical. Price and playability are the same.