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Schecter Synyster Custom guitar in Gloss Black with Silver Pinstripes vs Schecter DJ Ashba guitar in Satin White
The Synyster Custom features a set-neck mahogany construction with 24 frets and dual Schecter humbuckers, optimized for sustained technical passages in metal and progressive rock. The DJ Ashba uses a bolt-on maple neck with 22 frets and EMG/Sustainiac pickups, emphasizing real-time harmonic control for hard rock and modern alternative lead work.
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Schecter Synyster Custom guitar in Gloss Black with Silver Pinstripes
Specs side by side
| Schecter Synyster Custom guitar in Gloss Black with Silver Pinstripes | Schecter DJ Ashba guitar in Satin White | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $1,399.00 | $1,399.00 |
| Brand | Schecter | Schecter |
| Series | Schecter Synyster Gates | — |
| Body | Single Cutaway | Single Cutaway |
| Body Type | Solid | Solid |
| Scale | 25.5" Scale | 34" Scale |
| Strings | 6 | 5 |
| Frets | 24 Frets | 24 Frets |
| Fretboard | Ebony | Rosewood |
| Neck | Mahogany | Maple |
| Neck Construction | Set-Neck | Neck-Thru-Body |
| Pickup Configuration | HH | Active HH |
| Bridge | Floyd Rose Licensed | Tremolo |
| Year | 2017 | 2017 |
| Condition | New | New |
Why choose Schecter Synyster Custom guitar in Gloss Black with Silver Pinstripes
- ✓ Set-neck mahogany construction delivers superior sustain and tonal clarity
- ✓ 24 X-Jumbo frets on 16-inch radius extend upper-fretboard access
- ✓ Dual Schecter USA Synyster Gates Signature humbuckers provide aggressive, high-output tone
- ✓ Ultra Access cutaway and thin C-neck ideal for extended technical passages
Why choose Schecter DJ Ashba guitar in Satin White
- ✓ EMG 81 and Sustainiac pickups offer real-time harmonic shaping and feedback control
- ✓ Bolt-on maple neck provides bright, punchy tone with responsive articulation
- ✓ 14-inch radius ebony fretboard and 22 extra-jumbo frets suit fluid lead playing
- ✓ 3-way Sustainiac mode switching lets you dial sustain character on the fly
Frequently asked questions
Which guitar has more frets and fretboard access?
The Synyster Custom has 24 X-Jumbo frets on a 16-inch radius, while the DJ Ashba has 22 extra-jumbo frets on a 14-inch radius. The Synyster Custom extends further up the neck for advanced technical work.
How do the neck constructions differ?
The Synyster Custom uses a set-neck mahogany construction with carbon fiber reinforcement for maximum sustain and stability. The DJ Ashba uses a bolt-on maple neck, which typically produces brighter, punchier tone with slightly less sustain.
What are the key pickup differences?
The Synyster Custom has dual Schecter USA humbuckers for traditional high-output metal tone. The DJ Ashba pairs an EMG 81 bridge with a Sustainiac neck pickup, allowing real-time harmonic control and feedback shaping via a 3-way mode switch.
Which guitar suits metal vs. hard rock lead playing?
The Synyster Custom excels in metal and progressive rock with its sustain-rich tone and extended fret access. The DJ Ashba is better for hard rock and modern alternative where punchy, articulate highs and responsive technique-dependent tone are priorities.