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Schecter Synyster Custom-S LH guitar in Satin Gold Burst vs Schecter C-7 FR S Apocalypse guitar in Red Reign
The Synyster Custom-S is a left-handed, 6-string instrument optimized for aggressive lead work and standard tunings, while the C-7 FR-S is a 7-string extended-range guitar designed for lower tunings and djent/progressive players seeking broader harmonic palette. Choose the Synyster if you play left-handed and prefer traditional 6-string metal; choose the C-7 if you want seven strings, extended low-end clarity, and a longer 26.5" scale.
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Schecter Synyster Custom-S LH guitar in Satin Gold Burst
Schecter C-7 FR S Apocalypse guitar in Red Reign
Specs side by side
| Schecter Synyster Custom-S LH guitar in Satin Gold Burst | Schecter C-7 FR S Apocalypse guitar in Red Reign | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $1,649.00 | $1,649.00 |
| Brand | Schecter | Schecter |
| Series | — | Schecter Apocalypse |
| Body | Single Cutaway | — |
| Body Type | Solid | Solid |
| Scale | 25.5" Scale | 26.5" Scale |
| Strings | 6 | 7 |
| Frets | 24 Frets | 24 Frets |
| Fretboard | Ebony | Ebony |
| Neck | Mahogany | Maple |
| Neck Construction | Set-Neck | Set-Neck |
| Pickup Configuration | HH | — |
| Bridge | Floyd Rose Licensed | Floyd Rose Licensed |
| Year | 2018 | 2019 |
| Condition | New | New |
Why choose Schecter Synyster Custom-S LH guitar in Satin Gold Burst
- ✓ Left-handed configuration—essential for left-handed players, rare in high-end metal instruments
- ✓ Ultra Thin 'C' neck (.748" at 1st fret) slightly slimmer for faster lead technique
- ✓ Glow-in-the-dark side dots and distinctive gold pearloid inlays for visibility and aesthetics
Why choose Schecter C-7 FR S Apocalypse guitar in Red Reign
- ✓ Seven-string design expands harmonic and tuning range for progressive and extended-range metal
- ✓ 26.5" extended scale delivers clarity and string tension in lower tunings
- ✓ Set-neck construction with Ultra Access balances upper-fret playability with tonal coherence
Frequently asked questions
Which guitar suits drop tunings better?
The C-7 FR-S excels in extended drop tunings thanks to its 26.5" scale, which maintains string tension and clarity in lower frequencies. The Synyster Custom-S, at standard 6-string scale, handles drop tunings adequately but lacks the extended-range clarity of the seven-string.
What's the key playability difference?
The Synyster has a marginally slimmer neck (.748" at 1st fret vs. .787" on the C-7) and is left-handed. The C-7 offers a compound 12"-16" radius versus the Synyster's 16" radius, providing slightly more playability variation across the neck.
Are the pickups and Sustainiac systems the same?
Both feature Schecter USA Sustainiac neck pickups and Floyd Rose 1500 Series bridges. The Synyster uses Synyster Gates Signature humbuckers, while the C-7 uses Apocalypse-VII pickups—both high-output designs voiced for aggression, though the Apocalypse pickup is voiced for modern seven-string tonality.
Who should buy which?
Left-handed players and 6-string purists should choose the Synyster Custom-S. Progressive metal, djent, and extended-range enthusiasts seeking lower-tuning clarity and seven strings should pick the C-7 FR-S.