Schecter Avenger FR-S 50th Anniversary guitar in 50th Gold Burst
- Brand new in original box
- Full Schecter manufacturer's warranty
- Free shipping in the continental US
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- SKU
- SCHECTER4138
- Color
- Red
Description
Schecter Avenger FR-S 50th Anniversary Guitar in Gold Burst
The Avenger FR-S 50th Anniversary delivers an exceptionally thin neck profile and balanced weight distribution that enables extended tracking sessions without fatigue. This neck-thru construction paired with a carved swamp ash body creates an instrument engineered for both precision recording and rich harmonic capture, bridging the gap between technical facility and tonal character essential to modern production. Built for studio professionals who demand responsive tracking capability and distinctive voice from their high-performance machine.
Recording Responsiveness & Comfort
The ultra-thin "C" neck profile measures 19mm at the first fret and 20mm at the twelfth, paired with a 25.5" scale and 24 X-Jumbo stainless steel frets for consistent articulation and clean note definition. The 12"-16" compound fretboard radius on ebony fretboard transitions smoothly across the neck, while Luminlay glow-in-the-dark side dots aid navigation during dimly-lit session work. A Floyd Rose 1500 bridge with locking Floyd Rose nut maintains pitch stability across takes and handles tremolo modulation effects with precision control.
Tonal Character & Pickup Configuration
The Sunset Strip Anniversary Edition bridge humbucker paired with a Gold Sustainiac delivers both aggressive harmonic density and sustain manipulation for textural layering and pad work, controlled through master volume, master tone, and a 3-way toggle with dual Sustainiac mini switches. Hardware in black and gold, combined with the TonePros M Series tuners, ensures reliable tuning stability and tonal consistency across tracking sessions.
Key Features
- Swamp ash body with carved top and black 1-ply binding
- Neck-thru construction with Ultra Access
- Maple/walnut/padauk multi-ply neck with carbon fiber reinforcement rods
- Ultra thin "C" neck profile (19mm–20mm thickness)
- 25.5" scale with 24 X-Jumbo stainless steel frets
- Ebony fretboard with 12"-16" compound radius
- Offset brass ring inlays with Luminlay glow-in-the-dark side dots
- Floyd Rose 1500 bridge with Floyd Rose locking nut (41.3mm width)
- TonePros M Series tuners with 2-way adjustable truss rod
- Sunset Strip Anniversary Edition bridge humbucker and Gold Sustainiac pickups
- Master volume, master tone, 3-way toggle, and dual Sustainiac mini switches
- Black and gold hardware throughout
This 50th Anniversary edition combines Schecter's ergonomic mastery with premium appointments and electronics, delivering professional-grade studio performance in a distinctly luxury package.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
| Neck Construction | Neck-Thru-Body |
| Country of Manufacture | South Korea |
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At a Glance
The Schecter Avenger FR-S 50th Anniversary is a professional-grade recording platform designed to capture aggressive harmonic density and precise sustain manipulation in metal, hard rock, and progressive sessions. Its Sunset Strip Anniversary Edition bridge humbucker and Gold Sustainiac system, paired with dual mini-switches for intuitive control, sit naturally in dense mixes while the ultra-thin neck profile and compound fretboard radius enable tight, articulate tracking and layering without fatigue. The Floyd Rose 1500 system ensures tuning stability across multiple takes, making this a versatile studio workhorse for engineers and producers tracking heavy, technically demanding material.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Hard Rock
- ✓ Progressive
- ✓ Shredding
Not the best pick for
- – Jazz
- – Folk
- – Country
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes the neck feel different from other shred guitars?
The Avenger FR-S features an ultra-thin C-profile measuring 19mm at the first fret and 20mm at the twelfth, paired with a 25.5" scale and 24 X-Jumbo stainless steel frets. The 12"–16" compound radius ebony fretboard transitions smoothly across the neck and reduces hand fatigue during extended technical playing.
How stable is the Floyd Rose system on this guitar?
The Floyd Rose 1500 bridge is paired with a Floyd Rose locking nut and TonePros M Series tuners, engineered to maintain tuning stability through aggressive playing and dive-bomb techniques. The multi-ply neck with carbon fiber reinforcement rods provides additional structural rigidity.
What are the pickup options and how do they control tone?
The guitar features a Sunset Strip Anniversary Edition bridge humbucker and a Gold Sustainiac in the neck position, controlled via master volume, master tone, a 3-way toggle, and dual Sustainiac mini switches for intuitive sustain and harmonic manipulation. This setup delivers aggressive harmonic density alongside refined articulate treble response.
Is this guitar suitable for metal, hard rock, and progressive styles?
Yes—the Avenger FR-S is purpose-built for metal, hard rock, progressive, and shredding. Its technical responsiveness, sustain characteristics, and harmonic control make it less suited to jazz, folk, or country applications.
What construction methods contribute to the refined feel and tone?
Neck-thru construction with a multi-ply maple, walnut, and padauk neck reinforced with carbon fiber rods, combined with a carved swamp ash body and black 1-ply binding, creates balanced weight distribution and tonal consistency. This design rewards extended playing without fatigue.
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