Schecter E-1 FR-S Electro-Resin Guitar
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- Full Schecter manufacturer's warranty
- Free shipping in the continental US
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- SCHECTER605
. Description
Sound & Tone
The mahogany body with flamed maple top and 25.5" scale give this a firm, articulate voice with tight low end and clear note separation, while the Seymour Duncan '78 bridge humbucker leans into thick, vintage-flavored crunch that cleans up for chordal work and pushes into saturated lead tones. The Sustainiac neck pickup adds endless singing sustain and controlled feedback-style effects, switchable through its two mini switches for harmonic modes without relying on volume or room noise. Paired with the Floyd Rose 1500 locking tremolo and 24 jumbo frets on a compound-radius Pale Moon Ebony board, it suits hard rock, metal, and progressive players who want expressive divebombs, long-held melodic leads, and fast single-note runs.
Schecter E-1 FR-S Electro-Resin Guitar
The E-1 FR-S captures aggressive tonal character with exceptional tracking and responsiveness, delivering a lightweight instrument that translates dynamic playing technique directly into recordings. The resin-filled fractal-burned top on flamed maple provides visual interest while the thin "C" neck profile and deep cutaway access enable fast movement across the full range, critical for layered guitar tracks and experimental textures. Built to perform across progressive and unconventional session demands where both tonal character and playability support serious production work.
Playability & Fretboard Access
The 25.5" scale paired with a mahogany 3-piece neck in a thin "C" profile (20mm at the first fret, 22mm at the twelfth) enables quick position shifts and comfortable tracking across all registers. The deep insert joint with ultra access eliminates fret-reach limitations during overdubs, while 24 jumbo frets on a 12"-16" compound radius fretboard maintain tight intonation whether recording open voicings or rapid single-note lines.
Tone & Electronics
A Seymour Duncan '78 bridge pickup with chrome cover paired with a Sustainiac® neck pickup covers a wide tonal palette—from traditional humbucker warmth to infinite sustain and resonant feedback textures without unwanted noise. Independent 2 Sustainiac Mini Switches alongside standard volume/tone and 3-way selector provide precise mid-session switching and layering control, while the 9-volt clip-in battery compartment powers the Sustainiac without permanent modification to the instrument.
Key Features
- Model: E-1 FR-S Electro-Resin, Right Handed
- Body: Mahogany with flamed maple top featuring resin-filled fractal burns
- Finish: Gloss Natural
- Neck: Mahogany 3-piece, thin "C" profile, 25.5" scale
- Fretboard: Pale Moon Ebony with mother of pearl block inlays, 12"-16" compound radius
- 24 jumbo frets with deep insert joint and ultra access cutaway
- Hardware: Floyd Rose 1500 locking bridge and nut (41.3mm nut width), TonePros M Series tuners
- Chrome hardware with white/black multi-ply binding
- Bridge Pickup: Seymour Duncan '78 with chrome cover
- Neck Pickup: Sustainiac® with 2 mini switches for independent control
- Controls: Volume/Tone/3-way pickup selector plus Sustainiac switching
- 9-volt clip-in battery compartment for Sustainiac operation
- 2-way adjustable truss rod with 5/32" Allen nut
The E-1 FR-S combines locking tremolo stability, modern fretboard access, and dual-pickup versatility to serve progressive and experimental recording sessions where tonal range and playability both drive production value.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
| Country of Manufacture | South Korea |
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Specifications
| Body Wood | Mahogany |
|---|---|
| Scale Length | 25.5" Scale |
| Frets | 24 Frets |
| Fretboard | Ebony |
| Nut Width | 41.3mm |
| Neck Wood | Mahogany |
| Neck Profile | Thin "C" |
| Pickup Models | Sustainiac® (neck), Seymour Duncan '78 with Chrome Cover (bridge) |
| Bridge | Floyd Rose Licensed |
| Strings | 6 |
| Orientation | Right handed |
| Made In | South Korea |
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Progressive
- ✓ Djent
- ✓ Extended Range
- ✓ Experimental Music
- ✓ Studio Sessions
Not the best pick for
- – Country
- – Traditional Jazz
- – Folk
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What skill level is this guitar designed for?
The E-1 FR-S is built for intermediate to professional players comfortable with extended-range instruments, locking bridges, and active pickup systems. The thin C-neck profile and deep cutaway make rapid playing and upper-fret access natural, but the Floyd Rose 1500 and Sustainiac switching do require some hands-on familiarity to get the most from them.
What is the Sustainiac pickup and how do I control it?
The Sustainiac neck pickup generates infinite sustain and feedback-like tones without actual feedback, powered by a 9-volt clip-in battery that requires no permanent modification to the guitar. Two independent mini switches let you engage and modulate the Sustainiac independently from the standard volume, tone, and 3-way pickup selector.
What genres and playing styles is this guitar best suited for?
The E-1 FR-S is purpose-built for progressive, djent, extended-range, and experimental music where locking-bridge tuning stability, sustain control, and rapid fretboard access are essential. It is not optimized for country, traditional jazz, or folk playing.
What are the neck dimensions and fretboard specifications?
The neck is mahogany, 3-piece, 25.5 scale with a thin C profile measuring 20mm at the first fret and 22mm at the twelfth. The Pale Moon Ebony fretboard features 24 jumbo frets on a 12-inch-to-16-inch compound radius, ensuring tight intonation and comfortable play across all registers.
What bridge and tuning hardware does this guitar have?
The E-1 FR-S is equipped with a Floyd Rose 1500 locking bridge and locking nut at 41.3mm width, paired with TonePros M Series tuners for stable, precise tuning retention during aggressive tremolo use and extended-range playing.
Do I pay sales tax on this order?
We collect sales tax only on orders shipped to California. Orders shipped to any other US state are charged $0 sales tax at checkout when you buy direct from our website. On this item that is roughly $140 less out the door than the same listed price at a national retailer or on a marketplace. Marketplaces such as eBay, Reverb and Amazon collect sales tax in nearly every state as marketplace facilitators no matter who the seller is, so the same item at the same price costs less bought direct. Free US shipping and 30-day returns are included. Some states ask buyers to self-report use tax on out-of-state purchases.
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