Schecter E-1 FR S Special Edition guitar in Trans Purple Burst
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- SKU
- SCHECTER3071
- Color
- Purple
. Description
Sound & Tone
The mahogany body and quilted maple top give this E-1 FR S a warm, resonant foundation with long sustain, while the Schecter USA Apocalypse VI bridge humbucker adds high-output bite for tight rhythm work and cutting lead lines. The 25.5" scale and ebony fretboard keep note definition clear and articulate, and the Sustainiac in the neck position extends single notes indefinitely with mode switching that ranges from smooth ambient swells to squealing feedback. Paired with the Floyd Rose 1500 bridge, it's aimed squarely at progressive metal, hard rock, and lead-heavy playing that leans on dive bombs and sustained melodic passages.
Schecter E-1 FR S Special Edition Electric Guitar in Trans Purple Burst
This E-1 FR S Special Edition is engineered for studio tracking and production work that demands both precision and sonic character. The thin 'C' neck profile and set-neck construction enable fast, accurate performance across extended passages, while the mahogany body with quilted maple top captures warm, resonant tones with excellent sustain and definition in the mix. The Floyd Rose 1500 Series bridge and active Sustainiac pickup system provide the tonal flexibility and expressive control needed for layered arrangement work and progressive material.
Playability & Recording Precision
The three-piece mahogany neck features carbon fiber reinforcement rods for stability and a thin 'C' profile that measures 0.787" at the 1st fret and 0.866" at the 12th fret, allowing consistent intonation and smooth position shifts during multi-take sessions. A 25.5" scale length and 12"-16" compound radius ebony fretboard with 24 X-Jumbo stainless steel frets support precise articulation, clean chord voicings, and aggressive bending techniques without dead spots or fret noise artifacts.
Tone & Pickup Architecture
The bridge position houses a Schecter USA Apocalypse VI humbucker paired with a Sustainiac neck pickup, controlled via dedicated on/off and mode-selection mini switches alongside master volume and tone controls. This configuration delivers focused, high-output aggression for rhythm layers and lead tracking in the bridge position, while the Sustainiac neck pickup enables sustain and feedback effects ranging from ambient texture layers to intense harmonic content—useful for building depth and dimension across multiple guitar tracks.
Key Features
- Model: Schecter E-1 FR S Special Edition (Item #3071)
- Construction: Set-Neck w/Ultra Access, mahogany body with quilted maple top
- Neck: 3-piece mahogany with carbon fiber reinforcement rods, thin 'C' profile
- Scale: 25.5" (648mm)
- Fretboard: Ebony with 24 X-Jumbo stainless steel frets, 12"-16" compound radius
- Fretboard inlays: Mother of Pearl blocks with glow-in-the-dark side dot markers
- Bridge: Floyd Rose 1500 Series
- Tuners: Grover Rotomatic 18:1
- Bridge Pickup: Schecter USA Apocalypse VI Humbucker
- Neck Pickup: Sustainiac with on/off and mode switching
- Hardware: Black finish throughout
- Finish: Trans Purple Burst
- Origin: South Korea
The combination of premium tonewoods, reinforced neck construction, professional-grade hardware, and dual-mode active electronics makes this E-1 FR S a dependable tracking instrument for studio sessions and production work across diverse and demanding musical styles.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
| Neck Construction | Set-Neck |
| Country of Manufacture | South Korea |
Reviews
The instrument is packed with every single desired feature one could wish for. Stainless steel frets, Floyd Rose tremolo, fantastic sounding pickups. How about the carbon fiber binding on body and fretboard. The sustainiac feature puts this over the top. I might have to buy another one. Service from studiogears is spectacular. Don took care of everything. The guitar arrived in 2 days. I will buying again from studiogears!
Thanks to Don for arranging everything. I recommend studiogears highly and will be purchasing from them again. Thanks Don!
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Specifications
| Body Style | Single Cutaway |
|---|---|
| Scale Length | 25.5" Scale |
| Frets | 24 Frets |
| Fretboard | Ebony |
| Neck Wood | Mahogany |
| Neck Construction | Set-Neck |
| Bridge | Floyd Rose Licensed |
| Strings | 6 |
| Orientation | Right handed |
| Model Year | 2016 |
| Made In | South Korea |
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Progressive
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Hard Rock
- ✓ Studio Sessions
- ✓ Live Performance
Not the best pick for
- – Jazz
- – Traditional Country
- – Folk
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What skill level is this guitar suited for?
The E-1 FR S is built for intermediate, advanced, and professional players. The thin 'C' neck profile, 24 X-Jumbo frets, and carbon-reinforced construction support fast position shifts and complex fingering work, but the active electronics and Floyd Rose bridge demand familiarity with professional-grade hardware and maintenance.
What genres does this guitar work best for?
This guitar excels in progressive rock, metal, hard rock, and studio sessions demanding aggressive tones and sustain effects. It is not ideally suited for jazz, traditional country, or folk styles.
What does the Sustainiac neck pickup do?
The Sustainiac is an active pickup system with dedicated on/off and mode-selection switches that enables feedback and infinite sustain effects. Depending on mode selection and playing technique, it ranges from ambient sustained tones to chaotic feedback, making it a creative tool for leads and atmospheric passages.
How stable is the Floyd Rose bridge in tuning?
The Floyd Rose 1500 Series bridge is a professional floating tremolo system designed for tuning stability during aggressive playing and heavy bending. Combined with the carbon-reinforced neck construction and 25.5-inch scale, it maintains intonation and tuning integrity across demanding live and studio use.
What is included with this guitar?
The E-1 FR S comes ready to play with all hardware, pickups, and electronics installed. It features a mahogany body with quilted maple top, ebony fretboard, Grover tuners, and black hardware throughout.
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