Schecter Synyster Custom guitar in Gloss Black with Silver Pinstripes
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- SKU
- SCHECTER1740
- Color
- Black
. Description
Sound & Tone
The mahogany body and set-neck construction give this guitar a thick, sustaining core, while the ebony fingerboard and 25.5" scale tighten up the attack for clear note definition under high gain. The Schecter USA Synyster Gates Signature humbuckers push an aggressive, articulate voice that stays defined for fast rhythm work and cuts through for leads, with the push-pull tone control and 3-way switch offering additional voicing options. Paired with the Floyd Rose 1500 bridge and locking nut for stable divebombs, it's aimed squarely at metal, progressive rock, and other technical modern styles.
Schecter Signature Synyster Custom Electric Guitar Gloss Black w/ Silver Pin Stripes
The Synyster Custom is built to capture articulate, aggressive tones in the studio with an ultra-thin 'C' neck profile that enables rapid technical passages and precise finger work across extended sessions. The set-neck construction with Ultra Access cutaway provides seamless fretboard access all the way to the 24th fret, while the mahogany body and ebony fingerboard deliver excellent sustain and tonal clarity—assets that translate directly into focused recordings across metal, progressive rock, and modern production styles.
Playability & Recording Comfort
The mahogany neck features carbon fiber reinforcement rods and measures .748" at the first fret and .787" at the 12th fret, delivering a fast, responsive feel that minimizes hand fatigue during long tracking takes. Twenty-four X-Jumbo frets on a 16" radius ebony fretboard support both technical lead work and smooth, controlled bends, while glow-in-the-dark side dot markers aid navigation during low-light studio sessions.
Tone & Electronics
Dual Schecter USA Synyster Gates Signature Humbuckers capture both lead and rhythm tones with clarity and controlled aggression, shaped via volume, push-pull tone, and a 3-way switch for versatile voice selection across mix contexts. The Floyd Rose 1500 Series bridge and locking nut system maintain pitch stability through aggressive tremolo work and frequent tuning changes between takes.
Key Features
- Model: Synyster Custom (Item 1740)
- Body Material: Mahogany with silver pinstripe top
- Neck Construction: Mahogany 3-piece with carbon fiber reinforcement rods
- Neck Profile: Ultra Thin 'C' shape
- Scale Length: 25.5" (648mm)
- Fretboard: Ebony with 24 X-Jumbo frets, 16" radius
- Hardware: Grover Rotomatic 18:1 tuners, Floyd Rose 1500 Series bridge and locking nut
- Pickups: Schecter USA Synyster Gates Signature Humbuckers (neck and bridge)
- Controls: Volume, Tone (push-pull), 3-way switch
- Inlays: Pearloid 'Syn' logo with Death Bat at 12th fret
- Side Markers: Glow-in-the-dark
- Orientation: Right-handed, South Korean manufacture
The combination of access-friendly construction, premium hardware, and signature pickup design makes this a capable instrument for capturing demanding technical performances and supporting professional-grade recording sessions.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
| Neck Construction | Set-Neck |
| Country of Manufacture | South Korea |
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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 |
| Pickups | HH |
| Bridge | Floyd Rose Licensed |
| Strings | 6 |
| Orientation | Right handed |
| Model Year | 2017 |
| Made In | South Korea |
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Progressive
- ✓ Hard Rock
- ✓ Live Performance
Not the best pick for
- – Jazz
- – Folk
- – Worship
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What skill level is this guitar designed for?
The Synyster Custom is engineered for intermediate, advanced, and professional players. Its ultra-thin neck and 24 X-Jumbo frets on a 16-inch radius fretboard are optimized for speed, precision, and complex technical work typical of metal and progressive styles.
How does the neck feel, and will it cause hand fatigue during long sessions?
The neck features an ultra-thin 'C' profile (0.748 inches at the first fret, 0.787 inches at the 12th fret) with carbon fiber reinforcement rods, delivering a fast, responsive feel that minimizes neck fatigue during extended technical passages and rapid position shifts.
What genres and playing styles is this guitar best suited for?
This signature model excels in metal, progressive rock, and hard rock, delivering aggressive, high-output, articulate tones with excellent sustain and clarity. It is not optimized for jazz, folk, or worship styles.
Does the Floyd Rose bridge affect tuning stability?
The Floyd Rose 1500 Series bridge paired with a locking nut system maintains pitch stability through aggressive tremolo work and tuning demands, making it reliable for demanding live and studio performance.
What pickups are included, and can they handle both lead and rhythm tones?
Dual Schecter USA Synyster Gates Signature Humbuckers are voiced for both lead and rhythm duty, controlled via volume, push-pull tone, and a 3-way switch that delivers versatile voice selection across high-output, aggressive tones.
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