Schecter Sun Valley Super Shredder Exotic HT Ziricote guitar in Natura
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- SKU
- SCHECTER1270
- Color
- Natural
Description
Schecter Sun Valley Super Shredder Exotic Ziricote Guitar
This Sun Valley Super Shredder captures articulate, responsive tracking in the studio thanks to its thin 'C' neck profile and 24 X-Jumbo stainless steel frets across a 25.5" scale. The exotic ziricote top combined with black limba body construction delivers a naturally warm tonal character while maintaining lightweight handling at 9.5 pounds. Built in South Korea with full Schecter warranty coverage, this instrument arrives setup-ready and unplayed for immediate tracking sessions.
Recording & Neck Stability
The wenge neck with carbon fiber reinforcement rods ensures consistent intonation and sustain across overdub takes, while the 12"-16" compound radius ebony fretboard combined with X-Jumbo frets accommodates both percussive picking dynamics and smooth legato passages in the mix. The thin profile and .787"-.866" neck thickness taper enable clear upper-register definition during lead and rhythm layering.
Tone & Signal Path
Dual Schecter USA pickups—the Sunset Strip bridge and Pasadena neck—provide flexible tonal palette options through a 5-way selector with master volume and tone controls for immediate mix integration. The Hipshot Ibby HM hardtail bridge with black and chrome hardware eliminates tremolo drift, ensuring pitch stability across multiple takes, and Grover Rotomatic 18:1 tuners maintain precise mechanical accuracy between punch-ins.
Key Features
- Body: Black Limba with Ziricote exotic top, flat contour, bolt-on construction
- Neck: Wenge with carbon fiber reinforcement rods, thin 'C' profile, 25.5" scale length
- Fretboard: Ebony with 24 X-Jumbo stainless steel frets, 12"-16" compound radius
- Fretboard Inlays: Aluminum offset/reverse circles with Luminlay glow-in-the-dark side dots
- Neck Specs: 1.643" nut width, .787" at 1st fret / .866" at 12th fret thickness
- Tuning: Grover Rotomatic 18:1 tuners, Graph Tech XL Black Tusq nut
- Bridge: Hipshot Ibby HM hardtail bridge with black and chrome hardware
- Pickups: Schecter USA Sunset Strip (bridge), Schecter USA Pasadena (neck)
- Controls: Volume, tone, and 5-way pickup selector with metal knurled knobs
- Weight: 9.5 pounds, right-handed configuration
- Strings: Includes Ernie Ball Hybrid Slinky (.009-.046)
- Truss Rod: 2-way adjustable with heel access spoke wheel
The combination of premium components—carbon-reinforced neck, exotic ziricote top, stainless steel frets, and dual Schecter USA pickups—creates a transparent recording platform for producers capturing both clean definition and driven tonal character across sessions.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
| Neck Construction | Bolt-On |
| Country of Manufacture | South Korea |
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At a Glance
The Schecter Sun Valley Super Shredder is a versatile shredder designed for producers and engineers tracking metal, hard rock, and progressive material who need punchy, articulate recordings with tight sustain and clear definition. Its dual Schecter USA pickups deliver smooth neck tones for rhythms and aggressive bridge output for leads, while the 25.5" scale and stainless steel frets ensure consistent intonation across overdubs and session work. Setup-ready and unplayed out of the box, it's a reliable workhorse for capturing fast, technical performances in the studio.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Hard Rock
- ✓ Progressive
- ✓ Shredding/Technical Playing
Not the best pick for
- – Jazz
- – Traditional Blues
- – Acoustic Folk
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this guitar suitable for metal and shredding styles?
Yes—the thin 'C' neck profile, 24 X-Jumbo frets, and 12"-16" compound radius fretboard are specifically designed for fast technical playing, aggressive bending, and smooth legato work. The dual Schecter USA pickups deliver punchy bridge output and articulate highs ideal for metal, hard rock, and progressive music.
What makes the neck stable and fast?
The wenge neck features carbon fiber reinforcement rods that resist warping, combined with a thin 'C' profile and tapered thickness (.787" at the first fret to .866" at the 12th fret) for effortless upper-fret access. The 25.5" scale length and X-Jumbo stainless steel frets provide a responsive, stable platform for technical playing.
How much does this guitar weigh, and what is the finish like?
The guitar weighs 9.5 pounds, making it lightweight for extended playing sessions. The exotic ziricote top combined with black limba body construction creates a striking natural satin finish that stands out visually.
What tuning hardware and bridge does it use?
It features Grover Rotomatic 18:1 tuners with a Graph Tech XL Black Tusq nut for precise mechanical tuning, and a Hipshot Ibby HM hardtail bridge with black and chrome hardware that eliminates tremolo complexity while maintaining rock-solid tuning stability.
Does it come ready to play out of the box?
Yes—the guitar arrives setup-ready and unplayed, with Ernie Ball Hybrid Slinky strings (.009-.046) included, so you can take it straight to the stage or studio.
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