Schecter Synyster Custom-S guitar in Gloss Black with Gold Pinstripes
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- SKU
- SCHECTER1742-B0160
- Color
- Black
. Description
Sound & Tone
The mahogany body and set-neck construction give this guitar a thick, resonant low-mid foundation, while the 25.5" scale and ebony fretboard keep note attack tight and articulate under high gain. The Schecter USA Synyster Gates Signature humbucker in the bridge is voiced for aggressive metal and hard rock crunch with clear pick definition in fast riffing, and the neck-position Sustainiac opens up infinite sustain, singing lead notes and controlled feedback via its Fundamental-Mix-Harmonic modes. With 24 X-Jumbo frets, a 16" radius and a Floyd Rose 1500 system, it suits shredders and lead players who lean on wide bends, tapping and dive-bomb whammy work.
Schecter Synyster Custom-S Electric Guitar – Gloss Black with Gold Pinstripes
The Synyster Custom-S is engineered for tracking and overdub sessions where precision and comfort sustain performance across extended takes. Its ultra-thin "C" neck profile and feather-light body contours reduce fatigue during long recording days, while the set-neck design grants seamless upper-fret access for layering intricate lead lines and harmonic textures in the studio.
Playability & Tonal Stability
The three-piece mahogany neck with carbon fiber reinforcement rods resists warping while maintaining resonance, paired with an ebony fretboard and 24 X-Jumbo frets across a 25.5" scale. A 16" fretboard radius accommodates both aggressive lead bends and rhythm work, while glow-in-the-dark side dot markers ensure visibility in low-light control rooms. The Floyd Rose 1500 Series nut and bridge provide rock-solid tuning stability and full tremolo dive-bomb capability—critical for consistent punch-in sessions and multi-take recording consistency.
Recording Electronics & Texture Palette
The Schecter USA Synyster Gates Signature Humbucker in the bridge position delivers thick, articulate crunch that cuts through dense mixes and stacks cleanly with processing chains. The neck-position Sustainiac® pickup with dedicated 3-way mode switching (Fundamental-Mix-Harmonic) and 2-way on-off control unlocks ambient sustain and feedback textures ideal for textural overdubs and atmospheric layers, powered by a convenient 9-volt clip-in battery compartment for studio workflow independence.
Key Features
- Model: Synyster Custom-S – Right Handed
- Mahogany body with pinstripe top, black 1-ply binding, and gloss black finish with gold stripes
- Set-neck construction with Ultra Access for seamless upper-fret reach
- Three-piece mahogany neck with carbon fiber reinforcement rods and ultra-thin "C" profile
- Ebony fretboard with 24 X-Jumbo frets and 16" radius
- Gold 'SYN' inlays with Death Bat at 12th fret and glow-in-the-dark side dot markers
- Floyd Rose 1500 Series nut (1.625" width) and bridge with tremolo control
- Grover Rotomatic 18:1 tuners with gold hardware
- Schecter USA Synyster Gates Signature Humbucker bridge pickup and Sustainiac® neck pickup
- Sustainiac switching: 2-way on-off and 3-way mode control (Fundamental-Mix-Harmonic)
- 9-volt clip-in battery compartment for Sustainiac power
- 25.5" scale length, manufactured in South Korea
The Synyster Custom-S combines meticulous hardware engineering, signature pickup electronics, and ergonomic neck design into a platform built for high-gain genres and dynamic recording sessions.
This specific B-Stock unit features minor cosmetic imperfections: a small finish chip at the bridge cutout and a tiny gold paint dot on the bottom of the guitar. These marks are purely superficial and have absolutely zero impact on the playability, tone, or structural integrity of the guitar. You receive a premium Schecter Synyster Custom-S at a significant B-Stock discount with full manufacturer warranty.
More Information
| Condition | Refurbished |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
| Neck Construction | Set-Neck |
| Country of Manufacture | South Korea |
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Specifications
| Body Style | Single Cutaway |
|---|---|
| Body Wood | Mahogany |
| Top | Pinstripe |
| Scale Length | 25.5" Scale |
| Frets | 24 Frets |
| Fretboard | Ebony |
| Fingerboard Radius | 16" (406mm) |
| Nut Width | 1.625" |
| Neck Wood | Mahogany |
| Neck Profile | Ultra Thin "C" |
| Neck Construction | Set-Neck |
| Pickups | HH |
| Pickup Models | Sustainiac® (neck) |
| Bridge | Floyd Rose Licensed |
| Strings | 6 |
| Orientation | Right handed |
| Model Year | 2017 |
| Made In | South Korea |
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Hard Rock
- ✓ Progressive
- ✓ High-Gain Work
- ✓ Technical Performance
Not the best pick for
- – Jazz
- – Blues
- – Folk
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What does B-Stock mean, and will cosmetic marks affect the guitar's performance?
B-Stock means this guitar is fully functional with minor cosmetic imperfections: a small finish chip at the bridge cutout and a tiny gold paint dot on the bottom. These marks are purely superficial and have absolutely zero impact on playability, tone, or structural integrity. You receive the full warranty and premium Schecter quality at a significant discount.
Is this guitar suitable for metal and hard rock, and what pickup configuration does it have?
Yes—the Synyster Custom-S is purpose-built for metal, hard rock, and progressive high-gain work. It features a USA Synyster Gates Signature Humbucker in the bridge for thick, articulate crunch and a Sustainiac neck pickup with three selectable modes (Fundamental, Mix, Harmonic) for sustain and feedback textures, each with independent on-off control.
How does the neck feel, and what makes upper-fret access easy?
The neck features an ultra-thin C profile and Ultra Access set-neck construction designed for extended playing sessions and seamless upper-fret reach. It's a three-piece mahogany neck with carbon fiber reinforcement rods to resist warping, paired with an ebony fretboard, 24 X-Jumbo frets, and a 16" radius that accommodates both aggressive lead bends and rhythm work.
What tuning stability and tremolo features does the Floyd Rose bridge provide?
The Floyd Rose 1500 Series nut and bridge deliver rock-solid tuning stability and full tremolo dive-bomb capability, keeping the guitar in tune through aggressive performance. The bridge is paired with Grover Rotomatic 18:1 tuners with gold hardware for reliable locking and tuning precision.
What scale length and fret count does this guitar have?
The Synyster Custom-S has a 25.5" scale length with 24 X-Jumbo frets on an ebony fretboard with a 16" radius. The Floyd Rose 1500 Series nut is 1.625" wide, and the guitar features gold SYN inlays with a Death Bat marker at the 12th fret and glow-in-the-dark side dot markers for stage visibility.
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 $90 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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