Schecter Tempest 50th Anniversary LH guitar in Gold Burst
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- Brand new in original box
- Full Schecter manufacturer's warranty
- Free shipping in the continental US
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- SKU
- SCHECTER4140
- Color
- Gold
. Description
Sound & Tone
Swamp ash and a 7-piece maple/walnut/padauk through-neck give this Tempest a resonant, sustaining voice with clear note definition, while the 25.5" scale and ebony fingerboard add tightness and snap to the attack. The Sunset Strip bridge humbucker leans into articulate midrange bite for rock and metal rhythm work and leads, and the Pasadena Classic neck humbucker fills out the low end for warmer chording and solos; the push-pull coil split thins things toward brighter, more single-coil-like textures for cleans and funk-tinged parts. With 24 stainless steel frets, a 12"–16" compound radius and the Ultra Access heel, it suits players who move between chordal playing and high-register bending and tapping.
Schecter Tempest 50th Anniversary LH Guitar in Gold Burst
This left-handed Tempest 50th Anniversary delivers the ergonomic refinement and tonal sophistication that defines Schecter's anniversary line. The Ultra Thin "C" profile neck carves naturally into the palm, while the Ultra Access heel ensures effortless upper-fret navigation. The through-body construction and premium hardware combination produces sustain and resonance that rewards both aggressive and nuanced playing styles in the studio and live setting.
Recording & Session Performance
The 7-piece maple/walnut/padauk through-neck with Ultra Thin "C" profile establishes a fast, responsive platform that accommodates multiple hand sizes and playing approaches, critical for extended tracking sessions. A 12"-16" compound radius ebony fingerboard with 24 X-Jumbo stainless steel frets balances open-string clarity with effortless bending and fretting power, while offset brass ring inlays provide precise visual reference points for consistent intonation across takes. Neck dimensions—1.625" width at the 1st fret and carefully tapered depth from .748" to .787"—ensure comfortable left-handed access across all registers, minimizing fatigue during overdubs and long sessions.
Sonic Character & Mix Integration
The Schecter Sunset Strip Anniversary Edition bridge humbucker paired with the Schecter Pasadena Classic Anniversary Edition neck humbucker creates a versatile voice ranging from articulate midrange to full-bodied low end, anchoring well in dense mixes and cutting through band arrangements. A Master Volume, Master Tone with push-pull coil split, and 3-way toggle switch provide intuitive tonal shaping on the fly, enabling quick tone adjustments between passes without repositioning. The swamp ash body contributes natural resonance and harmonic complexity that sustains distinctly across both pickups, delivering the definition and depth that translates cleanly to tape and digital recording.
Key Features
- Left-handed solid body electric guitar
- Swamp ash body with gloss finish
- 7-piece maple/walnut/padauk through-neck construction
- Ultra Thin "C" neck profile
- Ultra Access heel carve for upper-fret access
- 25.5" scale length
- 12"-16" compound radius ebony fingerboard
- 24 X-Jumbo stainless steel frets with offset brass ring inlays
- Schecter Sunset Strip Anniversary Edition bridge humbucker and Schecter Pasadena Classic Anniversary Edition neck humbucker
- Master Volume, Master Tone (push-pull coil split), 3-way toggle switch
- TonePros Locking bridge and TonePros "M Series" tuning machines
- Made in South Korea
This anniversary model consolidates refined craftsmanship, premium hardware, and purposeful electronics into a left-handed instrument built for sustained session work and the tonal depth that professional recordings demand.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Left handed |
| Neck Construction | Neck-Thru-Body |
| Country of Manufacture | South Korea |
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Specifications
| Body Wood | Swamp Ash |
|---|---|
| Scale Length | 25.5" Scale |
| Frets | 22 Frets |
| Fretboard | Ebony |
| Nut Width | 42mm |
| Neck Wood | Maple |
| Neck Profile | Ultra Thin "C" |
| Neck Construction | Neck-Thru-Body |
| Bridge | Tune-O-Matic |
| Strings | 6 |
| Orientation | Left handed |
| Made In | South Korea |
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Hard Rock
- ✓ Rock
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Studio Sessions
- ✓ Gigging
Not the best pick for
- – Jazz
- – Folk
- – Country
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What neck profile does this guitar have, and who is it suited for?
The Tempest features an Ultra Thin "C" profile with an Ultra Access heel carve, designed to feel natural in the hand across varied hand sizes and playing styles. The 12"-16" compound radius ebony fretboard balances open-string clarity with smooth bending, making it comfortable for intermediate to professional players tackling everything from lead to rhythm work.
What are the pickup options, and how do they shape the tone?
The bridge features a Schecter Sunset Strip Anniversary Edition humbucker and the neck has a Schecter Pasadena Classic Anniversary Edition humbucker. Together they span articulate midrange through full-bodied lows with natural harmonic complexity; the Master Tone control includes a push-pull coil split for additional tonal flexibility.
What hardware is included, and how reliable is the tuning stability?
The guitar ships with a TonePros Locking bridge and TonePros "M Series" tuning machines, both engineered for stable tuning and accurate intonation even during extended play sessions or aggressive bending.
Is this guitar right for jazz or blues?
The Tempest 50th Anniversary is voiced and voiced for hard rock, rock, metal, and studio sessions—not jazz or folk. Its articulate, sustained character and full low end are optimized for those genres rather than the tonal range typical of jazz or country playing.
What are the key specifications?
Left-handed solid body with swamp ash and Gold Burst finish; 7-piece maple/walnut/padauk through-neck; 25.5" scale length; 24 X-Jumbo stainless steel frets; 1.625" nut width; compound-radius ebony fretboard with offset brass ring inlays. Made in South Korea with premium hardware and anniversary-edition electronics throughout.
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