Schecter V-1 Apocalypse Electric Guitar in Red Reign B1595
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- SKU
- SCHECTER3053-B1595
- Color
- Red
Description
Sound & Tone
The swamp ash body and ebony fretboard lend a tight, snappy low end and pronounced attack, while the 25.5" scale keeps low tunings focused and defined. Dual Schecter USA Apocalypse-VI pickups push aggressive midrange and high output that holds note separation under heavy gain, and the push-pull coil-split opens up thinner, cleaner voices for arpeggios and clean passages. With a set-neck build and TonePros bridge feeding sustain into that platform, it lands squarely in modern metal and hard rock territory, from tight palm-muted rhythm work to sustained lead lines up the neck.
Schecter V-1 Apocalypse Electric Guitar in Red Reign B1595
The V-1 Apocalypse is engineered as a high-gain tracking machine that captures articulate, punchy tones through dense saturation without losing note definition. Its thin "C"-shaped neck profile and 24 X-Jumbo stainless steel frets enable fluid, precise finger placement for complex riff work and lead passages, while the set-neck construction with ultra access delivers sustained resonance and upper-fret clarity in the mix. This instrument excels in studio sessions requiring aggressive, controlled tonal character and uncompromising pickup performance.
Recording Playability & Precision
The Maple/Padauk multi-ply neck with carbon fiber reinforcement rods maintains structural stability through long tracking sessions and resists drift under sustained tuning demands. A thin "C" neck shape paired with 1.653" nut width and 12"-16" compound radius ebony fretboard supports fast, repeatable finger placement essential for tight rhythm passes and layered lead takes, while glow-in-the-dark side dot markers and Roman numeral inlays allow quick visual reference during overdub work and studio adjustments.
Pickup Response & Studio Tone
Dual Schecter USA Apocalypse-VI™ pickups are voiced to cut through dense mixes with aggressive midrange presence and output hot enough for high-gain recording without smearing definition across compressed saturation. The volume/tone control with push-pull coil-split function and 3-way switch enable mid-session tonal adjustments without re-tracking, while the TonePros T3BT TOM bridge with T1Z tailpiece locks pitch stability across multiple takes and ensures consistent energy transmission through the swamp ash body for repeatable, predictable recorded tone.
Key Features
- Body: Swamp Ash with flat top contour and black 1-ply binding
- Set-neck construction with ultra access upper-fret design
- Maple/Padauk multi-ply neck with carbon fiber reinforcement rods
- Thin "C" neck profile with 25.5" scale length
- Ebony fretboard with 24 X-Jumbo stainless steel frets
- 12"-16" compound radius for comfortable playability across the neck
- Graph Tech XL Black Tusq nut at 1.653" width
- Dual Schecter USA Apocalypse-VI™ pickups with volume/tone push-pull and 3-way switch
- TonePros T3BT TOM bridge with T1Z tailpiece
- Schecter locking tuners with 2-way adjustable truss rod
- Glow-in-the-dark side dot markers with Roman numeral inlays
- Satin black hardware throughout
The V-1 Apocalypse combines precision hardware, premium materials, and high-output electronics into a cohesive instrument built for capturing professional-grade recordings in high-gain production environments.
More Information
| Condition | Refurbished |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
| Country of Manufacture | South Korea |
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Specifications
| Fretboard | Ebony |
|---|---|
| Bridge | Fixed |
| Strings | 6 |
| Orientation | Right handed |
| Model Year | 2023 |
| Made In | South Korea |
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Hard Rock
- ✓ Djent
- ✓ Thrash Metal
Not the best pick for
- – Jazz
- – Blues
- – Folk
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What genres is the V-1 Apocalypse designed for?
This guitar is engineered for metal, hard rock, djent, and thrash metal. It is not optimized for jazz, blues, or folk styles.
What skill level do I need to play this guitar?
The V-1 Apocalypse is designed for intermediate, advanced, and professional players. Its fast playability and professional-level electronics support demanding techniques and high-gain applications.
What pickups are installed and can I split coils on the fly?
Dual Schecter USA Apocalypse-VI pickups deliver aggressive, high-output tone with midrange clarity. A push-pull volume/tone control enables coil-split function, and a 3-way switch provides essential tonal shaping without unplugging.
Does this guitar stay in tune during aggressive playing?
Yes. The TonePros T3BT TOM bridge with T1Z tailpiece ensures rock-solid tuning stability, and the Maple/Padauk neck with carbon fiber reinforcement rods resists twist under aggressive playing and tuning stress.
What does B1595 B-Stock mean?
B-Stock indicates the guitar is fully functional with minor cosmetic imperfections. It plays and sounds like new while offering a lower price point.
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 $78 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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