Schecter Sun Valley Super Shredder FR-S Electric Guitar

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$1,049.00

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$1,049.00

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$775.00 47 available New

$749.00 10 available Used

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$1,049.00

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$899.00

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$1,065.00 $1,055.00 $10.00 · All time low

Average Price: $959

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$400

$1001+

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In the Solid Body Electric Guitars category, Schecter Sun Valley Super Shredder FR-S Electric Guitar is priced in the upper end of the Standard/Professional range. This is quality gear at a fair price point, suitable for beginners, hobbyists, and pros alike.

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Unleash your inner virtuoso with the Schecter Sun Valley Super Shredder FR-S Electric Guitar, a true powerhouse built for those who demand ultimate precision and versatility. Designed with a sleek and classic style, this guitar is crafted from a robust mahogany body paired with a bolt-on maple neck. Whether you're diving into searing solos or exploring smooth melodic lines, the EMG Retro Active Super 77 bridge pickup ensures every note resonates with clarity and power. Meanwhile, the Sustainiac neck pickup provides endless sustain, perfect for creating ethereal soundscapes.

This guitar is equipped with the exclusive Floyd Rose Special 'Hot Rod' Tremolo, offering outstanding tuning stability and expressive pitch control for those dramatic dive bombs and squeals. The 24 X-Jumbo frets on a rosewood fretboard give you plenty of room for intricate fingerwork, ensuring you can hit every note at lightning speed. The thin 'C' neck profile is designed for comfort, enabling hours of effortless play.

Key Features:

Mahogany body with a bolt-on maple neck
Rosewood fretboard with 24 X-Jumbo frets
Scale length: 25.5 inches (648 mm)
Nut width: 1.62 inches (41.3 mm)
EMG Retro Active Super 77 bridge pickup
Sustainiac neck pickup with multiple tonal options
Schecter-exclusive Floyd Rose Special 'Hot Rod' locking tremolo
3-way pickup switch with volume and tone controls
Black hardware with Schecter machine heads
Crafted for right-handed players with a solid body design

Discover a guitar that doesn't just keep up with your shredding, but elevates it to new heights.

Product specs

Fret Type	Extra Jumbo
Number of Strings	6
Left-/Right-handed	Right-handed
Body Type	Solidbody
Body Shape	Sun Valley Doublecut
Body Material	Mahogany
Body Finish	Polyester Gloss
Neck Material	Hard Rock Maple
Neck Shape	Thin C
Neck Joint	Bolt-on
Radius	14"
Fingerboard Inlay	Pearloid Offset/Reverse Dots
Number of Frets	24
Scale Length	25.5"
Nut Width	1.625"
Nut Material	Locking Floyd Rose
Bridge/Tailpiece	Floyd Rose Hot Rod Locking Tremolo
Tuners	Schecter Black J-03M
Neck Pickup	Sustainiac Driver Pickup
Bridge Pickup	EMG RetroActive Bridge Humbucker
Controls	2 x volume
Switching	1 x mini-switch (Sustainiac on/off), 1 x mini-switch (3-way Sustainiac mode), 3-way toggle pickup switch
Strings	Ernie Ball, .009-.046
Case/Gig Bag	Sold Separately

FAQs

What type of neck profile does the Schecter Sun Valley Super Shredder FR-S have?: The Schecter Sun Valley Super Shredder FR-S features a Thin C neck profile, which is designed for fast playing and comfort, making it ideal for shredders and technical players.
How does the Sustainiac pickup in the Schecter Sun Valley Super Shredder FR-S work?: The Sustainiac pickup functions as a driver that creates infinite sustain on notes, allowing for unique soundscapes and effects. It includes a mini-switch for on/off and a 3-way mode switch for different sustain modes.
Is the Schecter Sun Valley Super Shredder FR-S suitable for heavy metal music?: Yes, the Schecter Sun Valley Super Shredder FR-S is well-suited for heavy metal due to its EMG RetroActive humbucker, Sustainiac pickup, and fast Thin C neck, providing aggressive tones and sustain.
Does the Schecter Sun Valley Super Shredder FR-S have a locking tremolo system?: Yes, it features a Floyd Rose Hot Rod Locking Tremolo system, which allows for stable tuning even with extensive whammy bar use, perfect for dive bombs and expressive playing.
What kind of wood is used in the body of the Schecter Sun Valley Super Shredder FR-S?: The body of the Schecter Sun Valley Super Shredder FR-S is made from mahogany, offering a warm tone with good sustain and resonance.

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PROS

Sustainiac pickup offers unique tonal possibilities and infinite sustain
Floyd Rose tremolo provides stable tuning even with heavy use
Versatile sound, from metal to blues and beyond
High-quality construction and finish for the price range
Comfortable, fast neck enhances playability
EMG Hot Rod pickups deliver powerful, clean tones
Reliable tuning stability, even after extended periods without play
Excellent build quality for a mass-produced instrument
Ebony fretboard offers smooth, fast play
Ideal for rock and metal genres with its hot pickups and sustainiac system

CONS

Sustainiac switch feels fragile and may require careful handling
Fret ends might need filing for optimal comfort
Requires frequent battery changes due to active pickups
Initial high action setup may require adjustment
Lack of tone control limits tonal versatility

Owner Insights

We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about Schecter Sun Valley Super Shredder FR-S Electric Guitar.

Build quality

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Tremolo arm and assembly have soft metal components that may strip; consider replacing with more durable parts.
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Hex bolts on the nut are prone to wear, affecting ease of maintenance during string changes.
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The neck of the SVSS is notably narrow towards the nut, reminiscent of an early 90’s Hamer Californian in feel.
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Mods and upgrades

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Owners recommend replacing the stock Floyd Rose Special with an Original Floyd Rose (OFR) or a 1500 series for improved performance.
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Owners feel that the hardware needs upgrading almost immediately to improve the guitar's performance and quality.
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User experience

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Despite tremolo issues, the guitar holds its tuning exceptionally well, which is notable for a model with a Floyd Rose system.
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Owners find the Sustainiac setup intriguing but note a preference for EMG pickups for a more traditional metal tone.
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After significant use, users find the Hot Rod Floyd remains in tune within a couple of cents, though not perfectly at zero.
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One user chose the Exotic Super Shredder over the SVSS, citing the superior 1000 series Floyd as a key differentiator.
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The Floyd Rose on the SVSS is perceived as inferior in quality to the Ibanez Edge or Schaller Floyd systems, affecting overall user satisfaction.
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Value and pricing

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At €1067, the SVSS is considered a competitive option, especially when compared to Charvel models, though some suggest paying more for upgrades.
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Used SVSS FRS models can be found as low as $600 USD, significantly undercutting new prices.
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Use cases and applications

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SVSS is particularly favored by metal players for its tone and playability.
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Setup and maintenance

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Some users experience tuning stability issues after a few minutes of play, despite otherwise loving the guitar's feel.
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Features and functionality

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The SVSS includes an active pickup requiring two 9V batteries, adding weight and complexity due to the additional electronics.
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The sustainiac is considered limited in versatility, described as a "one trick pony" by an owner who struggled to find creative uses for it.
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