Schecter Synyster Custom (New)

$1,298.97

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$1,297.23 New

$1,169.07 Used (Like New)

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$1,298.54 6 available New

$700.00 4 available Used

$1,299.00

£1,158.00

Average Price: $1,199

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$400

$1001+

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In the Solid Body Electric Guitars category, Schecter Synyster Custom (New) is priced in the High-end/Boutique range. This premium gear is built to very high standards and offers premium features.

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Unleash your inner rock deity with the Schecter Synyster Custom, a solid body electric guitar that marries brutal performance with striking aesthetics. Crafted to meet the demands of Avenged Sevenfold’s guitar virtuoso, Synyster Gates, this axe is a powerhouse of high-output sound and cutting-edge playability. The Synyster Custom is armed with Schecter's signature humbucking pickups, delivering ferocious tone and remarkable sustain. Thanks to the Floyd Rose 1500 double-locking tremolo bridge, you can dive-bomb and bend notes to your heart's content without sacrificing tuning stability.

This beast of a guitar features a mahogany body and a 3-piece mahogany neck, ensuring durability and a rich tonal foundation. The ultra-thin C-shaped neck profile and the ebony fretboard with extra-jumbo frets provide a silky-smooth playing experience, allowing you to navigate complex solos effortlessly. The guitar's ergonomic contours and stylish inlays, including glow-in-the-dark side-dot markers, make it not only a joy to play but also a showstopper on any stage.

Whether you're shredding through solos or laying down thick, chunky riffs, the Schecter Synyster Custom is engineered to handle it all with finesse and power.

Key Features:

Body shape: Double cutaway, solid body
Body wood: Mahogany with a gloss finish
Neck type: Set-in, ultra-thin C-shaped 3-piece mahogany
Fretboard: Ebony with 24 extra-jumbo frets and Syn/Death Bat inlays
Pickups: Schecter Synyster Gates signature humbuckers
Bridge: Floyd Rose 1500 double-locking tremolo
Hardware: Grover Rotomatic tuners, chrome color
Special features: Ergonomic contours, glow-in-the-dark side-dot markers
Origin: South Korea

Product specs

Number of Strings	6
Left-/Right-handed	Right-handed
Body Type	Solidbody
Body Shape	Synyster Avenger
Body Material	Mahogany
Body Finish	Gloss
Neck Material	Mahogany
Neck Shape	Ultra Thin C
Neck Joint	Set Neck
Radius	16"
Fingerboard Inlay	White Pearloid Gothic Crosses, "SYN", Death Bat
Number of Frets	24
Scale Length	25.5"
Nut Width	1.625"
Nut Material	Locking nut
Bridge/Tailpiece	Floyd Rose 1500 series Locking Tremolo
Tuners	Grover Med 305BC
Neck Pickup	Syn Gates USA Signature Humbucker
Bridge Pickup	Syn Gates USA Signature Humbucker
Controls	1 x master volume, 1 x master tone
Switching	3-way toggle pickup switch
Strings	Ernie Ball Regular Slinky .010-.046
Case/Gig Bag	Sold Separately

FAQs

What kind of music is the Schecter Synyster Custom best suited for?: The Schecter Synyster Custom is ideal for rock and metal genres, thanks to its high-output Syn Gates USA Signature Humbucker pickups, which deliver powerful tones and sustain.
Does the Schecter Synyster Custom come with a case or gig bag?: The Schecter Synyster Custom does not include a case or gig bag; these must be purchased separately.
What is the neck profile of the Schecter Synyster Custom?: The Schecter Synyster Custom features an Ultra Thin C neck profile, offering fast playability and comfort, especially suited for lead guitarists and shredders.
Can the Schecter Synyster Custom handle drop tunings well?: Yes, the Schecter Synyster Custom can handle drop tunings effectively, thanks to its Floyd Rose 1500 series locking tremolo, which maintains tuning stability.
What is the body material of the Schecter Synyster Custom?: The body of the Schecter Synyster Custom is made from mahogany, which provides a warm and resonant tone, perfect for heavier music styles.

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PROS

Exceptional tone and playability, highly praised by multiple users
Solid tuners that maintain tuning stability effectively
Fast neck with a nice medium C shape for versatile play styles
Aggressive tone with surprisingly beefy passive pickups
Coil tapping feature adds a rich, vintage vibe
Good balance with minimal neck dive
Well-built with a reliable Floyd Rose system
Clean tones exceed expectations for a metal-focused guitar

CONS

Neck may feel wide and chunky to Strat or Tele players
Floyd Rose system may not suit all players' preferences
Finish and pickups considered just "okay" by some users
Some users feel better options exist at this price point
Purchase experience with the seller can be troublesome

Owner Insights

We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about Schecter Synyster Custom (New).

Features and functionality

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The gold Floyd Rose and pickups are standout aesthetic features that owners find particularly appealing.
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The Custom-S model features a Sustainiac neck pickup, differentiating it from the standard model.
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Older standard models use Duncan Designed pickups, while newer versions come with more recent, improved pickups.
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Synyster Gates signature pickups offer a tone similar to Invaders but with a slightly better clean tone and effective coil-splits.
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Value and pricing

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Financing options are available, making the Synyster Custom accessible with zero interest and approximately $30 monthly payments.
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User experience

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Some owners have emotional connections to the guitar, with stories of it being their first or associated with personal experiences like band signings.
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The Custom-S's neck is noted for being more accessible, contributing to improved playability over the standard model.
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The guitar arrives with perfect setup, low action, and flawless intonation.
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Setup and maintenance

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Owners have found that the guitar's body is too wide for standard guitar hard cases and recommend using a bass case instead.
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The hipshot bridge is easier to tune compared to a Floyd Rose, allowing single string adjustments without affecting others.
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The standard model has a bolt-on neck and ebony fretboard, while the Custom-S offers a neck-through design for enhanced playability.
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The Custom-S features Syn TB8 pickups, which were standard before 2016 but have since been updated.
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The headless model is heavier than the Custom-S and offers a unique feel with a slim neck suited for 7-string play.
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Build quality

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The standard features a cheaper bridge compared to the Custom-S, yet remains a solid choice for quality.
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The guitar is surprisingly heavy, weighing about 8 pounds, which balances well and eliminates neck dive.
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Use cases and applications

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The guitar is well-suited for players who incorporate techniques like fluttering and dive bombs, as the hipshot bridge maintains tuning stability.
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