Schecter USA Custom Shop Sunset Extreme - Natural Satin Stabilized Top | No Limit Guitar Co, Idaho Falls
The Schecter USA Custom Shop Sunset Extreme is a handcrafted electric guitar built to the highest standards at Schecter's Sun Valley, California workshop — one of the most respected boutique guitar operations in the country. This particular instrument features a stunning stabilized burl top over a swamp ash body, delivering exceptional resonance, clarity, and articulation suited to advanced and professional players. With its aggressive Sunset body contours, premium appointments, and meticulous hand-assembly, this guitar represents the pinnacle of what Schecter's American craftsmen produce.
Product Overview
The Sunset Extreme's body is built on a foundation of swamp ash — a tonewood prized for its lightweight feel and natural resonance — topped with a striking 0.25" stabilized burl cap finished in Natural Satin. The burl top features deep, swirling patterns of green, black, gold, and bronze, making this guitar a true one-of-a-kind visual statement. The satin finish allows the wood's natural figure to breathe while providing a smooth, comfortable feel under the picking arm.
The neck is a five-ply maple/walnut laminate construction, adding stiffness, stability, and tonal clarity while the alternating wood grain provides natural resistance to seasonal movement. A Richlite fingerboard — an eco-conscious, high-density composite — offers an incredibly smooth, consistent playing surface with excellent durability and a feel comparable to ebony. The 16" fingerboard radius is notably flat, facilitating fast runs and comfortable chord voicings across the entire neck.
The pickup configuration is H/H (humbucker/humbucker), driven by Schecter's own Brimstone Set — a high-output pair tuned for aggressive attack and thick sustain without muddying the midrange. Black hardware throughout keeps the aesthetic sharp and cohesive, while a Hipshot bridge delivers rock-solid intonation and reliable string spacing.
Ideal For
- Advanced and professional players seeking a USA-made instrument with boutique-level craftsmanship and unique aesthetics
- Metal and hard rock guitarists demanding high-output tone, fast neck access, and reliable hardware under intense playing conditions
- Studio recording artists who need exceptional intonation, low-noise pickups, and a guitar that translates beautifully on tape
- Collectors and enthusiasts looking for a one-of-a-kind stabilized burl top instrument with documented provenance and a Certificate of Authenticity
- Players in the Idaho Falls area ready to experience a true USA Custom Shop guitar at No Limit Guitar Co
Key Features
Stabilized Burl Top The 0.25" stabilized burl cap is the visual centerpiece of this guitar — resin-infused for stability, then finished in Natural Satin to preserve the organic swirling patterns of green, amber, and black. No two stabilized tops are alike, making this a truly unique instrument.
Five-Ply Maple/Walnut Neck The multi-laminate neck construction combines the brightness of maple with the warmth and density of walnut, resulting in balanced tone with exceptional stiffness and long-term stability. The five-ply build resists twisting and seasonal shifting better than traditional one-piece neck designs.
Richlite Fingerboard with 16" Radius Richlite's high-density composite surface delivers a playing feel similar to ebony — smooth, fast, and consistent — while offering excellent durability. The 16" radius is exceptionally flat, reducing fretting out during aggressive bends and accommodating fast technical playing across all positions.
Jescar 57110S Extra Jumbo Stainless Steel Frets Stainless steel frets outlast standard nickel frets many times over, maintaining smooth crowns and consistent playability for the life of the instrument. The extra jumbo profile allows for effortless string bending with minimal finger pressure.
Schecter Brimstone H/H Pickup Set The Brimstone humbuckers are voiced for modern high-gain applications — thick low-end, punchy midrange, and controlled high-frequency definition. The H/H configuration delivers full, saturated tones for rhythm playing while retaining clarity for lead work.
Hipshot Bridge with Schecter Locking Tuners The Hipshot bridge provides precise intonation adjustment and reliable string anchoring, while Schecter Locking tuners eliminate string slippage and make restringing fast and efficient. Black hardware throughout ties the aesthetic together with a sleek, modern look.
What's Included
- Schecter USA Custom Shop Sunset Extreme Electric Guitar (Natural Satin, Serial No. 26-03002)
- Schecter USA Custom Shop hard case
- Certificate of Authenticity signed by Michael Ciravolo, President of Schecter Guitars
- Schecter USA Custom Shop build spec card
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Brand | Schecter Guitar Research |
| Model | Sunset Extreme |
| Origin | USA Custom Shop, Sun Valley, California |
| Serial Number | 26-03002 |
| Finish | Natural Satin |
| Body | 0.25" Stabilized Burl top / Swamp Ash |
| Neck | Maple/Walnut, 5-Ply |
| Fingerboard | Richlite |
| Fingerboard Radius | 16" |
| Frets | Jescar 57110S Extra Jumbo, Stainless Steel |
| Pickups | Schecter Brimstone Set (H/H configuration) |
| Hardware Color | Black |
| Tuners | Schecter Locking |
| Bridge | Hipshot |
| Weight | 6.80 lbs. |
Get Your Hands on This USA Custom Shop Guitar Today
This Schecter USA Custom Shop Sunset Extreme is a rare opportunity to own a handcrafted American guitar with a certified build spec, documented provenance, and a one-of-a-kind stabilized burl top. Stop by No Limit Guitar Co in Idaho Falls to play it in person, or contact us online to arrange purchase and shipping. Instruments of this caliber don't sit long — reach out today to make it yours.
