INTRODUCTION

The Schecter Avenger FR SLS Elite Evil Twin in Satin Black is a premium high-performance electric guitar built for players who want aggressive modern tone, ultra-fast playability and serious tremolo capability in one unmistakable instrument.

Built around Schecter’s distinctive Avenger body shape, it combines swamp ash construction with a neck-thru maple, walnut and padauk neck, carbon-fibre reinforcement, an ebony fingerboard and 24 X-Jumbo stainless steel frets. The Ultra Thin “C” profile and 12"–16" compound radius create a fast, precise playing platform ideally suited to technical rhythm work and demanding lead playing.

A calibrated pair of Fishman Fluence Modern humbuckers provides powerful contemporary tones with greater tonal flexibility than a conventional single-voice high-output pickup set, while the Floyd Rose 1500 double-locking tremolo opens the door to dive-bombs, pull-ups, flutter effects and expressive pitch manipulation.

Finished in stealthy Satin Black with ivory binding, Roman numeral inlays and black hardware, the Avenger FR SLS Elite Evil Twin is a serious instrument for players who want modern metal performance without compromise.

KEY FEATURES

• Schecter Avenger FR SLS Elite Evil Twin

• Satin Black finish

• Distinctive Avenger body shape

• Swamp ash body

• Neck-thru construction with Ultra Access

• Multi-ply maple/walnut/padauk neck

• Carbon-fibre neck reinforcement rods

• Ebony fingerboard

• Ultra Thin “C” neck profile

• 25.5" scale length

• 12"–16" compound fingerboard radius

• 24 X-Jumbo stainless steel frets

• Roman numeral fingerboard inlays

• Luminlay side markers with black surrounds

• Fishman Fluence Modern Ceramic bridge humbucker

• Fishman Fluence Modern Alnico neck humbucker

• Push-pull volume and push-pull tone controls

• Three-way pickup selector

• Floyd Rose 1500 Series locking tremolo

• Floyd Rose locking nut

• Grover tuners

• Heel-access spoke-wheel truss rod adjustment

• Ivory single-ply binding

• Black hardware

• Dedicated 9V battery compartment

• Factory-fitted Ernie Ball Regular Slinky .010–.046 strings

WHY YOU’LL LOVE IT

The Avenger FR SLS Elite Evil Twin is built around the features that matter most to serious modern players: a very slim neck, unrestricted upper-fret access, stainless steel frets, powerful multi-voice active pickups and a dependable locking tremolo system.

Its combination of neck-thru construction and the Avenger body shape also gives it a distinctive identity compared with more conventional superstrat-style instruments. It looks aggressive, but the underlying specification is carefully focused on speed, clarity and control rather than appearance alone.

DETAILED FEATURES & BENEFITS

Fishman Fluence Modern Pickups

The Avenger FR SLS Elite Evil Twin is fitted with a calibrated pair of Fishman Fluence Modern humbuckers.

The bridge position uses the Ceramic Magnet version, providing the attack, output and definition required for tight modern rhythm work and aggressive lead tones.

The neck position uses the Alnico Magnet version, creating a smoother and fuller contrast that works particularly well for lead guitar, melodic passages and cleaner sounds.

Fishman Fluence technology is designed to provide multiple tonal characteristics from the same pickup system, giving the Avenger a much broader range than a straightforward single-voice active humbucker setup.

Push-Pull Electronics

Both the volume and tone controls incorporate push-pull functionality, expanding the tonal possibilities available from the Fluence pickup system.

This allows the Avenger to move beyond its primary high-output modern voice and access contrasting pickup characteristics without covering the guitar in additional switches.

For players moving between rhythm, lead and cleaner sections in the same performance, that extra flexibility can be especially useful.

Floyd Rose 1500 Series Tremolo

The Floyd Rose 1500 Series is a double-locking tremolo system designed for demanding performance use.

The strings are secured at both the bridge and locking nut, helping maintain tuning stability even when using substantial pitch effects.

It is capable of:

• Deep dive-bombs

• Pull-ups

• Flutter effects

• Harmonic squeals

• Wide vibrato

• Chord pitch drops

• Aggressive modern tremolo techniques

Fine tuners located directly on the bridge allow small adjustments after the nut has been locked.

For players who actively incorporate tremolo techniques into their style, the Floyd Rose is one of the Avenger FR’s most important features.

Neck-Thru Construction with Ultra Access

The Avenger FR SLS Elite Evil Twin uses neck-thru construction, with the neck forming part of the central structure of the guitar.

Schecter combines this with its Ultra Access design to create an exceptionally smooth transition between neck and body.

This is particularly noticeable when playing around the highest frets, where there is very little physical obstruction beneath the fretting hand.

For technical lead guitarists who regularly use the full fingerboard, the difference compared with a conventional bolt-on heel can be substantial.

Multi-Ply Reinforced Neck

The neck combines maple, walnut and padauk in a multi-ply construction.

Schecter also incorporates carbon-fibre reinforcement rods, providing additional structural support alongside the conventional adjustable truss rod.

This construction allows Schecter to use an extremely slim neck profile while maintaining a strong foundation for demanding playing.

Ultra Thin “C” Neck Profile

The Avenger uses Schecter’s Ultra Thin “C” profile, measuring approximately:

• 19mm at the 1st fret

• 20mm at the 12th fret

This is one of Schecter’s fastest modern neck profiles.

It is particularly suited to:

• Fast alternate picking

• Legato

• Sweep picking

• Tapping

• Large stretches

• Technical rhythm work

• Rapid position changes

Players who prefer thick vintage necks may naturally favour another instrument, but anyone looking for minimal resistance and fast modern playability should feel immediately at home.

Ebony Fingerboard

The multi-ply neck is topped with an ebony fingerboard.

Its smooth surface and dark appearance suit the Evil Twin aesthetic perfectly while also creating a premium playing surface for faster techniques.

Distinctive Roman numeral inlays reinforce the dark visual theme without making the fingerboard overly elaborate.

12"–16" Compound Radius

The ebony fingerboard uses a 12"–16" compound radius.

The lower positions retain a little more curvature for comfortable chord work, while the fingerboard gradually becomes flatter towards the upper frets.

That flatter upper register is particularly useful for:

• Wide bends

• Fast lead runs

• Tapping

• Legato

• Sweep picking

• Lower-action setups

It gives the Avenger a useful balance between rhythm comfort and technical lead performance.

24 X-Jumbo Stainless Steel Frets

The guitar features 24 X-Jumbo stainless steel frets.

Twenty-four frets provide a full two-octave range on every string, while the X-Jumbo size creates a substantial playing surface for bends and vibrato.

Stainless steel is also considerably more resistant to fret wear than conventional nickel-silver material.

For players who put serious hours into their guitars, this can be one of the most valuable long-term upgrades in the entire specification.

Luminlay Side Markers

The Avenger FR SLS Elite Evil Twin uses Luminlay side markers with black surrounds.

These glow in low-light conditions, making fingerboard navigation easier on dark stages where conventional side dots can become difficult to see.

It is a small detail, but one that makes practical sense on a guitar clearly designed with live performance in mind.

Swamp Ash Body

The guitar uses a swamp ash body with Schecter’s unmistakable Avenger silhouette.

The exaggerated double-cutaway shape gives the guitar considerable visual presence while remaining completely compatible with its high-performance neck design.

An arched top adds dimension to the body, while ivory single-ply binding creates a striking contrast against the Satin Black finish.

Satin Black Evil Twin Aesthetic

The Satin Black finish is central to the Evil Twin appearance.

Black hardware, a dark ebony fingerboard and restrained Roman numeral inlays create an intentionally stealthy look, while the ivory binding provides just enough contrast to define the Avenger body shape.

The result is aggressive without becoming visually cluttered.

Grover Tuners

The Avenger is fitted with Grover tuners.

Although the Floyd Rose locking nut becomes the primary tuning-stability element once secured, quality machine heads remain important for restringing and bringing the guitar to pitch during initial setup.

They form part of an appropriately premium hardware package.

Heel-Access Spoke-Wheel Truss Rod

Schecter uses a two-way adjustable truss rod with a spoke wheel positioned at the neck heel.

This makes neck-relief adjustments much easier to access than many conventional headstock-mounted designs.

For players who perform their own setups, it is an especially practical feature.

WHO IS IT FOR?

The Schecter Avenger FR SLS Elite Evil Twin is best suited to intermediate, advanced and professional guitarists who want a serious modern performance guitar.

It is particularly well suited to:

• Modern metal

• Progressive metal

• Metalcore

• Hard rock

• Technical metal

• Alternative metal

• Instrumental guitar

• High-gain rhythm playing

• Technical lead guitar

• Studio recording

• Live performance

• Floyd Rose users

• Fishman Fluence players

• Guitarists who favour very thin necks

• Players wanting a distinctive alternative to a conventional superstrat

The specification is particularly worthwhile for players who will genuinely use the Floyd Rose and multi-voice active electronics.

PLAYING STYLES & APPLICATIONS

Modern Metal Rhythm

The Fishman Fluence Modern Ceramic bridge pickup provides the high-output attack required for tight modern rhythm playing.

Combined with the 25.5" scale and solid Floyd Rose bridge feel, the Avenger works particularly well for palm-muted riffs and highly controlled high-gain sounds.

Progressive and Technical Metal

The Ultra Thin neck, compound-radius ebony board and stainless steel frets make the guitar especially capable for technical styles.

Fast alternate picking, complex chord shapes and rapid movement between rhythm and lead sections all suit the Avenger exceptionally well.

Lead Guitar

The combination of:

• 24 stainless steel frets

• Ultra Thin “C” neck

• Compound radius

• Ultra Access neck-through construction

• Floyd Rose 1500

makes this a highly capable lead instrument.

The neck position Fluence Modern Alnico humbucker also provides a smoother voice that works particularly well for sustained lead tones.

Hard Rock

The Avenger does not need to be limited to extreme metal.

Its twin-humbucker layout and Floyd Rose configuration are equally appropriate for high-energy hard rock, particularly where expressive tremolo techniques form part of the playing style.

Studio Recording

Fishman Fluence pickups are particularly useful in modern recording environments because they provide strong output and highly controlled response.

The push-pull controls further expand the available sounds, reducing the need to change guitars between every contrasting part.

HOW IT COMPARES

Versus the C-1 FR SLS Elite Evil Twin

The Avenger and C-1 versions share much of the same performance specification, including Fishman Fluence Modern pickups, Floyd Rose 1500, neck-thru construction, stainless steel frets and an Ultra Thin neck.

The biggest distinction is body shape.

The C-1 offers a more familiar modern double-cutaway design.

The Avenger provides a much more aggressive asymmetric silhouette and a different physical feel against the player.

The choice is therefore largely about ergonomics and aesthetics rather than one model being fundamentally more capable.

Versus a Fixed-Bridge SLS Elite

A fixed bridge is easier to maintain and considerably more convenient for players who frequently change tunings.

The Avenger FR instead prioritises tremolo capability.

If dive-bombs, pull-ups and other dramatic pitch effects are part of your style, the Floyd Rose version is the stronger choice.

If you rarely use a tremolo and constantly change tuning, a hardtail SLS Elite may make more practical sense.

Versus a Conventional Passive HH Guitar

The Fishman Fluence Modern system provides a more contemporary active response and access to multiple pickup characteristics.

Players looking for ultra-controlled high-gain tones and additional switching flexibility may prefer the Fluence system.

Those who favour completely traditional passive humbuckers may naturally prefer a simpler HH configuration.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

Specification	Details
Brand	Schecter
Model	Avenger FR SLS Elite Evil Twin
Item Number	1369
Instrument Type	Solidbody Electric Guitar
Finish	Satin Black
Dexterity	Right Handed
Number of Strings	6
Construction	Neck-Thru with Ultra Access
Body Material	Swamp Ash
Top Contour	Arched Top
Binding	Ivory 1-Ply
Neck Material	Maple/Walnut/Padauk Multi-Ply
Neck Reinforcement	Carbon Fibre Reinforcement Rods
Fingerboard Material	Ebony
Neck Profile	Ultra Thin “C”
Neck Thickness	19mm at 1st fret / 20mm at 12th fret
Scale Length	25.5" / 648mm
Fingerboard Radius	12"–16" Compound
Frets	24 X-Jumbo Stainless Steel
Inlays	Roman Numerals
Side Markers	Luminlay with Black Circle
Nut	Floyd Rose 1500 Series
Nut Width	41.3mm
Truss Rod	2-Way Adjustable with Heel-Access Spoke Wheel
Bridge Pickup	Fishman Fluence Modern Ceramic Humbucker
Neck Pickup	Fishman Fluence Modern Alnico Humbucker
Controls	Volume Push-Pull / Tone Push-Pull
Pickup Selector	3-Way Switch
Bridge	Floyd Rose 1500 Series
Tuners	Grover
Hardware Colour	Black
Control Knobs	Metal Knurled with Set Screw
Battery Compartment	9V Clip-In Battery Compartment
Factory Strings	Ernie Ball Regular Slinky .010–.046
Compatible Case	Schecter 1630 SGR-2A Avenger Hardcase, sold separately

POWER REQUIREMENTS

The Fishman Fluence Modern pickups require 9V battery power.

The Avenger includes a dedicated clip-in battery compartment for convenient access.

As with most active guitar electronics, disconnecting the instrument cable when the guitar is not in use will help preserve battery life.

🎵 FAIR DEAL MUSIC EXPERT VERDICT ★★★★★

Best suited for: Serious modern rock and metal players looking for ultra-fast playability, premium neck-thru construction, Fishman Fluence electronics and a full Floyd Rose setup.

Customers usually upgrade from: Mid-range Schecter, Ibanez, Jackson and similar performance guitars where stainless steel frets, premium electronics, better upper-fret access and higher-grade hardware are becoming priorities.

Most commonly paired with: High-gain valve amplifiers, modern modelling systems, noise gates, boost pedals, delay and reverb effects and a protective Avenger hardcase.

Our tip: The Avenger FR makes most sense if you genuinely use a locking tremolo. If dramatic pitch control is part of your playing, the combination of the Floyd Rose 1500 and Ultra Thin neck makes this an exceptionally capable performance guitar.

Showroom feedback: The neck is one of the biggest attractions here. At approximately 19mm at the first fret, the Ultra Thin “C” profile feels exceptionally quick, while the compound-radius ebony fingerboard and stainless steel frets reinforce the premium feel immediately.

WHY BUY FROM FAIR DEAL MUSIC?

When you buy from Fair Deal Music, you're choosing one of the UK's most established, independent family run music retailers since 1987.

From our Birmingham showroom, our knowledgeable team of musicians helps players choose guitars and equipment that genuinely suit their technique, musical style and existing setup.

When buying from Fair Deal Music you benefit from:

• Expert advice from knowledgeable musicians

• Carefully checked new, used, pre-owned and ex-display equipment

• Competitive prices on leading musical instrument brands

• Secure UK-wide delivery

• Flexible finance options, subject to status

• Friendly support before and after purchase

• A large Birmingham showroom

• Decades of experience supplying guitars, amplifiers and musical equipment

For a specialist guitar such as the Avenger FR SLS Elite Evil Twin, our team can also advise on Floyd Rose maintenance, Fishman Fluence electronics, suitable strings, amplification and protective cases.

Trade In. Trade Up. Save More.

Thinking about upgrading to the Avenger FR SLS Elite Evil Twin?

Fair Deal Music accepts part exchange on guitars, basses, amplifiers and other musical equipment, which could help reduce the cost of your new Schecter.

Contact our team with details of the equipment you would like to trade for a no-obligation valuation.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What does SLS mean on the Schecter Avenger?

SLS identifies Schecter’s Slim Line Series, with the specification placing particular emphasis on a very thin neck profile and modern high-performance playability.

Is the Avenger FR SLS Elite Evil Twin suitable for metal?

Yes. It is designed particularly well for modern metal, progressive styles, hard rock and technical high-gain playing.

What pickups are fitted?

The bridge uses a Fishman Fluence Modern Ceramic humbucker, while the neck uses a Fishman Fluence Modern Alnico humbucker.

Are the pickups active?

Yes. The Fishman Fluence pickups require battery power.

The guitar has a dedicated 9V battery compartment.

What do the push-pull controls do?

The push-pull controls work with the Fishman Fluence system to access additional tonal options beyond the pickups’ primary voices.

Does the guitar have a Floyd Rose?

Yes. It uses a Floyd Rose 1500 Series double-locking tremolo.

Is the Floyd Rose suitable for dive-bombs?

Yes. The Floyd Rose is designed to handle substantial pitch changes including deep dive-bombs, pull-ups and flutter effects.

Is the guitar neck-thru?

Yes. It uses neck-thru construction with Schecter Ultra Access, providing excellent upper-fret accessibility.

How thin is the neck?

The Ultra Thin “C” profile measures approximately 19mm at the first fret and 20mm at the twelfth fret.

Does it have stainless steel frets?

Yes. It features 24 X-Jumbo stainless steel frets.

What is the fingerboard made from?

The Avenger FR SLS Elite Evil Twin uses an ebony fingerboard.

What is the fingerboard radius?

It has a 12"–16" compound radius, becoming progressively flatter towards the higher frets.

Does it have glow-in-the-dark side markers?

Yes. It features Luminlay side markers with black surrounds, making the neck easier to navigate under darker stage lighting.

Can I easily change tunings?

Small tuning adjustments are straightforward, but substantial tuning changes on a Floyd Rose guitar usually require the tremolo system to be rebalanced.

Players who change tuning constantly may prefer a fixed-bridge instrument.

What strings are fitted from the factory?

Schecter specifies Ernie Ball Regular Slinky .010–.046 strings.

Is a hardcase included?

No. The compatible Schecter 1630 SGR-2A Avenger Hardcase is sold separately.

Can I part exchange another guitar towards it?

Yes. Fair Deal Music welcomes part-exchange enquiries. Contact our team with details of your existing guitar, amplifier or other equipment for a no-obligation valuation.

WHAT’S IN THE BOX

• Schecter Avenger FR SLS Elite Evil Twin Satin Black Electric Guitar

Please note: The compatible Schecter 1630 SGR-2A Avenger Hardcase is sold separately.

CLOSING CALL TO ACTION

The Schecter Avenger FR SLS Elite Evil Twin in Satin Black is built for players who want a genuinely high-performance modern guitar rather than simply an aggressive-looking instrument.

Its neck-thru maple, walnut and padauk construction, Ultra Thin neck, compound-radius ebony fingerboard and stainless steel frets create an exceptionally fast playing platform. Fishman Fluence Modern pickups provide powerful, flexible high-gain tones, while the Floyd Rose 1500 gives serious tremolo users the pitch control required for demanding modern lead techniques.

For players who want the speed and specification of Schecter’s SLS Elite range combined with the unmistakable Avenger body shape, the Evil Twin is an exceptionally compelling option.

Order securely from Fair Deal Music, visit our Birmingham showroom or contact our team for expert advice on the Avenger FR SLS Elite Evil Twin, Floyd Rose setup or building the right rig around your new guitar.