Schecter PT FR-S SLS Elite Evil Twin Satin Black Electric Guitar

Quick Product Summary

The Schecter PT FR-S SLS Elite Evil Twin takes the familiar single-cut PT platform and turns it into an uncompromising high-performance electric guitar. Finished in stealthy Satin Black, it combines swamp ash thru-neck construction, an exceptionally slim reinforced neck, stainless-steel frets and a Floyd Rose 1500 locking tremolo with a powerful Fishman Fluence Modern Ceramic bridge pickup and Sustainiac neck system.

Designed for modern rock, metal, progressive playing and technically demanding styles, the PT FR-S SLS Elite Evil Twin delivers aggressive high-gain tones, extended sustain and the control needed for expressive tremolo work. Its 25.5" scale, compound-radius ebony fingerboard and Ultra Thin “C” profile make it particularly well suited to fast lead work without sacrificing the solid feel required for heavy rhythm playing.

At A Glance

Feature	Details
Brand	Schecter
Model	PT FR-S SLS Elite Evil Twin
Product Type	Electric Guitar
Finish	Satin Black
Condition	New
Construction	Thru-Neck with Ultra Access
Body	Swamp Ash
Scale Length	25.5"
Bridge Pickup	Fishman Fluence Modern Ceramic
Neck Pickup	Sustainiac
Bridge	Floyd Rose 1500 Locking Tremolo
Main Appeal	Modern high-performance specification with Sustainiac and locking tremolo
Best For	Metal, hard rock, progressive styles, lead playing and technical guitarists

What Makes the Schecter PT FR-S SLS Elite Evil Twin Special?

This is far more than a traditional PT-style guitar with heavier pickups. Schecter has built the FR-S SLS Elite around high-performance playing, using swamp ash thru-neck construction with Ultra Access, a multi-ply Maple/Walnut/Padauk neck reinforced with carbon fibre, an ebony fingerboard and 24 X-Jumbo stainless-steel frets. The Ultra Thin “C” profile measures just 19mm at the first fret and 20mm at the twelfth, while the 12"-16" compound radius provides a comfortable platform for both tight rhythm work and fast, low-action lead playing.

The electronics and hardware push the concept considerably further. A Fishman Fluence Modern Ceramic bridge pickup provides powerful contemporary tones with multiple voicing options, while the Sustainiac neck system opens up sustained notes and feedback-style effects that would be difficult to achieve with a conventional pickup arrangement. A Floyd Rose 1500 double-locking tremolo adds the pitch control required for everything from subtle vibrato through to extreme dives and harmonic effects.

Who Is It For?

The PT FR-S SLS Elite Evil Twin is aimed primarily at intermediate, advanced and professional players who want a modern instrument capable of handling demanding techniques. Its fast neck, stainless-steel frets, locking tremolo and active electronics are particularly attractive for contemporary metal, progressive rock, technical lead guitar, hard rock and heavier alternative styles.

It is also an excellent option for players who like the straightforward visual shape of a single-cut PT-style guitar but want performance features more commonly associated with specialist modern metal instruments.

Why Choose A High-Performance Guitar With A Sustainiac And Floyd Rose?

A guitar equipped with both a Sustainiac and double-locking tremolo offers creative options unavailable from a conventional fixed-bridge, passive-pickup instrument. The Sustainiac allows notes to continue sustaining and develop into expressive harmonic textures, making it especially useful for soaring lead lines, ambient passages and controlled feedback effects.

The Floyd Rose system adds another level of expression while its locking design is intended to maintain tuning stability during more aggressive tremolo use. Combined with a fast compound-radius fingerboard and stainless-steel frets, this makes the PT FR-S SLS Elite Evil Twin particularly well suited to players who want the guitar itself to support advanced techniques rather than restrict them.

How Does It Compare?

Compared With A Fixed-Bridge PT SLS Elite Evil Twin

The FR-S version is the more specialised choice for players who want extensive tremolo control and the creative possibilities of a Sustainiac. A fixed-bridge PT SLS Elite Evil Twin offers a more straightforward setup and traditional playing experience, while the FR-S is better suited to players who actively use dive bombs, pitch effects, sustained lead textures and other expressive techniques.

Compared With A Conventional Passive-Humbucker Guitar

The Fishman Fluence and Sustainiac combination provides significantly more tonal and creative flexibility than a traditional two-passive-humbucker layout. Players who primarily want simple vintage-style tones may not require this level of functionality, but guitarists working with modern gain sounds, complex effects and lead-focused playing will find considerably more to explore.

What’s Included?

• Schecter PT FR-S SLS Elite Evil Twin electric guitar in Satin Black

• Factory-installed Ernie Ball Regular Slinky .010-.046 strings

• Floyd Rose 1500 locking tremolo system

Please note: A hardcase is not included. The compatible Schecter 1622 SGR Universal Guitar Hardcase is available separately.

Technical Specifications

General

• Model: PT FR-S SLS Elite Evil Twin

• Item Number: 1383

• Finish: Satin Black

• Orientation: Right-Handed

• Hardware Colour: Black

Body

• Body Material: Swamp Ash

• Construction: Thru-Neck with Ultra Access

• Top Contour: Flat Top with Arm Contour

• Binding: Ivory 1-Ply

Neck

• Neck Material: Maple/Walnut/Padauk Multi-Ply

• Reinforcement: Carbon Fibre Reinforcement Rods

• Neck Profile: Ultra Thin “C”

• Thickness at 1st Fret: 19mm

• Thickness at 12th Fret: 20mm

• Scale Length: 25.5"

• Truss Rod: 2-Way Adjustable with Spoke Wheel at Neck Heel

Fingerboard

• Fingerboard Material: Ebony

• Fingerboard Radius: 12"-16" Compound Radius

• Frets: 24 X-Jumbo Stainless Steel

• Inlays: Pearloid Roman Numerals

• Side Markers: Luminlay with Black Circle

• Nut: Floyd Rose Locking

• Nut Width: 41.3mm

Electronics

• Bridge Pickup: Fishman Fluence Modern Ceramic with Brushed Black Nickel Cover

• Neck Pickup: Sustainiac

• Pickup Selector: 3-Way Toggle

• Volume: Master Volume with Push/Pull Bridge Pickup Voice 3 / Single-Coil Function

• Tone: Master Tone with Push/Pull Bridge Pickup Voice Selection

• Additional Controls: Two Mini Sustainiac Function Switches

• Battery Compartment: Schecter BT-002 Battery Compartment

Hardware

• Bridge: Floyd Rose 1500 Locking Tremolo

• Tuners: TonePros “M Series”

• Knobs: Metal Dome with Set Screw

• Hardware Finish: Black

Strings

• Factory Strings: Ernie Ball Regular Slinky #2221

• Gauge: .010-.046

Case

• Compatible Case: Schecter 1622 SGR Universal Guitar Hardcase

• Case Included: No – sold separately

Power Requirements

The Fishman Fluence and Sustainiac electronic systems require battery power. The guitar features a dedicated battery compartment for convenient access.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Schecter PT FR-S SLS Elite Evil Twin suitable for metal?

Yes. Its Fishman Fluence Modern Ceramic bridge pickup, fast neck, stainless-steel frets and locking tremolo make it particularly well suited to modern metal, progressive styles, hard rock and other high-gain applications.

What does the Sustainiac pickup do?

The Sustainiac system allows notes to sustain far beyond what would normally be possible, creating controlled feedback-style effects and extended harmonic textures. It can be particularly effective for lead guitar, atmospheric parts and experimental playing.

Does the Fishman Fluence bridge pickup have multiple sounds?

Yes. The guitar's push/pull controls provide access to multiple bridge pickup voicings, giving considerably more tonal flexibility than a conventional single-voice humbucker.

Does it have a Floyd Rose tremolo?

Yes. The PT FR-S SLS Elite Evil Twin uses a Floyd Rose 1500 locking tremolo, giving players extensive pitch control while using a locking nut to support tuning stability during tremolo use.

What is the neck like?

Schecter uses its Ultra Thin “C” profile, measuring approximately 19mm at the first fret and 20mm at the twelfth. Combined with the compound-radius ebony fingerboard, it is designed for fast and technically demanding playing.

Does it have stainless-steel frets?

Yes. It features 24 X-Jumbo stainless-steel frets, providing a smooth feel for bends and vibrato along with excellent long-term resistance to fret wear.

Is the hardcase included?

No. The compatible Schecter 1622 SGR Universal Guitar Hardcase is sold separately.

What scale length does it use?

The PT FR-S SLS Elite Evil Twin has a 25.5" scale length, providing a familiar feel with good string tension for rhythm playing, lead techniques and alternative tunings.

Is this guitar only suitable for lead playing?

No. Although the Sustainiac, Floyd Rose and fast neck make it exceptionally capable for lead work, the swamp ash construction, 25.5" scale and powerful Fishman bridge pickup also make it a formidable rhythm guitar for tight riffs, palm-muted passages and high-gain chord work.

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