There’s a difference between a great guitar and a guitar that changes how you play. That line is exactly where the Schecter Guitar Research Custom Shop lives - and it’s why Haggerty’s Music is now proud to offer a curated selection of these instruments.

These are boutique-level builds designed for players who care about feel, response, and reliability as much as tone. Nothing is mass produced. Whether you're tracking in the studio or pushing volume on stage, these guitars are built to hold up, and stand out.

What Sets the Schecter Custom Shop Apart

Schecter’s Custom Shop has built its reputation on one thing: removing limitations. That means premium tonewoods, modern engineering, and designs that prioritize the player first.

Across the lineup, a few things show up consistently:

• Ultra-thin neck profiles built for speed and endurance
• Stainless steel frets for durability and clarity
• Precision hardware (Floyd Rose, Hipshot, TonePros)
• Versatile pickup configurations with coil-splitting
• Distinct, one-off finishes you won’t see twice

These are instruments that meet you where you are, technically and creatively.

Featured Builds Available at Haggerty’s

Sunset Extreme-6 FR – Purple Swirl (Custom Shop)

Sunset Extreme-6 FR – Purple Swirl

The Sunset Extreme-6 FR is a modern superstrat built for aggressive, technical players. The Floyd Rose system gives you full expressive control without sacrificing tuning stability, while dual Brimstone humbuckers deliver tight low-end and articulate highs.

The standout here is the finish—a purple swirl that makes every piece visually unique. Combined with a 5-ply neck and Macassar ebony fingerboard, this guitar is built for speed, precision, and stage presence.

Sunset Extreme 7-String – 2-Tone Sunburst Flame Top

Sunset Extreme 7-String – 2-Tone Sunburst Flame Top

Extended-range players will feel immediately at home here. The 27” scale length keeps lower tunings tight and defined, while the flame maple top adds snap to the alder body’s natural punch.

The HS pickup configuration opens up tonal flexibility—aggressive bridge tones paired with cleaner, more articulate neck options. Whether you're in progressive metal or ambient textures, this one covers ground fast.

Sunset Extreme-6 FR HSS – White Ebony Top

Sunset Extreme-6 FR HSS – White Ebony Top Trans Black Burst

This is where versatility really shows up. The HSS configuration gives you everything from glassy cleans to high-output punch, and the swamp ash body paired with a white ebony top brings a dynamic, responsive feel.

It’s a player’s guitar—fast neck, wide tonal range, and a Floyd Rose system ready for anything from subtle movement to full divebombs.

Tempest 50th Anniversary – Gold Burst

Tempest 50th Anniversary – Gold Burst

Not every standout guitar needs a trem system. The Tempest 50th Anniversary is built around sustain, resonance, and refined tone.

With a neck-thru design, swamp ash body, and anniversary pickups, this guitar bridges vintage character and modern output. It’s equally comfortable in studio sessions or on stage, with a tonal range that moves from warm and expressive to aggressive and focused.

Why This Matters for Players

There’s no shortage of guitars on the market. What’s harder to find is consistency at a high level—build quality, playability, and tone all aligned.

That’s what makes these Custom Shop instruments worth paying attention to.

At Haggerty’s, every guitar is fully inspected and professionally set up before it ships. That matters more than most people think. A great instrument still needs to arrive ready to perform.

Available Now at Haggerty’s Music

This is a limited selection. Custom Shop instruments aren’t built in bulk, and once these one-of-a-kind guitars are sold, they are gone. 

If you’ve been looking for something that pushes beyond standard production guitars and something built for how you actually play, this is where to start.

Established in 1963, Haggerty’s Music serves musicians across the globe. Locally owned and operated in Rapid City, South Dakota. Questions? Call +1 (605) 348-6737.