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Schecter Damien Platinum-6 FR S Electric Guitar Satin Black vs Schecter Hellraiser C-1 Electric Guitar Black Cherry
The Damien Platinum-6 FR S features a Floyd Rose Special bridge for aggressive tuning stability and dive-bomb effects, while the Hellraiser C-1 uses traditional fixed hardware with locking tuners for straightforward reliability. Choose the Damien for players who want extreme whammy bar expression in metal; choose the Hellraiser for those prioritizing stability and active tonal shaping without bridge complexity.
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Schecter Damien Platinum-6 FR S Electric Guitar Satin Black
Schecter Hellraiser C-1 Electric Guitar Black Cherry
Specs side by side
| Schecter Damien Platinum-6 FR S Electric Guitar Satin Black | Schecter Hellraiser C-1 Electric Guitar Black Cherry | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $1,149.00 | $1,149.00 |
| Brand | Schecter | Schecter |
| Series | Schecter Damien | Schecter Hellraiser |
| Body | Single Cutaway | Single Cutaway |
| Body Type | Solid | Solid |
| Strings | 6 | 6 |
| Fretboard | Rosewood | Rosewood |
| Pickup Configuration | HH | — |
| Bridge | Tremolo | Fixed |
| Year | Unknown | Unknown |
| Condition | New | New |
Why choose Schecter Damien Platinum-6 FR S Electric Guitar Satin Black
- ✓ Floyd Rose Special bridge enables dramatic pitch bends and whammy effects
- ✓ Sustainiac neck pickup with dedicated mode switching for harmonic sustain and feedback control
- ✓ Double 9-volt battery compartment supports Sustainiac circuit demands
- ✓ Satin finish requires no break-in and provides fast playing surface
Why choose Schecter Hellraiser C-1 Electric Guitar Black Cherry
- ✓ Quilted maple top over mahogany delivers visual sophistication and tonal depth
- ✓ Graph Tech XL Black Tusq nut and locking tuners ensure stable intonation without whammy bar complications
- ✓ EMG 89R neck pickup with push-pull volume control for expanded active voicing options
- ✓ Set-neck construction optimized for body resonance and rhythm tone thickness
Frequently asked questions
What's the main hardware difference between these two?
The Damien uses a Floyd Rose Special tremolo bridge for pitch diving and vibrato effects, while the Hellraiser uses a fixed bridge with locking tuners and Graph Tech nut for straightforward tuning stability. Floyd Rose systems offer more expressive pitch control but require regular maintenance; fixed bridges prioritize tuning retention.
How do the pickup configurations differ?
The Damien pairs EMG 81 bridge with EMG 85 Sustainiac neck pickups featuring mode switching for harmonic sustain generation. The Hellraiser uses EMG 81TW bridge and EMG 89R neck pickups with push-pull volume control for active voicing. Both deliver high output and articulate response; the Damien emphasizes harmonic feedback control, the Hellraiser emphasizes tonal shaping.
Which is better for studio recording?
The Hellraiser C-1 is explicitly listed for studio sessions and offers more straightforward tonal control and tuning stability without bridge adjustments. The Damien's Floyd Rose requires more technical setup maintenance, though its Sustainiac offers unique harmonic recording possibilities for progressive styles.
Are the necks and playability similar?
Both feature identical thin 'C' neck profiles measuring 0.787" at the first fret, 25.5" scale, 24 X-Jumbo frets, and 14" radius for speed-focused upper-fret access. The Hellraiser's 3-piece mahogany neck versus the Damien's construction offers negligible playability difference; choice depends on hardware and electronics preferences.