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Schecter Damien Platinum-9 guitar in Satin Black vs Schecter Hellraiser C-1 FR S Guitar Black Cherry B-Stock 1590
The Damien Platinum-9 is a 9-string extended-range instrument built for extreme drop tunings and modern progressive metal, while the Hellraiser C-1 FR S is a traditional 6-string with Floyd Rose tremolo suited to faster thrash and hard rock. Choose the 9-string if you need those extra low strings; choose the Hellraiser if you want classic metal versatility with whammy bar control and don't need extended range.
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Schecter Damien Platinum-9 guitar in Satin Black
Schecter Hellraiser C-1 FR S Guitar Black Cherry B-Stock 1590
Specs side by side
| Schecter Damien Platinum-9 guitar in Satin Black | Schecter Hellraiser C-1 FR S Guitar Black Cherry B-Stock 1590 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $1,099.00 | $1,079.20 |
| Brand | Schecter | Schecter |
| Series | Schecter Damien | Schecter Hellraiser |
| Body | Single Cutaway | Single Cutaway |
| Body Type | Solid | Solid |
| Scale | 30" Scale | 25.5" Scale |
| Strings | 9 | 6 |
| Frets | 24 Frets | 24 Frets |
| Fretboard | Rosewood | Rosewood |
| Neck | Mahogany | Mahogany |
| Neck Construction | Set-Neck | — |
| Pickup Configuration | Active HH | HH |
| Bridge | Hipshot | Tremolo |
| Year | Unknown | 2024 |
| Condition | New | Refurbished |
Why choose Schecter Damien Platinum-9 guitar in Satin Black
- ✓ Nine-string extended range for extreme drop tunings and modern prog-metal
- ✓ Longer 30-inch scale maintains clarity across expanded lower register
- ✓ Dual EMG 909 pickups with independent controls for tonal flexibility
- ✓ Ultra Access set-neck with carbon-reinforced 3-piece maple neck for stability
Why choose Schecter Hellraiser C-1 FR S Guitar Black Cherry B-Stock 1590
- ✓ Floyd Rose 1000 tremolo for dynamic whammy bar effects and tuning lock
- ✓ B-stock pricing for unplayed condition with only cosmetic wear
- ✓ Shorter 25.5-inch scale and thinner fretboard radius suit fast lead playing
- ✓ Sustainiac neck pickup adds harmonic sustain and feedback control options
Frequently asked questions
Which guitar is better for thrash metal?
The Hellraiser C-1 FR S is traditionally associated with thrash metal thanks to its Floyd Rose tremolo and classic 6-string, 25.5-inch scale platform. The Damien Platinum-9 leans toward progressive metal and djent styles that exploit extended range rather than whammy effects.
Can either of these handle standard tuning?
Yes, both can play standard tuning, but the Damien Platinum-9 is engineered for drop tunings across nine strings, while the Hellraiser C-1 FR S performs equally well in standard or drop-D/C tunings on six strings with its familiar scale length.
What is the B-stock condition on the Hellraiser?
The Hellraiser C-1 FR S is unplayed with only minor cosmetic wear: a dull spot on the fretboard binding clear coat. Electronically and mechanically it performs like new.
How do the pickups and tonal character differ?
The Damien uses dual EMG 909s for articulate, high-output versatility across nine strings. The Hellraiser pairs an EMG 81 bridge pickup with a Sustainiac neck pickup, offering searing leads and harmonic sustain suitable for thrash and prog on six strings.