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Schecter C-1 FR SLS Elite guitar in Blood Burst vs Schecter Kenny Hickey Solo-6 EX S guitar in Steele Green
The C-1 FR SLS Elite is a Floyd Rose-equipped speed machine for advanced players doing aggressive whammy work and extended techniques, while the Kenny Hickey Solo-6 EX S is a set-neck instrument with a Sustainiac pickup system for expressive harmonic textures and technical metal. Choose the C-1 if you need dive-bomb stability and ultra-fast playability; choose the Kenny Hickey if you want sustainment effects and a more ergonomic, traditionally-braced platform.
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Schecter C-1 FR SLS Elite guitar in Blood Burst
Schecter Kenny Hickey Solo-6 EX S guitar in Steele Green
Specs side by side
| Schecter C-1 FR SLS Elite guitar in Blood Burst | Schecter Kenny Hickey Solo-6 EX S guitar in Steele Green | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $1,599.00 | $1,599.00 |
| Brand | Schecter | Schecter |
| Series | Schecter C-1 | — |
| Body | Single Cutaway | Single Cutaway |
| Body Type | Solid | Solid |
| Scale | 25.5" Scale | 26.5" Scale |
| Strings | 6 | 6 |
| Frets | 24 Frets | 24 Frets |
| Fretboard | Ebony | Rosewood |
| Neck | Maple | Mahogany |
| Neck Construction | Neck-Thru-Body | Set-Neck |
| Pickup Configuration | HH | — |
| Bridge | Floyd Rose Licensed | Tune-O-Matic / Stopbar |
| Year | 2023 | 2023 |
| Condition | New | New |
Why choose Schecter C-1 FR SLS Elite guitar in Blood Burst
- ✓ Floyd Rose 1500 Series bridge with locking nut for extreme tuning stability and dive-bomb capability
- ✓ Neck-through construction maximizes sustain and upper-fret access
- ✓ Dual Fishman Fluence pickups with push-pull voice-shaping controls for tonal versatility
- ✓ Ultra-thin 'C' neck (.748" at first fret) enables exceptional playing speed
Why choose Schecter Kenny Hickey Solo-6 EX S guitar in Steele Green
- ✓ Sustainiac neck pickup with Fundamental-Mix-Harmonic modes for harmonic sustain and expressive textures
- ✓ Set-neck construction with solid mahogany body delivers focused midrange character
- ✓ 26.5" scale length and slightly thicker neck profile (.866" at 12th fret) offer comfortable ergonomics
- ✓ TonePros T3BT TOM bridge with T1Z tailpiece provides stable intonation without a whammy bar
Frequently asked questions
What's the main playability difference between these two?
The C-1 FR SLS Elite has a neck-through ultra-thin 'C' profile (.748" at the first fret) designed for absolute speed, while the Kenny Hickey Solo-6 EX S uses a set-neck with a slightly thicker 'C' profile (.787" at the first fret) that balances speed with ergonomic comfort. The Kenny Hickey's 26.5" scale length also adds two inches compared to typical 24.75" designs, extending reach for technical passages.
Which guitar is better for whammy bar techniques?
The C-1 FR SLS Elite is built for aggressive whammy work with its Floyd Rose 1500 Series bridge and locking nut designed to lock in tuning during extreme dive-bombs and bend techniques. The Kenny Hickey Solo-6 EX S uses a fixed TonePros TOM bridge with no floating tremolo, making it unsuitable for whammy effects.
How do the pickup systems differ in tone and control?
The C-1 FR SLS Elite uses dual Fishman Fluence Modern pickups with ceramic bridge and alnico neck, plus push-pull controls for instant voice-shaping between different pickup voicings. The Kenny Hickey Solo-6 EX S uses a Seymour Duncan SH-4 JB bridge with a Sustainiac neck pickup offering three harmonic modes (Fundamental-Mix-Harmonic), designed for sustain textures rather than tonal variety.
Which should I choose as an intermediate player?
The Kenny Hickey Solo-6 EX S lists intermediate skill level as suitable and offers more forgiving ergonomics with its set-neck design and fixed bridge. The C-1 FR SLS Elite is marketed for advanced and professional players and demands expertise with Floyd Rose maintenance and ultra-thin neck control.