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Schecter Hellraiser C-1 FR Sustainiac Left Handed Electric Guitar Black Cherry vs Schecter Hellraiser C-7 FR S Left-Handed Electric Guitar Black Cherry
The C-1 FR Sustainiac is a 6-string instrument designed for traditional extended-range metal and progressive work, while the C-7 FR S adds a seventh string and larger frets for deeper tunings and djent-focused playing. Choose the C-1 if you want a lighter, more versatile 6-string platform; choose the C-7 if you need the extra low-end range and tonal thickness of a 7-string.
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Schecter Hellraiser C-1 FR Sustainiac Left Handed Electric Guitar Black Cherry
Schecter Hellraiser C-7 FR S Left-Handed Electric Guitar Black Cherry
Specs side by side
| Schecter Hellraiser C-1 FR Sustainiac Left Handed Electric Guitar Black Cherry | Schecter Hellraiser C-7 FR S Left-Handed Electric Guitar Black Cherry | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $1,549.00 | $1,549.00 |
| Brand | Schecter | Schecter |
| Series | Schecter Hellraiser | Schecter Hellraiser |
| Body | Single Cutaway | Single Cutaway |
| Body Type | Solid | Solid |
| Strings | 6 | 7 |
| Fretboard | Rosewood | Rosewood |
| Pickup Configuration | HH | — |
| Bridge | Tremolo | Tremolo |
| Year | Unknown | Unknown |
| Condition | New | New |
Why choose Schecter Hellraiser C-1 FR Sustainiac Left Handed Electric Guitar Black Cherry
- ✓ 6-string configuration offers lighter weight and easier transition for players accustomed to standard tunings
- ✓ 25.5-inch scale provides tighter string tension and brighter tone in the low end
- ✓ Sustainiac neck pickup with independent battery compartment for infinite sustain and feedback control
- ✓ Slightly more affordable price tier within high-end category
Why choose Schecter Hellraiser C-7 FR S Left-Handed Electric Guitar Black Cherry
- ✓ 7-string extended range delivers significantly lower tuning options and heavier, tighter tones ideal for djent
- ✓ 26.5-inch scale and 24 X-Jumbo frets enhance articulation and precision across extended range
- ✓ Larger rosewood fretboard radius (16 inches vs 14 inches) spreads notes wider for clarity on seven strings
- ✓ Grover tuners provide enhanced stability across the additional string
Frequently asked questions
What is the main tonal difference between these two guitars?
Both feature EMG active pickups and Sustainiac neck pickups, but the C-7's additional string, longer 26.5-inch scale, and 24 X-Jumbo frets produce a tighter, heavier low end suited to lower tunings. The C-1's 25.5-inch scale offers brighter sustain and is more versatile across standard and drop tunings.
Which guitar is better for djent and modern metal?
The C-7 FR S is purpose-built for djent with its 7-string configuration and tight extended range. The C-1 works for modern metal but excels more in progressive and traditional extended-range styles.
Are the neck profiles different?
Both feature identical thin 'C' neck profiles (0.787 inches at the first fret, 0.866 inches at the 12th), but the C-7 has a wider 16-inch fretboard radius versus the C-1's 14-inch, making the C-7 easier to play across seven strings.
How do the hardware and electronics differ?
The C-1 uses a Floyd Rose 1000 Series bridge and locking nut; the C-7 uses the same bridge with a wider Floyd Rose nut (1.874 inches) for 7-string spacing. Both have independent dual 9-volt battery compartments for the Sustainiac and EMG systems.