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Schecter Signature Kenny Hickey C-1 EX S Left-Handed Electric Guitar in Steele Green Finish vs Schecter Stiletto Studio-8 Left-Handed Electric Bass Honey Satin
The Kenny Hickey C-1 EX S is a left-handed electric guitar built for metal and hard rock with signature pickups and Sustainiac switching, while the Stiletto Studio-8 is a left-handed 8-string bass designed for extended-range progressive and fusion work. Choose the guitar if you play lead and rhythm in rock/metal genres; choose the bass if you need low-end foundation and extended harmonic range.
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Schecter Signature Kenny Hickey C-1 EX S Left-Handed Electric Guitar in Steele Green Finish
Schecter Stiletto Studio-8 Left-Handed Electric Bass Honey Satin
Specs side by side
| Schecter Signature Kenny Hickey C-1 EX S Left-Handed Electric Guitar in Steele Green Finish | Schecter Stiletto Studio-8 Left-Handed Electric Bass Honey Satin | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $1,349.00 | $1,349.00 |
| Brand | Schecter | Schecter |
| Series | Schecter C-1 | Schecter Stiletto |
| Body | Single Cutaway | Modern Bass |
| Body Type | Solid | Solid |
| Strings | 6 | 8 |
| Fretboard | Rosewood | Rosewood |
| Bridge | Fixed | Fixed |
| Year | Unknown | Unknown |
| Condition | New | New |
Why choose Schecter Signature Kenny Hickey C-1 EX S Left-Handed Electric Guitar in Steele Green Finish
- ✓ Seymour Duncan JB and Sustainiac pickups deliver warm, articulate tones with mode switching for dynamic lead textures
- ✓ Thin 'C' neck profile optimized for rapid-fire riffs and intricate lead work
- ✓ 26.5" scale with 24 X-Jumbo frets supports fast technical playing and precise intonation
- ✓ TonePros T3BT bridge with string-thru design locks in sustain and tonal clarity
Why choose Schecter Stiletto Studio-8 Left-Handed Electric Bass Honey Satin
- ✓ 8-string extended range opens rich harmonic textures and lower-register possibilities
- ✓ Dual EMG 35HZ pickups with 3-band active EQ deliver punchy midrange and clear note definition across all frequencies
- ✓ 34" scale with 24 X-Jumbo frets supports both aggressive pick attack and fluid finger-style technique
- ✓ 18-volt active electronics and diamond custom bass bridge ensure stable tuning and professional performance
Frequently asked questions
Are these both left-handed instruments?
Yes, both the Kenny Hickey C-1 EX S and Stiletto Studio-8 are built specifically for left-handed players.
What's the main genre and skill fit difference?
The Kenny Hickey C-1 EX S is a guitar designed for metal, hard rock, and progressive lead and rhythm work at intermediate to professional levels. The Stiletto Studio-8 is a bass guitar suited for progressive, fusion, and metal at intermediate to professional levels, with extended-range capabilities.
How do the neck profiles compare?
Both instruments share identical thin 'C' neck dimensions (0.787" at 1st fret, 0.866" at 12th fret), but the guitar has a 26.5" scale with 14" fretboard radius while the bass has a 34" scale with 16" fretboard radius, optimizing each for their respective range and playing style.
What are the key electronics differences?
The guitar features Seymour Duncan JB bridge and Sustainiac neck pickups with mode switching (9-volt) for dynamic sustain effects. The bass features dual EMG 35HZ pickups with 3-band active EQ (18-volt), prioritizing articulate midrange clarity and frequency balance across eight strings.