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Schecter Signature Kenny Hickey C-1 EX S Left-Handed Electric Guitar in Steele Green Finish vs Schecter Robert Smith UltraCure Electric Guitar Black Pearl
The Kenny Hickey C-1 EX S is a left-handed metal and hard rock powerhouse with a Sustainiac neck pickup for infinite sustain and harmonic effects, while the Robert Smith UltraCure is a right-handed alternative and post-punk instrument designed for atmospheric, expressive playing with dual '59 pickups. Choose the Kenny Hickey if you're a left-handed metal player seeking crushing tones and technical capability; choose the Robert Smith if you play post-punk, alternative, or indie and want dark, moody character with tonal nuance.
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Schecter Signature Kenny Hickey C-1 EX S Left-Handed Electric Guitar in Steele Green Finish
Schecter Robert Smith UltraCure Electric Guitar Black Pearl
Specs side by side
| Schecter Signature Kenny Hickey C-1 EX S Left-Handed Electric Guitar in Steele Green Finish | Schecter Robert Smith UltraCure Electric Guitar Black Pearl | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $1,349.00 | $1,349.00 |
| Brand | Schecter | Schecter |
| Series | Schecter C-1 | — |
| Body | Single Cutaway | — |
| Body Type | Solid | Solid |
| Scale | — | 25.5" Scale |
| Strings | 6 | 6 |
| Frets | — | 24 Frets |
| Fretboard | Rosewood | Rosewood |
| Neck | — | Maple |
| Bridge | Fixed | Tremolo |
| Year | Unknown | 2023 |
| Condition | New | New |
Why choose Schecter Signature Kenny Hickey C-1 EX S Left-Handed Electric Guitar in Steele Green Finish
- ✓ Built specifically for left-handed players
- ✓ Sustainiac neck pickup enables infinite sustain and harmonic modes for lead work
- ✓ Seymour Duncan JB bridge pickup delivers aggressive, crushing rhythm tones
- ✓ 26.5" scale provides extended range and tension for metal applications
Why choose Schecter Robert Smith UltraCure Electric Guitar Black Pearl
- ✓ Dual Seymour Duncan '59 pickups deliver warm, dark tones suited to post-punk and alternative
- ✓ Chambered mahogany body with set-neck construction creates atmospheric depth and resonance
- ✓ Push-pull volume controls and 3-way selector enable expressive tonal shaping
- ✓ Bigsby Flat Top B50 bridge with Roller TonePros TOM provides unique sustain character
Frequently asked questions
Which guitar is better for metal and hard rock?
The Kenny Hickey C-1 EX S is purpose-built for metal and hard rock with its aggressive Seymour Duncan JB bridge pickup, Sustainiac neck pickup for infinite sustain, and crushing rhythm capability. The Robert Smith UltraCure is explicitly not ideal for metal or hard rock and is designed for post-punk and atmospheric styles.
Are both guitars available for left-handed players?
No. The Kenny Hickey C-1 EX S is built specifically for left-handed players. The Robert Smith UltraCure description does not indicate a left-handed option, suggesting it is right-handed only.
What is the main tonal difference between these two guitars?
The Kenny Hickey delivers warm, articulate tones with impressive sustain and crushing rhythm capability optimized for metal. The Robert Smith offers dark, moody character with crystalline clarity and atmospheric depth suited to post-punk and alternative rock, with more expressive tonal shaping via push-pull controls.
Do these guitars have different scale lengths and what does that mean?
Yes: the Kenny Hickey has a 26.5" scale while the Robert Smith has a 25.5" scale. The longer scale on the Kenny Hickey provides higher string tension and extended range, favoring aggressive metal playing, while the shorter scale on the Robert Smith offers slightly lighter string tension and faster playing feel for alternative and indie styles.