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Schecter Patrick Kennison E-1 FR Apocrypha Guitar vs Schecter Rob Scallon C-8 Multiscale Electric Guitar
The Patrick Kennison E-1 FR is a high-performance 6-string built for speed and aggression with a single bridge humbucker, while the Rob Scallon C-8 Multiscale is an extended-range 8-string designed for drop tunings and complex progressive work with dual pickups. Choose the Kennison for traditional metal and hard rock; choose the Scallon for extended-range metal and progressive genres demanding lower tuning flexibility.
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Schecter Patrick Kennison E-1 FR Apocrypha Guitar
Schecter Rob Scallon C-8 Multiscale Electric Guitar
Specs side by side
| Schecter Patrick Kennison E-1 FR Apocrypha Guitar | Schecter Rob Scallon C-8 Multiscale Electric Guitar | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $1,599.00 | $1,599.00 |
| Brand | Schecter | Schecter |
| Series | Schecter E-1 | Schecter Rob Scallon |
| Body | — | Single Cutaway |
| Body Type | Solid | Solid |
| Scale | 25.5" Scale | Multi Scale |
| Strings | 6 | 8 |
| Frets | 24 Frets | 24 Frets |
| Fretboard | Ebony | Ebony |
| Neck | Maple | Mahogany |
| Bridge | Tremolo | Fixed |
| Year | 2023 | 2023 |
| Condition | New | New |
Why choose Schecter Patrick Kennison E-1 FR Apocrypha Guitar
- ✓ Minimalist single-volume setup keeps signal path direct and transparent
- ✓ Thin C-shaped neck (20mm at 1st fret) excels for speed and fluid playing
- ✓ 24 X-Jumbo stainless steel frets on 14" radius support aggressive technique
- ✓ 25.5" scale length is standard for most metal and hard rock applications
Why choose Schecter Rob Scallon C-8 Multiscale Electric Guitar
- ✓ 8-string extended range enables drop tunings and lower register articulation
- ✓ Multiscale design (27" to 25.5") maintains consistent tension across all strings
- ✓ Dual Schecter Diamond '78 pickups with 3-way switch provide tonal versatility
- ✓ Neck-through construction maximizes sustain and body resonance
Frequently asked questions
Which is better for traditional metal riffing?
The Kennison E-1 FR suits traditional 6-string metal better; its 25.5" scale and single bridge humbucker are optimized for standard tunings and classic metal voicing. The C-8 is built specifically for lower tunings that expose its extended range.
Can either handle drop tunings?
The Kennison works fine for moderate drop tunings on a 6-string. The C-8 Multiscale is purpose-built for extreme drop tunings and extended-range work, with its multiscale fretboard and 8-string configuration maintaining consistent playability and tension.
Which offers more tonal control?
The Scallon C-8 has more control with two pickups, a Volume/Tone push-pull knob, and a 3-way switch. The Kennison keeps it simple with a single volume knob for direct, uncolored tone from its bridge humbucker.
What's the neck-construction difference?
The Kennison uses a set-neck (mahogany body with maple/carbon 3-piece neck glued in) for traditional tonal characteristics. The Scallon is neck-through (mahogany neck passes fully through the body) for increased sustain and stability across eight strings.