Schecter C-7 FR S Apocalypse guitar in Red Reign
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- SKU
- SCHECTER3058
- Color
- Red
. Description
Sound & Tone
The swamp ash body and set-neck construction give this seven-string a firm, articulate voice, while the 26.5" scale keeps low tunings tight and defined rather than loose. The Apocalypse-VII bridge pickup drives aggressive modern rhythm tones with clarity from the ebony fretboard, and the Sustainiac neck unit adds endless sustain with Fundamental, Mix, and Harmonic modes for feedback-style leads and drawn-out melodic passages. Best suited to progressive metal, djent and technical lead playing, especially for players who want Floyd Rose vibrato work alongside extended-range riffing.
Schecter C-7 FR-S Apocalypse Electric Guitar in Red Reign
The C-7 FR-S Apocalypse is engineered for serious seven-string players who demand speed, precision, and tonal range on stage. A thin, fast neck profile paired with a 26.5" extended scale lets you navigate the fretboard with fluidity while maintaining solid low-end definition across all seven strings. The set-neck construction with Ultra Access keeps upper-fret work effortless during live performance, and the Floyd Rose 1500 Series floating bridge system delivers the tuning stability and dive capabilities that working musicians rely on. Red Reign finish with satin black hardware projects the aggressive character the instrument delivers.
Playability & Build Quality
The thin 'C' neck profile measuring .787" at the first fret and .866" at the 12th fret feels responsive and natural in extended playing sessions, making rapid position shifts and extended runs feel intuitive. Maple/Padauk multi-ply neck with carbon fiber reinforcement rods keeps the neck rigid and twist-free, critical for maintaining intonation during aggressive playing and tuning dives. The 26.5" scale gives lower tunings clarity and string tension across all seven strings without feeling loose or flabby, a difference you'll feel immediately on stage. 24 X-Jumbo stainless steel frets on an ebony fretboard with 12"-16" compound radius provide smooth, consistent action from first to last fret. Glow-in-the-dark side dot markers and Roman numeral inlays keep you oriented on darker stages and add visual punch to your rig.
Tone & Electronics
The pairing of a Schecter USA Apocalypse-VII bridge pickup with a Sustainiac neck pickup gives you command over a wide palette—from articulate, cutting modern voicings to sustained, harmonic textures that let you layer tones and atmospherics. Control layout includes master volume and tone, dedicated intensity knob, three-way pickup selection, a two-way Sustainiac on-off switch, and a three-way Sustainiac mode selector (Fundamental-Mix-Harmonic), all powered by a 9-volt clip-in battery compartment for the Sustainiac circuit. The ergonomic layout means you're never wrestling with controls mid-performance.
Key Features
- Seven-string extended range with 26.5" scale length
- Swamp ash body with arched top and black 1-ply binding
- Set-neck construction with Ultra Access for upper-fret comfort
- Thin 'C' neck profile: .787" at 1st fret / .866" at 12th fret
- Maple/Padauk multi-ply neck with carbon fiber reinforcement rods
- Ebony fretboard with 24 X-Jumbo stainless steel frets and 12"-16" compound radius
- Glow-in-the-dark side dot markers and Roman numeral inlays
- Floyd Rose 1500 Series bridge and nut with 1.625" nut width
- Grover Rotomatic 18:1 tuners and 2-way truss rod adjustment
- Schecter USA Apocalypse-VII bridge pickup and Sustainiac neck pickup
- Five-control electronics: Volume, Tone, Intensity, pickup switching, and dual Sustainiac switches
- Satin black hardware throughout; made in South Korea
Built for the player who needs extended range, lightning-fast response, and tonal firepower in a gig-ready package. This machine combines the tuning stability of a floating bridge, the responsiveness of a thin neck, and specialized pickup technology that delivers both definition and sustain when you need it most.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
| Neck Construction | Set-Neck |
| Country of Manufacture | South Korea |
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Specifications
| Scale Length | 26.5" Scale |
|---|---|
| Frets | 24 Frets |
| Fretboard | Ebony |
| Neck Wood | Maple |
| Neck Construction | Set-Neck |
| Bridge | Floyd Rose Licensed |
| Strings | 7 |
| Orientation | Right handed |
| Model Year | 2019 |
| Made In | South Korea |
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Progressive
- ✓ Extended Range
- ✓ Drop Tunings
Not the best pick for
- – Blues
- – Jazz
- – Country
Skill level: Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What neck profile and scale length does this guitar have?
The C-7 FR-S features a thin C-neck profile measuring 0.787" at the first fret and 0.866" at the 12th fret, paired with a 26.5" extended scale length designed for seven-string playing, speed, and precision in drop tunings and technical passages.
What pickups are in this guitar and how do they work?
It features a Schecter USA Apocalypse-VII bridge pickup for aggressive modern voicings and a Sustainiac neck pickup that creates sustained harmonic textures via a 9-volt battery-powered system. Dual Sustainiac switches let you toggle the sustainer on/off and select between three modes, giving you both passive and active tonal shaping.
Is the intonation stable with the Floyd Rose bridge?
Yes—the Floyd Rose 1500 Series floating bridge delivers precision intonation control and stability, backed by a carbon fiber-reinforced neck with multi-ply maple/padauk construction that resists twist and maintains tuning stability during aggressive playing and tuning adjustments.
How comfortable is this for extended upper-fret playing?
The set-neck construction includes an Ultra Access cutaway that balances upper-fret comfort with solid tonal coherence, while the thin C-profile and 24 X-Jumbo stainless steel frets with 12"-16" compound radius ensure consistent action and playability from nut to body.
What genres and playing styles is this guitar best suited for?
The C-7 FR-S Apocalypse is built for metal, progressive rock, and extended-range genres that demand precision, aggression, and harmonic sustain—not recommended for blues, jazz, or country music.
Do I pay sales tax on this order?
We collect sales tax only on orders shipped to California. Orders shipped to any other US state are charged $0 sales tax at checkout when you buy direct from our website. On this item that is roughly $115 less out the door than the same listed price at a national retailer or on a marketplace. Marketplaces such as eBay, Reverb and Amazon collect sales tax in nearly every state as marketplace facilitators no matter who the seller is, so the same item at the same price costs less bought direct. Free US shipping and 30-day returns are included. Some states ask buyers to self-report use tax on out-of-state purchases.
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