Schecter Hellraiser C-7 FR S guitar in Black Cherry
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- SCHECTER1829
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- Black
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Description
Sound & Tone
The mahogany body and set neck with a quilted maple top give this seven-string a thick, sustaining low end with enough top-end definition to keep chords from turning muddy, while the 26.5" scale keeps the low B tight and articulate. The EMG 81-7 in the bridge is high-output and aggressive, delivering the tight, cutting attack that suits metal rhythm work and lead playing under heavy gain, and the neck Sustainiac opens up endless sustain and harmonic feedback for solos and ambient textures. With 24 X-jumbo frets, a 16" radius, a thin 'C' mahogany neck and a Floyd Rose 1000 bridge, it is built for fast, low-tuned riffing and dive-bomb-heavy lead styles.
Schecter Hellraiser C-7 FR S in Black Cherry
The Hellraiser C-7 FR S is a purpose-built seven-string instrument designed for modern extended-range playing. Its slim Thin C neck profile and 26.5" scale deliver comfortable fretting hand positioning across all registers, while the Floyd Rose 1000 Series bridge enables aggressive dive-bombs and pitch manipulation without tuning drift. The quilted maple top over mahogany body finished in Black Cherry presents a striking aesthetic backed by solid tonal foundation.
Playability & Build
The set-neck mahogany construction with Ultra Access body contours provides reliable sustain and upper-fret access critical for seven-string work. The rosewood fingerboard with 24 X-Jumbo frets and 16" radius supports both aggressive lead work and clean chordal playing, while the 47.6 mm nut width spaces the strings appropriately for seven-string clarity without cramping. On stage, this neck geometry keeps your hand moving fluidly through complex passages, and the set-neck joint ensures consistent intonation and response night after night.
Tone & Electronics
An EMG 81-7 bridge pickup delivers aggressive, articulate output suited to heavy playing and drop tunings, cutting through a full live mix with definition. The Sustainiac neck pickup adds harmonic sustain and feedback control through dedicated Sustainiac mode switching, opening sonic territory beyond traditional voicing. Independent volume, tone, and intensity controls plus a 3-way pickup selector and 2-way Sustainiac on/off switch provide comprehensive tonal sculpting without menu diving—critical when you're mid-set and need quick adjustments.
Key Features
- Body: Mahogany with quilted maple top
- Neck: Mahogany set-neck with Ultra Access
- Finish: Black Cherry with abalone binding (BLK/WHT/BLK multi-ply)
- Fingerboard: Rosewood, 16" radius, 24 X-Jumbo frets
- Scale: 26.5" (673 mm)
- Neck profile: Thin C (.787" at 1st fret, .866" at 12th fret)
- Nut width: 47.6 mm
- Bridge pickup: EMG 81-7; Neck pickup: Sustainiac
- Bridge: Floyd Rose 1000 Series
- Tuners: Grover with black chrome hardware
- Controls: Volume, Tone, Intensity, 3-Way Pickup Switch, 2-Way Sustainiac On/Off, 3-Way Sustainiac Mode (Fundamental/Mix/Harmonic)
- Strings: Ernie Ball Regular Slinky 7-string (.010–.056)
This seven-string combines precision hardware, dual-voicing electronics, and ergonomic neck geometry to handle contemporary metal, progressive, and extended-range styles with confidence on any stage.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
| Neck Construction | Set-Neck |
| Country of Manufacture | South Korea |
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Specifications
| Body Style | Single Cutaway |
|---|---|
| Scale Length | 26.5" Scale |
| Frets | 24 Frets |
| Fretboard | Rosewood |
| Neck Wood | Mahogany |
| Neck Construction | Set-Neck |
| Bridge | Floyd Rose Licensed |
| Strings | 7 |
| Orientation | Right handed |
| Made In | South Korea |
Who This Is For
| Best suited for | Metal, Progressive, Djent, Drop Tunings, Extended Range |
|---|---|
| Tonal character | Aggressive articulate output, high sustain, harmonic feedback control, tight low end, modern extended-range clarity |
| Less specialized for | Jazz, Blues, Country (it will do it; instruments voiced for that style do it more easily) |
| Skill level | Intermediate / Advanced / Professional |
Frequently Asked Questions
What skill level is this guitar suited for?
This is an intermediate-to-advanced and professional-grade instrument. Seven-string playing and Floyd Rose operation require familiarity with extended-range technique and bridge maintenance; it is not recommended for beginners new to either extended-range or whammy-bar systems.
What genres does this guitar excel in?
It is purpose-built for metal, progressive, djent, and modern styles that use drop tunings and extended-range techniques. It is not optimized for jazz, blues, or country playing.
What are the key hardware and pickup features?
It features a Floyd Rose 1000 Series bridge for stable pitch manipulation, an EMG 81-7 bridge pickup for aggressive articulate output, a Sustainiac neck pickup with dedicated mode switching (Fundamental/Mix/Harmonic), and independent volume, tone, and intensity controls. The Thin C neck is 26.5" scale with a 47.6 mm nut width, 24 X-Jumbo frets, and 16" radius for seven-string clarity.
How does this compare to other extended-range guitars?
The Hellraiser C-7 FR S competes directly with the Ibanez RG7PJ7, ESP LTD M-207, Jackson JS32 Dinky DKA, and Dean Vendetta XM 7-String. It differentiates with the Sustainiac dual-voice system, set-neck mahogany construction for sustain, Ultra Access body contours for upper-fret reach, and a quilted maple top finished in Black Cherry with abalone binding for a striking aesthetic.
What strings are included?
The guitar ships with Ernie Ball Regular Slinky 7-string gauges (.010–.056) installed and ready to play.
Do I pay sales tax on this order?
Sales tax is collected only on orders shipped to California; orders shipped to any other US state are not charged sales tax at checkout when you buy direct from our website. At a typical 7% rate that is an estimated $105 less at checkout than the same listed price on a marketplace, which collects sales tax as the facilitator in most states. Buyers remain responsible for any use tax their state applies. Free US shipping and 30-day returns are included.
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