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Schecter Damien Platinum-8 LH guitar in Satin Black vs Schecter C-1 Exotic Ebony guitar in Natural Satin
The Damien Platinum-8 LH is a left-handed 8-string extended-range instrument built for metal and progressive tunings, while the C-1 Exotic Ebony is a right-handed standard 6-string designed for broader rock, metal, and blues versatility. Choose the Damien if you need left-handed 8-string capability; choose the C-1 if you want a traditional 6-string with a tremolo system and don't require extended range or southpaw configuration.
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Schecter Damien Platinum-8 LH guitar in Satin Black
Schecter C-1 Exotic Ebony guitar in Natural Satin
Specs side by side
| Schecter Damien Platinum-8 LH guitar in Satin Black | Schecter C-1 Exotic Ebony guitar in Natural Satin | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $999.00 | $999.00 |
| Brand | Schecter | Schecter |
| Series | Schecter Damien | Schecter C-1 |
| Body | Single Cutaway | — |
| Body Type | Solid | Solid |
| Scale | 28" Scale | 25.5" Scale |
| Strings | 8 | 6 |
| Frets | 24 Frets | 24 Frets |
| Fretboard | Rosewood | Ebony |
| Neck | Mahogany | Maple |
| Neck Construction | Set-Neck | Bolt-On |
| Pickup Configuration | Active HH | — |
| Bridge | String-Through Body | Tremolo |
| Year | Unknown | Unknown |
| Condition | New | New |
Why choose Schecter Damien Platinum-8 LH guitar in Satin Black
- ✓ Left-handed configuration with 28-inch extended scale for low-tuning clarity and 8-string extended range
- ✓ Set-neck construction with carbon fiber reinforcement for structural integrity across demanding drop tunings
- ✓ Dual EMG-808 active humbuckers voiced specifically for 8-string articulation and high output
- ✓ String-thru-body hardtail bridge design ensures stable tuning in extreme tunings
Why choose Schecter C-1 Exotic Ebony guitar in Natural Satin
- ✓ Standard 6-string in right-handed configuration with broad appeal across rock, metal, and blues
- ✓ Wilkinson WVS50IIK tremolo bridge enables vibrato modulation and expressive playing techniques
- ✓ Schecter Diamond '78 pickups with 2-way coil split toggle provide versatile tonal options
- ✓ Bolt-on construction easier to service; ebony top and arched body enhance visual appeal
Frequently asked questions
Who should buy the left-handed Damien Platinum-8?
Southpaw players specifically, particularly those in metal, progressive, or djent genres who need 8-string extended range and extreme low-tuning capability. If you are right-handed or play standard 6-string, this guitar is not suitable.
What is the key tonal difference between these guitars?
The Damien emphasizes tight low-end clarity and aggressive character across an 8-string range via active EMG-808 pickups, while the C-1 offers refined mid-range versatility and dynamic response via passive Diamond '78 pickups. The C-1's tremolo also enables vibrato expression unavailable on the Damien's hardtail bridge.
Does scale length matter, and why?
Yes. The Damien's 28-inch scale maintains clarity and prevents floppy response in extreme drop tunings essential for 8-string metal. The C-1 uses a standard shorter scale appropriate for traditional 6-string rock and blues tunings.
Which is easier to maintain and repair?
The C-1 Exotic Ebony uses bolt-on construction, making neck removal and fret work simpler and more affordable. The Damien's set-neck construction requires more specialized service but provides superior structural integrity for extended-range demands.