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Schecter Damien Platinum-6 FR S LH guitar in Satin Black B-Stock 0373 vs Schecter Hellraiser C-7 LH guitar in Black Cherry
The Damien Platinum-6 FR S is a 6-string with Floyd Rose vibrato and Sustainiac neck pickup for expressive lead work, while the Hellraiser C-7 is a 7-string with fixed TOM bridge and active EMG 57/66 pickups optimized for heavy, resonant riffing. Choose the Damien for technical 6-string soloing with vibrato flexibility; choose the Hellraiser for extended-range djent and metal with deeper low-end anchor.
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Schecter Damien Platinum-6 FR S LH guitar in Satin Black B-Stock 0373
Schecter Hellraiser C-7 LH guitar in Black Cherry
Specs side by side
| Schecter Damien Platinum-6 FR S LH guitar in Satin Black B-Stock 0373 | Schecter Hellraiser C-7 LH guitar in Black Cherry | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $959.20 | $1,249.00 |
| Brand | Schecter | Schecter |
| Series | Schecter Damien | Schecter Hellraiser |
| Body | Single Cutaway | Single Cutaway |
| Body Type | Solid | Solid |
| Scale | 25.5" Scale | 26.5" Scale |
| Strings | 6 | 7 |
| Frets | 24 Frets | 24 Frets |
| Fretboard | Rosewood | Rosewood |
| Neck | Maple | Mahogany |
| Neck Construction | Set-Neck | Set-Neck |
| Pickup Configuration | HH | Active HH |
| Bridge | Floyd Rose Licensed | Tune-O-Matic |
| Year | Unknown | Unknown |
| Condition | Refurbished | New |
Why choose Schecter Damien Platinum-6 FR S LH guitar in Satin Black B-Stock 0373
- ✓ Floyd Rose Special bridge enables expressive vibrato and tuning tricks
- ✓ Sustainiac neck pickup for artificial sustain and experimental tones
- ✓ Familiar 6-string, 25.5-inch scale suits traditional metal and prog soloing
- ✓ Thin C neck with 24 X-Jumbo frets optimized for speed and upper-fret access
Why choose Schecter Hellraiser C-7 LH guitar in Black Cherry
- ✓ 7-string configuration delivers deeper, heavier low-end for modern metal and djent
- ✓ Active EMG 57-7 and 66-7 pickups cut through dense mixes with high output
- ✓ 26.5-inch scale and set neck provide warm, sustained tone with harmonic richness
- ✓ Quilted maple top and arched body add visual depth and tonal resonance
Frequently asked questions
Which is better for djent and modern metal?
The Hellraiser C-7 is purpose-built for djent with its 7-string setup, deeper 26.5-inch scale, and active high-output pickups that anchor heavy, palm-muted riffs. The 6-string Damien lacks the extended range.
Can I use the Damien for lead solos with expression?
Yes. The Damien's Floyd Rose bridge and Sustainiac neck pickup make it ideal for expressive lead work with vibrato effects and artificial sustain. The Hellraiser's fixed TOM bridge prioritizes tuning stability over vibrato tricks.
What's the neck profile difference?
Both have a thin C-shaped neck measuring .787 inches at the first fret and .866 at the 12th. The key difference is scale length: Damien is 25.5 inches (standard), Hellraiser is 26.5 inches (deeper for low 7th string).
Which has better pickup output for cutting through a mix?
The Hellraiser's active EMG 57-7 and 66-7 pickups deliver higher output and are specifically voiced to cut through dense mixes. The Damien's EMG 81 and Sustainiac are more versatile but less aggressively voiced for mix presence.