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Schecter C-1 SLS Custom Electric Guitar Satin Black B-Stock vs Schecter Stargazer-6 LH guitar in Gloss White

The C-1 SLS Custom is a neck-thru professional metal/progressive machine with high-output Fishman pickups and extreme tonal versatility, while the Stargazer-6 LH is a left-handed, mahogany-bodied rock/blues workhorse with vintage character and simpler controls. Choose the C-1 SLS if you need advanced coil-splitting and aggressive bridge output; choose the Stargazer-6 LH if you're left-handed and prefer warm, balanced tone with straightforward controls.

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Schecter C-1 SLS Custom Electric Guitar Satin Black B-Stock

$1,099.00
View Schecter C-1 SLS Custom Electric Guitar Satin Black B-Stock

Schecter Stargazer-6 LH guitar in Gloss White

$1,099.00
View Schecter Stargazer-6 LH guitar in Gloss White

Specs side by side

Schecter C-1 SLS Custom Electric Guitar Satin Black B-StockSchecter Stargazer-6 LH guitar in Gloss White
Price$1,099.00$1,099.00
BrandSchecterSchecter
SeriesSchecter C-1Schecter Stargazer
BodySingle Cutaway
Body TypeSolidSolid
Scale25.5" Scale25.5" Scale
Strings66
Frets24 Frets22 Frets
FretboardEbonyEbony
NeckUnknown / OtherMaple
Neck ConstructionSet-Neck
Pickup ConfigurationHHHH
BridgeFixedTune-O-Matic
Year20242024
ConditionRefurbishedNew

Why choose Schecter C-1 SLS Custom Electric Guitar Satin Black B-Stock

  • Neck-thru construction with ultra-thin profile (0.748" at 1st fret) reduces hand fatigue
  • Dual Fishman Fluence pickups with push-pull coil-split and secondary voicing for extreme tonal range
  • 25.5" scale with 24 X-Jumbo stainless steel frets and compound radius suited to metal and progressive genres
  • B-stock pricing delivers new-condition specs at discounted value

Why choose Schecter Stargazer-6 LH guitar in Gloss White

  • Left-handed configuration for left-handed players
  • Warm, articulate vintage character from Schecter USA SuperRock pickups
  • Thin "C" neck profile (0.787" at 1st fret) with ebony fretboard for smooth playability
  • Lightweight mahogany body with ergonomic contours minimizes fatigue
Bottom line: Buy the C-1 SLS Custom if you play metal, progressive, or hard rock and need maximum tonal control and aggressive output. Buy the Stargazer-6 LH if you are left-handed and prefer classic rock and blues tone with a simpler control layout.

Frequently asked questions

Which guitar is better for metal?

The C-1 SLS Custom is purpose-built for metal with its high-output ceramic bridge pickup, neck-thru sustain, 25.5" scale, and coil-split flexibility. The Stargazer-6 LH is voiced more for blues and classic rock, making it less ideal for heavy genres.

Is the Stargazer-6 LH only for left-handed players?

Yes, the Stargazer-6 LH is a left-handed instrument. The C-1 SLS Custom is right-handed. Left-handed players must choose the Stargazer-6 LH.

What's the fret count and scale difference?

The C-1 SLS Custom has 24 X-Jumbo frets on a 25.5" scale with a 12"-16" compound radius, optimized for lead work and aggressive bending. The Stargazer-6 LH has 22 jumbo frets on a shorter scale with a 14" radius, favoring smooth, traditional playing.

How do the pickup systems compare?

The C-1 SLS Custom features dual Fishman Fluence Modern pickups with ceramic (bridge) and alnico (neck) magnets, plus secondary humbucker voicing for extensive control. The Stargazer-6 LH uses Schecter USA SuperRock Vintage pickups designed for warm, balanced vintage tones without secondary voicing.

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