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Schecter C-1 Jerry Horton 25th Anniversary guitar in White vs Schecter Devil-4 guitar in Blackout
The C-1 Jerry Horton is a thick-sounding humbucking workhorse built for metal and hard rock's aggression, while the Devil-4 is a brighter, articulate single-coil machine designed for blues, rock session work, and versatile tonal shaping. Choose the C-1 for compressed gain and rhythm lock; choose the Devil-4 for clarity and dimensional top-end cut.
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Schecter C-1 Jerry Horton 25th Anniversary guitar in White
Specs side by side
| Schecter C-1 Jerry Horton 25th Anniversary guitar in White | Schecter Devil-4 guitar in Blackout | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $1,299.00 | $1,299.00 |
| Brand | Schecter | Schecter |
| Series | Schecter C-1 | — |
| Scale | 25.5" Scale | — |
| Strings | 6 | 6 |
| Frets | 24 Frets | — |
| Fretboard | Rosewood | — |
| Neck | Maple | — |
| Neck Construction | Bolt-On | — |
| Pickup Configuration | HH | — |
| Bridge | Tune-O-Matic | — |
| Year | 2026 | Unknown |
| Condition | New | New |
Why choose Schecter C-1 Jerry Horton 25th Anniversary guitar in White
- ✓ Dual humbuckers deliver thick, compressed gain ideal for metal and hard rock
- ✓ 25.5" scale with thin C-profile neck enables fast, responsive lead playing
- ✓ Coil split adds single-coil versatility without sacrificing core humbucker character
- ✓ TonePros bridge and Grover tuners provide professional tuning stability
Why choose Schecter Devil-4 guitar in Blackout
- ✓ Swamp ash body with P-90-style pickups produces bright, articulate tone rewarding fingerstyle and picking precision
- ✓ Series-parallel push-pull control expands range from woody to cutting without complexity
- ✓ Tummy cut and arm contour eliminate dead spots during extended session work
- ✓ 12" fretboard radius with 22 X-Jumbo frets supports bending and intonation work
Frequently asked questions
Which is better for metal and hard rock?
The C-1 Jerry Horton. Its dual humbuckers deliver the thick, compressed gain and tight rhythm character that define those genres. The Devil-4 is voiced for blues and rock session work and lacks the midrange aggression metal requires.
Which works better for studio and session playing?
The Devil-4. Its bright, articulate P-90-style pickups and dimensional top-end clarity are engineered for session precision and cutting through mixes. The C-1's compressed character serves gigging and live metal better than studio versatility.
How do the necks compare?
Both use 25.5" scale and C-profile maple necks. The C-1's neck is thinner (20–22mm taper) for speed, while the Devil-4 uses a C-shaped profile with 12" radius for Fender-style familiarity. Choose based on whether you prefer shred-oriented thinness or traditional comfort.
Which offers more tonal flexibility?
The Devil-4. Its series-parallel push-pull control and dual pickup design shift from woody to cutting versatility across blues and rock. The C-1's coil split adds single-coil options but remains fundamentally a thick-sounding humbucker platform.