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Schecter C-1 FR-S Pale Moon guitar in Natural Satin with Black Burst B-Stock 0633 vs Schecter KM-7 MK-III EX Guitar B-Stock 0803
The C-1 FR-S is a 6-string instrument with a Floyd Rose tremolo system suited for metal and hard rock players who want vibrato expressiveness, while the KM-7 MK-III EX is a 7-string baritone built for drop tunings and djent with fixed bridge stability. Choose the Schecter C-1 FR-S for traditional extended-range metal with tremolo effects; choose the KM-7 MK-III EX for lower tunings and extreme range without tremolo complexity.
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Schecter C-1 FR-S Pale Moon guitar in Natural Satin with Black Burst B-Stock 0633
Schecter KM-7 MK-III EX Guitar B-Stock 0803
Specs side by side
| Schecter C-1 FR-S Pale Moon guitar in Natural Satin with Black Burst B-Stock 0633 | Schecter KM-7 MK-III EX Guitar B-Stock 0803 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $1,439.20 | $1,439.20 |
| Brand | Schecter | Schecter |
| Series | Schecter C-1 | — |
| Body Type | Solid | — |
| Scale | 25.5" Scale | 28" Scale |
| Strings | 6 | 7 |
| Frets | 24 Frets | 24 Frets |
| Fretboard | Richlite | Ebony |
| Neck | Maple | Mahogany |
| Neck Construction | Neck-Thru-Body | Neck-Thru-Body |
| Pickup Configuration | Active H | — |
| Bridge | Floyd Rose Licensed | Hipshot |
| Year | 2026 | Unknown |
| Condition | Refurbished | Refurbished |
Why choose Schecter C-1 FR-S Pale Moon guitar in Natural Satin with Black Burst B-Stock 0633
- ✓ Floyd Rose 1500 tremolo enables dynamic vibrato effects for expressive playing
- ✓ Dual-pickup setup with Sustainiac neck pickup and independent mode switches
- ✓ Swamp ash body with pale moon ebony provides striking aesthetics and tonal clarity
- ✓ 25.5-inch scale offers familiar tuning stability and bend characteristics
Why choose Schecter KM-7 MK-III EX Guitar B-Stock 0803
- ✓ Seven strings with 7-string baritone tuning designed for extreme drop-tuning applications
- ✓ Lundgren Black Heaven-7 bridge pickup with open-coil clarity across all extended strings
- ✓ Carbon fiber-reinforced neck resists twisting under low tension from dropped tunings
- ✓ Single killswitch enables dynamic muting and swelling effects
Frequently asked questions
What's the main tuning difference between these guitars?
The C-1 FR-S is a standard 6-string with a 25.5-inch scale designed for conventional metal tunings. The KM-7 MK-III EX is a 7-string baritone built specifically for extreme drop tunings and lower frequencies.
Why would I choose the tremolo system on the C-1 FR-S over the fixed bridge KM-7?
The Floyd Rose 1500 tremolo allows vibrato dives, pitch bends, and return-to-pitch effects for expressive playing. The KM-7's fixed bridge prioritizes tuning stability when working with lower string tensions in dropped tunings.
Which guitar is better for djent and progressive metal?
The KM-7 MK-III EX is purpose-built for djent with its 7-string range, Lundgren Black Heaven-7 pickup, and carbon fiber neck for low-tuning applications. The C-1 FR-S suits progressive metal players who want 6-string versatility and tremolo effects.
How do the pickup systems differ?
The C-1 FR-S features a dual-pickup setup with a Schecter Brimstone-6 bridge and Sustainiac neck pickup, each with independent mode switches for layered sounds. The KM-7 MK-III EX has a single Lundgren Black Heaven-7 bridge pickup optimized for 7-string clarity with a killswitch for dynamic effects.