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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 1341
The C-1 FR-S is a 6-string with a Floyd Rose tremolo system ideal for players who need pitch-bending versatility and modern metal tones, while the KM-7 MK-III EX is a baritone 7-string built for drop tunings and extended-range work without a tremolo. Choose the C-1 FR-S if you want expressive vibrato control; choose the KM-7 if you need lower tuning range and stable, no-nonsense tuning.
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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 1341
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 1341 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $1,439.20 | $1,439.20 |
| Brand | Schecter | Schecter |
| Series | Schecter C-1 | Schecter Keith Merrow KM |
| 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 aggressive pitch bending and vibrato effects
- ✓ Swamp ash body with pale moon ebony top delivers articulate, punchy tone
- ✓ Ultra-thin 19mm neck profile at 1st fret provides fast, fluid access
- ✓ Dual independent pickups with Sustainiac neck option for texture variety
Why choose Schecter KM-7 MK-III EX Guitar B-Stock 1341
- ✓ 7-string extended range perfect for drop tunings and baritone voicing
- ✓ Carbon fiber-reinforced mahogany neck resists twisting in extended tuning
- ✓ Lundgren Black Heaven pickup optimized across all seven strings
- ✓ Single killswitch enables dynamic muting effects without tremolo complexity
Frequently asked questions
Which guitar handles the lowest tunings?
The KM-7 MK-III EX is purpose-built as a baritone 7-string with a longer scale and Lundgren pickup voiced for extended range. The C-1 FR-S is a standard 25.5" 6-string better suited to standard through drop-D territory.
Can I get vibrato effects on the KM-7?
No. The KM-7 uses a fixed bridge with no tremolo system. Its killswitch provides dynamic muting and swelling, but not pitch-bending vibrato like the C-1 FR-S Floyd Rose.
Which neck is fastest for shredding?
Both have ultra-thin C profiles with 24 X-jumbo frets and compound radius fretboards. The C-1 FR-S is 19mm at the 1st fret; the KM-7 uses a similarly thin profile. Access and comfort favor your hand size and tuning preference more than raw speed.
What's the tonal difference between the body woods?
The C-1 FR-S (swamp ash with pale moon ebony top) yields brighter, more articulate high-end; the KM-7 (mahogany with ash top) produces warmer resonance suited to heavier, deeper tunings. Choice depends on genre—modern metal shred favors the C-1, djent and progressive favors the KM-7.