Schecter C-1 E/A Classic Guitar in Faded Vintage Sunburst
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- SCHECTER642
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- Sunburst
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Description
Sound & Tone
The mahogany body and set neck give this C-1 a warm, sustaining core, while the zebrawood top and 25.5" scale add clarity and snap to the attack, and the ebony fingerboard keeps note definition tight under gain. Its Schecter USA Pasadena humbuckers cover thick rhythm crunch and singing leads, while the Fishman Powerbridge piezo delivers an amplified acoustic voice that can be run separately or blended via the 3-way output switch. That hybrid setup suits players who need to jump between electric and acoustic tones in a single set — rock, pop, worship and singer-songwriter work — with jumbo frets and a thin "C" neck supporting fluid legato and lead phrasing.
Schecter C-1 E/A Classic Guitar Faded Vintage Sunburst
The C-1 E/A Classic combines a slim, comfortable thin "C" neck profile with a mahogany body topped in striking zebrawood for an instrument that sits naturally in the player's hands. The set-neck construction with Ultra Access cutaway delivers both stability and practical upper-fret reach, while the arched top and cream multi-ply binding give this guitar visual presence without sacrificing playability.
Recording & Performance Stability
A 25.5" scale mahogany neck reinforced with carbon fiber rods provides reliable sustain and tuning stability across 22 jumbo frets—critical for tracking clean takes in the studio. The 14" fretboard radius with ebony fingerboard and pearloid block inlays supports both smooth legato playing and articulate lead work, while the Graph Tech XL Black Tusq nut at 1.653" width and Schecter locking tuners ensure quick, accurate setup and reliable pitch hold during long recording sessions.
Hybrid Tone Shaping & Studio Versatility
This model features dual Schecter USA Pasadena pickups—a Plus bridge unit paired with a standard neck model—routed through comprehensive controls: separate magnetic and piezo volume/tone circuits with a 3-way output switch for blending magnetic, acoustic piezo, or combined tones. The Fishman Powerbridge with TonePros T1Z tailpiece handles piezo tracking while chrome hardware and metal knurled control knobs round out a professional build, letting you layer acoustic warmth under electric textures or track pure magnetic tones without re-amping.
Key Features
- 25.5" scale with 22 jumbo frets and ebony fretboard
- Mahogany 3-piece neck with carbon fiber reinforcement rods
- Thin "C" neck shape: 0.787" at 1st fret, 0.866" at 12th fret
- 14" fretboard radius with pearloid 3-piece block inlays
- Graph Tech XL Black Tusq nut, 1.653" width
- Schecter locking tuners with 2-way adjustable truss rod
- Mahogany body with zebrawood top and cream multi-ply binding
- Set-neck construction with Ultra Access cutaway
- Schecter USA Pasadena Plus bridge pickup and Pasadena neck pickup
- Fishman Powerbridge (Piezo) with TonePros T1Z tailpiece
- Magnetic/piezo hybrid electronics with 3-way output and pickup switching
- Chrome hardware with metal knurled control knobs
The C-1 E/A Classic captures genuine acoustic character through its piezo system while maintaining the magnetic pickup versatility needed for modern production—one tracking instrument that adapts across genres and mix scenarios without resorting to amp changes or outboard effects.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
| Country of Manufacture | Indonesia |
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Specifications
| Scale Length | 25.5" Scale |
|---|---|
| Frets | 24 Frets |
| Fretboard | Ebony |
| Neck Wood | Mahogany |
| Bridge | Fixed |
| Strings | 6 |
| Orientation | Right handed |
| Model Year | 2023 |
| Made In | Indonesia |
Who This Is For
| Best suited for | Studio Sessions, Home Recording, Progressive, Worship |
|---|---|
| Tonal character | Warm piezo character, articulate magnetic pickups, balanced hybrid tones, smooth legato, punchy articulate leads |
| Less specialized for | Punk, Traditional Jazz (it will do it; instruments voiced for that style do it more easily) |
| Skill level | Intermediate / Advanced / Professional |
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use just the acoustic or just the electric sound, or do I have to blend them?
The 3-way output switch lets you select magnetic pickup-only, piezo-only, or blended acoustic-electric tone. Each system has its own volume and tone controls, so you can dial in pure electric lead work, genuine acoustic character, or any combination you need.
What's the neck comfort like, and can I reach the high frets easily?
The slim thin "C" profile measures 0.787" at the 1st fret and 0.866" at the 12th fret, paired with an Ultra Access cutaway and set-neck construction for comfortable upper-fret access without sacrificing stability and sustain. The 14" fretboard radius and 22 jumbo frets support both smooth legato and articulate lead playing.
What pickups and hardware are included?
The guitar ships with dual Schecter USA Pasadena pickups (Plus model at the bridge, standard at the neck), a Fishman Powerbridge piezo system with TonePros T1Z tailpiece, Schecter locking tuners, chrome hardware, and a Graph Tech XL Black Tusq nut. The mahogany 3-piece neck is reinforced with carbon fiber rods for added stability.
Is this guitar suitable for styles like worship and progressive music?
Yes—the hybrid tone palette and separate magnetic/piezo controls make it versatile for worship, progressive, and studio work. The warm piezo character and articulate magnetic pickups blend or sit independently to suit layered arrangements and dynamic playing styles.
Do I pay sales tax on this order?
Sales tax is collected only on orders shipped to California; orders shipped to any other US state are not charged sales tax at checkout when you buy direct from our website. At a typical 7% rate that is an estimated $105 less at checkout than the same listed price on a marketplace, which collects sales tax as the facilitator in most states. Buyers remain responsible for any use tax their state applies. Free US shipping and 30-day returns are included.
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