Schecter C-1 FR S SLS Elite guitar in Blood Burst
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- SKU
- SCHECTER1373
- Color
- Red
. Description
Sound & Tone
The Fishman Fluence Modern ceramic bridge humbucker gives this C-1 a tight, focused attack with articulate treble detail, and the swamp ash body, maple top and neck-through maple/walnut/padauk construction reinforce that clarity with firm low end and long sustain, while the ebony fretboard keeps note definition crisp under high gain. The Sustainiac neck pickup adds infinite sustain with Fundamental, Mix and Harmonic modes for feedback-style swells and singing overtones on demand. With a 25.5" scale, 24 stainless frets and a Floyd Rose 1500, it's aimed at modern metal, progressive rock and shred players who want fast lead work, dive-bomb vamping and controlled harmonic effects.
Schecter C-1 FR-S SLS Elite Guitar Blood Burst
The C-1 FR-S SLS Elite is engineered for studio tracking and production work, featuring an exceptionally thin neck profile with its Ultra Thin "C" shape and carbon fiber reinforcement that minimizes fatigue during long recording sessions and complex overdub arrangements. The neck-through construction combined with Ultra Access body shaping enables seamless fretboard navigation across all 24 frets, critical for capturing layered guitar parts with precision. This is a production instrument built for engineers and producers who demand both rapid workflow and sonic flexibility in the mix.
Recording-Ready Playability
The Ultra Thin "C" neck measures just 0.748" at the first fret and 0.787" at the 12th, paired with a 12"-16" compound radius ebony fretboard for consistent response during tracking passes. 24 X-Jumbo stainless steel frets deliver clean articulation and precise intonation across takes, while the Grover Rotomatic 18:1 tuners and Floyd Rose 1500 Series nut maintain rock-solid stability through extended sessions and whammy bar-driven textures.
Studio Tone & Signal Control
The Fishman Fluence Modern ceramic humbucker at the bridge captures focused, articulate high-end definition that cuts through dense mixes, while the Sustainiac neck pickup with dedicated switching and three harmonic modes (Fundamental-Mix-Harmonic) provides programmable sustain and harmonic layering for atmospheric textures and experimental recording techniques. Complete control over both pickups and Sustainiac functionality is managed through intuitive push-pull tone controls and dedicated mode switches, enabling quick mid-session adjustments without breaking take momentum.
Key Features
- Neck-Through construction with Ultra Access body contour
- Maple/Walnut/Padauk 7-ply neck with carbon fiber reinforcement rods
- Ultra Thin "C" neck shape: 0.748" (19mm) at 1st fret, 0.787" (20mm) at 12th fret
- 25.5" scale with 24 X-Jumbo stainless steel frets
- Ebony fretboard with 12"-16" compound radius and abalone inlays
- Swamp ash body with flamed maple top and ivory binding
- Floyd Rose 1500 Series bridge and nut
- Fishman Fluence Modern ceramic humbucker bridge pickup
- Sustainiac neck pickup with Fundamental-Mix-Harmonic mode switching
- Grover Rotomatic 18:1 tuners with 2-way truss rod adjustment
- Black hardware throughout
- Right-handed configuration with metal dome knobs and set screws
The C-1 FR-S SLS Elite merges refined ergonomics, premium tonewoods, and cutting-edge pickup technology into a cohesive recording platform for layered arrangements, studio effects processing, and dynamic performance capture.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
| Neck Construction | Neck-Thru-Body |
| Country of Manufacture | South Korea |
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Specifications
| Scale Length | 25.5" Scale |
|---|---|
| Frets | 24 Frets |
| Fretboard | Ebony |
| Neck Wood | Maple |
| Neck Construction | Neck-Thru-Body |
| Bridge | Floyd Rose Licensed |
| Strings | 6 |
| Orientation | Right handed |
| Model Year | 2023 |
| Made In | South Korea |
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Progressive
- ✓ Hard Rock
- ✓ Extended Range
- ✓ Studio Sessions
Not the best pick for
- – Traditional Jazz
- – Folk
- – Country
Skill level: Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What neck profile does this guitar have, and who is it suited for?
The Ultra Thin C-neck measures 0.748 inches at the first fret and 0.787 inches at the 12th, designed for advanced and professional players who value speed and comfort during long playing sessions. The 12-inch-to-16-inch compound radius ebony fretboard accommodates both traditional fretting and rapid position shifts across all 24 X-Jumbo stainless steel frets.
What pickup configuration does the C-1 FR-S SLS Elite have?
The guitar features a Fishman Fluence Modern ceramic humbucker at the bridge for articulate, focused high-end response, paired with a Sustainiac neck pickup that offers Fundamental-Mix-Harmonic mode switching for creative sustain and resonance effects via dedicated push-pull tone controls.
What tuning stability features are included?
The Floyd Rose 1500 Series bridge and nut ensure stable tuning and smooth tremolo operation, paired with Grover Rotomatic 18:1 tuners and a 2-way truss rod for precise adjustment and sustained intonation across the entire range.
What woods and construction methods are used?
The guitar features neck-through construction with a 7-ply maple, walnut, and padauk neck reinforced with carbon fiber rods, a swamp ash body with a flamed maple top and ivory binding, and an ebony fretboard with abalone inlays for durability and visual appeal.
What genres and playing styles is this guitar best suited for?
The C-1 FR-S SLS Elite is engineered for metal, progressive, hard rock, and extended-range applications, both in studio sessions and live performance, and is not recommended for traditional jazz, folk, or country styles.
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