Schecter Ernie C C-1 LH guitar in Satin Black Reign
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- SKU
- SCHECTER912
- Color
- Black
. Description
Sound & Tone
The EMG 81 bridge and 89 neck pickups push high-output, tightly focused tone with sharp attack and plenty of clarity under gain, making this a natural fit for metal rhythm work, thrash-speed riffing and cutting lead lines. Neck-thru mahogany construction and the ebony fretboard add warm low-end resonance and long sustain, while the 25.5" scale keeps string tension firm and note definition crisp for low, chugging passages. The 89's coil-splitting via the push-pull tone opens up cleaner, thinner voicings for arpeggios and clean sections, and the Floyd Rose 1500 bridge supports dive bombs and vibrato-heavy soloing.
Schecter C-1 Lefty Ernie C Left-Handed Electric Guitar
The Schecter C-1 Lefty Ernie C captures articulate, punchy tones with its neck-thru mahogany construction and ultra-thin C-shaped neck, delivering the sustain and resonance needed for layered tracking and overdubs. The Ultra Access design enables efficient fret access during session work, while the compound radius ebony fretboard handles everything from chord voicings to fast lead passages with equal ease. Built entirely for left-handed players, this instrument arrives new in box with full Schecter warranty coverage.
Playability & Session Comfort
The Ultra Thin C neck profile measures .748" at the first fret and .787" at the twelfth, shaped for comfort during long tracking sessions and studio takes. A 3-piece maple neck with carbon fiber reinforcement maintains tuning stability and resists neck movement in temperature-controlled environments, while the 2-way truss rod allows quick action adjustments between sessions. The compound radius fretboard (12"–16") combined with 24 X-Jumbo stainless steel frets ensures clean articulation whether recording open voicings or single-note lines.
Tone & Recording Electronics
EMG 81 and EMG 89 active pickups with black chrome covers deliver high-output clarity and precision definition across multiple genres and recording chain configurations, while the push-pull tone control provides tonal flexibility for dialing in the exact character needed for each track or mix context. The neck-thru mahogany construction imparts warm, sustained resonance that cuts through dense mixes and sits naturally alongside other instruments.
Key Features
- Left-handed configuration with full hardware setup
- Mahogany body with neck-thru construction and Ultra Access
- 3-piece maple neck with carbon fiber reinforcement
- Ultra Thin C neck shape – .748" (19MM) at 1st fret, .787" (20MM) at 12th fret
- 25.5" scale length
- Ebony fretboard with 24 X-Jumbo stainless steel frets
- Compound radius (12"–16") for versatile playability
- Grey Pearloid Gothic Cross inlays with Luminlay side dot markers
- Floyd Rose 1500 Series Left-Handed bridge and nut (1.625" nut width)
- EMG 81/89 active pickups with black chrome covers
- Volume/Tone (Push-Pull)/3-Way Switch controls
- Black Nickel hardware with Grover tuners
- Black Reign Satin finish
This left-handed instrument combines premium components, professional-grade electronics, and thoughtful ergonomics into a platform ready for serious performance and recording work.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Left handed |
| Neck Construction | Neck-Thru-Body |
| Country of Manufacture | South Korea |
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Specifications
| Body Style | Single Cutaway |
|---|---|
| Scale Length | 25.5" Scale |
| Frets | 24 Frets |
| Fretboard | Ebony |
| Neck Wood | Mahogany |
| Neck Construction | Neck-Thru-Body |
| Bridge | Floyd Rose Licensed |
| Strings | 6 |
| Orientation | Left handed |
| Model Year | 2022 |
| Made In | South Korea |
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Hard Rock
- ✓ Progressive
- ✓ Drop Tunings
- ✓ Studio Sessions
Not the best pick for
- – Folk
- – Jazz
- – Country
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this guitar suitable for left-handed players, or is it a converted right-handed model?
This is a purpose-built left-handed instrument with full hardware setup, including a left-handed Floyd Rose 1500 Series bridge and nut. All electronics, controls, and ergonomic features are configured from the factory for left-handed play—no conversion compromises.
What genres and tunings is this guitar best suited for?
The C-1 LH excels in metal, hard rock, and progressive music, with particular strength in drop tunings. Its high-output EMG pickups and extended sustain make it ideal for heavy riffing, studio work, and live performance in those genres.
What is the neck profile, and will it suit both open chords and lead playing?
The Ultra Thin C neck measures 0.748" at the first fret and 0.787" at the twelfth fret, paired with a compound radius ebony fretboard (12"–16") and 24 X-Jumbo stainless steel frets. This profile accommodates both open chord work and rapid single-note lead passages across the entire fingerboard.
What pickups are in this guitar, and can I adjust the tone?
The C-1 LH features EMG 81/89 active pickups with black chrome covers, delivering high-output clarity and articulation. A push-pull tone control provides quick access to broader sonic palette without adding extra controls to the layout.
How does the neck-thru construction affect sustain and stability?
The neck-thru mahogany body imparts warm resonance and extended sustain characteristic of premium solid-body designs. The 3-piece maple neck is reinforced with carbon fiber to resist twisting and maintain stability during performance and recording.
Do I pay sales tax on this order?
We collect sales tax only on orders shipped to California. Orders shipped to any other US state are charged $0 sales tax at checkout when you buy direct from our website. On this item that is roughly $94 less out the door than the same listed price at a national retailer or on a marketplace. Marketplaces such as eBay, Reverb and Amazon collect sales tax in nearly every state as marketplace facilitators no matter who the seller is, so the same item at the same price costs less bought direct. Free US shipping and 30-day returns are included. Some states ask buyers to self-report use tax on out-of-state purchases.
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