Schecter C-1 Standard guitar in Blood Burst
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- Brand new in original box
- Full Schecter manufacturer's warranty
- Free shipping in the continental US
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- SKU
- SCHECTER3949
- Color
- Red
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Description
Sound & Tone
Two Schecter Diamond Standard humbuckers give this C-1 a warm, midrange-forward voice with enough high-end bite for aggressive rock, metal, and alternative playing, while the mahogany body with flamed maple top adds natural warmth balanced by tightness on top. The hardtail bridge and bolt-on roasted maple/purpleheart neck contribute firm note attack and steady sustain, and the 25.5" scale keeps low tunings and palm-muted riffs defined rather than muddy. With 24 jumbo frets, a 14" radius, and a graphite nut, it also handles lead work and cleaner chord passages without losing clarity.
Schecter C-1 Standard Guitar in Blood Burst
The Schecter C-1 Standard is built to capture defined, focused tones in the studio with its thin "C"-shaped neck and 24 jumbo frets across a 25.5" scale. This mid-tier workhorse balances solid construction with affordability, making it a reliable platform for tracking sessions across rock, metal, and alternative production. The distinctive Blood Burst finish—rich mahogany body with flamed maple top and black binding—photographs well and translates cleanly on camera for content creation.
Recording Playability & Consistency
The roasted maple neck with purpleheart multi-ply construction and carbon fiber reinforcement rods resists temperature and humidity shifts, critical for maintaining consistent intonation across tracking sessions. Neck dimensions measure 0.787" at the 1st fret and 0.866" at the 12th fret, paired with a 14" fretboard radius and graphite nut for reliable intonation and reduced friction—essential for punch-in sessions and layering multiple guitar parts with precision.
Tone & Electronics for Mix Integration
Two Schecter Diamond Standard humbuckers deliver warm, articulate midrange and aggressive high-end clarity that sits naturally in dense mixes without excessive coloration. The diamond hardtail bridge ensures rock-solid tuning stability and direct string-to-body energy transfer, while the bolt-on mahogany/maple construction provides balanced sustain with natural warmth—ideal for layering rhythm tracks or cutting aggressive lead lines.
Key Features
- Body: Mahogany with flamed maple top and black 1-ply binding
- Bolt-on construction with black hardware
- Roasted maple/purpleheart multi-ply neck with carbon fiber reinforcement rods
- Rosewood fretboard with white dot inlays
- Thin "C" neck shape: 0.787" (1st fret) to 0.866" (12th fret)
- 24 jumbo frets on 25.5" scale
- 14" fretboard radius with 42mm graphite nut
- Schecter tuners and 2-way adjustable truss rod
- Two Schecter Diamond Standard humbuckers
- Schecter Diamond hardtail bridge
- Made in China
- Blood Burst finish
The C-1 Standard combines stable hardware, ergonomic design, and proven pickups into a guitar that performs reliably across multiple recording sessions and production contexts.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
| Neck Construction | Bolt-On |
| Country of Manufacture | Indonesia |
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Specifications
| Scale Length | 25.5" Scale |
|---|---|
| Frets | 24 Frets |
| Fretboard | Rosewood |
| Neck Wood | Maple |
| Neck Construction | Bolt-On |
| Bridge | Hardtail |
| Strings | 6 |
| Orientation | Right handed |
| Made In | Indonesia |
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Hard Rock
- ✓ Rock
- ✓ Progressive
Not the best pick for
- – Jazz
- – Blues
- – Country
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced
Frequently Asked Questions
What neck shape and dimensions does this guitar have?
The C-1 Standard features Schecter's thin C-shaped neck that tapers from 0.787 inches at the 1st fret to 0.866 inches at the 12th fret, paired with a 14-inch fretboard radius and 42mm graphite nut. The 25.5-inch scale and 24 jumbo frets provide familiar positioning for players transitioning from standard Fender-scale instruments.
What are the pickups and how do they sound?
Two Schecter Diamond Standard humbuckers deliver warm, articulate midrange paired with aggressive high-end clarity suitable for metal, hard rock, and progressive lead work as well as full-bodied rhythm tones. The mahogany/maple bolt-on construction with hardtail bridge ensures balanced sustain and natural warmth across all registers.
Is this guitar suitable for metal and hard rock?
Yes—the C-1 Standard is purpose-built for metal, hard rock, rock, and progressive genres. Its thin neck prioritizes speed and comfort for shredding, the Diamond humbuckers deliver aggressive clarity for distorted work, and the hardtail bridge provides rock-solid tuning stability during aggressive playing.
How does the roasted maple neck resist warping?
The neck uses roasted maple with purpleheart multi-ply construction and carbon fiber reinforcement rods, which resist seasonal warping while maintaining responsive playability and tuning stability over time.
What is the Blood Burst finish?
Blood Burst is a rich mahogany body with flamed maple top and black binding that delivers unmistakable visual impact. The guitar is made in China and includes black hardware and Schecter tuners.
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 $28 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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