Schecter C-8 Deluxe guitar in Satin Black
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- SKU
- SCHECTER440
- Color
- Black
. Description
Sound & Tone
The 28-inch scale keeps the low strings tight and articulate, so eight-string riffing lands with definition rather than flub, while the basswood body and bolt-on maple neck with rosewood fretboard give a focused midrange with clear attack. The Schecter Diamond Plus humbuckers at both positions push a hot, compressed output suited to high-gain rhythm work, and the Tune-O-Matic string-through bridge adds sustain and solid note-to-note separation under distortion. It leans toward modern metal, djent, and progressive playing, though the neck pickup rolls back into a thicker, rounder voice for leads and cleaner passages.
Schecter C-8 Deluxe in Satin Black
The Schecter C-8 Deluxe is an extended-range eight-string instrument engineered to capture articulate, controlled tones across a wider frequency palette. Its thin 'C' neck profile and 28" scale deliver responsive tracking and predictable intonation during recording sessions, while the satin black finish resists fingerprints and maintains a professional studio appearance. This is a production-ready platform for modern metal, progressive, and experimental mixing applications where extended low-end definition is essential.
Playability & Neck Design for Session Work
The maple neck with rosewood fretboard provides a smooth, consistent playing surface with stable sustain characteristics that translate reliably to tape and digital recordings. Twenty-four Narrow X-Jumbo frets and a 16" fretboard radius support precise articulation and clean string definition across all eight strings during overdub sessions, while the thin 'C' profile—measuring just .787" at the first fret—enables extended takes without hand fatigue affecting performance consistency. A 2-way adjustable truss rod with 5/32" allen nut allows straightforward neck relief adjustments to maintain tracking accuracy, and the graphite nut at 2.125" width ensures stable tuning retention and balanced string-to-string response.
Tone & Electronics in the Mix
Dual Schecter Diamond Plus pickups in both bridge and neck positions deliver clear, defined output with controlled low-end response that sits well in dense mixes with other extended-range instruments. The Tune-O-Matic bridge with string-through-body design anchors the instrument solidly to the basswood body, maximizing sustain and clarity for recorded takes and ensuring minimal phase issues in multitrack arrangements. Standard volume and tone controls with a 3-way selector switch and chrome hardware provide reliable tonal shaping and position switching without noise or intermittency.
Key Features
- Eight-string configuration with 28" (711mm) scale length
- Maple neck with thin 'C' profile (.787" at 1st fret, .866" at 12th fret)
- Rosewood fretboard with 24 Narrow X-Jumbo frets
- 16" (406mm) fretboard radius with 4mm dot inlays
- Schecter Diamond Plus bridge and neck pickups
- Tune-O-Matic bridge with string-through-body design
- Graphite nut, 2.125" width
- Bolt-on basswood body construction
- 2-way adjustable truss rod with 5/32" allen nut
- Metal knurled knobs with set screw
- Chrome hardware throughout
- Right-handed orientation, satin black finish
This C-8 Deluxe combines extended-range recording capability with tuning stability and reliable signal path—a straightforward eight-string production tool for home studios and professional tracking sessions.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
| Neck Construction | Bolt-On |
| Country of Manufacture | Indonesia |
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Specifications
| Body Style | Single Cutaway |
|---|---|
| Scale Length | 28" Scale |
| Frets | 24 Frets |
| Fretboard | Rosewood |
| Neck Wood | Maple |
| Neck Construction | Bolt-On |
| Bridge | Tune-O-Matic |
| Strings | 8 |
| Orientation | Right handed |
| Made In | Indonesia |
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Progressive
- ✓ Djent
- ✓ Extended Range
Not the best pick for
- – Jazz
- – Traditional Blues
- – Country
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What skill level is the C-8 Deluxe suited for?
The C-8 Deluxe is designed for intermediate, advanced, and professional players. The thin 'C' neck profile and responsive playability support extended-range work, though eight-string experience and comfort with lower tunings is recommended.
What genres and playing styles is this guitar best for?
The C-8 Deluxe excels in metal, progressive, djent, and experimental playing styles. Its articulate pickups, tight low end, and extended-range clarity make it less suitable for jazz, traditional blues, or country music.
How does the thin 'C' neck profile benefit long playing sessions?
The thin 'C' profile—measuring just .787 inches at the first fret and .866 inches at the 12th fret—minimizes hand fatigue during extended sessions while maintaining stability across all eight strings. The 16-inch fretboard radius and 24 Narrow X-Jumbo frets support both lead work and chording.
What pickup configuration does the C-8 Deluxe have?
The guitar features dual Schecter Diamond Plus pickups in bridge and neck positions, delivering articulate output with tight low-end response suited to the extended eight-string range and a standard 3-way selector switch for pickup blending.
How does the string-through-body bridge design affect tone?
The Tune-O-Matic bridge with string-through-body design anchors the instrument solidly to maximize sustain and clarity across all eight strings, ensuring stable intonation and even string spacing through the 2.125-inch graphite nut.
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