Schecter Hellraiser C-1 FR LH guitar in Black Cherry
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- SKU
- SCHECTER1831
- Color
- Red
. Description
Sound & Tone
The active EMG 81TW bridge and 89R neck pickups push a tight, high-output voice with sharp attack and long sustain, while the mahogany body and set-neck construction underpin it with weight and warmth in the low mids. Pulling the push-pull pots splits the coils for thinner, cleaner single-coil-style tones, so rhythm parts and cleaner passages stay usable alongside heavily saturated playing. With a 25.5" scale, 24 X-Jumbo frets, a thin "C" neck and a Floyd Rose 1000 system, it's aimed at left-handed players working in modern metal and hard rock — fast riffing, lead work above the 12th fret, and dive-bomb whammy techniques.
Schecter Hellraiser C-1 FR Left-Handed Electric Guitar in Black Cherry
This left-handed Hellraiser C-1 FR excels in the studio and live rig alike, engineered for tracking sessions that demand precision and tonal definition. The thin "C"-profile neck and 24 X-Jumbo frets enable fast, accurate playing across punch-in takes and layered arrangements. Set-neck construction with Ultra Access paired with a Floyd Rose 1000 Series bridge provide the tuning stability and sustain needed for dense recording sessions. The Black Cherry finish over a quilted maple top with abalone multi-ply binding delivers both visual appeal and the solid acoustic response that translates through mixing and mastering.
Playability & Neck Design
The mahogany 3-piece neck paired with a rosewood fretboard and thin "C" profile creates a responsive, ergonomic feel ideal for long studio days; neck dimensions measure .787" at the 1st fret and .866" at the 12th fret for consistent hand positioning across sessions. 24 X-Jumbo frets with a 14" fretboard radius and abalone Gothic Cross inlays support clean articulation and controlled bending in both traditional and modern idioms across the 25.5" scale.
Tone & Electronics
Active EMG 81TW bridge pickup and EMG 89R neck pickup deliver the high-output clarity and controlled sustain essential for cutting through dense mixes, with push-pull pot splitting for tonal range across genre applications. The Floyd Rose nut and bridge system maintains pitch integrity through long recording takes while the 9-volt clip-in battery compartment powers the active electronics reliably throughout extended sessions.
Key Features
- Left-handed configuration
- Mahogany body with quilted maple top and arched contour
- Set-neck construction with Ultra Access
- Mahogany 3-piece neck with thin "C" profile
- Rosewood fretboard with abalone Gothic Cross inlays
- 24 X-Jumbo frets on 25.5" scale with 14" radius
- EMG 81TW and EMG 89R active pickups with push-pull coil split
- Floyd Rose 1000 Series bridge and Floyd Rose nut
- Grover tuners with black chrome hardware
- Abalone multi-ply binding (BLK/WHT/BLK)
- 1.625" nut width
- 2-way adjustable truss rod
The Hellraiser C-1 FR pairs Schecter's hardware engineering with high-output EMG electronics and set-neck stability—a workhorse instrument built to capture aggressive modern metal and hard rock tones with clarity, punch, and reliable tracking performance.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Left handed |
| Neck Construction | Set-Neck |
| Country of Manufacture | South Korea |
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Specifications
| Body Style | Single Cutaway |
|---|---|
| Scale Length | 25.5" Scale |
| Frets | 24 Frets |
| Fretboard | Rosewood |
| Neck Wood | Mahogany |
| Neck Construction | Set-Neck |
| Pickups | Active HH |
| Bridge | Floyd Rose Licensed |
| Strings | 6 |
| Orientation | Left handed |
| Made In | South Korea |
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Hard Rock
- ✓ Djent
- ✓ Drop Tunings
Not the best pick for
- – Jazz
- – Traditional Blues
- – Folk
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this guitar suitable for left-handed players only?
Yes, this Hellraiser C-1 FR is specifically configured as a left-handed instrument, with all controls, hardware, and body contours mirrored for lefty playing.
What pickup configuration does it have, and can I adjust the tone?
The guitar features active EMG 81TW (bridge) and EMG 89R (neck) pickups with a push-pull coil split on each volume pot, allowing you to switch between full-output and split-coil voicings for expanded tonal range from aggressive to articulate cleans.
How does the Floyd Rose bridge help with tuning stability?
The Floyd Rose 1000 Series bridge and matching Floyd Rose nut lock the strings at both ends of the neck, maintaining tuning accuracy even during aggressive string bending and playing techniques common in metal and hard rock.
What is the neck profile, and who should play this guitar?
The thin "C"-profile neck (0.787" at the 1st fret, 0.866" at the 12th) is designed for speed and precision, making it ideal for intermediate, advanced, and professional players pursuing modern metal, hard rock, djent, and drop-tuning styles; it is not recommended for jazz, traditional blues, or folk.
What are the key specifications for fretboard and scale length?
The guitar has a 25.5" scale length, 24 X-Jumbo frets on a 14" fretboard radius, rosewood fretboard with abalone Gothic Cross inlays, and a 1.625" nut width, supporting both traditional and modern playing techniques.
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