Schecter Hellraiser C-7 FR S LH guitar in Black Cherry
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- SKU
- SCHECTER1833
- Color
- Red
. Description
Sound & Tone
The EMG 81-7 in the bridge is high-output and tightly focused, and paired with the mahogany body and quilted maple top it pushes a dense, cutting attack that keeps low-B riffing defined rather than muddy — helped by the 26.5" scale holding that seventh string taut. The Sustainiac neck pickup shifts things toward singing, harmonically rich lead work with notes that hang indefinitely, so leads and feedback-style swells sit alongside the palm-muted chug. Best suited to modern metal, djent and progressive playing, with the Floyd Rose 1000 tremolo on hand for dive bombs and pitch effects.
Schecter Hellraiser C-7 FR S Left-Handed Electric Guitar – Black Cherry
This left-handed 7-string captures extended-range tones with a thin "C"-shaped neck that supports long tracking sessions, featuring a 26.5" scale and 24 X-Jumbo frets positioned on a 16" radius rosewood fretboard. The set-neck construction with Ultra Access and arched quilted maple top over mahogany ensure solid recording stability and visual character in studio footage. Built for tracking heavy material and layering complex arrangements across extended frequencies.
Recording & Construction Details
The neck measures .787" at the 1st fret and .866" at the 12th fret, providing consistent feel and intonation across tracking passes. Grover tuners and a 2-way adjustable truss rod maintain tuning stability between takes and allow quick setup adjustments, while the Floyd Rose nut (1.874" width) interfaces precisely with the Floyd Rose 1000 Series tremolo bridge for predictable pitch modulation and effects work.
Tracking & Sonic Character
The EMG 81-7 bridge pickup captures tight, articulate high-end detail that cuts through dense mixes, while the Sustainiac neck pickup with sustain circuit adds harmonic thickness and extended decay for layered, atmospheric parts. A double 9-volt clip-in battery compartment powers the active electronics independently, delivering consistent signal-to-preamp levels and headroom across all seven strings throughout extended recording sessions.
Key Features
- Left-handed configuration for southpaw players
- 7-string extended range with 26.5" scale length
- Mahogany body with quilted maple arched top
- Set-neck construction with Ultra Access for upper-fret playability
- 24 X-Jumbo frets on rosewood fretboard with abalone Gothic Cross inlays
- Thin "C" neck shape (.787"–.866" thickness)
- EMG 81-7 bridge pickup and Sustainiac neck pickup
- Floyd Rose 1000 Series tremolo bridge with Floyd Rose nut
- Black Chrome hardware with abalone and multi-ply binding
- Grover tuners with 2-way adjustable truss rod
- 16" fretboard radius for comfort and precision
- Manufactured in South Korea
The Hellraiser C-7 FR S combines extended-range tracking capability, active electronics for studio headroom, and professional-grade hardware into a left-handed package that delivers aggressive tone character and technical precision across production sessions.
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 | 26.5" Scale |
| Frets | 24 Frets |
| Fretboard | Rosewood |
| Neck Wood | Mahogany |
| Neck Construction | Set-Neck |
| Bridge | Floyd Rose Licensed |
| Strings | 7 |
| Orientation | Left handed |
| Made In | South Korea |
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Djent
- ✓ Progressive
- ✓ Hard Rock
Not the best pick for
- – Jazz
- – Folk
- – Worship
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this guitar suitable for left-handed players only?
Yes, this is a left-handed configuration designed specifically for southpaw players. The hardware, body contours, and tremolo system are all oriented for left-hand playing.
What pickup combination does this guitar have?
The Hellraiser C-7 FR S features an EMG 81-7 high-output bridge pickup and a Sustainiac neck pickup with sustain circuit. Both are active pickups powered by a dual 9-volt battery compartment for consistent headroom and output across all seven strings.
How does the neck profile feel, and is it comfortable for extended-range playing?
The thin C-shaped neck measures 0.787" at the 1st fret and 0.866" at the 12th fret, maintaining a balanced feel along the entire 26.5" scale. The set-neck construction with Ultra Access provides easy upper-fret access, and the 16" fretboard radius supports both comfort and precision for metal and progressive techniques.
Does this guitar have a floating tremolo, and how stable is the tuning?
Yes, it features a Floyd Rose 1000 Series floating tremolo bridge paired with a Floyd Rose nut (1.874" width) for precise intonation and dive-bomb performance. Grover tuners and a 2-way adjustable truss rod support tuning stability and neck adjustment.
What genres is this guitar designed for?
The Hellraiser C-7 FR S is optimized for metal, djent, progressive, and hard rock. Its high-output pickups, extended range, and aggressive tone profile are not ideal for jazz, folk, or worship music.
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