Schecter Hellraiser C-7 LH guitar in Black Cherry
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- SCHECTER1796
- Color
- Red
. Description
Sound & Tone
Active EMG 57-7 and 66-7 humbuckers push a high-output, tightly focused voice with plenty of attack and clarity, while the mahogany body, quilted maple top and set-neck construction underneath add warmth, sustain and harmonic depth. The 26.5" scale keeps the seventh string taut and defined, so low riffing stays articulate rather than muddy, and the string-thru TonePros TOM bridge reinforces note bloom and resonance. It's aimed squarely at modern and technical metal, progressive playing and fast lead work, with the dual push-pull volumes and three-way switch offering enough tonal shaping for cleaner, more melodic passages.
Schecter Hellraiser C-7 Left-Handed Electric Guitar in Black Cherry
The Hellraiser C-7 left-handed model delivers a silky-smooth playing experience defined by its thin C-shaped neck and fast rosewood fretboard, making rapid passages and intricate soloing feel effortless. The seven-string configuration provides a deeper, more resonant low end that anchors heavy riffs with authority, while the mahogany body and set neck construction combine to produce warm, sustained tone with excellent harmonic richness. In the studio, this instrument captures articulate, punchy performances across metal, progressive, and genre-crossing sessions.
Playability & Recording Performance
The thin C-shaped neck measures .787" at the first fret and .866" at the 12th, paired with a 16" fretboard radius and 24 X-Jumbo frets across a 26.5" scale. This geometry enables both rapid, expressive take work and comfortable marathon tracking sessions, while the Graph Tech XL Black Tusq nut and Schecter locking tuners deliver the tuning stability and intonation accuracy essential for layering and overdubbing.
Tone & Mix Character
Active EMG 57-7 bridge and EMG 66-7 neck pickups deliver high-output, articulate tones that cut through dense mixes with clarity and presence. Dual push-pull volume controls, a tone control, and three-way switch provide flexible shaping of the aggressive, punchy character these pickups are known for, while the TonePros 7-String TOM bridge with string-thru body anchors sustain and resonance for consistent take-to-take performance.
Key Features
- Mahogany body with quilted maple top and arched contour
- Set-neck construction with Ultra Access for fretboard access
- Abalone binding with black/white/black multi-ply and abalone gothic cross inlays
- 3-piece mahogany neck in thin C profile
- Rosewood fretboard with 24 X-Jumbo frets
- 26.5" scale length (673mm) with 16" fretboard radius (406mm)
- 1.889" Graph Tech XL Black Tusq nut width (48mm)
- EMG 57-7 bridge and EMG 66-7 neck active humbuckers
- Dual push-pull volume controls with master tone and 3-way switch
- TonePros 7-String TOM bridge with string-thru body
- Black chrome hardware throughout
- Left-handed configuration, South Korean manufacture
This left-handed Hellraiser C-7 combines professional-grade hardware, high-output electronics, and refined playability into an instrument that records with clarity and sustain across heavy, articulate contexts and expressive melodic applications.
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 |
| Pickups | Active HH |
| Bridge | Tune-O-Matic |
| Strings | 7 |
| Orientation | Left handed |
| Made In | South Korea |
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Djent
- ✓ Progressive
- ✓ Extended Range
Not the best pick for
- – Jazz
- – Folk
- – Traditional Blues
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What neck profile does this guitar have, and is it comfortable for long playing sessions?
The Hellraiser C-7 LH features a thin C-shaped neck measuring 0.787" at the first fret and 0.866" at the 12th, paired with a 16" fretboard radius and 24 X-Jumbo frets on a fast rosewood fretboard. This profile is designed for responsive feel and responsiveness during speed-focused playing and extended sessions.
Why is this a seven-string guitar, and what does that tuning deliver?
The seven-string configuration provides a deeper, more resonant low end that anchors heavy riffs with authority, making it ideal for metal, djent, and progressive styles where extended range and low-end punch are essential. The 26.5" scale length supports stable tuning and tonal clarity across all strings.
What pickups are in this guitar, and can I shape the tone?
Active EMG 57-7 bridge and EMG 66-7 neck humbuckers deliver high-output, articulate tones that cut through with clarity. Dual push-pull volume controls, a master tone control, and a three-way switch provide flexible shaping of the aggressive, punchy character.
What genres is this guitar best suited for?
The Hellraiser C-7 LH excels in metal, djent, progressive, and extended-range styles where articulate, high-output tone and technical playability are priorities. It is not optimized for jazz, folk, or traditional blues.
Is this a left-handed model, and what hardware ensures tuning stability?
Yes, this is a left-handed configuration. The Graph Tech XL Black Tusq nut and Schecter locking tuners ensure stable intonation and reliable tuning retention, while the TonePros 7-String TOM bridge with string-thru body anchors sustain and resonance.
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 $87 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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