Schecter Hellraiser Hybrid C-1 FR S guitar in Trans Black Burst
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- SKU
- SCHECTER1957
- Color
- Black
. Description
Sound & Tone
The mahogany body with quilted maple top gives a thick, warm low end with added brightness on top, and the EMG 57 active humbucker at the bridge pushes that into tight, high-output territory with clear note separation under heavy gain — well suited to modern metal rhythm work and articulate lead playing. The ebony fingerboard and 25.5" scale add snap and definition to fast runs, while the 12"–16" compound radius and 24 X-Jumbo frets support both chording and upper-register soloing. The neck-position Sustainiac opens up infinite sustain and controlled harmonic feedback with switchable fundamental, mix, and harmonic modes, and the Floyd Rose 1500 tremolo keeps pitch stable through dive bombs and heavy vibrato.
Schecter Hellraiser Hybrid C-1 FR S Electric Guitar in Trans Black Burst Finish
The Hellraiser Hybrid C-1 FR S is engineered for studio precision and session versatility, with its Ultra Thin 'C' neck profile and set-neck construction with Ultra Access enabling rapid fret navigation during tracking and overdubs. This instrument pairs aggressive aesthetics with sophisticated electronics, making it suited for producers and engineers seeking both technical capability and distinctive tone-shaping options for modern recording applications.
Playability & Construction
Built with a mahogany body and quilted maple top, this guitar features a 3-piece maple neck with carbon fiber reinforcement rods and an ebony fingerboard that delivers excellent durability and smooth playability across extended tracking sessions. The 24 X-Jumbo frets with 12"-16" compound radius accommodate both open chording and aggressive lead work within a single take, while mother of pearl offset/reverse dots with a gothic cross inlay at the 12th fret ensure visual precision during recording and layering.
Recording Tone & Electronics
The dual-pickup configuration pairs a bridge-mounted EMG 57 active humbucker with a neck-position Sustainiac humbucking pickup, enabling harmonic feedback and sustain effects alongside traditional articulation for layered arrangements and textural overdubs. Independent controls for volume, tone, pickup intensity, and dedicated Sustainiac mode switching (fundamental/mix/harmonic selection) grant extensive sonic palette options within a single session, while the Floyd Rose 1500 Series tremolo maintains stable tuning through dynamic whammy passages and studio experimentation.
Key Features
- Mahogany body with quilted maple top and arched contour
- Set-neck construction with Ultra Access for higher-fret playability
- 3-piece maple neck with carbon fiber reinforcement rods
- Ultra Thin 'C' neck shape: .748" at 1st fret / .787" at 12th fret
- Ebony fingerboard with 24 X-Jumbo frets and 12"-16" compound radius
- 25.5" scale length with 1.625" nut width
- EMG 57 active humbucker bridge pickup and Sustainiac neck pickup
- Floyd Rose 1500 Series tremolo and locking nut system
- Carbon fiber multi-ply binding with glow-in-the-dark side dot markers
- Mother of pearl offset/reverse dots with gothic cross at 12th fret
- Black chrome hardware throughout
- Grover tuners with 2-way adjustable truss rod
This Hellraiser Hybrid C-1 FR S combines meticulous fretwork, premium hardware, and versatile pickup systems into an instrument built for precision recording and sonic experimentation across diverse studio applications.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right 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 | Ebony |
| Neck Wood | Maple |
| Neck Construction | Set-Neck |
| Bridge | Floyd Rose Licensed |
| Strings | 6 |
| Orientation | Right handed |
| Made In | South Korea |
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Djent
- ✓ Progressive
- ✓ Hard Rock
Not the best pick for
- – Jazz
- – Folk
- – Blues
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What neck profile does this guitar have and how does it compare to other metal guitars?
The Hellraiser features an Ultra Thin 'C' profile (.748" at the 1st fret, .787" at the 12th fret) paired with set-neck construction and Ultra Access, allowing fast movement across all 24 frets. The 12"-16" compound radius fingerboard accommodates both open chords and aggressive lead work, making it competitive with Ibanez RG and Jackson Dinky designs for speed and playability.
What makes the pickup system different from a standard dual-humbucker guitar?
This guitar pairs an EMG 57 active humbucker at the bridge with a Sustainiac humbucking pickup at the neck, plus dedicated Sustainiac mode switching for fundamental, mix, or harmonic selection. Independent controls for volume, tone, pickup intensity, and Sustainiac engagement let you blend traditional humbucker tones with harmonic feedback and sustain effects in real time.
Is the Floyd Rose tremolo reliable for aggressive use?
Yes—the Floyd Rose 1500 Series tremolo with locking nut system is designed for stable tuning through aggressive whammy work and divebombs. The locking nut eliminates tuning slip at the headstock, and the 1500 Series is a workhorse choice for touring and studio metal players.
What genres is this guitar built for?
The Hellraiser Hybrid C-1 FR S excels in metal, djent, progressive, and hard rock. Its aggressive tone profile, tight low end, extensive tonal controls, and harmonic feedback capability are optimized for these styles and are not suited for jazz, folk, or blues.
What hardware and construction details support durability?
The guitar features a mahogany body with quilted maple top, a 3-piece maple neck with carbon fiber reinforcement rods, and an ebony fingerboard with 24 X-Jumbo frets. Black chrome hardware, Grover tuners, and a 2-way adjustable truss rod round out a build designed for road and session reliability.
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