Schecter Sin Quirin E-1 guitar in Satin Black
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Schecter Sin Quirin E-1 Electric Guitar Satin Black
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- SKU
- SCHECTER480
- Color
- Black
. Description
Sound & Tone
The mahogany body and set maple neck give this guitar a warm, sustaining foundation, while the ebony fretboard and 25.5" scale tighten the attack for clarity under high gain. The EMG 81 in the bridge is aggressive and cutting for palm-muted rhythms and leads, and the EMG 85 at the neck rounds things out with a thicker, vocal character for solos and cleaner passages. It's aimed squarely at metal and hard rock players working in modern and lowered tunings, where note definition and consistent output matter most.
Schecter Sin Quirin E-1 Electric Guitar – Satin Black
The Schecter Sin Quirin E-1 is engineered for tracking dense, articulate rhythm parts and aggressive lead lines in the studio. A slim, fast-playing neck profile paired with a substantial mahogany body yields warm resonance and serious sustain that sits confidently in a mix. High-output active electronics cut through with precision and aggression, making this signature model ideal for modern tunings, demanding session work, and productions that require tight articulation and uncompromising upper-fret access.
Playability & Construction
A 3-piece maple set-neck anchors this design for both tonal stability and seamless fretboard navigation across all 24 jumbo stainless steel frets on the ebony fretboard. The thin "C" neck profile (20 mm at the 1st fret, 22 mm at the 12th) accelerates position shifts during takes and layering, while the 14" fretboard radius and 25.5" scale length provide the responsive playability needed for modern tunings and alternate voicings in production. Graph Tech XL Black Tusq nut (42 mm) and Schecter locking tuners lock in tuning stability across session takes and tuning changes.
Tone & Electronics
Dual EMG active pickups deliver studio-grade output: the EMG 81 bridge pickup produces razor-sharp, high-output tone ideal for heavy rhythm tracking and lead overdubs, while the EMG 85 neck pickup offers warmth and expression for cleaner tones and solo passages. Simple controls—Volume, Tone, and 3-Way toggle switch—enable fast real-time adjustments between takes, and the rear-mounted battery box allows quick battery changes without removing hardware or breaking workflow.
Key Features
- Body: Mahogany with flat top and pearloid 1-ply binding
- Neck: 3-piece maple, set-neck construction, thin "C" profile
- Fretboard: Ebony with 24 jumbo stainless steel frets, 14" radius
- Scale Length: 25.5"
- Nut: Graph Tech XL Black Tusq, 42 mm width
- Bridge Pickup: EMG 81 Active
- Neck Pickup: EMG 85 Active
- Bridge: TonePros Tune-O-Matic
- Tuners: Schecter Locking
- Hardware: Black
- Controls: Volume, Tone, 3-Way Switch with battery box
- Finish: Satin Black
- Country of Origin: South Korea
The Sin Quirin E-1 combines professional-grade active electronics, a responsive fast neck, and a dark, purposeful finish—engineered for capturing uncompromising tone and clarity in any studio session.
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 |
| Pickups | Active HH |
| Bridge | Tune-O-Matic |
| Strings | 6 |
| Orientation | Right handed |
| Model Year | 2024 |
| Made In | South Korea |
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Hard Rock
- ✓ Djent
- ✓ Drop Tunings
- ✓ Live Performance
Not the best pick for
- – Jazz
- – Folk
- – Country
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What skill level is this guitar suited for?
The Sin Quirin E-1 is designed for intermediate to advanced and professional players. Its fast, thin "C" profile neck and modern 25.5" scale favor players comfortable with aggressive playing styles, complex finger positioning, and drop tunings.
Does this guitar work for jazz, blues, or acoustic-style music?
No—this signature model is engineered specifically for metal, hard rock, djent, and modern aggressive styles. Its high-output active pickups, aggressive tone profile, and industrial clarity are not optimized for jazz, folk, or country applications.
What pickups does it have and how do they differ?
The bridge pickup is an EMG 81, delivering razor-sharp, high-output rhythm and lead tone. The neck pickup is an EMG 85, which provides warmth and expression. Both are active pickups powered by a rear-mounted battery box that allows quick battery changes without removing hardware.
How fast is the neck, and is upper-fret access comfortable?
The thin "C" profile neck measures 20 mm at the 1st fret and 22 mm at the 12th, paired with a 14" fretboard radius and 24 jumbo stainless steel frets. This geometry enables uncompromised upper-fret access and rapid position shifts across demanding material.
Will this guitar stay in tune during aggressive playing?
Yes. The Graph Tech XL Black Tusq nut (42 mm), Schecter locking tuners, and TonePros Tune-O-Matic bridge all work together to lock in tuning stability through aggressive playing and modern drop tunings.
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 $105 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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