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Description

Step into a world of crushing tone and unparalleled playability with the Schecter C-1 EX Apocalypse Baritone. Designed for modern metal aficionados, this extended range guitar marries aggressive soundscapes with meticulous craftsmanship. The Apocalypse humbuckers, a blend of Alnico V and ceramic magnets, unleash a powerful sonic punch with exceptional clarity, ensuring your riffs cut through the mix. Whether you're diving into the depths of heavy chugging or soaring with melodic solos, this guitar offers versatility with its push/pull tone control for added single-coil brightness.

Crafted with a fast-playing, multi-ply maple and bubinga neck, the C-1 EX Apocalypse is built for both speed and comfort. The ebony fretboard is adorned with striking inlays, and its 24 X-Jumbo stainless-steel frets provide a silky-smooth playing experience. The Ultra Access heel carve ensures that even the highest frets are within easy reach, so nothing holds back your performance.

Durability and stability are at the heart of this instrument's design. The Hipshot hardtail bridge, coupled with a string-thru-body configuration, delivers rock-solid tuning stability and impressive sustain. This guitar doesn't just look and sound fierce; it feels that way too, ready to withstand the demands of any stage or studio session.

Key Features:

  • Extended range baritone electric guitar ideal for modern metal
  • Apocalypse humbuckers for aggressive and detailed tones
  • Push/Pull tone control for versatile sound options
  • Fast-playing multi-ply maple/bubinga neck
  • Ebony fretboard with 24 X-Jumbo stainless-steel frets
  • Hipshot hardtail bridge with string-thru-body design for stability and sustain

Product specs

Brand Schecter
Model C-1 EX Apocalypse Baritone
Finish Rusty Grey
Year 2018 - 2025
Made In Korea, Republic of
Categories Baritone Guitars, Solid Body Electric Guitars
Body Material Ash
Body Shape Double Cutaway
Body Type Solid Body
Bridge/Tailpiece Type String-Through
Color Family Grey
Finish Features Matching Headstock
Finish Style Satin
Fretboard Material Ebony
Fretboard Radius 12", 16"
Neck Construction Set-Neck
Neck Material Maple
Number of Frets 24
Number of Strings 6-String
Nut Width 1.65"
Pickup Configuration HH
Right / Left Handed Right Handed
Scale Length 27"

FAQs

What is the scale length of the Schecter C-1 EX Apocalypse Baritone, and how does it affect playability?

The Schecter C-1 EX Apocalypse Baritone has a 27" scale length, which provides enhanced string tension and clarity, making it ideal for lower tunings and extended range play.

What type of pickups are used in the Schecter C-1 EX Apocalypse Baritone, and what tones can they produce?

The guitar features a humbucker (HH) pickup configuration designed to deliver powerful, aggressive tones suitable for heavy music genres like metal and hard rock.

Is the Schecter C-1 EX Apocalypse Baritone suitable for beginners?

While the C-1 EX Apocalypse Baritone offers excellent features for advanced players, its extended scale length and specialized design might be challenging for beginners who are not familiar with baritone guitars.

What is the primary body material of the Schecter C-1 EX Apocalypse Baritone, and how does it influence sound?

The body of the Schecter C-1 EX Apocalypse Baritone is made from ash, which provides a balanced tone with pronounced highs and clear lows, contributing to its versatile sound profile.

Does the Schecter C-1 EX Apocalypse Baritone come with a case or gig bag?

The Schecter C-1 EX Apocalypse Baritone typically does not come with a case or gig bag, so purchasing a separate case for protection is recommended.

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Reviews

Owner Insights

We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about Schecter C-1 EX Apocalypse Baritone.

Setup and maintenance

  • The third string (D) exhibits damp, short-resonating notes at the first few frets, suggesting a potential fret buzz issue requiring truss rod adjustment.

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  • Locking tuners on this model reportedly allow the guitar to fall out of tune more easily than expected, questioning the quality or installation of these tuners.

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  • Despite a professional setup with Ernie Ball Paradigm Slinky 12-56 strings, the guitar still faces tuning stability and resonance issues, indicating potential setup inconsistencies.

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User experience

  • Users emphasize the ease of adjusting the truss rod to resolve neck warping issues, noting it's as simple as tuning and does not void the warranty.

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See how Ryan "Fluff" Bruce uses Schecter C-1 EX Apocalypse Baritone

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In this video Fluff demos his Schecter c1 Baritone. He states he got this guitar because he wanted a guitar he could use for pickup demoing. He has a music man baritone. the music man cannot be used for pickup demos, because of the fishman pickup system it has in it. even though He changed out the pickups, Fluff saved the stock ones so he can put those back in if needed

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