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Schecter C-1 Rob Scallon vs PRS Hollowbody II Piezo

Reasons to Get
Schecter C-1 Rob Scallon over PRS Hollowbody II Piezo

Release Year
2022 vs 2018
From a more recent year
Frets Height
Taller vs Shorter
Easier to press down strings and bend them
Type of Frets
Jumbo vs Medium Jumbo
You won't feel the fretboard when pressing down the strings
Pickup Mods
Coil Split vs Multi-Voicing
Splits humbuckers into single coil pickups
Neck Joint
Neck-Through vs Set
Stronger neck and easier access to upper frets
Body Type
Solid Body vs Hollowbody
Feedback free
Number of Frets
24 vs 22
Allows to reach higher notes
Neck Thickness at 1st Fret
0.846'' (21.5mm) vs 0.88'' (22.4mm)
More comfortable open chords for small hands
Neck Thickness at 12th Fret
0.866'' (22mm) vs 0.95'' (24.1mm)
More comfortable at higher frets for small hands
Nut Width
1.643'' (41.7mm) vs 1.688'' (42.9mm)
Favors small hands, easier bar chords and other shapes
Scale Length
25.5'' (647.7mm) vs 25'' (635mm)
Lower action and brighter natural tone
Fretboard Radius
14'' (355.6mm) vs 10'' (254mm)
Flatter fretboard makes it easier to play single notes and bend
Value Score
74 vs 58
Better price/quality relationship

Reasons to Get
PRS Hollowbody II Piezo over Schecter C-1 Rob Scallon

Country of Manufacturing
United States vs Indonesia
Built with higher quality standards
Decorative Top
Carved Figured Maple vs None
Finished with beautiful natural wood patterns
Type of Frets
Medium Jumbo vs Jumbo
You'll feel the fretboard when pressing down the strings
Pickups Brand
PRS vs None
Pickups from a renown brand
Pickup Mods
Multi-Voicing vs Coil Split
Changes the voice (tones or gain) of the pickups
Body Type
Hollowbody vs Solid Body
Warm tone, lighter and acoustic sound
Neck Thickness at 1st Fret
0.88'' (22.4mm) vs 0.846'' (21.5mm)
More comfortable open chords for big hands
Neck Thickness at 12th Fret
0.95'' (24.1mm) vs 0.866'' (22mm)
More comfortable at higher frets for big hands
Nut Width
1.688'' (42.9mm) vs 1.643'' (41.7mm)
Less likely to mute strings by accident and more space for fingerstyle
Scale Length
25'' (635mm) vs 25.5'' (647.7mm)
Easier bending, shorter fret separation and warmer natural tone
Fretboard Radius
10'' (254mm) vs 14'' (355.6mm)
More curved fretboard helpful to play chords without muting strings
Avg. Weight
5.7lbs (2.6kgs) vs 7.975lbs (3.6kgs)
Tends to be lighter

Other Key Differences
Schecter C-1 Rob Scallon vs PRS Hollowbody II Piezo

Bridge Pickup
Schecter Diamond 78 Special Rob Scallon vs PRS 58/15 LT
Different Bridge Pickup
Neck Pickup
Schecter Diamond 78 Rob Scallon vs PRS 58/15 LT
Different Neck Pickup
Body Wood
Ash vs Mahogany
Different Body Wood
Fretboard Wood
Ebony vs Rosewood
Different Fretboard Wood
Nut Material
Black Tusq XL vs PRS Propietary
Different Nut Material

Shared Features
Schecter C-1 Rob Scallon vs PRS Hollowbody II Piezo

Neck Wood
Mahogany
Same Neck Wood
Headstock
3-3
Same Headstock
Strings
6
Same playing style
Switch Positions
3
Same pickups versatility
Volume Knobs
1
Same volume control
Tone Knobs
1
Same tone control
Pickups
HH
High output without hum
Paint Finish
Poly
Resistant paint that ages well
Bridge
Fixed
Good sustain and needs no set-up
Pickups Power
Passive
Cleaner sound and no battery needed
Neck Profile Type
C
Comfortable neck that works for most people

Common Strengths

  • Locking Tuners
  • High-Quality Nut
  • Expensive Wood

Common Weaknesses

  • Stays in Tune (Evertune)
  • High-Quality Frets
  • Compound Radius Fretboard
  • Luminescent Sidedots
  • Strap Lock
  • 21:1 Tuner Ratio
  • Active/Passive Preamp

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Which One is Better Overall?

After going through our comparison algorithm, the results show that the Schecter C-1 Rob Scallon is probably the better product overall with its final score of 74 compared to the PRS Hollowbody II Piezo's 73 score, although not by a lot.

The Schecter C-1 Rob Scallon wins when it comes to playability, value for the money. On the other hand, the PRS Hollowbody II Piezo has the upper hand when it comes to sound, build quality.

If you got small hands, you'll probably feel more comfortable playing the Schecter C-1 Rob Scallon.

Which One is Better for Beginners?

If you're looking for your first guitar to learn how to play, the Schecter C-1 Rob Scallon is the better choice.

The Schecter C-1 Rob Scallon meets 6 out of our 8 criteria items for beginner friendliness, while the PRS Hollowbody II Piezo meets only 5. This takes into account the type of frets, scale length, nut width, bridge type, fretboard radius, and neck profile to determine the easiest combination for new players.

New Player Friendliness

Schecter C-1 Rob Scallon
  • Comfortable shape
  • Easy-to-use bridge
  • Locking tuners
  • Tall frets
  • Narrow nut
  • Comfortable neck
  • Comfortable fretboard
  • Short scale

New Player Friendliness

PRS Hollowbody II Piezo
  • Comfortable shape
  • Easy-to-use bridge
  • Locking tuners
  • Tall frets
  • Comfortable neck
  • Comfortable fretboard
  • Narrow nut
  • Short scale

Nevertheless, when it comes to choosing an instrument, you should pick the one more compatible with your personal style. Still, below we'll try you to give you our results as objectively as it's possible to help you decide.

Schecter C-1 Rob Scallon Overview

  • From Schecter's 2022 Artist series
  • Rob Scallon Signature
  • Made in Indonesia
  • 6 strings
  • 25.5"'' scale
  • 14" Fretboard Radius
  • Swamp Ash body
  • Mahogany 3-pc w/ Carbon Fiber Reinforcement Rods neck
  • Ebony fretboard
  • Bridge pickup: Schecter Diamond 78 Special Rob Scallon (Humbucker/Passive)
  • Neck pickup: Schecter Diamond 78 Rob Scallon (Humbucker/Passive)
  • 1 volume and 1 tone Dome knobs
  • 3-way Switch
  • Hipshot Hardtail (.125) w/ String Thru Body bridge
  • Rob Scallon C Neck-Through neck
  • 24 Jumbo frets
  • Hipshot Grip-Lock tuners
  • Weight between 7.75lbs (3.5kgs) and 8.2lbs (3.7kgs)
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PRS Hollowbody II Piezo Overview

  • From PRS's 2018 Core series
  • Made in United States
  • 6 strings
  • 25"'' scale
  • 10" Fretboard Radius
  • Carved Figured Maple top
  • Mahogany body
  • Mahogany neck
  • Rosewood fretboard
  • Bridge pickup: PRS 58/15 LT (Humbucker/Passive)
  • Neck pickup: PRS 58/15 LT (Humbucker/Passive)
  • 1 volume and 1 tone Speed knobs
  • 3-way Switch
  • PRS Adjustable Piezo Stoptail bridge
  • Pattern Set neck
  • 22 Medium Jumbo frets
  • PRS Phase III Locking tuners
  • Weight around 5.7lbs (2.6kgs)
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Sound Quality Comparison

The wood used in an electric guitar or bass is not as important to determine the final tone. However, some people prefer specific wood types, so we'll take a look at those first. Then, we'll take a look at the electronics to determine the versatility and sound quality of each instrument.

Woods Used in Both

Mahogany wood pattern used for guitar building
Mahogany

Mahogany is a fairly rare wood nowadays. It's used mostly for bodies due to its relatively lightweight. Gibson popularized it with their Les Paul guitars during their golden years, so this wood has a lot of good reputation behind it. The most expensive type comes from South America and it's still used by Gibson even today. Find out more about Mahogany.

Woods Used in the Schecter C-1 Rob Scallon

Ebony wood pattern used for guitar building
Ebony
Ash wood pattern used for guitar building
Ash

Ebony is a high-end wood, so it is not cheap. It's only used for fretboards because it's also very heavy. It does an excellent job as a durable material while looking elegant. Find out more about Ebony.

Ash is a type of wood that Fender used almost exclusively in the 50s, and it's still used by many brands. It's a dense wood with a light color that works well for a transparent, natural finish because of its beautiful patterns. In terms of sound, it's known for emphasizing the mid and high frequencies, but with strong low end. Find out more about Ash.

Woods Used in the PRS Hollowbody II Piezo

Rosewood wood pattern used for guitar building
Rosewood

Rosewood is an almost purple-looking wood that is used mainly for fretboards since it's heavy, rare, and expensive. It's sometimes used on acoustic guitar bodies to create stronger warm tones. Find out more about Rosewood.

Winner: Schecter C-1 Rob Scallon.

Pickup Configuration

Both pickup configurations are HH. Double Humbucker (HH) is the choice for people who want a fuller, more round sound with tons of mids and lows. Humbuckers also get rid of the hum noise that plague single-coil pickups. They can work out for almost any genre going from Djent to even Jazz.

Pickups Quality

The PRS Hollowbody II Piezo pickups from a more specialized brand than the Schecter C-1 Rob Scallon. Its pickups should give you a fuller, richer sound, although it all depends on what type of music you're going to play. We recommend these pickups for Jazz and similar genres.

Both use Passive pickups. This is what's used for most music genres. They have a regular output and will serve you for both high-gain and clean tones. The alternative (Active pickups) offer a higher output that is mostly used for heavy music.

Winner: PRS Hollowbody II Piezo.

Versatility Comparison

Some instruments offer you more ways to explore your creativity than others. Below you'll find how both compare when it comes to versatility.

Switch Options

Both are equal when it comes to the pickup switching option.

Both give you different pickup mod options.

The Schecter C-1 Rob Scallon offers Coil Split.

Coil Split lets you disconnect one of the pickup coils. When used with humbuckers, it turns them into single-coil with lower output and cleaner tone.

On the other hand, the PRS Hollowbody II Piezo comes with the following: Multi-Voicing.

Multi-Voicing means the pickups come with multiple ''voices'', which means they can change the tone and gain by a simple switch or knob. Piezo, Fishman and similar are considered multi-voicing pickups.

Schecter C-1 Rob Scallon pickups switch and push knobs diagram
Schecter C-1 Rob Scallon's switch options
PRS Hollowbody II Piezo pickups switch and push knobs diagram
PRS Hollowbody II Piezo's switch options

When evaluating versatility, we also take into consideration bridge and neck joint type, number of frets, switch options, amount of pickups and more.

Winner: Schecter C-1 Rob Scallon.

Final Sound Quality Scores

Schecter C-1 Rob Scallon
Pickups 55
Sustain 85
Versatility 64
Tuning Stability 80
Sound 71
PRS Hollowbody II Piezo
Pickups 90
Sustain 70
Versatility 59
Tuning Stability 80
Sound 75

Build Quality Comparison

When it comes to build quality, we like to take into account everything used to build the instrument. This includes materials, hardware and the quality control expected depending on the country where it was built. Let's see how the Schecter C-1 Rob Scallon compares to the PRS Hollowbody II Piezo.

Country of Origin

The manufacturing country can tell a lot about the build quality of an instrument. The Schecter C-1 Rob Scallon is built in Indonesia while the PRS Hollowbody II Piezo is made in United States.

Indonesia is becoming the most popular country for guitar building because they can make good instruments for a low price. Some people think that they're 'the new China' when it comes to build quality. But the truth is that Indonesian guitars are more consistent, although Chinese quality has improved a lot in the last few years.

The United States is considered one of the best electric guitar manufacturers in the world. A guitar made in this country is supposed to have world-class quality control. Nowadays, guitars made in other countries can beat some of the ones made in the US, but most of the time, this country offers the best you can get. Of course, that comes at a price.

Winner: PRS Hollowbody II Piezo

Nut Material

If you want your guitar to stay in tune and sound good, you need a well cut nut. Nut quality can be inconsistent even when comparing two copies of the same model. The best way to make sure you're nut will be well done is by getting a nut made by an expert company like TUSQ or Micarta.

The Schecter C-1 Rob Scallon has a Black Tusq XL nut. TUSQ nuts are usually the highest quality you can get. Black TUSQs are made from a special slippery material that helps the strings get back to its original position (one of the keys to tune stability).

On the other hand, the PRS Hollowbody II Piezo comes with a PRS Propietary nut. It's similar to TUSQ nuts, but they're not as hard, and the tone is not as bright. However, the material is self-lubricating, and it's usually well cut, so they have good tuning stability.

Winner: Tie.

Fret Material

Most fret wire is made of nickel silver. This material eventually wears down after a lot of use and most instruments end up needing a complete fret replacement. However, some expensive models come with stainless steel frets. This is what you should aim for if you can afford it.

Unfortunately, none of them come with stainless steel frets.

Winner: Tie.

Bridge

The perfect bridge for you will depend on your playstyle because they all have advantages and disadvantages. However, some bridges are more expensive—like Floyd Roses and Evertunes—and thus add more value to a guitar.

Both come with a similar bridge: Fixed. It's a simple bridge that is very beginner-friendly since it doesn't require any set-up. You can swap strings easily. It might also give more sustain since it doesn't have complex moving parts that make the strings lose vibration. However, it doesn't have the same versatility as a tremolo bridge.

Since we need to be objective, the most expensive type of bridge will be the winner of this section. In the end, this doesn't matter if you're not going to use the bridge for its original purpose, so choose the bridge that fits your playing style better.

Winner: Tie.

Tuners

They both have locking tuners. They'll help to keep your guitar in tune because they allow you to tune it without wrapping the strings around the posts. This avoids variations in the tuning due to the strings changing position at the post after a bend. They come at the disadvantage of being slightly heavier than regular tuners. Also, it makes it a lot easier to restring.

Winner: Tie.

Neck Joint

Contrary to popular belief, the difference in sustain and tone that some neck joints give to a guitar is simply unperceivable—if they're all well built. However, some of them do have advantages over the others.

The Schecter C-1 Rob Scallon has a Neck-Through neck joint. This neck is a lot more resistant and lets builders give the neck joint a more comfortable shape for soloing at the upper frets. The disadvantage is that they're more expensive and that if you damage your neck, you can't simply replace it like with bolt-on necks.

On the other hand, the PRS Hollowbody II Piezo comes with Set neck joint. This neck is tightly glued to the body. They give you the least versatility because you can't swap them for a neck that fits your hand better if you want to, unlike bolt-on necks. Some people think this gives more resonance and sustain, but there's no real difference if the bolt-on joint is well built.

Winner: Schecter C-1 Rob Scallon.

Here is the list of features that were considered when choosing the winner in the Features subcategory:

Strengths & Weaknesses
Schecter C-1 Rob Scallon
  • Locking Tuners
  • Expensive Wood
  • Black Tusq XL Nut
  • Neck-Through Build
  • Coil Split Pickups
  • Cheap Fret Wire (NS)
  • Made in Indonesia
  • No Top Brand Pickups
  • No Weight Relief
  • No Luminescent Inlay
  • No Tremolo
  • No Compound Radius Fretboard
  • No 21:1 Tuner Ratio
  • No Strap Lock
Strengths & Weaknesses
PRS Hollowbody II Piezo
  • Locking Tuners
  • Made in United States
  • Expensive Wood
  • PRS Propietary Nut
  • Top Brand Pickups
  • Multi-Voicing Pickups
  • Cheap Fret Wire (NS)
  • No Neck-Through Build
  • No Luminescent Inlay
  • No Tremolo
  • No Compound Radius Fretboard
  • No 21:1 Tuner Ratio
  • No Strap Lock

Final Build Quality Scores

Schecter C-1 Rob Scallon
Quality of materials 61
Features 75
Quality Control 75
Build Quality 70
PRS Hollowbody II Piezo
Quality of materials 50
Features 70
Quality Control 100
Build Quality 73

Playability Comparison

Let's now compare their playability. Bear in mind that the instrument will feel different depending on your hand size and play style. That's why you should always test before buying. But if you can't or want a second opinion on it, we can still take a look at each of the important measurements of the instrument for you. This way, we can predict how easy a guitar might be to play, or how different it will feel compared to the other.

Remember that, even though the difference might seem small, every inch counts when it comes to feeling of the instrument in your hands. Any variation can completely change how comfortable a guitar feels in your hands.

Nut Width

Schecter C-1 Rob Scallon Nut Width
Schecter C-1 Rob Scallon Nut Width
PRS Hollowbody II Piezo Nut Width
PRS Hollowbody II Piezo Nut Width

The nut width will affect the separation between strings at the nut. In this comparison, the PRS Hollowbody II Piezo has the wider nut with 42.9mm (1.688'') vs 41.7mm (1.643''). This is a 1.2mm (0.045'') difference

This means that it will be more difficult to do bar chords on the PRS Hollowbody II Piezo, especially closer to the nut. However, it's also easier to play without muting strings accidently. This favors people with big hands.

Scale Length

Schecter C-1 Rob Scallon's Scale Length
Schecter C-1 Rob Scallon's Scale Length
PRS Hollowbody II Piezo's Scale Length
PRS Hollowbody II Piezo's Scale Length

The scale length is one of the things that influences playability the most. This is the distance between the nut and the bridge and will affect everything from low action allowance, difficulty to perform bends, fret separation, and even tone.

The Schecter C-1 Rob Scallon has the longest scale: 25.5". The PRS Hollowbody II Piezo is only 25" long. This is a 0.5'' (12.7mm) scale length difference.

This longer scale means that the strings need more tension to get in tune. This is good if you want to avoid fret buzz, which can happen when the strings are too loose and touch the frets while vibrating. This is especially important when playing in lower tunings. This will also let you reduce the gap between fretboard and strings (low action) to make them easier to press down. However, this higher tension will also make it harder to perform bends and vibratos as the strings will feel stiffer.

This also means that the frets have a longer separation between each other, so this will make it harder for people with smaller hands when playing some chord positions.

Another characteristic of a longer scale is that it makes the guitar sound 'snappier' or brighter. This is due to the extra separation between harmonics and overtones produced by the tension. This influences tone more than any other factor (except the pickups).

Lastly, remember that you can also affect the tension of the strings by changing your string gauge. You can use a thicker gauge for more tension and a lighter one for less tension.

Neck Profile

Schecter C-1 Rob Scallon Neck Profile
Schecter C-1 Rob Scallon's neck profile
PRS Hollowbody II Piezo Neck Profile
PRS Hollowbody II Piezo's neck profile

No single neck shape is better than others. However, most people tend to prefer a thinner necks because it doesn't get in their way when playing fast and most hand sizes can adapt to it pretty well. However, some people still prefer thicker necks for a better grip, especially if they have big hands.

Both the Schecter C-1 Rob Scallon and the PRS Hollowbody II Piezo have a C-shaped neck. This is what you'll find in most modern guitars. Most people feel like the thickness of a C neck is simply the less intrusive one for playing fast, while at the same time allowing you to grab the neck easily for resting if you want to.

Fretboard Radius

Schecter C-1 Rob Scallon Fingerboard Radius
Schecter C-1 Rob Scallon's Fingerboard radius
PRS Hollowbody II Piezo Fingerboard Radius
PRS Hollowbody II Piezo's Fingerboard radius

Most guitar fretboards are not flat; they usually have a curve or arc across their width. A curved fretboard will make it easier to perform chords without muting strings, while a flatter one will make it easier to play single notes, which is good for bending and soloing in general. The best fretboards have a compound radius that varies across the fingerboard, but they're not common since they take a lot more work to build.

In this case, the PRS Hollowbody II Piezo's fingerboard radius is smaller, which means it's more curved than the Schecter C-1 Rob Scallon's. This extra arc will make playing chords easier in this model. You won't be as likely to mute the strings, especially if you have big hands. However, playing single notes and bending will be easier on the Schecter C-1 Rob Scallon.

Hand Size Comfortability

Everyone has a different hand size, and that's why it's recommended to try a guitar before buying, even if others tell you that it's comfortable to play. However, we can know whether a guitar favors small or large hands just by knowing its exact measurements.

And after taking into account the scale length, nut width, neck profile and fretboard radius, we can conclude that the PRS Hollowbody II Piezo favors large hands more than the Schecter C-1 Rob Scallon.

Schecter C-1 Rob Scallon:
Big Hands
Small Hands
PRS Hollowbody II Piezo:
Big Hands
Small Hands

Fret Size

Schecter C-1 Rob Scallon Frets Size
Schecter C-1 Rob Scallon's Frets Size
PRS Hollowbody II Piezo Frets Size
PRS Hollowbody II Piezo's Frets Size

The Schecter C-1 Rob Scallon has Jumbo frets, which should be taller than the PRS Hollowbody II Piezo's Medium Jumbo frets.

Some people prefer taller frets because they result in more sustain since the strings get pressed cleanly without interference from the fretboard. However, if they're too tall—like Jumbo frets—, you might change the pitch of the strings accidentally if you press too hard because you won't be touching the fretboard with your fingers. This is also why some guitarists with a heavy grip prefer smaller frets. They like to feel the fingerboard to avoid pressing down too hard and getting out of pitch.

Final Playability Scores

Schecter C-1 Rob Scallon
Bending & Vibrato Ease 85
Chord Playability 60
Solo Playability 100
Playability 82
PRS Hollowbody II Piezo
Bending & Vibrato Ease 75
Chord Playability 70
Solo Playability 65
Playability 70

Specs Side-by-Side

Schecter C-1 Rob Scallon vs PRS Hollowbody II Piezo
General Schecter C-1 Rob Scallon PRS Hollowbody II Piezo
Brand: Schecter PRS
Year: 2022 2018
Configuration: HH HH
Strings: 6 6
Made in: Indonesia United States
Series: Artist Core
Colors: Black Satin Gold, White, Black, Blue, Green, Black Burst, Orange, Purple, Yellow, Red Burst, Gold Burst, Dark Cherry Sunburst, McCarty Sunburst, McCarty Tobacco Sunburst
Left-Handed Version: Yes No
Body
Type: Solid Body Hollowbody
Body Material: Swamp Ash Mahogany
Bridge: Hipshot Hardtail (.125) w/ String Thru Body PRS Adjustable Piezo Stoptail
Neck
Neck Joint: Neck-Through Set
Tuners: Hipshot Grip-Lock PRS Phase III Locking
Fretboard: Ebony Rosewood
Neck Material: Mahogany 3-pc w/ Carbon Fiber Reinforcement Rods Mahogany
Decoration: Pearloid Reverse Dots Birds
Scale Size: 25.5" 25"
Shape: Rob Scallon C Pattern
Thickness: 1st Fret: 0.846'' (21.5mm) - 12th Fret: 0.866'' (22mm) 1st Fret: 0.88'' (22.4mm) - 12th Fret: 0.95'' (24.1mm)
Frets: 24 Jumbo Nickel Silver 22 Medium Jumbo Nickel Silver
Fretboard Radius: 14" 10"
Nut: Black Tusq XL PRS Propietary
Nut Width: 41.7mm (1.643'') 42.9mm (1.688'')
Electronics
Bridge Pickup: Schecter Diamond 78 Special Rob Scallon (Humbucker / Passive) PRS 58/15 LT (Humbucker / Passive)
Middle Pickup:
Neck Pickup: Schecter Diamond 78 Rob Scallon (Humbucker / Passive) PRS 58/15 LT (Humbucker / Passive)
Switch: 3 Way 3 Way
Knobs: Dome Speed
Pickup Mods: Coil Split Multi-Voicing
Volume Controls: 1 1
Tone Controls: 1 1