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Schecter C-7 Multiscale Rob Scallon vs C-1 Rob Scallon

Reasons to Get
Schecter C-7 Multiscale Rob Scallon over C-1 Rob Scallon

Scale Length
26.25" to 25.5" vs 25.5"
Less fret buzz with less string stiffness
Strings
7 vs 6
Allows you to play lower notes
Nut Width
1.89'' (48mm) vs 1.643'' (41.7mm)
Less likely to mute strings by accident and more space for fingerstyle
Fretboard Radius
16'' (406.4mm) vs 14'' (355.6mm)
Flatter fretboard makes it easier to play single notes and bend
Avg. Weight
7.7lbs (3.5kgs) vs 7.975lbs (3.6kgs)
Tends to be lighter
Value Score
75 vs 74
Better price/quality relationship

Reasons to Get
Schecter C-1 Rob Scallon over C-7 Multiscale Rob Scallon

Scale Length
25.5" vs 26.25" to 25.5"
Easier to adapt to
Strings
6 vs 7
Narrower neck and fewer strings to change
Nut Width
1.643'' (41.7mm) vs 1.89'' (48mm)
Favors small hands, easier bar chords and other shapes
Fretboard Radius
14'' (355.6mm) vs 16'' (406.4mm)
More curved fretboard helpful to play chords without muting strings

Other Key Differences
Schecter C-7 Multiscale Rob Scallon vs C-1 Rob Scallon

Headstock
4-3 vs 3-3
Different Headstock

Shared Features
Schecter C-7 Multiscale Rob Scallon vs C-1 Rob Scallon

Bridge Pickup
Schecter Diamond 78 Special Rob Scallon
Same Bridge Pickup
Neck Pickup
Schecter Diamond 78 Rob Scallon
Same Neck Pickup
Body Wood
Ash
Same Body Wood
Neck Wood
Mahogany
Same Neck Wood
Fretboard Wood
Ebony
Same Fretboard Wood
Nut Material
Black Tusq XL
Same Nut Material
Body Type
Solid Body
Feedback free
Switch Positions
3
Same pickups versatility
Volume Knobs
1
Same volume control
Tone Knobs
1
Same tone control
Pickups
HH
High output without hum
Number of Frets
24
Same maximum octave
Neck Thickness at 1st Fret
0.846'' (21.5mm)
Same neck comfortability
Neck Thickness at 12th Fret
0.866'' (22mm)
Same neck comfortability
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
Neck Joint
Neck-Through
Stronger neck and easier access to upper frets
Type of Frets
Jumbo
You won't feel the fretboard when pressing down the strings

Common Strengths

  • Neck-Through Build
  • Pickup Alter Switch/Knob
  • Locking Tuners
  • High-Quality Nut
  • Expensive Wood

Common Weaknesses

  • Weight Relief
  • Stays in Tune (Evertune)
  • High-Quality Frets
  • Compound Radius Fretboard
  • From a High-Quality-Standards Country
  • Luminescent Sidedots
  • Strap Lock
  • Top Pickup Brand
  • 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-7 Multiscale Rob Scallon is probably the better product overall with its final score of 75 compared to the Schecter C-1 Rob Scallon's 74 score, although not by a lot.

The Schecter C-7 Multiscale Rob Scallon wins when it comes to build quality, value for the money. On the other hand, the Schecter C-1 Rob Scallon has the upper hand when it comes to.

If you got small hands, you'll probably feel that the Schecter C-1 Rob Scallon is easier to play.

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 Schecter C-7 Multiscale Rob Scallon 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-7 Multiscale Rob Scallon
  • Comfortable shape
  • Easy-to-use bridge
  • Locking tuners
  • Tall frets
  • Comfortable neck
  • Comfortable fretboard
  • Narrow nut
  • Short scale

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

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-7 Multiscale Rob Scallon Overview

  • From Schecter's 2022 Artist series
  • Rob Scallon Signature
  • Made in Indonesia
  • 7 strings
  • 26.25" to 25.5"'' scale
  • 16" 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 7.2lbs (3.3kgs) and 8.2lbs (3.7kgs)
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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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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
Ebony wood pattern used for guitar building
Ebony
Ash wood pattern used for guitar building
Ash

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.

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.

Winner: Tie.

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

None of these use a specialized pickup brand for their pickups. Some of the best guitars on the market come with pickups from brands like EMG, Seymour Duncan, DiMarzio, etc. You might want to replace your pickups eventually if you want to get the best sound out of any of these instruments.

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: Tie.

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 offer you the same type of pickup mod: 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.

They both share the following switching options:

Schecter C-7 Multiscale Rob Scallon and Schecter C-1 Rob Scallon pickups switch and push knobs diagram
Schecter C-7 Multiscale Rob Scallon and Schecter C-1 Rob Scallon'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: Tie.

Final Sound Quality Scores

Schecter C-7 Multiscale Rob Scallon
Pickups 55
Sustain 85
Versatility 64
Tuning Stability 80
Sound 71
Schecter C-1 Rob Scallon
Pickups 55
Sustain 85
Versatility 64
Tuning Stability 80
Sound 71

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-7 Multiscale Rob Scallon compares to the Schecter C-1 Rob Scallon.

Country of Origin

The manufacturing country can tell a lot about the build quality of an instrument. Both in this comparison where made in Indonesia.

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.

Winner: Tie

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.

In this case, both have Black Tusq XL nuts. 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).

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.

Both have 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.

Winner: Tie.

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

Strengths & Weaknesses
Schecter C-7 Multiscale 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
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

Final Build Quality Scores

Schecter C-7 Multiscale Rob Scallon
Quality of materials 61
Features 80
Quality Control 75
Build Quality 72
Schecter C-1 Rob Scallon
Quality of materials 61
Features 75
Quality Control 75
Build Quality 70

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-7 Multiscale Rob Scallon Nut Width
Schecter C-7 Multiscale Rob Scallon Nut Width
Schecter C-1 Rob Scallon Nut Width
Schecter C-1 Rob Scallon Nut Width

The nut width will affect the separation between strings at the nut. In this comparison, the Schecter C-7 Multiscale Rob Scallon has the wider nut with 48mm (1.89'') vs 41.7mm (1.643''). This is a 6.3mm (0.247'') difference

This means that it will be more difficult to do bar chords on the Schecter C-7 Multiscale Rob Scallon, 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-7 Multiscale Rob Scallon's Scale Length
Schecter C-7 Multiscale Rob Scallon's Scale Length
Schecter C-1 Rob Scallon's Scale Length
Schecter C-1 Rob Scallon'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.

In this case, the Schecter C-7 Multiscale Rob Scallon features a multi-scale of 26.25" to 25.5" while the Schecter C-1 Rob Scallon has a regular scale of 25.5".

A multi-scale fingerboard incorporates two scale lengths at the same time. This is present in some instruments with long scale to give a different tension to the lower strings than the higher strings. The thickest strings need more tension to avoid fret buzz (especially when tuned low), so the scale is longer for these strings, while the thinnest strings will need less tension (because they have a lower gauge), so they have a shorter scale to reduce stiffness for bends.

It can feel awkward if you've never played a multi-scale because the frets will have more separation for the higher strings, but a lot of people love their versatility.

On the other hand, the Schecter C-1 Rob Scallon's 25.5" regular scale means it has a fixed scale for all the strings.This is the scale used in most Stratocasters. It's slightly longer than the typical 24.75'' size found in Les Pauls, and it's one of the main reasons why Stratocasters have such a bright sound in general. A longer scale also means that the strings will have higher tension. This will help you get lower action without suffering fret buzz, which will also be helpful when playing in lower tunings without having to increase your string gauge.

However, this also means that there will be more separation between frets, which can make it more difficult to play. Also, bending the strings will require more strengths due to the increased tension, but remember that a tremolo guitar will offset this difficulty.

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-7 Multiscale Rob Scallon Neck Profile
Both guitars have the same 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-7 Multiscale Rob Scallon and the Schecter C-1 Rob Scallon 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-7 Multiscale Rob Scallon Fingerboard Radius
Schecter C-7 Multiscale Rob Scallon's Fingerboard radius
Schecter C-1 Rob Scallon Fingerboard Radius
Schecter C-1 Rob Scallon'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 Schecter C-1 Rob Scallon's fingerboard radius is smaller, which means it's more curved than the Schecter C-7 Multiscale 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-7 Multiscale Rob Scallon.

Still, both tend to favor soloing over chords, so if you're looking for a guitar for playing rhythm, you might want something else with a radius closer to a Stratocaster's 9.5''.

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 Schecter C-7 Multiscale Rob Scallon favors large hands more than the Schecter C-1 Rob Scallon.

Schecter C-7 Multiscale Rob Scallon:
Big Hands
Small Hands
Schecter C-1 Rob Scallon:
Big Hands
Small Hands

Fret Size

Schecter C-7 Multiscale Rob Scallon and Schecter C-1 Rob Scallon Frets Size
Both have a similar Jumbo fret size

Both have a Jumbo fret size. This is one of the tallest frets you can get. You won't feel the fretboard when pressing down the strings. It will give you the best sustain and all types of chords will be easier to play. However, you can end up changing the pitch of your notes if you press too hard, which is something people used to feeling the fretboard do when trying Jumbo frets for the first time.

Final Playability Scores

Schecter C-7 Multiscale Rob Scallon
Bending & Vibrato Ease 90
Chord Playability 55
Solo Playability 100
Playability 82
Schecter C-1 Rob Scallon
Bending & Vibrato Ease 85
Chord Playability 60
Solo Playability 100
Playability 82

Specs Side-by-Side

Schecter C-7 Multiscale Rob Scallon vs C-1 Rob Scallon
General Schecter C-7 Multiscale Rob Scallon C-1 Rob Scallon
Brand: Schecter Schecter
Year: 2022 2022
Configuration: HH HH
Strings: 7 6
Made in: Indonesia Indonesia
Series: Artist Artist
Colors: Black Satin Black Satin
Left-Handed Version: Yes Yes
Body
Type: Solid Body Solid Body
Body Material: Swamp Ash Swamp Ash
Bridge: Hipshot Hardtail (.125) w/ String Thru Body Hipshot Hardtail (.125) w/ String Thru Body
Neck
Neck Joint: Neck-Through Neck-Through
Tuners: Hipshot Grip-Lock Hipshot Grip-Lock
Fretboard: Ebony Ebony
Neck Material: Mahogany 3-pc w/ Carbon Fiber Reinforcement Rods Mahogany 3-pc w/ Carbon Fiber Reinforcement Rods
Decoration: Pearloid Reverse Dots Pearloid Reverse Dots
Scale Size: 26.25" to 25.5" 25.5"
Shape: Rob Scallon C Rob Scallon C
Thickness: 1st Fret: 0.846'' (21.5mm) - 12th Fret: 0.866'' (22mm) 1st Fret: 0.846'' (21.5mm) - 12th Fret: 0.866'' (22mm)
Frets: 24 Jumbo Nickel Silver 24 Jumbo Nickel Silver
Fretboard Radius: 16" 14"
Nut: Black Tusq XL Black Tusq XL
Nut Width: 48mm (1.89'') 41.7mm (1.643'')
Electronics
Bridge Pickup: Schecter Diamond 78 Special Rob Scallon (Humbucker / Passive) Schecter Diamond 78 Special Rob Scallon (Humbucker / Passive)
Middle Pickup:
Neck Pickup: Schecter Diamond 78 Rob Scallon (Humbucker / Passive) Schecter Diamond 78 Rob Scallon (Humbucker / Passive)
Switch: 3 Way 3 Way
Knobs: Dome Dome
Pickup Mods: Coil Split Coil Split
Volume Controls: 1 1
Tone Controls: 1 1