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Schecter Hellraiser Hybrid C-1 FR S vs Reverend Reeves Gabrels Signature RG-SUS

Reasons to Get
Schecter Hellraiser Hybrid C-1 FR S over Reverend Reeves Gabrels Signature RG-SUS

Decorative Top
Quilted Maple vs None
Finished with beautiful natural wood patterns
Compound Radius
12" to 16" vs 12"
Balanced playability for chords and single-notes
Number of Frets
24 vs 22
Allows to reach higher notes
Nut Width
1.625'' (41.3mm) vs 1.693'' (43mm)
Favors small hands, easier bar chords and other shapes
Luminescent Sidedots
Yes vs None
Assists you when playing in dark environments
Bridge
Floyd Rose vs Tremolo
Allows intense vibratos and techniques like Dive Bombs
Value Score
78 vs 65
Better price/quality relationship

Reasons to Get
Reverend Reeves Gabrels Signature RG-SUS over Schecter Hellraiser Hybrid C-1 FR S

Release Year
2021 vs 2015
From a more recent year
Number of Frets
22 vs 24
Warmer neck pickup
Neck Joint
Bolt-On vs Set
Allows you to detach and swap the neck
Tone Knobs
2 vs 1
More tone control
Locking Tuners
Yes vs None
Easier to change strings
Nut Width
1.693'' (43mm) vs 1.625'' (41.3mm)
Less likely to mute strings by accident and more space for fingerstyle
Bridge
Tremolo vs Floyd Rose
Simple vibratos without too much maintenance

Other Key Differences
Schecter Hellraiser Hybrid C-1 FR S vs Reverend Reeves Gabrels Signature RG-SUS

Bridge Pickup
EMG 57 vs Reeves Gabrels Signature Bridge
Different Bridge Pickup
Body Wood
Mahogany vs Limba
Different Body Wood
Neck Wood
Maple vs Roasted Maple
Different Neck Wood
Headstock
3-3 vs 6
Different Headstock
Nut Material
Locking vs Boneite
Different Nut Material

Shared Features
Schecter Hellraiser Hybrid C-1 FR S vs Reverend Reeves Gabrels Signature RG-SUS

Neck Pickup
Sustainiac
Same Neck Pickup
Fretboard Wood
Ebony
Same Fretboard Wood
Strings
6
Same playing style
Body Type
Solid Body
Feedback free
Switch Positions
3
Same pickups versatility
Volume Knobs
1
Same volume control
Pickups
HH
High output without hum
Paint Finish
Poly
Resistant paint that ages well
Scale Length
25.5'' (647.7mm)
Same string tension and fret separation
Pickups Power
Passive
Cleaner sound and no battery needed
Neck Profile Type
C
Comfortable neck that works for most people
Type of Frets
XL Jumbo
You won't feel the fretboard when pressing down the strings

Common Strengths

  • Pickup Alter Switch/Knob
  • High-Quality Nut
  • Top Pickup Brand
  • Expensive Wood

Common Weaknesses

  • Weight Relief
  • Stays in Tune (Evertune)
  • High-Quality Frets
  • Compound Radius Fretboard
  • From a High-Quality-Standards Country
  • 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 Hellraiser Hybrid C-1 FR S is probably the better product overall with its final score of 78 compared to the Reverend Reeves Gabrels Signature RG-SUS's 75 score, although not by a lot.

The Schecter Hellraiser Hybrid C-1 FR S wins when it comes to playability, build quality, value for the money. On the other hand, the Reverend Reeves Gabrels Signature RG-SUS has the upper hand when it comes to.

If you got small hands, you'll probably feel more comfortable playing the Schecter Hellraiser Hybrid C-1 FR S.

Which One is Better for Beginners?

If you're looking for your first guitar to learn how to play, the Schecter Hellraiser Hybrid C-1 FR S is the better choice.

The Schecter Hellraiser Hybrid C-1 FR S meets 5 out of our 8 criteria items for beginner friendliness, while the Reverend Reeves Gabrels Signature RG-SUS meets only 4. 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 Hellraiser Hybrid C-1 FR S
  • Comfortable shape
  • Comfortable fretboard
  • Tall frets
  • Narrow nut
  • Comfortable neck
  • Short scale
  • Locking tuners
  • Easy-to-use bridge

New Player Friendliness

Reverend Reeves Gabrels Signature RG-SUS
  • Easy-to-use bridge
  • Locking tuners
  • Tall frets
  • Comfortable neck
  • Comfortable shape
  • 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 Hellraiser Hybrid C-1 FR S Overview

  • From Schecter's 2015 Hellraiser Hybrid series
  • Made in South Korea
  • 6 strings
  • 25.5"'' scale
  • 12" to 16" Fretboard Radius
  • Quilted Maple top
  • Mahogany body
  • Maple 3-pc neck
  • Ebony fretboard
  • Bridge pickup: EMG 57 (Humbucker/Active)
  • Neck pickup: Sustainiac (Humbucker/Passive)
  • 1 volume and 1 tone Dome knobs
  • 3-way Switch
  • Floyd Rose 1500 Series bridge
  • Ultra Thin C Set neck
  • 24 XL Jumbo frets
  • Grover tuners
  • Weight between 7.6lbs (3.4kgs) and 8.1lbs (3.7kgs)
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Reverend Reeves Gabrels Signature RG-SUS Overview

  • From Reverend's 2021 Signature series
  • Reeves Gabrels Signature
  • Made in South Korea
  • 6 strings
  • 25.5"'' scale
  • 12" Fretboard Radius
  • Korina body
  • Roasted Maple neck
  • Ebony fretboard
  • Bridge pickup: Reeves Gabrels Signature Bridge (Humbucker/Passive)
  • Neck pickup: Sustainiac (Humbucker/Passive)
  • 1 volume and 2 tone Dome knobs
  • 3-way Switch
  • Wilkinson WVS50 IIK Tremolo bridge
  • Medium C Bolt-On neck
  • 22 XL Jumbo frets
  • Reverend Pin-Lock tuners
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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

Ebony wood pattern used for guitar building
Ebony

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.

Woods Used in the Schecter Hellraiser Hybrid C-1 FR S

Maple wood pattern used for guitar building
Maple
Mahogany wood pattern used for guitar building
Mahogany

Maple is one of the most popular necks for good reasons. It is a strong wood that is relatively cheap to make and looks beautiful. The highest quality maple is the hardest that comes from North America. Find out more about Maple.

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 Reverend Reeves Gabrels Signature RG-SUS

Roasted Maple wood pattern used for guitar building
Roasted Maple
Limba wood pattern used for guitar building
Limba

Roasted Maple is just maple without a finish. It's technically cheaper than regular maple, but it doesn't have any extra disadvantages because of this. The color is darker, and it's lighter weight and very stable even when there's a lot of humidity.

Limba is a relatively rare wood that shows exotic tight dark grain stripes. It comes in white or black. As a tonewood, it is comparable to Mahogany but with richer mids. Find out more about Limba.

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

Both come with very good pickups from at least one of the specialized brands in the market. With pickups like these, you probably won't need an upgrade anytime soon.

However, the Reverend Reeves Gabrels Signature RG-SUS has a slight sound quality advantage when taking into account other factors like the type of pickups, magnet, position, etc.

You can purchase similar pickups to the Schecter Hellraiser Hybrid C-1 FR S's and use them on any guitar:

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: Reverend Reeves Gabrels Signature RG-SUS.

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: Sustainer.

The pickups with Sustainer are able to recreate the 'feedback' you get when you hold your guitar near a speaker without muting the strings. This allows them to produce infinite sustain that you can use for as long as you want to create interest sounds and harmonics.

Schecter Hellraiser Hybrid C-1 FR S pickups switch and push knobs diagram
Schecter Hellraiser Hybrid C-1 FR S's switch options
Reverend Reeves Gabrels Signature RG-SUS pickups switch and push knobs diagram
Reverend Reeves Gabrels Signature RG-SUS'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: Reverend Reeves Gabrels Signature RG-SUS.

Final Sound Quality Scores

Schecter Hellraiser Hybrid C-1 FR S
Pickups 85
Sustain 100
Versatility 64
Tuning Stability 85
Sound 84
Reverend Reeves Gabrels Signature RG-SUS
Pickups 90
Sustain 100
Versatility 71
Tuning Stability 75
Sound 84

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 Hellraiser Hybrid C-1 FR S compares to the Reverend Reeves Gabrels Signature RG-SUS.

Country of Origin

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

South Korea was for many years the number one choice for mass-producing semi-premium guitars. They can build excellent guitars for a cheap price. Now, it's less common to find Korean guitars because Indonesia has proved capable of building guitars just as well, but likely for cheaper.

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.

The Schecter Hellraiser Hybrid C-1 FR S has a Locking nut. Instead of a regular nut, this guitar has a locking system that will lock down the strings at the nut, preventing it from getting out of tune. It removes one of the disadvantages of tremolo bridges, tune stability.

On the other hand, the Reverend Reeves Gabrels Signature RG-SUS comes with a Boneite nut. This is an artificial material made to imitate the favored type of nut: bone. This allows it to sound and feel pretty much like bone, but without the inconsistency of natural materials.

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.

The Schecter Hellraiser Hybrid C-1 FR S's brige is a Floyd Rose. This is a double-locking bridge system that allows you to perform techniques like dive bombs and pinch harmonics. The locking nut allows your guitar to stay in tune even after the most intense tremolo usage. The disadvantage is that it takes more work to change the strings and set up everything correctly.

On the other hand, the Reverend Reeves Gabrels Signature RG-SUS's is a Tremolo. Tremolo bridges give you more versatility than fixed bridges. They let you perform the intense vibrato effects that would be impossible with a fixed bridge. However, since the bridge floats and there's less contact with the body, the strings lose sustain slightly faster. They can also be a bit harder to restring and set up correctly than fixed bridges.

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: Schecter Hellraiser Hybrid C-1 FR S.

Tuners

The Reverend Reeves Gabrels Signature RG-SUS has the best tuners of the two because they are 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.

Nevertheless, the Schecter Hellraiser Hybrid C-1 FR S has a locking nut, so it should have even better tune stability and doesn't need locking tuners.

Winner: Reverend Reeves Gabrels Signature RG-SUS.

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 Hellraiser Hybrid C-1 FR S has a 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.

On the other hand, the Reverend Reeves Gabrels Signature RG-SUS comes with Bolt-On neck joint. This neck is joined to the body by 4 bolts that you can simply unscrew. This allows you to replace the neck or take it off for travel. It's the most common and cheapest way to build a guitar.

Winner: Reverend Reeves Gabrels Signature RG-SUS.

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

Strengths & Weaknesses
Schecter Hellraiser Hybrid C-1 FR S
  • Expensive Wood
  • Locking Nut
  • Top Brand Pickups
  • Sustainer Pickups
  • Luminescent Inlay
  • Tremolo
  • Compound Radius Fretboard
  • Retainer Bar
  • Cheap Fret Wire (NS)
  • No Locking Tuners
  • Made in South Korea
  • No Neck-Through Build
  • No Weight Relief
  • No 21:1 Tuner Ratio
  • No Strap Lock
Strengths & Weaknesses
Reverend Reeves Gabrels Signature RG-SUS
  • Locking Tuners
  • Expensive Wood
  • Boneite Nut
  • Top Brand Pickups
  • Sustainer Pickups
  • Tremolo
  • Cheap Fret Wire (NS)
  • Made in South Korea
  • No Neck-Through Build
  • No Weight Relief
  • No Luminescent Inlay
  • No Compound Radius Fretboard
  • No 21:1 Tuner Ratio
  • No Strap Lock

Final Build Quality Scores

Schecter Hellraiser Hybrid C-1 FR S
Quality of materials 55
Features 85
Quality Control 75
Build Quality 72
Reverend Reeves Gabrels Signature RG-SUS
Quality of materials 56
Features 70
Quality Control 85
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 Hellraiser Hybrid C-1 FR S Nut Width
Schecter Hellraiser Hybrid C-1 FR S Nut Width
Reverend Reeves Gabrels Signature RG-SUS Nut Width
Reverend Reeves Gabrels Signature RG-SUS Nut Width

The nut width will affect the separation between strings at the nut. In this comparison, the Reverend Reeves Gabrels Signature RG-SUS has the wider nut with 43mm (1.693'') vs 41.3mm (1.625''). This is a 1.7mm (0.068'') difference

This means that it will be more difficult to do bar chords on the Reverend Reeves Gabrels Signature RG-SUS, 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 Hellraiser Hybrid C-1 FR S and Reverend Reeves Gabrels Signature RG-SUS's Scale Length
Both have the same 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, both have a scale length of 25.5".

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 Hellraiser Hybrid C-1 FR S Neck Profile
Schecter Hellraiser Hybrid C-1 FR S's neck profile
Reverend Reeves Gabrels Signature RG-SUS Neck Profile
Reverend Reeves Gabrels Signature RG-SUS'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 Hellraiser Hybrid C-1 FR S and the Reverend Reeves Gabrels Signature RG-SUS 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 Hellraiser Hybrid C-1 FR S Fretboard Compound Radius
Schecter Hellraiser Hybrid C-1 FR S's Compound Fretboard Radius
Reverend Reeves Gabrels Signature RG-SUS Fingerboard Radius
Reverend Reeves Gabrels Signature RG-SUS'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 Hellraiser Hybrid C-1 FR S is the only one with a compound radius. This is a huge win because it will give you the best of both worlds: a more curved radius in the first few frets for chords, and flatter as you come closer to the body for soloing.

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 Reverend Reeves Gabrels Signature RG-SUS favors large hands more than the Schecter Hellraiser Hybrid C-1 FR S. But it's still more comfortable for people with small hands, as you can see in the score meter below.

Schecter Hellraiser Hybrid C-1 FR S:
Big Hands
Small Hands
Reverend Reeves Gabrels Signature RG-SUS:
Big Hands
Small Hands

Fret Size

Schecter Hellraiser Hybrid C-1 FR S and Reverend Reeves Gabrels Signature RG-SUS Frets Size
Both have a similar XL Jumbo fret size

Both have a XL Jumbo fret size. These are really tall frets made like this so you don't meet any resistance when playing techniques like vibrato, bending, tapping, etc. They should make the guitar easier to play, but you have to be careful not to get the notes out of pitch by pressing down too hard, which might happen since the fretboard will be too low to stop your hand.

Final Playability Scores

Schecter Hellraiser Hybrid C-1 FR S
Bending & Vibrato Ease 70
Chord Playability 70
Solo Playability 90
Playability 77
Reverend Reeves Gabrels Signature RG-SUS
Bending & Vibrato Ease 80
Chord Playability 50
Solo Playability 80
Playability 70

Specs Side-by-Side

Schecter Hellraiser Hybrid C-1 FR S vs Reverend Reeves Gabrels Signature RG-SUS
General Schecter Hellraiser Hybrid C-1 FR S Reverend Reeves Gabrels Signature RG-SUS
Brand: Schecter Reverend
Year: 2015 2021
Configuration: HH HH
Strings: 6 6
Made in: South Korea South Korea
Series: Hellraiser Hybrid Signature
Colors: Black Burst, Purple Gold, Yellow
Left-Handed Version: No No
Body
Type: Solid Body Solid Body
Body Material: Mahogany Korina
Bridge: Floyd Rose 1500 Series Wilkinson WVS50 IIK Tremolo
Neck
Neck Joint: Set Bolt-On
Tuners: Grover Reverend Pin-Lock
Fretboard: Ebony Ebony
Neck Material: Maple 3-pc Roasted Maple
Decoration: Mother of Pearl Offset/Reverse Dots with Gothic Cross at 12th Fret Dots
Scale Size: 25.5" 25.5"
Shape: Ultra Thin C Medium C
Thickness: 1st Fret: 0.748'' (19mm) - 12th Fret: 0.787'' (20mm) 1st Fret: - 12th Fret:
Frets: 24 XL Jumbo Nickel Silver 22 XL Jumbo Nickel Silver
Fretboard Radius: 12" to 16" 12"
Nut: Locking Boneite
Nut Width: 41.3mm (1.625'') 43mm (1.693'')
Electronics
Bridge Pickup: EMG 57 (Humbucker / Active) Reeves Gabrels Signature Bridge (Humbucker / Passive)
Middle Pickup:
Neck Pickup: Sustainiac (Humbucker / Passive) Sustainiac (Humbucker / Passive)
Switch: 3 Way 3 Way
Knobs: Dome Dome
Pickup Mods: Sustainer Sustainer
Volume Controls: 1 1
Tone Controls: 1 2