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frontpageNattefrost posted Aug 28, 2024 08:52 PM

Schecter Guitar Research C-1 Platinum Blackout Electric Guitar (Satin Black)

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$499

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Musician's Friend has Schecter Guitar Research C-1 Platinum Blackout Electric Guitar (Satin Black) on sale for $499. Shipping is free.

Thanks to Community Member Nattefrost for sharing this deal.

About this Item:
  • Body
    • Back & sides: Mahogany
    • Body finish: Satin
  • Neck
    • Neck shape: Thin C
    • Neck wood: Maple
    • Fretboard material: Ebony
    • Scale length: 25.5"
    • Fret size: Jumbo
    • Number of frets: 24
    • Neck finish: Satin
  • Electronics
    • Pickup/preamp: EMG 81/85 active
    • Tuner: TonePros 20:1
  • Other
    • Bridge: Tune-O-Matic
    • Saddle & nut: Graph Tech TUSQ

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  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars from customer reviews.
  • At the time of this posting, our research indicates that this is $100.99 lower than the next best comparable prices starting from $599.99.

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Musician's Friend has Schecter Guitar Research C-1 Platinum Blackout Electric Guitar (Satin Black) on sale for $499. Shipping is free.

Thanks to Community Member Nattefrost for sharing this deal.

About this Item:
  • Body
    • Back & sides: Mahogany
    • Body finish: Satin
  • Neck
    • Neck shape: Thin C
    • Neck wood: Maple
    • Fretboard material: Ebony
    • Scale length: 25.5"
    • Fret size: Jumbo
    • Number of frets: 24
    • Neck finish: Satin
  • Electronics
    • Pickup/preamp: EMG 81/85 active
    • Tuner: TonePros 20:1
  • Other
    • Bridge: Tune-O-Matic
    • Saddle & nut: Graph Tech TUSQ

Editor's Notes

Written by SaltyOne | Staff
  • Get 1%-5% cash back on deals like this with a cash back credit card. Compare the available cash back credit cards here.
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars from customer reviews.
  • At the time of this posting, our research indicates that this is $100.99 lower than the next best comparable prices starting from $599.99.

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cycev
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The one I ordered just came in today and it was definitely a store model. The unit itself has cosmetic damage on the body so I'm already dealing with a refund or replacement.
GeekPriest
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Solid price, but note that the Guitar Center page (https://www.guitarcenter.com/Sche...0409112.gc ) has the following disclaimer: "Limited stock available. This item will ship from store and may not arrive in its original packaging."

Since MF and GC are the same company, I'd expect this warning to apply to MF purchases also.

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Aug 30, 2024 08:26 PM
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cycevAug 30, 2024 08:26 PM
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Our community has rated this post as helpful. If you agree, why not thank cycev

The one I ordered just came in today and it was definitely a store model. The unit itself has cosmetic damage on the body so I'm already dealing with a refund or replacement.
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Aug 30, 2024 08:28 PM
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GeekPriestAug 30, 2024 08:28 PM
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Quote from SlickSherlock :
Thank you. I appreciate you not only answering my question but also answering the question as to why it might be more suitable to those types of music in the first place. The comment on the MF review didn't mention anything about the pickups at all.
An active pickup lets them use a rather "weak" pickup (in terms of its inductance). They take that weak signal from the string vibration and amplify to normal levels (hence the "active") and send it to the amp.

Because the inductance is so much lower, it doesn't pick up as much electrical noise, so there's less garbage going into the gain section of the amplifier. Thus, you're amplifying actual guitar not the 60 Hz hum and cell phone noise.

Aug 31, 2024 12:49 AM
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SlickForYouAug 31, 2024 12:49 AM
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Why couldn't you just price match this deal with guitar center and get a brand new in box model.
Aug 31, 2024 12:56 AM
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GeekPriestAug 31, 2024 12:56 AM
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Quote from SlickForYou :
Why couldn't you just price match this deal with guitar center and get a brand new in box model.
You can, so long as the store has one in stock in the box. No MF rewards, if that matters to you.
Aug 31, 2024 12:58 AM
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SlickForYouAug 31, 2024 12:58 AM
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Quote from GeekPriest :
You can, so long as the store has one in stock in the box. No MF rewards, if that matters to you.
Talk to a gear advisor at guitar center online. I typically am able to get a discount or free accessories. Helps offset MF points.
Aug 31, 2024 12:58 AM
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runningoutAug 31, 2024 12:58 AM
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Quote from batotman :
Even on ones that don't say that....they can ship from a guitar center store if you buy from GC or MF. How do I know? I returned 4 Gibson Les Pauls last year and never did get one unopened. They wouldn't discount them either. One had a fretboard separating from the neck. One was dinged up. One had a really crappy binding job on it. One was perfect....except a defective push pull pot. And would have to replace a circuit board instead of just a pot (thanks, technology). It was just ridiculous.
If you call your sales rep they can tell you where it will ship from and even request one from the warehouse. The last time I ordered a guitar from Musician's Friend, my rep told me there were four of the guitar I wanted in the warehouse but otherwise would ship from a store. They put in a request and I got a brand new sealed one.
Aug 31, 2024 05:22 AM
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bk_InAZAug 31, 2024 05:22 AM
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Schecter has a great reputation for quality. Guitar Center no longer does. I wonder whether a reputable retailer is replicating this deal on NIB guitars.
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Aug 31, 2024 11:33 PM
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IIIIAug 31, 2024 11:33 PM
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nice!
Sep 07, 2024 05:11 PM
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9db9a024-e82d-42bd-97c2-8ebe84Sep 07, 2024 05:11 PM
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Quote from cycev :
The one I ordered just came in today and it was definitely a store model. The unit itself has cosmetic damage on the body so I'm already dealing with a refund or replacement.
This is why guitar center sucks. And yes, it's guitar center. They acquired MF in 2000. I've gotten product from them just packed in bubble rap with no swag or manuals. This is why I have no qualms returning sh!t straight back to them (or doing a charge back when they give you sh!t) and writing a review pointing out the fact it's a repeat situations with them. Stand up for yourself and the money you spend. Bait and switch imo. Deal with Sweetwater. Those guys kick a$$. Maybe this PRS is your speed even if it's a bit more. As of today, the axe is the same price.
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Nattefrost
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Sep 12, 2024 10:50 PM
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Quote from runningout :
If you call your sales rep they can tell you where it will ship from and even request one from the warehouse. The last time I ordered a guitar from Musician's Friend, my rep told me there were four of the guitar I wanted in the warehouse but otherwise would ship from a store. They put in a request and I got a brand new sealed one.
Warehouse will have it in December but you are guaranteed factory set
Sep 24, 2024 03:00 AM
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DeadbydawnSep 24, 2024 03:00 AM
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Quote from cycev :
The one I ordered just came in today and it was definitely a store model. The unit itself has cosmetic damage on the body so I'm already dealing with a refund or replacement.
Musicians Fiend pulled this bs on me years ago so many times. I wouldn't even deal with them it was such a hassle. Then I got a "Gear Advisor" and this guy makes sure the things I buy are brand new not some drop shipped garbage from Guitar Center that someone either took back or has been played by every little kid that goes there. I still don't mess with them too much but with the gear advisor I saved 20% on my last USA Jackson and got almost $200 in points (which is store credit) . I like Sweetwater and they don't ever try to scam.

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