Schecter C-1 Electric Guitar, Ink Bomb

Quick Product Summary

The Schecter C-1 Ink Bomb is a high-performance electric guitar built for players who want aggressive modern tone, fast playability and unmistakable visual impact. Its striking hand-splattered Ink Bomb finish is paired with a mahogany body, ebony fingerboard, 25.5" scale and 24 jumbo frets, creating a platform particularly well suited to technical playing, heavy riffing and expressive lead work.

A pair of Seymour Duncan Alt Metal Blackout active humbuckers provides high output, tight low-end response and excellent definition under substantial gain. Combined with a TonePros locking Tune-O-Matic bridge and Schecter locking tuners, the C-1 Ink Bomb is designed as a serious modern rock and metal instrument with straightforward controls and dependable hardware.

At A Glance

Feature	Details
Brand	Schecter
Model	C-1 Ink Bomb
Model Number	2986
Finish	Ink Bomb
Type	Solid Body Electric Guitar
Condition	New
Body	Mahogany
Fingerboard	Ebony
Scale Length	25.5"
Pickups	Seymour Duncan Alt Metal Blackout
Main Appeal	High-output modern performance with distinctive Ink Bomb styling
Best For	Metal, alternative metal, hard rock, progressive and high-gain playing

What’s Included?

• Schecter C-1 Ink Bomb Electric Guitar

• Factory-fitted Ernie Ball .010–.046 strings

The compatible Schecter SGR-1C C-Shape Hardcase is available separately and is not supplied as standard.

What Makes the Schecter C-1 Ink Bomb Special?

The Ink Bomb immediately stands apart visually thanks to its dramatic hand-splattered finish, but its specification is equally focused on performance. The mahogany body provides a substantial foundation, while the ebony fingerboard, Thin "C" neck profile, 14" radius and 24 jumbo frets create a fast and controlled playing surface for demanding rhythm and lead techniques.

Its biggest tonal feature is the pair of Seymour Duncan Alt Metal Blackout active humbuckers. Designed specifically for aggressive contemporary guitar sounds, they combine substantial output with tight bass response and clear upper-frequency attack. The result is particularly effective for palm-muted riffs, lower tunings, articulate high-gain chords and sustained lead sounds without requiring complicated onboard controls.

Who Is It For?

The Schecter C-1 Ink Bomb is particularly suited to players who want a modern performance guitar with powerful active electronics and a distinctive visual identity.

It is an excellent choice for:

• Metal and alternative-metal guitarists

• Hard-rock players

• Progressive and technical guitarists

• Players using high-gain amplifiers

• Guitarists experimenting with lower tunings

• Rhythm players requiring tight note definition

• Lead players wanting 24-fret access

• Gigging musicians who value locking tuners

• Intermediate, advanced and professional players

• Anyone wanting a guitar that visually stands apart from conventional finishes

Why Choose An Active Humbucker Guitar?

Active humbuckers are particularly useful when clarity and consistency are required under heavy distortion. Their strong output can drive amplifiers and effects effectively while helping individual notes remain defined within dense chords and fast riffing.

The Alt Metal Blackouts fitted to the C-1 are specifically designed for contemporary heavier styles. Their focused low end suits palm-muted playing and lower tunings, while the controlled high-frequency response helps maintain attack without becoming excessively harsh. For players whose sound revolves around gain, precision and impact, this makes the C-1 Ink Bomb a particularly focused choice.

Technical Specifications

General

• Model: Schecter C-1 Ink Bomb

• Model Number: 2986

• Finish: Ink Bomb

• Orientation: Right-Handed

• Hardware Colour: Black

Body

• Body Material: Mahogany

• Top Contour: Arched Top

• Binding: Black Single-Ply Neck Binding

• Bridge: TonePros Locking Tune-O-Matic

Neck & Fingerboard

• Fingerboard Material: Ebony

• Neck Profile: Thin "C"

• Scale Length: 25.5" / 648mm

• Fingerboard Radius: 14"

• Frets: 24 Jumbo

• Inlays: Offset Dots

• Nut: Graph Tech XL Black TUSQ

• Nut Width: 42mm

• Neck Thickness at 1st Fret: 20mm

• Neck Thickness at 12th Fret: 22mm

• Truss Rod: 2-Way Adjustable

• Tuners: Schecter Locking

Electronics

• Pickup Configuration: HH

• Bridge Pickup: Seymour Duncan Alt Metal Blackout

• Neck Pickup: Seymour Duncan Alt Metal Blackout

• Pickup Type: Active Humbuckers

• Controls: Master Volume, Master Tone

• Pickup Selector: 3-Way Toggle Switch

Hardware

• Bridge: TonePros Locking Tune-O-Matic

• Tuners: Schecter Locking

• Hardware Finish: Black

• Control Knobs: Metal Dome

Factory Strings

• Strings: Ernie Ball Regular Slinky #2221

• Gauge: .010–.046

Power Requirements

The Seymour Duncan Alt Metal Blackout pickups are active pickups and require battery power to operate.

As with other active-pickup guitars, unplugging the instrument when it is not being played will help preserve battery life.

FAQs

Is the Schecter C-1 Ink Bomb designed for metal?

Yes. Its active Seymour Duncan Alt Metal Blackout pickups, fast-playing neck specification and fixed bridge make it particularly well suited to metal, alternative metal, progressive music and hard rock.

What pickups does the C-1 Ink Bomb use?

It features a matched pair of Seymour Duncan Alt Metal Blackout active humbuckers in the neck and bridge positions.

Are the pickups active or passive?

They are active humbuckers, providing a strong output and focused response particularly suited to high-gain amplification.

Is it suitable for lower tunings?

Yes. The Alt Metal Blackouts are designed to maintain a tight and articulate low end, making the guitar particularly appealing to players who use drop tunings and lower-pitched setups.

How many frets does it have?

The C-1 Ink Bomb features 24 jumbo frets, providing a full two-octave range on each string.

What is the scale length?

It has a 25.5-inch scale length, providing good string tension and definition for rhythm work and lower tunings.

Does it have an ebony fingerboard?

Yes. The guitar features an ebony fingerboard, paired with a relatively flat 14" radius for a modern playing feel.

Does it have locking tuners?

Yes. Schecter locking tuners are fitted as standard, helping simplify string changes while providing secure string retention.

What bridge does it use?

The guitar uses a TonePros locking Tune-O-Matic bridge, a fixed-bridge design engineered for stability, accurate adjustment and efficient transfer of string vibration.

Does the C-1 Ink Bomb have a tremolo?

No. This model uses a fixed Tune-O-Matic bridge, making it particularly suitable for players who prioritise tuning stability and straightforward setup.

Is the Ink Bomb finish the main difference from a standard C-1?

The finish is certainly one of its most distinctive features, but the C-1 Ink Bomb also stands out through its Seymour Duncan Alt Metal Blackout active pickups, TonePros bridge, locking tuners and ebony fingerboard.

Is it suitable for clean tones?

Yes. Although designed primarily with heavier music in mind, the Alt Metal Blackout neck pickup can still produce clear and controlled clean sounds, particularly when amplifier gain is reduced.

Does it come with a hard case?

No. The compatible Schecter SGR-1C C-Shape Hardcase is available separately.

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