Schecter C-1 Hydro-Dip Purple Obsidian Electric Guitar

The Schecter C-1 Hydro-Dip Purple Obsidian combines the familiar C-1 platform with an unmistakable Hydro-Dip finish, powerful Schecter Radio Active pickups and a fast-playing 24-fret neck. Its mahogany body, 25.5" scale length and string-through Tune-O-Matic bridge make it an excellent choice for players looking for a solid, responsive electric guitar suited to rock, metal and other high-energy styles.

A thin “C” maple neck, 14" fingerboard radius and jumbo frets give the C-1 Hydro-Dip a modern playing feel, while the Richlite fingerboard, black neck binding and satin black hardware complete its distinctive contemporary appearance.

At A Glance

Feature	Details
Brand	Schecter
Model	C-1 Hydro-Dip
Finish	Purple Obsidian
Type	Solid Body Electric Guitar
Condition	New
Body	Mahogany
Neck	Rock Maple
Fingerboard	Richlite
Pickups	Schecter Radio Active Humbuckers
Scale Length	25.5"
Frets	24 Jumbo
Main Appeal	Modern playability, powerful electronics and standout Hydro-Dip styling
Best For	Rock, metal, alternative, lead playing and modern guitar styles

What Makes The Schecter C-1 Hydro-Dip Special?

The striking Purple Obsidian Hydro-Dip finish immediately separates this C-1 from a conventional solid-colour electric guitar. Underneath the distinctive appearance is a serious modern performance instrument, built around a mahogany body with a carved top contour and a rock maple bolt-on neck.

A pair of Schecter Radio Active pickups provides the powerful amplified voice expected from a modern Schecter, while the 24 jumbo frets, thin “C” neck profile and 14" fingerboard radius offer plenty of room for fast rhythm work, wide bends and technical lead playing. The Tune-O-Matic bridge and string-through-body design provide a straightforward, robust setup with excellent playing stability.

Who Is It For?

The C-1 Hydro-Dip Purple Obsidian is particularly well suited to intermediate and advanced players looking for a modern electric guitar with a fast neck, powerful humbuckers and an individual visual identity.

Its combination of a 25.5" scale, 24 jumbo frets and high-output-style pickup configuration makes it particularly appealing for rock, hard rock, metal, progressive and alternative guitarists, although the conventional volume, tone and three-way pickup controls keep it straightforward enough for a wide range of playing styles.

Why Choose A Modern Double-Cut Electric Guitar?

A modern double-cut electric guitar such as the Schecter C-1 offers excellent upper-fret access and a comfortable platform for both rhythm and lead playing. The 24-fret configuration gives players a full two-octave range on each string, while the flatter 14" fingerboard radius is well suited to bends, faster passages and contemporary playing techniques.

The fixed Tune-O-Matic and string-through-body arrangement is also a strong choice for guitarists who value simplicity and stability without requiring a tremolo system.

What's Included?

• Schecter C-1 Hydro-Dip Purple Obsidian Electric Guitar

• Factory-fitted D'Addario Regular Light NYXL 10–46 strings

Please note: The Schecter SGR-1C premium moulded hardshell case is available separately and is not included with the guitar.

Technical Specifications

Body

• Body: Mahogany

• Body Contour: Carved top

• Finish: Purple Obsidian Hydro-Dip

Neck

• Neck Material: Rock Maple

• Construction: Bolt-on

• Neck Shape: Thin “C”

• Neck Binding: Black

• Neck Thickness at 1st Fret: 20mm

• Neck Thickness at 12th Fret: 22mm

• Scale Length: 25.5"

• Truss Rod: 2-way adjustable

• Truss Rod Nut: 4mm at headstock

Fingerboard

• Fingerboard Material: Richlite

• Fingerboard Radius: 14"

• Frets: 24 Jumbo

• Inlays: Metal offset ring

• 12th Fret Inlay: “Hydro”

• Nut: Graph Tech Black TUSQ XL

• Nut Width: 42mm

Electronics

• Bridge Pickup: Schecter Radio Active

• Neck Pickup: Schecter Radio Active

• Controls: Master Volume, Master Tone

• Pickup Selector: 3-way toggle switch

Hardware

• Hardware Finish: Satin Black

• Tuners: Schecter

• Bridge: Tune-O-Matic

• Stringing: String-through body

• Factory Strings: D'Addario Regular Light NYXL 10–46

Product Information

• Item Number: 4190

• UPC: 810051478457

• Optional Case: Schecter SGR-1C Premium Moulded Hardshell Case, sold separately

FAQs

Is the Schecter C-1 Hydro-Dip Purple Obsidian suitable for metal?

Yes. Its dual Schecter Radio Active pickups, 24 jumbo frets, thin neck profile and modern 25.5" scale make it particularly well suited to rock and metal playing.

What pickups does the C-1 Hydro-Dip use?

It features a pair of Schecter Radio Active pickups, with separate bridge and neck units selected through a three-way toggle switch.

How many frets does it have?

The guitar has 24 jumbo frets, providing a full two-octave range on each string.

What is the neck profile?

Schecter specifies a thin “C” profile, measuring approximately 20mm at the first fret and 22mm at the twelfth fret.

What is the fingerboard made from?

The C-1 Hydro-Dip uses a Richlite fingerboard with metal offset ring position markers and a distinctive “Hydro” inlay at the 12th fret.

Does it have a tremolo?

No. This version uses a Tune-O-Matic fixed bridge with string-through-body construction, making it a strong choice for players who prefer the simplicity of a fixed-bridge guitar.

What strings are fitted from the factory?

It is fitted with D'Addario Regular Light NYXL 10–46 strings.

Does the guitar come with a hard case?

No. The Schecter SGR-1C premium moulded hardshell case is sold separately and is not included with the guitar.

What is the scale length?

The guitar has a 25.5" scale length, a familiar choice for modern electric guitars and particularly useful for maintaining definition and string tension.

Is this a new guitar?

Yes. This listing is for a brand-new Schecter C-1 Hydro-Dip Purple Obsidian.

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