Schecter Guitar Research C-1 50th Anniversary Electric Guitar - 50th Gold Burst

Fifty years of building instruments for demanding players led Schecter Guitar Research to a milestone worth marking with intention. The C-1 50th Anniversary distills the brand’s boutique beginnings and modern high-performance engineering into a single, statement-making electric guitar. Built on the iconic C-1 silhouette, this special-edition model pairs a resonant swamp ash body with a multi-ply maple, walnut and padauk thru-neck for exceptional sustain and stability. An ultrathin C profile and Ultra Access heel deliver effortless reach across an ebony fingerboard fitted with 24 stainless steel frets. To commemorate the anniversary, Schecter equipped this model with custom-voiced pickups: the aggressive Sunset Strip bridge and the PAF-inspired Pasadena Classic neck. Finished in a striking Gold Burst with black and gold hardware, the C-1 50th Anniversary honors five decades of craftsmanship while meeting the demands of modern players.

Swamp Ash Body With Carved Top for Resonant Tone

The lightweight swamp ash body of the C-1 50th Anniversary produces a balanced tonal response with punchy lows, clear mids and crisp highs. A carved top contour improves comfort during long sessions while preserving a solid, dynamic voice suited for both high-gain riffing and articulate clean passages. Black binding along the body and neck creates sharp contrast against the Gold Burst finish, reinforcing the guitar’s premium aesthetic. Together, the body design and tonal foundation deliver clarity, projection and stage-ready presence.

Maple, Walnut and Padauk Thru-Neck With Ultra Access

The multi-ply maple, walnut and padauk thru-neck construction provides strength, sustain and enhanced resonance, while the Ultra Access heel allows unrestricted reach to the upper frets. An ultrathin C neck profile pairs with a 25.5" scale length and a 12"–16" compound radius fingerboard for fast, fluid playability. The ebony fingerboard feels smooth under the hand and features offset brass ring inlays for clear position reference. Twenty-four extra-jumbo stainless steel frets support accurate intonation and effortless bends, while a two-way adjustable truss rod with spoke wheel at the heel enables quick setup adjustments.

Sunset Strip and Pasadena Classic Pickups for Aggressive, Versatile Tones

This C-1 anniversary model is loaded with Schecter Anniversary Edition pickups designed to cover a wide tonal range. The Sunset Strip bridge humbucker delivers ceramic-magnet output with controlled compression and strong attack, while the Pasadena Classic neck pickup offers a slightly overwound PAF-inspired voice with added midrange clarity. Four-conductor wiring enables coil splitting for quick shifts between full humbucker power and brighter single-coil textures. Master volume and tone controls with push/pull coil split and a 3-way toggle provide intuitive tonal control for diverse playing styles.

Premium Hardware for Performance Stability

High-quality hardware anchors the C-1 50th Anniversary guitar for dependable performance. A Hipshot hardtail bridge ensures solid string anchoring and precise intonation, while TonePros M-series locking tuners support tuning stability and fast string changes. A Graph Tech Black TUSQ XL nut promotes smooth string movement and consistent action. Finished in coordinated black and gold hardware, these components complement the guitar’s visual presentation while reinforcing its professional-grade reliability.

A 50th Anniversary Schecter Designed for Modern Players

Marking five decades of Schecter craftsmanship, the C-1 50th Anniversary model blends modern playability with collector-worthy detail. Its combination of carefully selected tonewoods, premium hardware, versatile electronics and distinctive Gold Burst finish results in a guitar equally suited for stage and studio use. Built to celebrate the past while performing at a contemporary level, the C-1 50th Anniversary delivers historical significance without compromising the demands of modern rock and metal players.