The Schecter C-8 MS SLS Elite Evil Twin in Satin Black is an uncompromising eight-string multiscale electric built for modern metal, progressive playing and extended-range performance.

Its premium specification combines a swamp ash body with 7-ply maple, walnut and padauk neck-through construction, reinforced with carbon-fibre rods for additional stability. The ebony fingerboard features a 25.5"–27" multiscale layout, 20" radius and 24 X-Jumbo stainless-steel frets, providing a fast and precise playing platform across all eight strings.

A pair of Fishman Fluence Modern active humbuckers delivers powerful, articulate high-gain tones with multiple voicing options, while a Hipshot hardtail bridge, string-through construction and Schecter locking tuners provide a dependable foundation for lower tunings.

This pre-owned example is presented in Very Good Condition, weighs 8.84 lbs, and is sold without a case or gigbag.

At A Glance

Detail	Specification
Brand	Schecter
Model	C-8 MS SLS Elite Evil Twin
Model Number	1368
Finish	Satin Black / SBK
Strings	8
Body	Swamp Ash
Construction	Neck-Thru with Ultra Access
Neck	7-Ply Maple / Walnut / Padauk
Reinforcement	Carbon-Fibre Rods
Fingerboard	Ebony
Scale	25.5"–27" Multiscale
Radius	20"
Frets	24 X-Jumbo Stainless Steel
Pickups	Fishman Fluence Modern Humbuckers
Bridge	Hipshot Hardtail
Tuners	Schecter Locking
Weight	8.84 lbs
Condition	Very Good
Included	Guitar Only – No Case

Condition Overview

Very Good Condition

This Schecter C-8 MS SLS Elite Evil Twin is presented in Very Good Condition.

Under the Fair Deal Music grading system, Very Good Condition means the guitar shows some cosmetic signs of previous use consistent with careful ownership while remaining fully functional.

The Satin Black finish can naturally show light handling marks more readily than some gloss finishes, particularly under direct lighting.

What's Included?

✔ Schecter C-8 MS SLS Elite Evil Twin

✘ No Case Included
✘ No Gigbag Included

No additional accessories are included unless pictured or stated.

Condition Notes

• Very Good overall condition
• Satin Black finish
• Eight-string multiscale configuration
• Fishman Fluence Modern active pickups
• Neck-through construction
• Stainless-steel frets
• Hipshot hardtail bridge
• Schecter locking tuners
• 8.84 lbs actual measured weight
• No case or gigbag included

Fair Deal Quality Control Assessment

This pre-owned Schecter has been checked for general operation and playability.

Assessment includes:

• Neck Fishman pickup operation
• Bridge Fishman pickup operation
• 3-way selector
• Push/pull control functions
• Volume control
• Tone control
• Output jack
• Battery compartment
• Neck condition
• Ebony fingerboard
• Stainless-steel frets
• Graphite nut
• Schecter locking tuners
• Hipshot bridge
• Individual saddles
• General hardware
• Structural condition
• Overall setup
• General playability

Service / Setup Work

All pre-owned guitars at Fair Deal Music are checked for general setup and playability before leaving the shop.

Key areas assessed include:

• Action
• Neck relief
• Fret condition
• Intonation
• Tuning stability
• Pickup operation
• Electronics
• Battery-powered system
• Bridge adjustment
• Hardware
• General playing feel

Players changing substantially from the existing string gauge or tuning may require additional setup adjustment.

What Makes The Schecter C-8 MS SLS Elite Evil Twin Special?

The C-8 MS SLS Elite Evil Twin is built from the ground up as an extended-range instrument rather than simply adding two strings to a conventional six-string design.

Its combination of a 25.5"–27" multiscale, ultra-thin neck, stainless-steel frets, active Fishman electronics and fixed Hipshot bridge is specifically aimed at maintaining clarity and control across the expanded register of an eight-string guitar.

The understated Satin Black finish, black hardware and Roman numeral fingerboard inlays give the Evil Twin its distinctive appearance without compromising its performance-focused specification.

Swamp Ash Body

The body uses swamp ash.

This provides a strong combination of:

• Clear attack
• Tight low frequencies
• Defined upper mids
• Strong note separation
• Good response under high gain

These characteristics are particularly valuable on an eight-string instrument, where low-register clarity is essential.

Neck-Through Construction

The guitar uses neck-through construction with Schecter's Ultra Access shaping.

Rather than terminating at a conventional bolt-on or set-neck joint, the neck structure extends through the body.

Benefits include:

• Smooth upper-fret access
• Strong structural connection
• Excellent sustain
• Comfortable high-register playing

7-Ply Maple / Walnut / Padauk Neck

The neck is constructed from multiple laminates of:

• Maple
• Walnut
• Padauk

The laminated structure increases rigidity, while carbon-fibre reinforcement rods provide additional resistance to movement.

This is particularly useful on an extended-range guitar with eight strings and varying scale lengths.

Ultra Thin C Profile

Schecter uses its Ultra Thin C neck profile.

Factory dimensions are approximately:

• 19mm at the 1st fret
• 20mm at the 12th fret

This creates a slim, performance-focused feel despite the wider dimensions required for eight strings.

Ebony Fingerboard

The ebony fingerboard provides a smooth, dense playing surface with a quick and precise response.

It is paired with:

• 20" radius
• 24 frets
• Roman numeral inlays
• Luminlay-style side markers

Roman Numeral Inlays

The distinctive pearloid Roman numeral inlays contribute heavily to the Evil Twin aesthetic.

They provide an immediately recognisable appearance against the dark ebony fingerboard.

Luminlay Side Markers

Glow-in-the-dark side markers provide improved fretboard visibility in darker stage environments.

This is particularly useful when navigating an eight-string multiscale neck under live lighting.

20" Fingerboard Radius

The 20" radius is extremely flat compared with traditional electric guitar designs.

It is particularly well suited to:

• Low-action setups
• Fast alternate picking
• Tapping
• Sweeping
• Wide stretches
• Technical lead playing
• Complex extended-range chord shapes

24 X-Jumbo Stainless-Steel Frets

The guitar uses 24 X-Jumbo stainless-steel frets.

Stainless steel offers excellent wear resistance and a smooth feel when bending.

The full 24-fret layout provides two octaves per string.

25.5"–27" Multiscale

One of the most important features of the C-8 MS is its 25.5"–27" multiscale design.

Rather than every string sharing the same scale length, the bass strings progressively move towards the longer 27" scale while the treble side remains closer to 25.5".

This provides:

• Greater low-string tension
• Tighter response in lower tunings
• Improved low-note definition
• Familiar treble-string feel
• More balanced tension across eight strings

Why Multiscale Matters On An Eight-String

An eight-string guitar presents a challenge because the lowest strings benefit from additional scale length while the highest strings can become unnecessarily stiff on a uniformly long scale.

The fan-fret arrangement addresses this by giving different strings different effective scale lengths.

This allows the guitar to maintain:

• Tight low-register response
• Comfortable bends
• Clear chords
• Accurate intonation
• Better balance across the full range

54mm Graphite Nut

The guitar uses a 54mm graphite nut.

The wider nut accommodates the eight-string layout, while graphite provides a low-friction string contact point.

Fishman Fluence Modern Pickups

The C-8 MS SLS Elite Evil Twin uses a pair of Fishman Fluence Modern active humbuckers.

These pickups use Fishman's Fluence Core technology rather than conventional wire-wound pickup construction.

They are designed for:

• High output
• Tight low frequencies
• Low noise
• Strong articulation
• Multiple tonal voices
• High-gain clarity

Fishman Fluence Modern Neck Pickup

The neck pickup uses an Alnico magnet.

It provides:

• Full lead tones
• Smooth sustain
• Clear cleans
• Defined extended chords
• Fluid legato response

Fishman Fluence Modern Bridge Pickup

The bridge pickup uses a ceramic magnet.

It is particularly effective for:

• Tight palm-muted riffs
• Modern metal
• Progressive metal
• Low tunings
• Technical rhythm playing
• Saturated high-gain tones

Multi-Voice Electronics

The Fishman Fluence system provides multiple tonal voicings accessed through the guitar's push/pull volume and tone controls.

This expands the guitar beyond a single active high-output sound and allows alternative pickup responses for different playing situations.

The controls consist of:

• Push/Pull Volume
• Push/Pull Tone
• 3-Way Pickup Selector

Hipshot Hardtail Bridge

The guitar uses a Hipshot .125 hardtail bridge with string-through-body construction.

This provides:

• Precise intonation adjustment
• Individual saddle adjustment
• Stable tuning
• Solid palm-muting platform
• Straightforward alternate tuning
• No tremolo balancing

A fixed bridge is particularly practical on an eight-string where lower tunings and heavier string gauges are common.

String-Through Construction

The strings pass through the body before crossing the Hipshot bridge.

This creates a secure anchoring system while retaining a clean, minimal hardware layout.

Schecter Locking Tuners

Schecter locking machine heads are fitted as standard.

They help provide:

• Faster string changes
• Reduced excess string winding
• Secure string anchoring
• Consistent tuning

Factory String Specification

The original factory string set is an Ernie Ball 8-String Skinny Top Heavy Bottom set, approximately:

.009 / .012 / .016 / .026 / .036 / .046 / .064 / .080

Different tuning preferences may call for alternative gauges.

Weight

8.84 lbs

This is the actual measured weight of this individual guitar rather than a generic catalogue figure.

Considering its eight-string hardware, extended scale and neck-through construction, it remains a manageable weight for an extended-range instrument.

Who Is It For?

Modern metal players – Active Fishman pickups and multiscale construction provide excellent low-register clarity.

Progressive guitarists – Eight strings and 24 frets provide an enormous usable range.

Djent players – Tight bass response and fixed bridge suit percussive low-string techniques particularly well.

Technical guitarists – Stainless-steel frets, flat radius and Ultra Thin C neck are designed around speed and accuracy.

Down-tuned players – The 27" bass-side scale maintains useful tension at lower pitches.

Studio guitarists – Multi-voice Fishman electronics provide more tonal flexibility than a conventional one-voice active system.

Suitable Genres & Applications

Particularly well suited to:

• Modern metal
• Progressive metal
• Djent
• Metalcore
• Technical metal
• Progressive rock
• Alternative metal
• Instrumental guitar
• Heavy rock
• Extended-range clean playing
• Studio recording
• Live performance
• High-gain rhythm
• Technical lead guitar

Technical Specifications

Specification	Details
Product Type	8-String Multiscale Electric Guitar
Brand	Schecter
Model	C-8 MS SLS Elite Evil Twin
Model Number	1368
Finish	Satin Black / SBK
Body Shape	C-Style Double Cutaway
Body Material	Swamp Ash
Top Contour	Arched
Binding	Ivory 1-Ply
Construction	Neck-Thru with Ultra Access
Neck Material	7-Ply Maple / Walnut / Padauk
Neck Reinforcement	Carbon-Fibre Rods
Neck Profile	Ultra Thin C
1st Fret Thickness	Approx. 19mm
12th Fret Thickness	Approx. 20mm
Fingerboard	Ebony
Fingerboard Radius	20" / 508mm
Scale Length	25.5"–27" Multiscale
Frets	24
Fret Type	X-Jumbo Stainless Steel
Inlays	Pearloid Roman Numerals
Side Markers	Luminlay-Style Glow Markers
Nut	Graphite
Nut Width	54mm
Pickup Configuration	HH
Neck Pickup	Fishman Fluence Modern Alnico
Bridge Pickup	Fishman Fluence Modern Ceramic
Electronics	Active / Multi-Voice
Controls	Push/Pull Volume, Push/Pull Tone
Switching	3-Way Lever
Bridge	Hipshot Hardtail .125
Stringing	String-Through Body
Tuning Machines	Schecter Locking
Hardware Finish	Black
Battery Compartment	9V Clip-In
Weight	8.84 lbs
Included	No Case or Gigbag
Condition	Pre-Owned, Very Good

Multiscale Setup Note

The C-8 MS uses a specialised multiscale layout and eight-string setup.

If substantially changing:

• Tuning
• String gauge
• Action
• Pickup height

the guitar may benefit from corresponding adjustment to neck relief and intonation.

This is normal for an extended-range instrument.

Case Note

No case or gigbag is included.

Schecter's compatible hardcase for this body style is sold separately.

Suitable protection is recommended if the guitar will be transported regularly.

Power Requirements

The Fishman Fluence Modern pickups are active and require a 9V battery.

The guitar features a dedicated clip-in battery compartment.

No external power supply is required.

Fair Deal Music Verdict

The Schecter C-8 MS SLS Elite Evil Twin in Satin Black is an exceptionally capable extended-range guitar designed for players who need both a huge register and precise control over the lowest strings.

Its 25.5"–27" multiscale, neck-through construction, reinforced multi-ply neck, ebony fingerboard and stainless-steel frets provide a highly refined playing platform, while the Fishman Fluence Modern pickups deliver the articulation required for heavy gain without reducing the guitar to a single aggressive voice.

The Hipshot fixed bridge and Schecter locking tuners also make it particularly practical for players experimenting with lower tunings.

At 8.84 lbs, this individual guitar retains a reassuringly solid feel without being excessively heavy for an eight-string.

Presented in Very Good Condition and sold without a case or gigbag, this is a serious modern instrument for progressive, technical and heavy guitar work.

Why Buy Pre-Owned From Fair Deal Music?

Every pre-owned guitar at Fair Deal Music is individually assessed so its actual condition, measured weight and included accessories are represented clearly.

On this Schecter, the Very Good condition grade, 8.84 lbs measured weight and absence of a case or gigbag are all clearly stated.

Why Buy From Fair Deal Music?

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Frequently Asked Questions

What condition is this Schecter C-8 in?

It is presented in Very Good Condition, showing some cosmetic evidence of careful previous use while remaining fully functional.

What does SBK mean?

SBK is Schecter's abbreviation for Satin Black.

How many strings does it have?

It is an eight-string electric guitar.

Is it multiscale?

Yes. It uses a 25.5"–27" multiscale layout.

Why are the frets angled?

The angled or fanned frets allow the treble strings to use a shorter scale while the bass strings use a longer scale, improving tension balance across the instrument.

What is the body made from?

It has a swamp ash body.

Is it neck-through?

Yes. It uses neck-through construction with Ultra Access.

What is the neck made from?

The neck uses a 7-ply maple, walnut and padauk construction with carbon-fibre reinforcement rods.

What neck profile does it have?

It uses Schecter's Ultra Thin C profile.

What fingerboard does it have?

It has an ebony fingerboard.

What is the fingerboard radius?

It uses a very flat 20" radius.

How many frets does it have?

It has 24 X-Jumbo stainless-steel frets.

What pickups are fitted?

It uses two Fishman Fluence Modern humbuckers.

Which magnet is used in the neck pickup?

The neck Fluence Modern uses an Alnico magnet.

Which magnet is used in the bridge pickup?

The bridge Fluence Modern uses a ceramic magnet.

Are the pickups active?

Yes.

Do the pickups offer more than one sound?

Yes. The Fluence system provides multiple voicings accessed through the guitar's push/pull controls.

Does it require a battery?

Yes. The active electronics require a 9V battery.

Does it need an external power supply?

No.

What bridge does it have?

It uses a Hipshot .125 hardtail bridge with string-through-body construction.

Does it have locking tuners?

Yes. It has Schecter locking tuners.

Is it suitable for down-tuning?

Yes. The longer 27" bass-side scale is particularly helpful for maintaining definition and tension at lower pitches.

Is it suitable for djent and progressive metal?

Yes. The multiscale layout, extended range, active pickups and fixed bridge make it particularly well suited to these styles.

How much does it weigh?

This individual guitar weighs 8.84 lbs.

Does it come with a case?

No. No case or gigbag is included.

Can I request a video demo?

Yes. Our Request a Video Demo service is ideal if you would like to see the Satin Black finish and individual condition or hear the different Fishman Fluence voicings before purchasing.

Can I part-exchange another guitar against it?

Yes. Fair Deal Music considers trade-ins and part exchanges across a wide range of guitars and other musical equipment.