Epiphone LP or Schecter C-series

[lontonglah]

Hi, i'm currently try to pick up guitar again, I want to play solo and lead guitar basically. Currently looking at these two
http://schecterguitars.com/guitars/c-6-deluxe
http://www.epiphone.com/Products/Les-Paul/Les-Paul-Standard-Plustop-PRO.aspx

Any idea which one would be better? there doesn't seem to be much review on diamond v. the new probucker pickup. Aesthetic wise, I really like the LP sunburst color.

Thx

 

[an2]

standard advice - go to the stores to try them out, keep an open mind. Something besides these two might just fascinate you in the process (I never dreamt of picking up a telecaster.)

from my POV - both would work.

 

[vwkng]

I would probably go with the Epi as its a shorter scale with a lower neck radius.
The Schecter has a longer scale & bigger radius, making chording a little more difficult at the 1-5th frets and also, bending is tighter with a longer scale. The Epi would be easier to bend, assuming you are using the same string gauge for both.
Sound wise, you have to try for yourself; I think both are low end pups.
I would prob look for a used LPJ or SGJ as the quality of parts is better. No point buying new as there are so many used guitars around.

 

[lontonglah]

I would probably go with the Epi as its a shorter scale with a lower neck radius.
The Schecter has a longer scale & bigger radius, making chording a little more difficult at the 1-5th frets and also, bending is tighter with a longer scale. The Epi would be easier to bend, assuming you are using the same string gauge for both.
Sound wise, you have to try for yourself; I think both are low end pups.
I would prob look for a used LPJ or SGJ as the quality of parts is better. No point buying new as there are so many used guitars around.

Why the quality of used lpj or sgj is better?do the older models actually have better quality hardware compared to the more recent models?

 

[zesn]

Judge for yourself whether the quality is really good or not.

 

[subversion]

The Schecter has a longer scale & bigger radius, making chording a little more difficult at the 1-5th frets and also, bending is tighter with a longer scale.

the C6 is sporting a 25.5" scale. this isn't a 'longer' scale per se, it's standard for many models- Fender/ Jackson/ Ibanez/ Washburn. fretting, fingering & picking are more about your way of doing it as oppossed to the instrument impeding your efforts. yes, some instruments are more suitable for your playing style than the rest so you have to try them out & choose

 

[seeyoudownthere]

the C6 is sporting a 25.5" scale. this isn't a 'longer' scale per se, it's standard for many models- Fender/ Jackson/ Ibanez/ Washburn. fretting, fingering & picking are more about your way of doing it as oppossed to the instrument impeding your efforts. yes, some instruments are more suitable for your playing style than the rest so you have to try them out & choose

Absolutely!
String gauge on different scale lengths is a factor as is how the guitar 'hangs' when strapped. I don't feel an LP shape sits as well as a Strat shaped guitar...and then with the latter, there are indeed more variances between brands and where the top horn is positioned since they are usually different.

So go and try both as has been recommended. In all honesty it's down to personal preferences.
Most people here probably also wouldn't be able to tell a 'bad pickup' from a renowned brand (me included) so go with what you feel and what you hear. Specs are one thing, using them is another. Good guitarists can make a horrible guitar sound good by playing it well.