Schecter E1 vs Gibson Explorer

[@ShaelynneDFuller]

I see a lot of people making the mistake of being brand loyal biased. I have no dog in this fight so i would judge these based on playability, price, and aesthetics. Based on the info I would definitely choose the Schecter over the Gibson.

[@RNAMusic]

Thanks for the feedback and taking time to watch!

[@QualityQontent]

Yes i agree schecter is definately less expesnive with cheaper parts

[@jburdsinfuse]

Great video! The tones are so similar that you don’t NEED to spend the extra money. My concern with Schecter and most of the Asian made guitars is that trade and resale values are so poor. If you buy used or aren’t interested in trades, go for it. That Explorer will always get $700-$800+ though.

[@siggiarabi]

i'd say im brand loyal to some designs. for example, i really like the jackson v's and chapman and esp explorer

[@acefrehley681]

Schecter is better

[@DiMo28]

The Gibson sounds awesome. I'm a huge fan of Schecter though. Such great value for what you get with a Schecter guitar.

[@RNAMusic]

thanks for watching Dimo!

[@Xaltar_]

Schecter hands down. Better specs, better inlays and overall a nicer looking guitar. I do prefer the Gibson pickups but that is an easy fix on the Schecter and is down to taste, not everyone will prefer the Gibby pups. Brand loyalty has no place in todays market, not with so much information, reviews and buyer feedback available on the net. Gibson still does a lot well but value for money is not there anymore, especially where it comes to QC. I wish people would stop basing purchasing decisions on "resale value". That value is determined by us and if everyone stopped buying overpriced crap the prices would be forced down. Sure, vintage instruments have an intrinsic value that goes beyond tone, build quality and playability, but beyond that, newer guitars should ALL depreciate in value regardless of brand unless it is a rare, collectible instrument.

[@fatalbroadcast]

Tone is an easy fix on the amp,...but I thought the Gibson sounded more mid-rangy,....also most Gibson Explorers have a fat neck,...the guy below is talking about re-sale value,.....if that's the case,..no one will ever buy the best sounding guitars.

[@patrickshannon4516]

The pick ups on the schecter are way better than Gibson more of a raw metal tone. I guess if you're into a more pop sound of music you would love the Gibson pick ups better.

[@judemartinez2271]

Great video. I was looking through google pics to see if anyone posted a pic of the Schecter E1 without the pickguard and found your video. Didn't notice the clear pickguard til you mentioned it but I'm gonna get me an E1 and it does look better to me without pick guard. Watching your comparison video just sealed the deal for me. Thank you.

[@foxtrot889]

I own both. I prefer the schecter. The gibson is too muffled and warm sounding. The schecter has 24 frets, a longer scale, and coil splits. I love my gibson, but I love the schecter more.

[@RNAMusic]

Thanks for sharing your experience!

[@oleauby3852]

@simo he probably has another schecter explorer that has 24 frets and 25,5 inch scale length

[@jeffjones8773]

The new Schecter Elite has 24 stainless jumbo frets, 25.5" scale length and Modern Fluence pickups for around $1259 while nothing has changed on the Gibson and those are ridiculously priced these days. I've owned 4 Explorers over the past 20yrs and if I'm buying another it'll be the Schecter Elite, real no brainer for the amount of features for the price - only downside is the resale value but these days with the Gibson's being so pricey they aren't holding value as well as they used to. Great video, Cheers!

[@miguellopez106]

Hi! I found both great, but Gibby has a chunkier response due to the lacquer finish, on the other hand the schecter has a more compressed resonance pronounced high end and controlled bottom end due to the polyurethane finish. The same for the Nashville/alloy bridge thin and lightweight hardware producing open and losen attack. The schecter has metric posts heavier tonepros hardware zinc tailpiece producing brighter and fuller string vibration but compressed by polyurethane paint. Pickups are different. Depending on what you want and the amp you plug either guitar you may need alnico v or ceramic stuff, the same as the DC resistance. One more factor: FRETBOARD. Gibby has warm open rosewood or granadillo. Schecter has xj frets and snappy brighted compressed tight ebony fretboard. Both are fine, but Gibby tends to be a hard rock choice while schecter a METAL option for drop tunes or melting high gain material. I think Gibby is a better instrument because of the the selected mahogany and treated wood, but not 10 times better than the schecter which is mind blowing as well...

[@foxtrot889]

@@miguellopez106 It's worth mentioning that my schecter is the 7 string matte finished model too. So the 26.5" scale helps for a bit of a snappier tone/lighter string gauges. I've since sold my Gibson explorer since I just didn't jive with it's tone. (put the money towards an LP standard, which I like the sound of more.) I've owned about a dozen Gibsons of various models (V, Ex, LP, SG,) and that explorer was the only one I didn't like the sound of. (played great, however.) I'm thinking I just got bad luck and a dead-sounding piece of wood for mine.

[@GP-mk5tj]

I will take a Schecter, more bang for the buck, and I own a Hellraiser hybrid C1. Excellent guitar!!!

[@brandoncohen3606]

I AGREE 110% I HAVE THE CHEAPER C1 PLAT WITH EMGS, MY GOD THE QUALITY IS INSANE!!! plus nothing beats the thin C shaped neck

[@haveguitar]

Definitely worth watching, very thorough comparison and good sounds demos too! Close to buying a Schecter right now! 🤠👍

[@RNAMusic]

+Have Guitar they make great ones!

[@haveguitar]

RNA MUSIC Very good indeed! 😎 bought the E1 and the build and playability it fab for the price!! That custom transparent pick guard you showed is a great idea... a shame to hide that beautiful top.

[@RNAMusic]

It really is!

[@patrickrooney5710]

For me it would have to be the Schecter because Jumbo frets, I love them also it sounds fantastic!

[@RNAMusic]

+Patrick Rooney thanks for watching!

[@kenr.b.891]

The jumbo frets and the 12-16 compound radius neck sold me on the Schecter.

[@blackforestghost1]

I never was a fan of "sunburst color", BUT on this guitar it looks absolutely gorgeous! I love it.. never thought, that I will say this about a sunburst guitar: What a beauty!

[@oco2203]

Those RIFFS MAN!!! Such a GREAT tone too!! Nice comparison video!

[@moparbryan]

honestly as far as sounds go its a little hard to tell any real difference especially with all that gain any difference was probably more the pickups that said I think the scheckter is a nicer guitar per the finish and binding etc. as far as resale or holding value you can usually pick up an explorer for $850 ish don't think the schecter is gonna be less than $600 so they're both gonna hold about the same value. Korean guitars are becoming the new MIJ as far as reputation. just my opinion.

[@RNAMusic]

Thanks for sharing your thoughts Bryan!

[@hairball1]

I have a Schecter hellraiser V1 and a Schecter Omen. On the omen i changed out the machine heads with some locking gotohs, and put a invader in the bridge. I really love the neck on that guitar. And it was a steal at 120.00$ used. I love schecter guitars but i like the sound of those gibson pickups. I have a set 496 and 500t in my gibson sg, and love em. You also have to give gibson respect for the fact that they came up with the body design that was way ahead of its time. And has been copied by everybody. To bad the headstock angle sucks.

[@mikemagnum7987]

You brought us a good unbiased review of both guitars and I have to say that my taste runs towards the Schecter E1 Custom for a couple of reasons. First, killer over-all looks and South Korean quality is as good as anything Gibson is doing these days. Price vs quality, again Schecter gets my vote here. To my ear with the limited audio that we have over you tube and computers, I liked the sound of both guitars so I don't think the Scecter gave up anything to the Gibson, but more clean playing might have helped with that determination. Overall, I'll spend my money on the Schecter E1 Custom and not look back! Thanks for a great review.

[@RNAMusic]

+Mike Magnum thanks for watching and leaving some great feedback! Much appreciated!

[@alanelias6884]

Well done. I have always been a Gibson fan. I own a 59 and 62 Melody Maker love them. A SG and a Les Paul. Now It may be time for Gibson to wake up and look around. This year I found Schecters WOW. They are half the money or better. The finish and workmen ship are out standing as is the sound and power. As your demo showed there really is no question. With most Schecters you are getting a great looking and sounding guitar plus a lot more money in your pocket!!

[@RNAMusic]

+Alan Elias thanks for watching and sharing your thoughts!

[@robinater]

I Owned a Gibson Explorer 90's version like yours and regret selling it. Loved that guitar and definitely a hotter pick up sound than the Schecter However I do Love that new Schecter look and I would definitely buy one. Nice Review.

[@jamminjay]

I just found out that Schecter made an Explorer style guitar. It looks awesome! Either this one or the purple E-1 FRS with the Floyd Rose would be so sweet to have! Schecter necks on the C-1's feel good, similar to a 60's Les Paul neck, and I would imagine this is probably similar. In the demo it sounded like the Schecter had more treble or bite but they both sound thick, heavy and bad ass!

[@RNAMusic]

thanks for watching and commenting! Killer guitar! We've been Schecter Dealers since 2009 and love them!

[@ericellis2729]

I have an '02 Schecter C1 Classic and a mid 2000-2010 C1 Plus. Love them both. My C1 Classic helped a buddy of mine - a long time and 4 Gibson Les Paul owner - to switch to Schecter Jeff Loomis models.

[@voodoochilezee]

Great video demo, I have watched this more times than I can count. I have a 1983 Gibson Explorer and I had to completely rebuild it. It is HEAVY as hell, but it does sound great, and I just have always loved the Explorer body shape. If i had to buy new, i like the simpler body style of the Gibson, BUT... The Schecters are amazingly well built, bang for the buck is off the charts, I would get the Schecter today!!! The tones from your Double Rec is INSANE dude!!!

[@RNAMusic]

I’m sorry I’m just now seeing this comment! Thank you so much for watching!!!

[@Usuariorandom389]

Me llegó una Schecter E-1 hace poco, me sorprendió el nivel de construcción que tienen! Creo que con un upgrade de pickups podría tener un nivel aún mejor, Schecter tiene instrumentos sencillamente increíbles. Greetings from Argentina, amazing review!

[@FrostGiantElectronics]

Starting to dig this channel, great video! - Eric (Switchblade Jesus, Corpus Christi TX)

[@ajalonzo2705]

Only thing I'd change on the gibson is the location of the pickup switch

[@williamrandalblevins2822]

I own a 2012 Schecter Solo 6 Standard Gold Top and it's by far the best guitar I've ever touched. 25 years experience with vintage Gibson, fender, hofner and gretsch but this Schecter is the greatest! For once, I only own this one guitar cause it'll do it all and then some baby!!!

[@JulioJustiniano]

Schecter is my choice. Chords sounds clearer, quilt is gorgeous, and I dig the block inlays.

[@djentgod]

Schecter nowadays is what Gibson was in guitar world before the 2000’s. Gibson today is tired and broken.

[@taxo]

I like what he said about the neck being beefier on the Schecter, one of the reasons why the old guitars tend to sound that good is that extremely thin necks are overabused nowadays, which doesn't really help tone wise. About the pickups, the Gibson sounds fatter but more muffled, the E-I clearer and more articulate. The clean also sounds more usable. Lead tones are more singing too. I like both, the Gibby sounds more on the old -school sounds side, the Schec more modern maybe? I'd gladly listen to them thru a old marshall tho

[@RNAMusic]

Thank you for leaving your thoughts!

[@anthonyf4439]

Schecter sounds brighter but I like the Gibson better

[@RNAMusic]

Thanks for watching and leaving your thoughts!

[@97warlock]

dude, Im very critical when watching Review videos. .... Your review is one of the best,most useful videos Ive seen. Filler to a minimum,covered important selling points & features & hardware etc & basically side b side, .......well done!

[@RNAMusic]

Thank you very much! I've done plenty that were not so good lol. I appreciate your feedback and taking time to comment!

[@dropdmurphy5689]

Love the Schecter E1 natural Koa top.. Such a beautiful looking guitar

[@ferox965]

I tend to lean Gibson, but that Schecter is gorgeous.

[@RNAMusic]

It's a looker!

[@TxpNoveske]

Im sure the Schecter plays better but the sound of the Explorer has that vintage heavy sound.

[@GuitarDudeJoel]

Schecter sounds waaaaay better!!

[@RNAMusic]

+GuitarDudeJoel thanks for commenting!

[@danielcampuzano8927]

A. Wagner really? I heard a subtle difference tbh.

[@danielcampuzano8927]

A. Wagner perhaps but the fact that there still is a difference in sound without any alterations in amp or pedal setting makes me appreciate the Schecter a bit more since it's not just another explorer shape guitar.

[@benwillard2998]

@@a.wagner6225 Well there you go! Schecter wins if they sound the same because you can get the Shecter used in excellent condition for $500 or less.

[@MrUltraworld]

Schecter (like it's parent ESP/LTD) makes a great $1,000 guitar. They have great hardware/ electronics. They play pretty good right out of the box. I'll bet that E1 plays just as good as that Explorer.

[@RNAMusic]

+Fred Garvin its great!

[@mrk4510]

I like your clear pick gaurd. That's a great idea

[@mboyer68]

I bought a Gretsch and just didn't like the pickups so i traded it for an Epiphone Explorer, one of the years that came with a Gibson truss rod cover. When i got it i thought the PO was an idiot for putting that on, but then found out it came like that. Every screw is stripped, the truss rod will lift up trying to pull out the Allen wrench, the solder joints look like they were done by a crackhead after a 7 day bender, but the frets are nice, it's got a beautiful ebony neck, and the body looks pretty good. Even looking like a dozen 15 year old boys have owned this guitar, this thing is, i hate to say it, my best playing guitar. The action is stupid low with minimum fret buzz, and i hate fret buzz, and the shape of the neck is so good and a bit beefy. But this thing sounds freaking awesome! So good that I'm refusing to fix the crappy solder joints for fear i might change something. I love this shape, the neck ends up sitting a bit closer, or further down. I own an older Schecter Omen and a last year's Schecter Banshee that i absolutely love...only after ripping out the extra stupid sustainiac pickup system and replacing with a killer custom Kansas made Odezza pickup pots wires switches and caps. I left the cystaniac system complete in case anyone wanted to buy it. And I'm looking for a new guitar so your video is absolutely perfect. I love the bound headstock of the schechter, and the square inlays, but the Gibson should hold its value and maybe eventually increase in value. But, sectors are just so nice to play. I firmly believe that Schechter guitars are by far the best value, fit and finish and sound and playability of any guitar available today. But I sure do love a Gibson! If you could only have one, which one would it be? Oh crap, this video is 6 years old. Damn....

[@nathanrixmann3016]

The riff after you mentioned the schecter pickup names sounded just like the entire soundtrack to California speed on the Nintendo 64, beautiful

[@RNAMusic]

Thanks! I'll have to go try and find that!

[@AbdillahDidi]

EET FUK better

[@Shred_The_Weapon]

Definite food for thought, even though I’ve never purchased a Schecter model. In any case, I would need to be confident that it wouldn’t just take up space in my home like my Epiphone Explorer ultimately ended up doing - so I ended up letting it go. Doesn’t hurt that some have mentioned 24 jumbo frets on the Schecter version.

[@iwannarockon2010]

Schecter sounded warmer and just as clean, with moderate ouput. 😀 Plus it looks killer 🎸

[@RNAMusic]

+Jerry Vanderecken thanks for the feedback!

[@imampatrick]

Very great comparison. Thanks a lot, just what I needed

[@RNAMusic]

Thanks for watching!

[@TheDistortionPrinciple]

I have a Gibson. I want the epi, schecter and ibanez versions for the ultimate shootout lol

[@mattdummitt9500]

Love the Schecter more

[@RNAMusic]

Thanks for watching!

[@Doctor-Shoebill]

Good video. A perfect example of why you should always play a guitar, regardless of brand, before you buy.

[@mrscary3105]

Schecter seems to have better cut. Just seems like you would be less likely to loose it in the mix. For covered pickups that says a lot.

[@pedraw]

I had a Gibson Explorer from the faded series. It had serious fret sprout. I traded it in. The Schecter E-1 looks damn nice for about 3 to 400 bucks less. They sound very similar tone-wise.

[@wiseguy9202]

I swear that Gibson has the BEST sounding pickups IMO. Hands down no competition!

[@ettorecolicchio8437]

Great review! I like the format of some talking with A/B sound comparisons mixed in! The Schecter looks amazing but I prefer the “smoother/creamier” sound of the Gibson.

[@RNAMusic]

+Ettore Colicchio thank you for watching, and the kind words!

[@BrettKingman]

That was a fun, educational and thorough comparison, Ryan. Thanks! I've subbed. More power to you, Sir.

[@RNAMusic]

+Brett Kingman wow!!! Thank you Brett! I enjoy your videos tremendously!

[@jphel2713]

I know I’m late to the game, but my opinion. First, I love the comparison. I’m also a Gibson enthusiast and respect the unbiased comparison. The E-1 seems to sound brighter and clearer in this video. Definitely worth consideration for great sounding guitars on a budget.

[@189harvesterofsorrow]

I love the Schecter! I've never owned one, but all the ones I have played were phenomenal.

[@RNAMusic]

Thanks for watching!

[@PsychoMantis308]

E1 Custom through a Dual Rec... Priceless

[@dropdmurphy5689]

There is MINIMAL sound difference if any. Both are quality made solid body guitars made with quality hardware, electronics and wood. If the difference was that one had active vs. non-active pick-ups, I could understand why you would say one sounds considerably different than the other. People who use the term "tone wood" when referring to the sound of an electric guitar are numb. The term "Tone wood" IMO are best used in acoustic or hollow body guitars. Your true sound comes from the equipment you use. Electronics is what makes the sound. If you want to unplug it and play these guitars, maybe then would could you say you hear a difference.

[@guardianofgames7452]

Well, even if you make up for/ cover up the base sound of a guitar using EQ or whatever, I say the woods definitely change the BASIC foundation of the sound of a guitar that is best heard when clean.

[@jamesmoody6494]

Loved the vid. RNA music! Keep it going. Full disclosure, I'm a Gibson fan, I have several Les Pauls. I prefer American made. But they do have issues and of all the guitars I've had over the years.. I've played guitars that feel better and are just as good. If I was in the market for either of these guitars.. I am actually going to have to say I would go with the Schecter! I like.

[@Nathandabest08]

I have an ESP MX 250 so I'm good

[@RNAMusic]

ESP/LTD make great guitars too!

[@Nathandabest08]

ESP makes the best explorers you'll find. But they'll cost you like 3 -5 grand

[@staple_gun7889]

Nathandabest08 lucky 😩

[@shawntyson4339]

Nathandabest08 You mean ltd?big difference!

[@Nathandabest08]

It's an ESP MX 250 kinda like the one James from Metallica used. Gibson sued esp for making that style explorer tho so now you can only get them from Japan and they cost 3-5k

[@BoyAditya]

Love them all! Love explorer shape! Gibson, Schecter, Chapman.. even with esp and Jacksons Kelly!

[@dass1340]

Excelent video! I prefer the Explorer shape, I used to own a 70's Gibson Explorer and I have played a Shector for years.

[@rapaladude]

After listening with my eyes shut and then open, I find I like them both for different reasons. I could see how they can have different applications.

[@RNAMusic]

+Rapaladude thanks for watching and sharing your perceptions!

[@darthvaydr]

I pick the Gibson Explorer....because I have one...and it’s a freaking rock machine beast!

[@RNAMusic]

I like mine! It's one I will never part with. Lots of sentimental value for me.

[@woodyh4650]

Schecter quality (in my experience) is amazing. I currently have the Diamond P Plus that they started making in 2014. Great quality in their respective price ranges.

[@RNAMusic]

+Woody H thanks for the comment!

[@shawnlawson2052]

Schecter gets slept on by brand snobs and elitists. Their loss. Schecter has the best necks and their aesthetics are fantastic. I own the Evil Twin E1 and I was fortunate that mine came with Fishman Fluence. But even in this sound test with the generic pups, I thought the Schecter sounded clearer while still maintaining the high gain. Schecters are ready to play out of the box aside from tuning up and adjusting the action to where you like it. But as it comes out, is totally playable if you don't want to mess with any of that stuff. Schecter is fantastic and that's why I have 4 of them in my collection. Great test.

[@cletusmax77]

I really like the look and design of the Schecter. Having said that, the people who say the Schecter sounds brighter, better, etc... I don't think you know too much about tone. Of course, tone can be subjective to a players ear but, I challenge you to play a Gibson. What may translate to "muddiness" watching from the outside translates to extra punch and bite when you actually hold it in your hands. I don't say this because I'm biting on the brand name or whatever. Gibson just uses superior wood. Period. At the end of the day go with what you prefer but, that's my 2 cents.

[@raymondbarreras8153]

Great comparison. Love em both, apples and oranges

[@JB54379]

Schecter is great but IMO the Gibson in this video sounds so much better.

[@bratskiy.ostrog]

Good afternoon friends! What can I tell you about this battle of two rock titans!? Gibsona has a more bass sound, but there is dirt and, oddly enough, Gibsone has a longer sustain! Schecter sounds more readable and brighter and looks more premium! I ordered SCHECTER E 1 VS !!!! Good health to all.....

[@MrC9Oh3]

Schecter for sure, they're so under rated

[@RNAMusic]

+Sean I agree!

[@jessesacchetti2518]

Been on and off wanting the schecter for over a year. Thinking the neck may be a little thick but I think I would love it. Not to mention it looks stunning especially when light hits it

[@RNAMusic]

Thanks for watching and commenting!

[@AlessioC97x]

Hi, sorry for the question (and for the language, I’m not English 😂), but I have to buy a new guitar so I need to know a little more about the Schecter E-1 Custom... I alrealy have a guitar with a bright open sound, high gain, with mid scooped, and strong trable. So, now I need another guitar more mid-focused, a bit more compressed, and strong, but not too muddy. Budget around 1000€/$ I am thinking about Les Paul Studio with pickup 498t and 490r, because I love the 498t sound, but I don’t like much the 490r, and I know Gibson sometimes has problems with the tune of strings... So now I’m listening the Schecter E-1 Custom, similar price, very beautiful shape, the sound is very strong, mid-focused, but not muddy/dark, so it seems perfect! But now I don’t know if it’s better the Les Paul Studio with 498t/490r pickups, or the Schecter E-1 Custom. In this video, the what pickup has the Explorer? Do you think it’s better Les Paul Studio or Schecter E-1 Custom? Thanks!!

[@serenemachine9110]

The tone was hard to judge but the sustain on the Gibson was better so I would go with the Gibson just for that. I'm not stuck on looks but the Schector is very pretty.

[@RNAMusic]

+John Naylor thanks for taking time to comment!

[@jameslewis2635]

The Schecter sounds a little brighter than the Gibson which makes sense if the Schecter has a maple cap with that being a brighter sounding wood than just the mahogany on the Gibson. Of course there will be a far greater variation in the pickups. Personally I would go for the Schecter as the brighter sound would allow it to cut through better than the Gibson and it doesn't hurt that it looks pretty damn cool. The fact that the Schecter is cheaper is just the icing on the cake.

[@RNAMusic]

+James Lewis thanks for watching and leaving your thoughts!!

[@GodKedon]

Schecter got one thing wrong on that guitar, and why I don't have one in my collection of explorers...and it's where they put the pick up switch! Only proper place for it is on the horn below the 20th fret! It's in such a bad spot behind the tone switch, really makes it difficult to switch quickly between pick ups.

[@AnnaAnnaYes]

A lot of Guitar companies are using woods like Bubinga or Bushwood,and dyes that they use now.

[@malamute8257]

It's really personal preference. To me, the feel of the nitro, not having a veneer, harder, denser hardware, and more aesthetically pleasing shape make the Gibby worth the price difference

[@RNAMusic]

malamute hamscone absolutely nothing wrong with personal preference! I will say though, the hardware on the Schecter is probably nicer than on this Gibson. Tone pros bridge and tailpiece is a step up from the stock cast ones on the Gibson. And the locking tuners are great.

[@davidcaro8217]

I love both those guitars. The Shek definitely has more eye candy and value priced for everyone, but I think the Gibson has a little bit more of an "engine" sound wise. On a side note, I believe far East luthiers are really getting good at manufacturing. They've been at it now for a few decades now which is reflected in the higher quality of their product lines.

[@AngelMartinez-qs3cf]

Keep in mind that the Schecter E1 has 22 frets, not 24 frets. Just Thought I'd point that out.

[@RNAMusic]

This E1 Custom is indeed 22 frets and 24 3/4 scale length. A lot of the other E1 models that have come out since this video do have 24 frets and 25.5 scale length.

[@adamlamar]

I REALLY like that E1.

[@RNAMusic]

It's pretty killer for the $$$

[@TtotheG]

I have a schecter hellraiser and it's the most reliable instrument I've ever played. Action is excellent, the neck is slick, and it goes out of tune so infrequently it's spoiled me for every other guitar I own. Schecter has excellent build quality for their price, but I always find myself replacing the pickups. I love the explorer, but I think the schecter wins in this contest.

[@RNAMusic]

Thanks for sharing your thoughts!

[@mxpirate]

Interesting and funny that you pick the one that you own! Your opinion in this matter is pointless...lol!

[@JimmyFloridatube]

I would like to have the Schecter with the Gibson pick-ups. I prefer the tone of the Gibson. Both are Mahogany neck and body, so that is where the tonal excellence comes from.

[@robinlawson701]

Solid video. Nice playing too. To be honest, I preferred the Schecter.

[@calebmelton8254]

Good comparison! But I personally think that a Chapman Ghost Fret/Schecter E1 comparison would be better. Especially considering that they are made in the same factory!

[@brianmckenzie1318]

I like both, but I would choose the Schecter over a current Gibson model. Price and performance and save myself $300 that could go towards pedals, amps, & etc! You have the best of both worlds, a well made '91 and a current E-1 !! Lucky dawg!!!!

[@RNAMusic]

thanks brian!

[@wiseguy9202]

Explorer all the way. The pickups have a brighter punch and I personally love simplicity. Not a bunch of decorative binding, inlays and whatnot. Although that ebony on the Schecter is second to none.

[@arnnavgupta874]

The Gibson has a lot of bass and mids The schecter has more treble (which I like better)

[@rrparker12]

Nice! To my ear, the Schecter pickups sound a little thin and lack that thick bottom end that the Gibson has. But that Schecter is pretty, though! Maybe toss a couple of Bareknuckles in there? IDK. Loved the video!

[@RNAMusic]

Thanks for watching!

[@BlaineLudeman]

the explorer was darker, the schecter was brighter .. the explorer got a little muddy on the low chugs but you can dial that out with the amp. the explorer had more sustain with the lead bends .. i love the 500ts and have them in my flying v but i've noticed that they sound totally different in an explorer than a v. the v's are almost shrill and the explorers sound more beefy which is strange .. more mass maybe?

[@RNAMusic]

Could be!

[@ILLRICARDO]

Schecter all the way, I own 2 schecters and they are amazing quality.

[@Dirge4july]

I can careless what they sound like, that can be changed, what matters is which one plays better. Which one is more comfortable.

[@wathmas]

Great vid, both guitars sound great.To me the Schecter sounds a bit brighter, but only a little ...

[@richcarnese150]

To my ears, although the Gibson's pickups are hotter, the Schecter has better articulation; I could hear what you were doing better on the E1. Whether it is just the pickups, the ebony FB and the maple cap on the E! that would lend to a more articulate tone is very possible. I'll take the Schecter!

[@riskyrecords1403]

In my opinion, when it comes down to mid-high priced guitars, you're not going to find much of a difference in sound, so it comes down to specs and build quality. Personally I really like Schecters take on the explorer body shape.

[@smurfenburg]

It depends on how its tuned an what type style you like.For say les paul and punk/punk go great together

[@TheAricao]

I love Schecter's shape, but the full sound of Gibson's pickups is so amazing, that there's no way in which it could be beaten by E1

[@RNAMusic]

The stock Gibson pups are pretty hot!

[@kawmic7]

Cool Shecter. Clearly inspirered by the Destroyer and ESP.

[@heavenlywithhishands]

You said "rosewood's a situation now" like it was some stupid and trivial ordeal. Interesting choice.

[@MrWilson-WithaPbass]

I like everything about the Schecter better .....But ...... The gibson does sound a tick better ,in my headphones .(Great video Ryan)

[@RNAMusic]

Thanks Steve!

[@jamesthe-doctor8981]

If the E1 standard is in the $650 range, and therefore about half the price of the Gibson Standard, I imagine a Gibson with the same appointments as this Schecter (quilt top, binding, block markets, etc., etc., is up over the $2,000 mark. It's hard to tell for sure without being there, but it seemed to me the pickups in that E1 have richer harmonics. It would make a really killer Metal or Thrash guitar.

[@Tom-gv7hc]

And that is why gibson is in major debt

[@jamesthe-doctor8981]

Thomas Myers yep, they're going in the same direction Harley-Davidson did, back in the '80s. If they get close enough to bankruptcy, watch them do the same thing H-D did, which was get Congress to impose tariffs on imports. $500 MIJ, MIM, & MIC guitars will cost $1,000.

[@alexwoolridge94aw]

As a Gibson explorer owner I'm biased but would play mine over that schecter anyday. I could care less about inlays. Both these guitars in this video sound great though. Not sure where schecter is made but my gibbo was made right here in Merica and you cant go wrong with that

[@RNAMusic]

These schecters are Korean, thanks for watching and leaving your thoughts! I love my explorer as well!

[@DesertScorpionKSA]

They both sound equally good to me. The E1 looks great though.

[@RNAMusic]

Thanks for taking time to watch and leave a comment!

[@fredciprian2759]

excelent! Schecter for me

[@sopwithsnoopy8779]

Clean or distorted, I really couldn't tell the difference, soundwise, between the two guitars. I am surprised the E-1 Custom doesn't come with the Ernie Ball compensated nut that some of the other Schecter Custom's have (the C-1, the Solo II, and the Avenger Customs).

[@RevGary]

Great video well done buddy. Blessings from Angus Young country Glasgow Scotland.

[@RNAMusic]

+ZERUBBABEL Thank you so much! Appreciate the kind words.

[@rockr9109]

I went with the Schecter personally. Only thing I think the Gibson does better is the headstock.

[@danieldelaparra7708]

In absolutely every detail I like the Schecter better, but if I could have one of those guitars, I would pick the Gibson, just because it says "Gibson" in the headstock, just because of that

[@RNAMusic]

Daniel De La Parra I think that is what has been keeping them in business for a long time. I still want a Les Paul for that reason too, though I have accords to better built guitars. Got to find the right one with Gibson. They ARE out there, but you got to try quite a few to find "the one" in my experience. Thanks for the comment.