Charvel LTD SC 1 Henrik Danhage Relic
Main features of the Charvel guitar
- Henrik Danhage (Evergrey) Signature Model
- Pro-Mod Series
- Body: Ash
- Neck: Relic’d maple
- Neck attachment: Bolt-on
- Fretboard: Relic’d maple
- Fretboard inlays: Black dots
- Scale: 648 mm (25.51″)
- Compound fretboard radius: 305 – 406 mm (12″ – 16″)
- Nut width: 42.86 mm (1.68″)
- Frets: 22 Jumbo
- Pickups: 1 Semour Duncan JB TB-4 humbucker (bridge) & 1 DiMarzio Area 67 DP419CR humbucker in single coil format (neck)
- Pickup cover Zebra (Black/White)
- 1 Volume control with push/push function
- 3-Ply white pickguard
- Tremolo: Top-mount Floyd Rose 1000 double-locking
- Hardware: Relic’d chrome
- Machine heads: Charvel-brand die-cast
- Factory stringing: Nickel plated steel, .009 – .042
- Finish: Relic
- Colour: White Relic
- Incl. Charvel Multi-Fit hardshell gig bag
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Customer Review Summary
The Charvel LTD SC 1 Henrik Danhage Relic is a visually striking guitar that draws attention with its relic finish and comfortable neck profile. Many users appreciate the overall aesthetic and the smooth playability of the neck, which is often highlighted as one of its best features. The pickups, particularly the Area 67 in the neck position, deliver a satisfying sound quality that exceeds expectations, with a powerful humbucker and a single-coil that offers a bluesy tone without annoying hum.
However, the guitar has faced significant criticism regarding quality control. Numerous users reported issues such as high string action, sharp fret edges, and a general lack of readiness out of the box. Many found themselves needing to make extensive adjustments, which is unexpected for a guitar in this price range. Despite these challenges, some experienced players managed to set up the guitar to their liking and found it to perform exceptionally well once properly adjusted.
While the Floyd Rose tremolo system is praised for its stability and performance, some users encountered minor electrical issues, such as grounding problems. Additionally, the fretwork has been described as subpar, with flat crowns reminiscent of older models, which detracted from the overall playing experience for some.
In summary, the Charvel LTD SC 1 Henrik Danhage Relic offers fantastic sound and playability, but potential buyers should be prepared for the possibility of needing to invest time and effort into setup and adjustments to fully enjoy this instrument. For those willing to put in the work, it can be a rewarding addition to their collection, especially for fans of heavier music.
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