Schecter DAMIEN-7 Satin Black 7-string Electric Guitar

Schecter Damien-7 SBK — Extended-Range 7-String Built for Metal

The Schecter Damien-7 SBK is a 7-string solidbody electric guitar built for metal and hard rock players who need extended-range power without paying boutique prices. This model pairs a mahogany body with a satin black finish, a Thin "C" maple neck, and a pair of Schecter Diamond Heretic humbuckers designed for high-gain tones. A 26.5" (673 mm) scale length keeps the low B string tight and articulate, even when dropped to F# or lower tunings. The bolt-on construction and arched top contour give the instrument a familiar Superstrat feel that experienced players will recognize immediately.

Standout Features in the 7-String Category

What separates this guitar from other entry-level 7-strings is the combination of the Schecter Custom Hardtail with String Thru Body bridge and the Graph Tech XL Black Tusq nut. The string-thru design increases sustain and improves tuning stability under aggressive playing, while the self-lubricating Tusq nut keeps each string seated properly through heavy dropped tunings. The 24 X-Jumbo frets and 16" (406 mm) fingerboard radius give lead players a wide, flat surface for bending and tapping across all seven strings.

Body and Construction — Built for the Stage

The body and neck construction is engineered for stage-ready durability and tonal balance, with materials chosen to deliver warmth, sustain, and a comfortable playing feel during long sets.

• Body Material: Mahogany — provides a warm, balanced tonal foundation with strong midrange character that cuts through a dense mix
• Body Finish: Satin Black — reduces glare under stage lights and feels smooth against the forearm during long performances
• Top Contour: Arched Top — adds visual depth and improves player comfort where the forearm rests against the body
• Construction: Bolt-on neck — delivers snappy attack and bright top-end response favored in modern metal playing
• Binding: Black 1-ply — protects the body edge and matches the all-black aesthetic

Neck and Fingerboard — Fast Access Across All Seven Strings

The neck and fingerboard are designed for fluid playing across the entire 7-string range, with a profile and dimensions that help players transition from 6-string without feeling cramped.

• Neck Material: Maple — adds tightness and clarity to the overall tone
• Neck Shape: Thin "C" — sits comfortably in the hand for both rhythm chording and lead runs
• Fretboard Material: Rosewood — delivers warm, woody undertones and a smooth playing surface under the fingers
• Fretboard Radius: 406 mm (16") — a flat, modern radius ideal for low-action bending and tapping
• Number of Frets: 24 X-Jumbo — extends the playable range high up the neck for soloing
• Nut Width: 48 mm (1.889") — wide enough to accommodate seven strings without crowding
• Nut Material: Graph Tech XL Black Tusq — self-lubricating for improved tuning stability under heavy playing

Electronics and Hardware — High-Output Pickups and Hardtail Stability

The electronics and hardware package is built around high-output humbuckers and a rock-solid hardtail bridge, giving players the tools needed for tight rhythm work and searing leads.

• Pickup Configuration: HH (Schecter Diamond Heretic) — high-output ceramic humbuckers voiced for tight lows and screaming highs
• Controls: Volume / Tone (Push-Pull) / 3-Way Switch — the push-pull coil split expands tonal options beyond standard humbucker settings
• Bridge: Schecter Custom Hardtail with String Thru Body — maximizes sustain and delivers rock-solid tuning under heavy playing
• Tuners: Schecter — keep each string locked in place through aggressive performance
• Scale Length: 673 mm (26.5") — provides the string tension needed for tight low-B response in dropped tunings

Who Is It For — Metal, Hard Rock, and Progressive Players

This 7-string is the right choice for metal, hard rock, and progressive players who want a workhorse instrument without crossing into boutique price territory. Guitarists transitioning from 6-string to extended-range playing will appreciate the Thin "C" neck profile and the wide 48 mm nut, both of which make the extra low string feel natural rather than cramped. Players running low tunings — from dropped B down to F# standard — will benefit from the 673 mm scale length, which keeps the low strings defined and clear. The satin black finish, blacked-out hardware, and bat fingerboard inlays give the instrument a stage-ready look that fits naturally into any metal rig.

Brand and Product Story — The Damien Lineup

Schecter Guitar Research has built its reputation by delivering pro-level specs — Heretic pickups, Graph Tech nuts, and string-thru bridges — at price points accessible to working musicians. The Damien-7 SBK continues that tradition, packing features typically found on instruments costing significantly more into a guitar aimed at players who gig regularly and need gear that holds up night after night.