Schecter Sunset 7 Extreme Scarlet Burst

A 7-string Designed for Schecter's Modern Standards

With this decidedly modern setup (long scale, optimized upper fret access, stainless steel frets, and USA pickups), Schecter targets guitarists seeking a modern 7-string: stable, precise, and immediately comfortable with saturated tones. The Gray Ghost or Scarlet Burst finishes enhance the "stage instrument" vibe while maintaining a high-end aesthetic thanks to the flamed maple top.

Who Is It For, and What Styles?

This guitar is particularly aimed at intermediate to advanced players looking to step up in comfort and definition, especially in modern metal, prog, djent, hardcore, and all approaches requiring a tight low string (low B, drop tunings). The thin "C" neck profile and large radius facilitate both heavy riffs and fast runs with clean bends in the upper register.

Sound

The nyatoh body combined with the flamed maple top balances warmth and attack: nyatoh provides present mids and a "full" feel, while maple adds clarity and bite to the attack, useful for retaining detail under heavy saturation. The ebony fingerboard enhances precision and response, ideal for tight palm mutes and extended chords typical of 7-string guitars. On the electronics side, the two Schecter USA Sunset Strip and Schecter USA Pasadena humbuckers deliver a powerful and articulate range, with a 5-position switch for quickly shifting from massive rhythm tones to finer textures, without complicating control thanks to the single volume knob.

Recommended Compatible Accessories

To maintain the original feel and tension, prioritize a set of 7-string strings with gauges .009/.011/.016/.026/.036/.046/.062 (like the factory-installed set). A case or gig bag is recommended as an option: be sure to choose a model compatible with a 7-string electric guitar and a 27" / 686 mm scale.

Technical specifications

Electronics: microphone configuration	HH	Bridge / tailpiece	Fixed
Category	ST	Electronics	Passive
Left handed	No	Electroacoustic	No
Strings	Steel	Color	Grey
Nbr of strings	7	Finishing	Satin
Nbrs of frets	24	Hardware	Black

Type	electric guitar	Scale length	686 mm / 27"
Number of strings	7	Inlays	Offset Metal Rings
Wood	nyatoh with flamed maple top	Tuners brand	Schecter
Finish	Gray Ghost or Scarlet Burst	Bridge brand	Schecter
Shape	thin "C"	Bridge type	fixed
Nut width	42 mm / 1.65"	Pickup brand	Schecter
Nut thickness	19 mm / 0.75"	Pickup configuration	H/H
Thickness at 12th fret	20 mm / 0.79"	Pickup models	Schecter USA Sunset Strip / Schecter USA Pasadena
Nut type	Graph Tech XL Black Tusq	Controls	1 volume
Fingerboard radius	406 mm / 16"	Selector	5-position switch
Fret type	X-Jumbo stainless steel	Comes with gig bag/case	optional
Number of frets	24