Schecter Tao-7 John Browne Signature Satin Trans Purple

A Signature Designed for Modern Metal and Tight Playing

The Tao is the signature electric guitar of John Browne, guitarist of the British band Monuments. As a 7-string, it clearly targets modern genres (djent, prog metal, metalcore) where rhythmic precision, tuning stability, and upper neck ergonomics make all the difference. Its design emphasizes fast playability, access to high notes, and a powerful sonic platform, ready for high gain as well as more nuanced sounds.

Who Is It For, and What Styles?

This 7-string is primarily aimed at intermediate to advanced guitarists seeking a high-performance instrument for low tunings (and palm-muting) without sacrificing comfort. It excels in modern metal, progressive, and heavy rock, but remains suitable for lead playing thanks to its 24 frets, slim neck, and very flat radius-ideal for bends and fast playing.

Tone

The Tao combines a ash body (clear attack, firm lows, good definition) with a flamed maple veneer that adds clarity and presence in the upper spectrum. The multi-ply maple/paduak neck promotes stability and precise response, while the ebony fingerboard enhances articulation and attack speed, highly appreciated in tight riffs. On the electronics side, the Schecter USA Colossus 7 and Chaosbreaker 7 humbuckers deliver output and definition suited for modern distortion; the 3-position selector allows instant tone changes, and the push-pull volume expands the palette (more open and snappy sounds, useful for clean tones or textured passages).

Recommended Compatible Accessories

The guitar is shipped with Ernie Ball Regular Slinky 7 2621 (.010-.056) strings: you can stick with this gauge to maintain the original feel and overall balance of the instrument. For transport, a gig bag/case is not included: the SGR-1C case is offered separately as an option.

Technical specifications

Electronics: microphone configuration	HH	Bridge / tailpiece	Fixed
Category	ST	Electronics	Passive
Left handed	No	Electroacoustic	No
Strings	Steel	Color	Purple
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	Luminlay Glow in the Dark
Wood	ash with flamed maple veneer	Tuning machines	Hipshot Grip-Lock
Finish	Satin Trans Purple	Bridge type	Hipshot Fixed Bridge
Shape	ultra-thin "U"	Pickup brand	Schecter
Nut width	48 mm / 1.89"	Pickup type	humbuckers
Nut thickness	19 mm / 0.75"	Pickup models	Schecter USA Colossus 7 / Schecter USA Chaosbreaker 7
Thickness at 12th fret	20 mm / 0.79"	Selector	3 positions
Nut type	Graph Tech XL Black Tusq	Controls	Volume (Push-Pull)
Fingerboard radius	406 mm / 16"	Comes with gig bag/case	optional, SGR-1C sold separately
Fret type	X-Jumbo Stainless Steel	Warranty	1 year
Number of frets	24