Schecter Reaper-7 Elite Multiscale Lefty Guitar Blood Burst
Description
Schecter Reaper-7 Elite Multiscale Lefty Guitar Blood Burst
The ultra-thin "C" neck profile and ergonomic body contours of this Schecter Reaper-7 Elite Multiscale make extended-range playing feel natural and responsive in hand. Built for left-handed players who demand professional-grade construction and tonal clarity across all seven strings, this instrument delivers tight articulation in the lower registers while maintaining crystalline sustain in the upper frets. The Blood Burst finish is visually striking, but the real character comes from the khaya mahogany body paired with quality hardware that produces a percussive attack and harmonic depth suitable for progressive metal, djent, fusion, and beyond.
Playability & Construction
The neck-thru design with ultra access combined with a wenge neck reinforced with carbon fiber rods creates exceptional stability and responsiveness. The 24 X-Jumbo stainless steel frets on an ebony fretboard with 16-inch radius provide fast, accurate playability, while the Graph Tech XL Black Tusq nut (1.889" width) ensures clean string articulation and reliable tuning.
Tone & Electronics
Dual Schecter San Andreas 7 pickups paired with volume, tone (push-pull), and 3-way switch controls deliver the extended frequency response needed for modern extended-range playing. The Hipshot 7-String Multiscale Fixed Bridge with 25.5" to 27" multiscale geometry optimizes string tension across the entire neck, tightening low frequencies while preserving clarity in higher registers.
Key Features
- Body: Khaya African Mahogany with Quilted Maple Veneer top
- Neck: Wenge with Carbon Fiber Reinforcement Rods; Ultra Thin "C" profile
- Fretboard: Ebony with 24 X-Jumbo Stainless Steel frets; 16" radius
- Scale: 25.5" to 27" Multiscale (7-string)
- Hardware: Hipshot Grip-Lock tuners; Hipshot 7-String Multiscale Fixed Bridge
- Electronics: Schecter San Andreas 7 bridge and neck pickups; Volume/Tone push-pull/3-way switch
- Neck Thickness: .748" (1st fret) to .787" (12th fret)
- Nut: Graph Tech XL Black Tusq; 1.889" width
- Construction: Neck-Thru with Ultra Access; Black & Chrome hardware; Black binding
- Inlays: Pearloid lines with Luminlay Glow in the Dark side dot markers
- Dexterity: Left Handed
- Finish: Blood Burst
This Reaper-7 Elite Multiscale combines meticulous construction with hardware and electronics designed specifically for seven-string performance, making it a serious choice for left-handed players pursuing modern extended-range music.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Left handed |
| Country of Manufacture | Indonesia |
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At a Glance
The Schecter Reaper-7 Elite Multiscale Lefty is a professional-grade seven-string built for left-handed players who need tight, articulate extended-range performance on stage and in the studio. The ultra-thin C-neck profile, neck-thru construction with carbon-fiber reinforcement, and multiscale bridge (25.5" to 27") deliver exceptional stability and tonal clarity across all strings—tight lows, crystalline highs, and percussive attack perfect for progressive metal, djent, and fusion. Blood Burst finish aside, the real draw is the combination of khaya mahogany body, ebony fretboard with 24 X-Jumbo stainless steel frets, and Schecter San Andreas 7 pickups that gig reliably and cut through a dense mix.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Progressive Metal
- ✓ Djent
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Fusion
Not the best pick for
- – Traditional Jazz
- – Acoustic Folk
- – Blues
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What does multiscale mean, and how does it affect the tone?
Multiscale geometry means the bridge is angled so shorter strings (higher pitches) have a different scale length than longer strings (lower pitches)—in this case, 25.5" on the high end and 27" on the low end. This keeps lower frequencies tight and articulate while maintaining clarity and sustain on higher strings, which is crucial for modern extended-range tunings where string tension can otherwise become uneven.
Is this guitar good for progressive metal and djent?
Yes—this is precisely what the Reaper-7 Elite is voiced for. The tight low-end response, crystalline sustain, percussive attack, and harmonic depth of the San Andreas 7 pickups paired with the multiscale bridge are designed for djent, progressive metal, and fusion. The wenge neck with carbon-fiber rods and neck-thru construction also provide the rock-solid stability needed for aggressive playing and extended tunings.
What's included in the setup, and will it arrive tour-ready?
The Reaper-7 comes fully assembled with Hipshot Grip-Lock tuners, a Hipshot 7-String Multiscale Fixed Bridge, Graph Tech XL Black Tusq nut, and Schecter San Andreas 7 pickups installed. Like any new instrument, it may benefit from a professional setup or intonation check at your location, but it ships as a complete, playable instrument.
How does the ultra-thin C-neck profile feel for extended-range playing?
The ultra-thin C profile (.748" at the first fret, .787" at the 12th) is designed for speed and comfort on extended-range guitars, reducing hand fatigue and allowing quick position shifts across the seven strings. Intermediate to advanced players typically find this profile responsive and natural; it's well-suited for the percussive, articulate playing style demanded by djent and progressive metal.
Why does this guitar cost more than other seven-strings?
The Reaper-7 Elite features neck-thru construction with carbon-fiber reinforcement, a multiscale bridge engineered specifically for seven strings, quality hardware (Hipshot tuners and bridge), Schecter's San Andreas 7 pickups, and premium materials like khaya mahogany, ebony fretboard, and 24 X-Jumbo stainless steel frets. These combine to deliver professional-grade stability, tonal clarity, and playability suited for touring and session work.