Schecter Damien-8 Multiscale Electric Guitar
Description
Schecter Damien-8 Multiscale Electric Guitar
The Damien-8 Multiscale delivers a thin, fast neck profile with carbon-reinforced stability that rewards aggressive playing across all eight strings. This professional-grade instrument balances extended-range capability with genuine ergonomic comfort, translating the multiscale fretboard design into practical playability from the lowest frequencies to the highest. Road-tested construction and Schecter's signature hardware make this a serious tool for metal, progressive, and modern styles at a fraction of original pricing.
Playability & Neck Design
The multiscale architecture spans 25.5" to 27.5" across eight strings, eliminating the tension and intonation compromises of traditional extended-range designs. A thin 'C' profile maple neck with carbon fiber reinforcement and 24 X-Jumbo frets on a 20" radius rosewood fretboard sits in the hand with speed and responsiveness, while the Graph Tech XL Black Tusq nut and 2-way adjustable truss rod lock in stability for live settings and enable precise tweaks between gigs.
Tone & Electronics
Paired Schecter Diamond Heretic pickups in both bridge and neck positions cut through on stage with the aggression and clarity eight-string playing demands, with a Volume/Tone push-pull control and 3-way switch letting you shape your voice across a focused range. The Hipshot 8-String Multiscale Fixed Bridge and black hardware throughout hold tuning rock-solid under performance conditions and deliver the sustain modern rigs require.
Key Features
- Multiscale design: 25.5" to 27.5" across eight strings
- Maple neck with thin 'C' profile and carbon fiber reinforcement
- 24 X-Jumbo frets on rosewood fretboard with 20" radius
- Neck thickness: .787" at 1st fret / .866" at 12th fret
- Mahogany body with bolt-on construction
- Graph Tech XL Black Tusq nut, 2.205" width
- Schecter Diamond Heretic bridge and neck pickups
- Hipshot 8-String Multiscale Fixed Bridge with black hardware
- Volume/Tone push-pull control with 3-way switch
- Metal knurled knobs with set screws
- Satin black finish
- Schecter tuners with 2-way adjustable truss rod
This Damien-8 Multiscale combines professional specifications, proven hardware, and genuine eight-string ergonomics in a used instrument priced to move.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
| Country of Manufacture | Indonesia |
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At a Glance
The Damien-8 Multiscale is a professional eight-string instrument built for metal, progressive, and djent styles, featuring a multiscale fretboard (25.5" to 27.5") that delivers balanced tension and intonation across all eight strings without compromise. Its thin 'C' profile maple neck with carbon-fiber reinforcement feels fast and responsive in hand, paired with a focused, aggressive tone from Schecter Diamond Heretic pickups and a rock-solid Hipshot fixed bridge engineered for modern extended-range playing. For gigging musicians and studio players who demand road-tested reliability and genuine ergonomic comfort in a serious working instrument, this eight-string delivers the clarity, sustain, and playability that define contemporary metal and progressive music.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Progressive
- ✓ Djent
- ✓ Drop Tunings
Not the best pick for
- – Jazz
- – Traditional Country
- – Funk
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What does multiscale fretboard design do, and why does it matter?
The multiscale design spans 25.5" to 27.5" across the eight strings, adjusting the scale length for each string to eliminate tension and intonation compromises found on traditional extended-range guitars. This means lower strings stay tight and articulate while higher strings maintain playability and sustain across all eight strings without traditional trade-offs.
Is this guitar suitable for metal and progressive styles?
Yes—the Damien-8 is purpose-built for metal, progressive, djent, and drop-tuning applications. The aggressive, clear tone profile, tight low end, high sustain, and focused midrange from its Schecter Diamond Heretic pickups deliver the articulation and definition that modern heavy music demands.
What makes the neck comfortable for eight-string playing?
The thin 'C' profile maple neck with carbon-fiber reinforcement and X-Jumbo frets on a 20" radius rosewood fretboard creates a fast, responsive feel that rewards aggressive playing. The neck thickness measures 0.787" at the 1st fret and 0.866" at the 12th fret, balancing genuine ergonomic comfort with the extended-range capability of eight strings.
What hardware and components provide stability and tuning reliability?
The Hipshot 8-String Multiscale Fixed Bridge, Graph Tech XL Black Tusq nut, Schecter tuners, and 2-way adjustable truss rod work together to ensure tuning stability and long-term neck stability, making this a road-tested tool for gigging and recording.
What specifications and finishes are included?
The Damien-8 features a mahogany body with bolt-on construction, satin black finish, 24 X-Jumbo frets, black hardware throughout, a 2.205" wide Graph Tech nut, and a Volume/Tone push-pull control with 3-way switch for tonal flexibility across eight strings.
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