Schecter AM-7 Aaron Marshall Guitar Cobalt Slate
Description
Schecter AM-7 Aaron Marshall Guitar – Cobalt Slate
The AM-7 sits perfectly in your hands with its expertly contoured basswood body and thin 'C' neck profile, letting you move through technical passages and rhythm work without fatigue during long sets. The cobalt slate finish pairs with Hipshot hardware and dual Schecter USA humbuckers to deliver punchy, articulate tone with impressive clarity across all seven strings—cutting through a dense mix with defined highs while maintaining solid low-end foundation essential for progressive metal and djent. This signature model excels at aggressive, percussive picking techniques while remaining expressive enough for melodic lead work, giving you the freedom to explore polyrhythmic patterns and soaring solos without tonal compromise.
Playability & Feel
The wenge neck with thin 'C' profile measures .787" at the first fret and .866" at the twelfth, offering a fast, comfortable grip that stays playable through extended sessions. The 26.5" scale and Macassar ebony fretboard with 24 X-Jumbo stainless steel frets deliver fast action and precise intonation, while the Graph Tech XL Black Tusq nut (1.889" width) locks in stable tuning and excellent sustain across all seven strings during demanding live work.
Tone & Electronics
The Schecter USA Solstice humbucker in the bridge position and Schecter USA Equinox humbucker at the neck deliver articulate, punchy output with impressive clarity and defined high-end response. Volume, tone, and 5-way switching controls provide intuitive tonal shaping, while Hipshot Grip-Lock tuners and the Hipshot 7-String fixed bridge maintain rock-solid tuning stability through demanding playing styles.
Key Features
- Body Material: Basswood with arched top contour
- Bolt-on construction with chrome hardware
- Wenge neck, thin 'C' profile
- Macassar ebony fretboard with 24 X-Jumbo stainless steel frets
- 16" fretboard radius for comfortable playability
- Graph Tech XL Black Tusq nut, 1.889" width
- Schecter USA Solstice and Equinox humbuckers
- Hipshot Grip-Lock tuners and 7-String fixed bridge
- 26.5" extended scale length
- Aluminum offset/reverse circle inlays with Super Blue Luminlay side dots
- 2-way adjustable truss rod with heel access
- Right-handed configuration, Indonesia manufacture
The AM-7 combines refined construction, premium hardware, and responsive electronics into a seven-string instrument built to handle both aggressive modern metal and melodic expression on stage night after night.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
| Country of Manufacture | Indonesia |
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At a Glance
The Schecter AM-7 is a seven-string extended-range guitar built for progressive metal, djent, and technical rhythm work, featuring a fast thin 'C' neck profile and 26.5" scale that lock in comfortable hand positioning through long sets and intricate polyrhythmic passages. Dual Schecter USA humbuckers deliver punchy, articulate tone with impressive clarity and defined highs that cut through a live mix while maintaining solid low-end foundation—paired with Hipshot hardware and a Graph Tech nut for rock-solid tuning stability under demanding playing styles. Choose this if you're advancing into extended-range playing or gigging with modern metal acts that demand both aggressive percussive attack and melodic versatility without tonal compromise.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Progressive Metal
- ✓ Djent
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Extended Range Playing
Not the best pick for
- – Traditional Jazz
- – Blues
- – Folk
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What skill level do I need to play a seven-string guitar like the AM-7?
The AM-7 is designed for intermediate to advanced and professional players comfortable with extended-range instruments and technical playing styles such as progressive metal and djent. The fast thin 'C' neck profile and 26.5" scale make it easier to transition into seven-string playing, but prior experience with six-string technique is recommended.
How does the AM-7 compare to the Ibanez RG7 and ESP LTD H-207?
All three are extended-range instruments suited to modern metal contexts. The AM-7 distinguishes itself through its Schecter USA humbuckers (versus Ibanez Infinity pickups or ESP standard models) and its emphasis on punchy articulate tone with defined highs, making it particularly strong for djent and progressive styles where clarity across all seven strings is critical.
What is the scale length and neck profile, and how do they affect playability?
The AM-7 features a 26.5" extended scale length with a thin 'C' neck profile measuring 0.787" at the first fret and 0.866" at the twelfth, providing a fast, comfortable grip that reduces hand fatigue during extended playing sessions and technical passages. The 16" fretboard radius and 24 X-Jumbo stainless steel frets enable precise intonation and smooth action for both rhythm and lead work.
What genres and playing styles is the AM-7 designed for?
The AM-7 excels in progressive metal, djent, and extended-range metal contexts where punchy articulate tone, clarity, and solid low-end foundation are essential. It is less suited to traditional jazz, blues, and folk styles that typically rely on warm, sustain-focused tones and single-coil or lower-output pickups.
What hardware and electronics does the AM-7 include?
The AM-7 features Hipshot Grip-Lock tuners and a Hipshot 7-String fixed bridge for rock-solid tuning stability, dual Schecter USA humbuckers (Solstice in bridge, Equinox at neck), and a Graph Tech XL Black Tusq nut (1.889" width) for stable tuning and excellent sustain. Volume, tone, and 5-way switching controls provide intuitive tonal shaping.