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Schecter KM-7 MK-III Legacy guitar in Transparent White Satin vs Schecter KM-6 MK-III Legacy LH guitar in Transparent White Satin
The KM-7 MK-III is a 7-string instrument with a 26.5" scale designed for extended range metal and djent, while the KM-6 MK-III is a 6-string left-handed guitar built for metal, hard rock, and progressive work. Choose the KM-7 if you need seven strings and play right-handed; choose the KM-6 if you're left-handed and prefer traditional 6-string tuning.
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Schecter KM-7 MK-III Legacy guitar in Transparent White Satin
Schecter KM-6 MK-III Legacy LH guitar in Transparent White Satin
Specs side by side
| Schecter KM-7 MK-III Legacy guitar in Transparent White Satin | Schecter KM-6 MK-III Legacy LH guitar in Transparent White Satin | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $1,999.00 | $1,949.00 |
| Brand | Schecter | Schecter |
| Series | Schecter Keith Merrow KM | Schecter Keith Merrow KM |
| Body | Single Cutaway | Single Cutaway |
| Body Type | Solid | Solid |
| Scale | 26.5" Scale | 25.5" Scale |
| Strings | 7 | 6 |
| Frets | 24 Frets | 24 Frets |
| Fretboard | Ebony | Ebony |
| Neck | Maple | Maple |
| Neck Construction | Neck-Thru-Body | Neck-Thru-Body |
| Pickup Configuration | — | HH |
| Bridge | Hipshot | Hipshot |
| Year | 2023 | 2024 |
| Condition | New | New |
Why choose Schecter KM-7 MK-III Legacy guitar in Transparent White Satin
- ✓ Seven-string configuration for extended range and lower tuning capability
- ✓ Longer 26.5" scale maintains clarity and tension on additional low strings
- ✓ Lundgren M7 humbuckers optimized for 7-string articulation and dynamic range
Why choose Schecter KM-6 MK-III Legacy LH guitar in Transparent White Satin
- ✓ Left-handed orientation for lefty players
- ✓ Luminlay glow-in-the-dark side dot markers for low-light playing
- ✓ Ernie Ball compensated nut for enhanced intonation accuracy
Frequently asked questions
What's the main difference between these two guitars?
The KM-7 has seven strings with a longer 26.5" scale for extended range, while the KM-6 is a left-handed, traditional six-string instrument. The KM-7 uses Lundgren M7 pickups, and the KM-6 uses Lundgren M6 pickups sized for six strings.
Can a right-handed player use the KM-6 MK-III?
No, the KM-6 MK-III is specifically a left-handed instrument. It is designed for left-handed players only.
Which guitar is better for drop-tuning and low frequencies?
The KM-7 MK-III is designed for extended range with its 26.5" scale, which maintains clarity and tension on lower strings. The KM-6's standard scale is optimized for six-string tuning and conventional metal styles.
Are both guitars suitable for touring musicians?
Yes, both feature neck-through construction, carbon fiber reinforcement, Hipshot hardtail bridges, and locking tuners for tuning stability during travel and performance. The KM-6 is explicitly marketed for touring applications.