Schecter Damien-8 Multiscale guitar in Satin Black Open Box
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- Open box from our own stock: unboxed, inspected and set up by our techs
- Otherwise new and unplayed, original packaging and factory accessories
- Covered by our 30-day money-back return policy
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- SKU
- SCHECTER2477-U
- Color
- Black
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Description
Sound & Tone
The mahogany body and bolt-on maple neck give the Damien-8 a firm, focused midrange, while the 25.5" to 27.5" multiscale layout keeps the low strings tight and clearly pitched instead of loose and muddy. Schecter Diamond Heretic pickups at the bridge and neck push an aggressive, high-output voice with enough treble definition to keep fast riffing and chordal work legible across all eight strings, and the push-pull volume/tone plus 3-way switch let you pull back to cleaner, rounder neck-position sounds. With its fixed Hipshot bridge and X-Jumbo frets on a flat 20" radius, it leans toward metal, djent and progressive playing where low-tuned rhythm accuracy and clean lead articulation both matter.
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.
Open Box - our own stock. This unit was unboxed, inspected and set up by our techs in Temecula; it is otherwise new and unplayed and ships in the original packaging with all factory accessories. Sold as open box at a reduced price. Covered by our 30-day money-back return policy, including any problem on arrival.
More Information
| Condition | Used |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
| Neck Construction | Bolt-On |
| Country of Manufacture | Indonesia |
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Specifications
| Body Style | Double Cutaway |
|---|---|
| Scale Length | 25.5" Scale |
| Frets | 24 Frets |
| Fretboard | Rosewood |
| Neck Wood | Maple |
| Neck Construction | Bolt-On |
| Bridge | Hipshot |
| Strings | 8 |
| Orientation | Right handed |
| Model Year | 2023 |
| Made In | Indonesia |
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Progressive
- ✓ Djent
- ✓ Extended Range
Not the best pick for
- – Jazz
- – Blues
- – Country
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What does open box mean, and is this guitar new?
Open box means this unit was unboxed, inspected, and set up by our technicians but has never been played. It ships in original packaging with all factory accessories and is covered by a 30-day money-back return policy, including any issue on arrival.
How does the multiscale design benefit eight-string playing?
The multiscale fretboard spans 25.5" to 27.5" across the eight strings, which eliminates the excessive tension and intonation problems that occur on traditional extended-range guitars. This means tighter intonation, faster response, and more even playability from the lowest B string to the highest.
What skill level is this guitar suited for?
The Damien-8 is built for intermediate, advanced, and professional players. The thin 'C' profile neck and fast fret access reward aggressive technique, making it ideal for metal, progressive, and djent styles.
What pickups come with this guitar, and how do they sound?
The Damien-8 features Schecter Diamond Heretic pickups in bridge and neck positions, delivering aggressive clarity, tight low end, and high output with enough articulation for both heavy riffs and clean extended-range work. A push-pull volume/tone control and 3-way switch provide tonal flexibility.
Is this guitar suitable for jazz or blues?
No. The Damien-8 is specifically voiced and designed for metal, progressive, djent, and modern extended-range styles. Its tone profile, pickup voicing, and eight-string architecture prioritize aggression and clarity over the warmth and sustain typically sought in jazz and blues.
Do I pay sales tax on this order?
We collect sales tax only on orders shipped to California. Orders shipped to any other US state are charged $0 sales tax at checkout when you buy direct from our website. On this item that is roughly $55 less out the door than the same listed price at a national retailer or on a marketplace. Marketplaces such as eBay, Reverb and Amazon collect sales tax in nearly every state as marketplace facilitators no matter who the seller is, so the same item at the same price costs less bought direct. Free US shipping and 30-day returns are included. Some states ask buyers to self-report use tax on out-of-state purchases.
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