Schecter USA Custom Sunset Extreme 7 Stabilized Top Guitar 2039
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Schecter USA Custom Sunset Extreme 7 Stabilized Top Guitar 2039
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- SKU
- SCHECTER6998-2039
- Color
- Natural
. Description
Sound & Tone
The swamp ash body keeps the voice open and lively with a firm low end, while the 5-piece maple and walnut neck and Richlite fretboard add stiffness and attack that translate into tight note separation, even in lower tunings. The Schecter Brimstone humbucker pair pushes hard with cutting upper-midrange clarity, holding definition under heavy gain rather than blurring into mush across the seven-string range. It suits modern metal rhythm work, progressive rock passages that demand clean articulation, and extended-range riffing where each string needs to speak clearly; the extra jumbo stainless steel frets support fast legato and wide bends with a slick, consistent feel.
Schecter USA Custom Sunset Extreme 7 Stabilized Top Guitar
This USA Custom Shop seven-string gives you the extended range and aggressive styling that defines the Sunset Extreme line. The stabilized burl top delivers visual sophistication while the responsive playing platform is engineered for fast, articulate technique across both standard and deeper tunings. Built to exacting standards in Schecter's domestic facility, this instrument combines premium materials with professional-grade electronics for modern metal, progressive rock, and extended-range applications on stage and in the studio.
Build & Materials
The Swamp Ash body with stabilized burl top combines structural stability and acoustic properties with distinctive visual character that commands attention under the lights. A 5-piece Maple and Walnut neck paired with a Richlite fretboard and extra jumbo stainless steel frets means you'll navigate deeper tunings without sacrificing playability across the standard range—essential when you're pushing the limits of your tuning on a live stage.
Playability & Electronics
The responsive playing platform cuts through in a live mix with fast, articulate technique and professional-grade hardware supporting both clean definition and high-gain saturation. The Schecter Brimstone HH Pickup set delivers cutting clarity and output authority across the extended 7-string range, with configuration engineered specifically for the modern high-gain environment where tonal authority matters.
Key Features
- Seven-string configuration for extended range and tuning flexibility
- USA Custom Shop construction and setup
- Stabilized burl top for visual character and tonal properties
- Swamp Ash body with structural stability
- 5-piece Maple and Walnut neck
- Richlite fretboard with extra jumbo stainless steel frets
- Schecter Brimstone HH Pickup set
- Sunset Extreme body shape and aggressive styling
- Professional-grade hardware and electronics
- Custom Shop attention to detail and finishing
- Optimized for modern high-gain and progressive applications
- Includes Schecter USA hard case
This instrument stands at the premium end of Schecter's 7-string lineup, built with materials and electronics selected for gigging musicians and collectors who demand professional performance in demanding studio and live applications.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
| Country of Manufacture | United States |
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Specifications
| Body Style | Double Cutaway |
|---|---|
| Scale Length | 25.5" Scale |
| Frets | 24 Frets |
| Fretboard | Richlite |
| Neck Wood | Unknown / Other |
| Bridge | Fixed |
| Strings | 7 |
| Orientation | Right handed |
| Model Year | 2026 |
| Made In | United States |
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Progressive
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Extended Range
- ✓ Studio Sessions
- ✓ Live Performance
Not the best pick for
- – Blues
- – Jazz
- – Folk
Skill level: Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What tuning range is this 7-string designed for?
The Schecter USA Custom Sunset Extreme 7 is engineered to respond across both standard and deeper tunings, with a 5-piece maple and walnut neck that provides the stability required for extended-range applications. The professional-grade electronics and Brimstone HH pickup set are optimized to maintain clarity and output authority regardless of tuning.
What pickups are installed and how do they handle high-gain?
The Schecter Brimstone HH Pickup set is configured specifically for modern high-gain environments, delivering cutting clarity and output authority while maintaining responsive articulation. They support both clean definition and saturated gain across all seven strings without muddiness.
Is this suitable for progressive metal and extended-range styles?
Yes—this instrument is purpose-built for progressive metal, extended-range, and high-gain studio and live work. The extra jumbo stainless steel frets, responsive neck, and articulate pickup set are optimized for fast technique and complex playing.
What's included and where is this made?
The Schecter USA Custom Sunset Extreme 7 is built entirely in Schecter's USA Custom Shop facility and includes a hard case. It features professional-grade hardware, electronics, and Custom Shop finishing throughout.
How does the stabilized burl top affect tone and durability?
The stabilized burl top balances acoustic properties with distinctive visual character while maintaining the structural integrity required for demanding studio and live work. Stabilization ensures the wood remains dimensionally stable through temperature and humidity changes.
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 $364 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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