anthonylbest
Guitarist, Youtuber, Collector
I have had a 7 string in the past (Schecter C7 and Ibanez RG7321), however I always seemed to get rid of them in a few months because I really didn't spend any time working with it.
I am considering jumping in the ERG pool again after becoming obsessed with Stephen Carpenter's tone on Diamond Eyes. I have fairly small hands so I am nervous about handling an 8 string, however I have heard they are not that different from a 7 string (depending on make and model).
I realize prior to diamond eyes (Self Titled, and Saturday Night Wrist) SC used 7 string baritones tuned down to F# and G#. His move to 8 string didn't change his tuning, from SNW to Diamond Eyes... just gave him an extra string.
I don't shred, and all things considered I am a pretty mediocre guitarist (hey at least I admit it)
So... assuming that Deftones, Chevelle, Staind style of playing. Would you recommend a 7 or an 8 string guitar.
Guitars I am considering 607B, LTD FM-418, Schecter Spinal 8, Schecter Hellraiser 7.
I want a fixed bridge without a doubt as I will have no need for a trem.
Thoughts?
I am considering jumping in the ERG pool again after becoming obsessed with Stephen Carpenter's tone on Diamond Eyes. I have fairly small hands so I am nervous about handling an 8 string, however I have heard they are not that different from a 7 string (depending on make and model).
I realize prior to diamond eyes (Self Titled, and Saturday Night Wrist) SC used 7 string baritones tuned down to F# and G#. His move to 8 string didn't change his tuning, from SNW to Diamond Eyes... just gave him an extra string.
I don't shred, and all things considered I am a pretty mediocre guitarist (hey at least I admit it)
So... assuming that Deftones, Chevelle, Staind style of playing. Would you recommend a 7 or an 8 string guitar.
Guitars I am considering 607B, LTD FM-418, Schecter Spinal 8, Schecter Hellraiser 7.
I want a fixed bridge without a doubt as I will have no need for a trem.
Thoughts?
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