7 String Opinions

[Russ]

Hi Everyone,

I'm coming over to the dark side and looking for a 7. I would really appreciate anyone's opinion on their top 3 or 4 choices and why you would recommend them. I've got some ideas, but I don't want to bias anyone's response by giving my musical interests. The only limitation I have is that my budget can't exceed about $1,000. I'd appreciate any advice or opinions anyone may have to offer.

 

[ghoti]

Hmmm...

Well, you want an Ibanez or a Schecter probably. There are others but they're usually not quite as good.

If you're not sure you want a 7, I'd say get the cheapest one you can. Something like this: http://www.aslindane.com/images/Teaza7web.jpg like I got on ebay. Agile Interceptor or Septor if you want to spend a little more...or you can look through ebay or the classified section here. I got a used blackjack for around $400...a couple dings but it's beautiful regardless...maybe the nicest guitar I own...

And welcome

 

[Chris]

This very much depends on the options you want. Floyd? Fixed? Piezo? What type of music do you play? There are a TON of options in the sub-1k range, and we really do need to know what you're into before we can help you. I like floyds, blazes, basswood and play metal, but there are guys here that prefer the exact opposite.

The best advice I can give you is to read the forums, really. There are TONS of threads on all of the "top" guitars.

 

[Metal Ken]

I have many answers, but i dont want to bias you by telling you which I prefer. ;p

 

[Russ]

Thanks for the responses so far. I'm definitely committed to getting a 7, and I want a good one. Sorry if it was too open ended a question - at the end of the day I'm a metalhead (<:YEAA AAAH:>), but I would really like something that is all around a good ax for crushing bones but at the same time clean up well for fingerstyle classical type stuff. Maybe a weird combo, I know... To be honest, I've been looking for weeks at either the hellraiser or loomis signature from schecter - I've had a hard time finding one to try out though...

 

[Metal Ken]

well, for build quality/price, schecter is unbeatable. If you want a better clean sound, try some of their passive combo'ed models, like the C7 Blackjack, or even a 007 Elite if you want to stick with 25.5" scale.
Otherwise, if you fancy the EMG's, the Hellraiser is a good choice. I just got a Hellraiser recently, and it absolutely crushes for metal.

 

[ukfswmart]

If you like the Hellraiser, but want something that won't put your back out from weighing a ton, go for the ESP LTD SC-607B Build quality on it is fantastic, as is the hardware, and the neck profile is better suited to faster playing than the Hellraiser, in my opinion

 

[guitarplayerone]

I say get a beater universe, RG7620,RG7420 or buy a new 1527 and throw some DiMarzios into it

 

[Metal Ken]

Loomis did fine on a hellraiser ;p

 

[Miek]

If you like the Hellraiser, but want something that won't put your back out from weighing a ton, go for the ESP LTD SC-607B Build quality on it is fantastic, as is the hardware, and the neck profile is better suited to faster playing than the Hellraiser, in my opinion

Hellraiser? Heavy?

 

[Metal Ken]

Hellraiser? Heavy?

I thought the same thing. it doesnt weigh that much.

 

[Drew]

I have many answers, but i dont want to bias you by telling you which I prefer. ;p

 

[Russ]

I'm not worried so much about the weight, I'm just lookin for a great ax and some recommendations from anyone that has a great 7 that they really love!

I'm new on forums, and I'll be checking out some of the reviews as recommended, but if you have a killer 7 that you can't live without - LET ME KNOW - it's a new venture and I want to get something good to start with so I don't regret the purchase...

 

[Metal Ken]

I'd also reccomend a groove tools from conklin, if you can find one used. they're great guitars, and they only cost around 300-320$ or so. they come with nuetrik jacks and locking tuners, stock. They're also made from cherry, and have a 5pieces maple/walnut(I believe)neck. I have one and my tentative plans for it (Whenever i get around to it) are putting in some new pickups and a peizo.

 

[ohio_eric]

All the Schecters mentioned kick serious face. Of course the Jeff Loomis model kicks more ass than a carload of ninjas. Seriously it can go from incredibly heavy yet still do very nice cleans. I have yet to let anyone play it who doesn't like it a lot.

Here's my review. http://www.sevenstring.org/forum/guitar-review-database/43575-schecter-jeff-loomis-signature.html

 

[El Caco]

Schecter Loomis
Ibanez RG7620/7621
Agile Interceptor Pro
RG7EXFX2

but in that price range you can occasionally find an old universe or RG2027 and don't forget the Xiphos will be available soon.

 

[HaGGuS]

loomis sig model is fucking awesome..
my favorite 7..
i also own a hellraiser..
its HEAPS lighter than the loomis..
also a sweet guitar
ibanez also make some nice guitars..
the s7320 and the rg series 7,s are also very worthy contenders..

 

[Apophis]

Schecter

 

[RiffRaff]

Got a Loomis for my first seven about a month ago. It's awesome dude. Possibly the best decision I've ever made in my life

 

[7 Dying Trees]

Ibanez Universe (old one, UV7BK,UV7PWH etc)
Schecter Loomis - I keep looking at this and it looks good. ALso has a floyd.
Ibanez RG2027 - options galore, nice neck, piezo's
Ibanez RG1077xl - like 2027 needs pickup replacement but is a fantastic guitar.