I've been considering getting a seven string for a couple years and finally want to make that a reality.
I'm mostly looking at the Schecter Omen Elites at present (willing to hear other suggestions) and am curious as to the benefits of multiscale versus a 26.5". I've read that the multiscale provides better string tension overall but have also read that unless you're looking to do really low tunings a 26.5" would be adequate.
Also, when it comes to tunings are most people just dropping the low B? I've done drop D and such on my 6 strings but usually keep them tuned down a half step to Eb . . . is it appropriate to down tune all the strings or would that create issues with string tension, tone, and playability? Sorry if it's a rudimentary question but just trying to better understand the tuning options.
Thanks in advance.
I'm mostly looking at the Schecter Omen Elites at present (willing to hear other suggestions) and am curious as to the benefits of multiscale versus a 26.5". I've read that the multiscale provides better string tension overall but have also read that unless you're looking to do really low tunings a 26.5" would be adequate.
Also, when it comes to tunings are most people just dropping the low B? I've done drop D and such on my 6 strings but usually keep them tuned down a half step to Eb . . . is it appropriate to down tune all the strings or would that create issues with string tension, tone, and playability? Sorry if it's a rudimentary question but just trying to better understand the tuning options.
Thanks in advance.