Jackson SLAT 7 or Schecter Chris Garza?

[Holliday]

Hey guys,

I've been playing in Drop B on a six string for around a year now, and I've finally attained a job so I can afford a half decent 7 string. I think I've more or less narrowed my choices down to the Jackson or the Schecter. I was curious about whether anyone has experience with either or both? Any input, or even any other suggestions for first 7 strings would be welcome. Budget of around £800. Thanks in advance.

 

[Zado]

If you buy the garza,make sure to purchase also

 

[oremus91]

A whole new meaning for fretmarkers - doh ho ho!

 

[spawnofthesith]

Never played that Jackson, but I own the Garza and its a great guitar

If you buy the garza,make sure to purchase also

That's what I did on mine

 

[jeleopard]

If you buy the garza,make sure to purchase also

.... Esplain? >.>

 

[HeHasTheJazzHands]

.... Esplain? >.>

The inlay.

Also, are we talking about the X-Series one or the SLAT3-7? If we're talking about the X-series SLAT, I'd skip both and get the SLS C-7. If you mean the SLAT3-7, get that one.

 

[jeleopard]

The inlay.

Also, are we talking about the X-Series one or the SLAT3-7? If we're talking about the X-series SLAT, I'd skip both and get the SLS C-7. If you mean the SLAT3-7, get that one.

... Better than that ugly skull....

 

[HeHasTheJazzHands]

... Better than that ugly skull....

I rather the skull, to be honest.

 

[Emperoff]

Well, the Garza will most likely have a thicker neck than the Jackson. I haven't tried the X series yet, but I'd be surprised if they match Scheter's quality on that price range.

Get a used SLAT3-7s if you happen to find one. It will destroy both.

 

[Alexis]

Neck-wise I would go with Jackson. Tone-wise with Schecter

 

[ittoa666]

Jackson

 

[capoeiraesp]

Can someone put a photo up of an inlay covered over by a sharpie? I am skeptical as to whether it actually looks better.
To the OP, go the Schecter.

 

[will_shred]

the X series are pretty awesome guitars, I was a bit skeptical knowing where they come from but they're actually really good.

but like Emperoff said, if you can find a used SLAT3-7 for a good price it will crush both of them

 

[aawshred]

i second the jackson x-series 7!

 

[BillNephew]

I'd go with the Schecter, but that's just me. I have larger bass player hands and have no problem with the slightly thicker neck that Schecter seems to be exclusively known for around these parts of the interwebs. Plus, I also LOVE Tele style 7's as well, so I may be a bit biased about this whole deal.

 

[Emperoff]

Perhaps this will help you decide:

Amazon.com: Schecter Chris Garza Signature 7-string Electric Guitar Silverburst: Musical Instruments

500$!

 

[Holliday]

Perhaps this will help you decide:

Amazon.com: Schecter Chris Garza Signature 7-string Electric Guitar Silverburst: Musical Instruments

500$!

Wow, that is an unbelievable price. But it won't ship over to England Thanks for all the advice guys. For clarification, I was referring to the X-Series Slat 7. I think I'm leaning towards the Jackson right now, mainly for the price. I admit the Garza looks better, but I'm a little put off by the inlay etc. I'll probably get the Jackson because I'm skint

 

[Zado]

Wow, that is an unbelievable price. But it won't ship over to England Thanks for all the advice guys. For clarification, I was referring to the X-Series Slat 7. I think I'm leaning towards the Jackson right now, mainly for the price. I admit the Garza looks better, but I'm a little put off by the inlay etc. I'll probably get the Jackson because I'm skint

why not something here?

eBay: schecter

very good prices if you ask,I bought here mine too.Free shipping too

 

[Emperoff]

why not something here?

eBay: schecter

very good prices if you ask,I bought here mine too.Free shipping too

Tim Mauery always has killer Schecter deals. I've bought two guitars from him and a friend of mine did as well. He doesn't answer emails though (only phone).

Honestly, having owned three Schecters so far I can vouch for their solid quality for the price. However, Jackson necks can't be beat and I'm considering switching my Loomis for one .