Schecter KM-7 (Keith Merrow) Signature Thread

[landmvrks]

The 2 schecters definitely blow the ibanez out of the water IMO. I'm not a fan of the fusion edge pick ups at all. Probably the worst sounding dimarzio's to me. Between the other 2 models I'd say if you are able to get your hands on a km7 artist for 1000 that's the way to go. The Merrow fishman pick ups to me at least are a much more versatile set than the moderns found in the sls.

Any other reason besides the pickups? Honestly I'll probably swap them out for BKP Impulses anyway no matter what model I go with.

 

[Alexlopez]

Any other reason besides the pickups? Honestly I'll probably swap them out for BKP Impulses anyway no matter what model I go with.

Either if your choices are good, specially given the pickups aren’t your biggest concern.
When it’s time to sell, prestige guitars I’ve managed to sell much faster than the artist KM7s I’ve owned.
fit and finish is usually a lot ñ better on the prestige stuff too.

 

[Hoss632]

Any other reason besides the pickups? Honestly I'll probably swap them out for BKP Impulses anyway no matter what model I go with.

Some of it is also me being more familiar with playing Schecter stuff, so I'm use to the neck profiles. Plus the versatility on the Merrow model with the 3 voicings was something I was thinking of as well. I have very little experience playing Ibanez, though I REALLY would like to try a couple of their instruments, especially an RGA model. If you are swapping pick ups then it would be a toss up and I would say go with whichever one you vibe the best with.

 

[landmvrks]

Some of it is also me being more familiar with playing Schecter stuff, so I'm use to the neck profiles. Plus the versatility on the Merrow model with the 3 voicings was something I was thinking of as well. I have very little experience playing Ibanez, though I REALLY would like to try a couple of their instruments, especially an RGA model. If you are swapping pick ups then it would be a toss up and I would say go with whichever one you vibe the best with.

I ended up with the Ibanez Prestige for $700. At the end of the day I'll have an Ibanez Prestige with BKP Impulses (once they arrive) for just over $1000, seems like a steal and I shouldn't have any issues reselling for what I paid. The neck feels and plays so damn nice.

 

[Hoss632]

I ended up with the Ibanez Prestige for $700. At the end of the day I'll have an Ibanez Prestige with BKP Impulses (once they arrive) for just over $1000, seems like a steal and I shouldn't have any issues reselling for what I paid. The neck feels and plays so damn nice.

Yeah I would say that is one hell of a deal. Enjoy it for sure.

 

[Zado]

I'll leave this here

 

[Nightside]

I'll leave this here

Someone needs to charge their phone.

 

[Vegetta]

Like the green a lot but not enough to put up with a floyd and sustainiac

 

[Frostbite]

I'll leave this here

If they ever release that in the lambo blue I'll buy it the second I literally can

 

[Seabeast2000]

I'll leave this here

Ergos of the mk3. Config of the mk1? You're welcome schecter.

 

[Zado]

HSS config would be titties btw

 

[jco5055]

If they make a USA version of that ( 7 strings and Floyd) I'll at least need to try it out at Guitar Center or someplace.

 

[Vegetta]

HSS config would be titties btw

Or H - S

 

[Vegetta]

I have a question... Would the Schecter Custom shop let you do a customized version of a Merrow?
I want a 26.5" or 27" scale 6 string artist in seafoam green.

 

[Vyn]

I have a question... Would the Schecter Custom shop let you do a customized version of a Merrow?
I want a 26.5" or 27" scale 6 string artist in seafoam green.

They probably would. You would be waiting for it, and most definitely PAYING for it... Can't imagine that would be a cheap job.

 

[Vegetta]

They probably would. You would be waiting for it, and most definitely PAYING for it... Can't imagine that would be a cheap job.

Probably right on both counts

 

[Seabeast2000]

Probably right on both counts

It doesn't seem like it would be as its just a small variation on an existing model but maybe it would be a Masterworks or whatever build and default to $$$$ tier.

 

[Wucan]

Has anyone tried to setup a KM7 like an 8-string without the high E? Lowest string tuned to F#.

 

[Vyn]

Has anyone tried to setup a KM7 like an 8-string without the high E? Lowest string tuned to F#.

Keith has - Nightmarer play in F and F# standard, I believe Keith was using a custom gauge .076 EB Cobalt for the F/F#.

 

[Wucan]

Keith has - Nightmarer play in F and F# standard, I believe Keith was using a custom gauge .076 EB Cobalt for the F/F#.

Interesting.

I ended up ordering a 10-74 set because I got worried a .80 would be trouble for the tuner. Hopefully it won't be too floppy for a low F#...