Hi everyone,
This thread has more of an 'axe comparison' nature to it and not sure if posted in the correct place (dear mods feel free to move if need be!).
I'm thinking of selling a BFR John Petrucci 7string 2008 make in order to make funds for a guitar that fits more to my needs. The BFR just won't cut it for me, it's too tinny sounding and muddy at times, especially when chugging those low 'extra' notes, plus I never really understood how a 7 string guitar could work with a 25 inch scale. Being from a country where choice, apart from your typical mass produced guitars, does not come in abundance. Therefore judgement, unfortunately, may only be made based on youtube videos and reviews provided by other people who own these instruments. The decision to sell the BFR has sunk in a long time ago and the first replacement that came to mind was an ESP STEF B7, Stephen Carpenter model. Now, as the title indicates, a new candidate has arisen, Strictly 7's Solar 7 guitar. I consider these guitars surprisingly within budget, given the specs they offer and I'm thinking that a Solar 7 plus a flame maple top over mahogany instead of ash an fitted with BKP Aftermaths would suit me well and would be a step forward from the BFR or ESP.
This is an open discussion and would love your opinion on this!
Regards,
Masch, Cyprus
This thread has more of an 'axe comparison' nature to it and not sure if posted in the correct place (dear mods feel free to move if need be!).
I'm thinking of selling a BFR John Petrucci 7string 2008 make in order to make funds for a guitar that fits more to my needs. The BFR just won't cut it for me, it's too tinny sounding and muddy at times, especially when chugging those low 'extra' notes, plus I never really understood how a 7 string guitar could work with a 25 inch scale. Being from a country where choice, apart from your typical mass produced guitars, does not come in abundance. Therefore judgement, unfortunately, may only be made based on youtube videos and reviews provided by other people who own these instruments. The decision to sell the BFR has sunk in a long time ago and the first replacement that came to mind was an ESP STEF B7, Stephen Carpenter model. Now, as the title indicates, a new candidate has arisen, Strictly 7's Solar 7 guitar. I consider these guitars surprisingly within budget, given the specs they offer and I'm thinking that a Solar 7 plus a flame maple top over mahogany instead of ash an fitted with BKP Aftermaths would suit me well and would be a step forward from the BFR or ESP.
This is an open discussion and would love your opinion on this!
Regards,
Masch, Cyprus