Schecter KM-7 MK-III EX Guitar
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- SCHECTER882
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Sound & Tone
The 28" baritone scale keeps the low seventh string tight and defined in drop tunings, while the mahogany body with ash top gives a resonant midrange core with added top-end snap. The single Lundgren Black Heaven-7 bridge pickup is high-output and aggressive, and its open-coil design keeps note separation intact under heavy gain, so chugging riffs stay percussive and extended chords remain readable. Combined with the ebony board, stainless X-jumbo frets and thru-neck construction, it leans toward modern metal and progressive playing where fast upper-fret runs, tight rhythm attack and killswitch stutters are part of the vocabulary.
Schecter KM-7 MK-III EX Guitar
The KM-7 MK-III EX is a baritone 7-string engineered for extended-range tracking and mixing work in the studio. Its thin "C" neck profile and thru-body construction deliver comfortable fret access across all 24 frets, while the mahogany body with ash top produces a resonant platform capable of capturing both aggressive and articulate tones. This instrument is built for recording sessions that demand precision, ergonomic comfort, and sonic clarity in drop-tuned registers.
Construction & Recording Response
The thru-neck design with ultra access ensures rapid navigation across the fretboard during overdubs and takes, while the 3-piece hard maple neck reinforced with two carbon fiber rods resists twisting and maintains solid tuning stability for long tracking sessions. A 12–16" compound radius ebony fretboard paired with 24 X-jumbo stainless-steel frets balances smooth bends with defined articulation for clean recording capture, and the 2-way adjustable truss rod with heel-mounted wheel allows quick neck relief adjustments without breaking down your setup.
Tone & Pickup Performance
The Lundgren Black Heaven-7 bridge pickup delivers high-output articulation with open-coil construction that preserves clarity and string separation across all seven strings—critical for layering in the mix. A single killswitch provides dynamic muting and swelling effects useful for post-production editing, while Schecter locking tuners and satin black hardware ensure stable tuning throughout extended recording sessions and maintain a cohesive visual aesthetic in studio documentation.
Key Features
- Mahogany body with ash top and bent contour
- Thru-neck design with ultra access to upper frets
- 3-piece hard maple neck with two carbon fiber reinforcement rods
- Thin "C" neck profile: 20mm at 1st fret, 21mm at 12th fret
- Ebony fretboard with 12–16" compound radius
- 24 X-jumbo stainless-steel frets
- 28" baritone scale length
- 7-string configuration
- Lundgren Black Heaven-7 bridge pickup with open coils
- Single killswitch control
- Schecter locking tuners
- Satin black hardware; aluminum offset circle inlays
- 2-way adjustable truss rod with wheel at neck heel
- Built in Korea
The KM-7 MK-III EX combines extended-range versatility with refined build quality and hardware stability, making it a dependable workhorse for multi-take sessions and modern progressive studio recording.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
| Neck Construction | Neck-Thru-Body |
| Country of Manufacture | South Korea |
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Specifications
| Body Wood | Mahogany |
|---|---|
| Top | Ash |
| Scale Length | 28" Scale |
| Frets | 24 Frets |
| Fretboard | Ebony |
| Nut Width | 48mm |
| Neck Wood | Mahogany |
| Neck Profile | Thin "C" |
| Neck Construction | Neck-Thru-Body |
| Pickup Models | Lundgren Black Heaven (bridge) |
| Bridge | Hipshot |
| Strings | 7 |
| Orientation | Right handed |
| Made In | South Korea |
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Progressive
- ✓ Drop Tunings
- ✓ Extended Range
Not the best pick for
- – Jazz
- – Blues
- – Folk
Skill level: Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What neck profile does this guitar have, and is it comfortable for extended playing?
The KM-7 MK-III EX features a thin C-neck profile measuring 20mm at the 1st fret and 21mm at the 12th fret, designed for fast access across all 24 frets. The thru-neck design and heel-mounted wheel adjustment make upper-fret work effortless, and the 3-piece hard maple neck with two carbon fiber rods resists twisting while maintaining tuning stability.
What pickup does this guitar use, and will it work for both aggressive and articulate tones?
The guitar features a Lundgren Black Heaven-7 bridge pickup with open-coil construction that delivers aggressive high-output articulation while preserving clarity across all seven strings. A single killswitch provides dynamic muting and swelling effects for live performance versatility.
Is this guitar suitable for standard tuning, or is it built specifically for drop tuning?
The KM-7 MK-III EX is engineered for extended-range work and drop-tuned territory, with a 28-inch baritone scale length and 7-string configuration. While it excels in lower tunings and progressive metal, its design prioritizes the articulation and stability needed in that range rather than standard tuning applications.
What hardware and construction details ensure tuning stability?
The guitar is equipped with Schecter locking tuners, a 2-way adjustable truss rod with heel-mounted wheel access, and a thru-neck design with carbon fiber reinforcement rods that resist twisting. These features combine to maintain rock-solid tuning stability during aggressive playing.
What fretboard and fret specifications does this guitar have?
The KM-7 MK-III EX features an ebony fretboard with a 12-16 inch compound radius and 24 X-jumbo stainless-steel frets, balancing smooth bends with defined articulation across the extended 7-string range.
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