Schecter Omen Elite-8 MS Lefty Guitar Black Cherry Burst
Description
Schecter Omen Elite-8 MS LH in Black Cherry Burst
This left-handed 8-string multiscale delivers balanced tonality and precise intonation across the extended range, thanks to its thin "C"-profile neck and carefully graduated fret heights that maintain playability without compromising ergonomics. The Black Cherry Burst finish over a mahogany body with burl top creates visual depth while maintaining the structural integrity needed for an extended-range instrument. Built for producers and engineers tracking heavy material or exploring drop-tuned textures in the home studio or professional session environment.
Construction & Hardware
The bolt-on mahogany body with arched burl top and black 1-ply binding provides solid sustain and tonal resonance across the extended range, capturing articulate attack and controlled decay in recordings. Hardware includes a Hipshot 8-String Multiscale Fixed Bridge paired with Schecter tuners and a Graph Tech XL Black Tusq nut, ensuring stable tuning and precise intonation across all eight strings—critical for the 25.5" to 27.5" multiscale span and essential for tracking sessions where tuning stability directly impacts overdubbing and layer alignment.
Playability & Electronics
The 24 jumbo frets on a 20" radius rosewood fretboard with pearloid line inlays provide excellent note definition and comfortable access across the wider fingerboard, reducing fatigue during extended tracking sessions. Dual Schecter Diamond Heretic pickups with volume, tone, and 5-way switching deliver articulate high-end detail and controlled low-end response essential for eight-string extended-range playing—capturing clarity in dense mixes and translating predictably across monitoring systems—while Grip Tip Speed Knobs allow quick tonal adjustments between takes without reaching for screwdrivers.
Key Features
- Left-handed configuration with 8-string setup
- 25.5" to 27.5" multiscale neck for proper intonation across all strings
- Mahogany body with burl top and black 1-ply binding
- Maple neck with thin "C" profile thickness
- Rosewood fretboard with 24 jumbo frets and pearloid line inlays
- 20" fretboard radius (508mm)
- Hipshot 8-String Multiscale Fixed Bridge with black hardware
- Graph Tech XL Black Tusq nut (2.205" width)
- Schecter Diamond Heretic bridge and neck pickups
- 2-way adjustable truss rod with 5/32" Allen nut
- Volume/tone controls with 5-way pickup selector
- Includes Ernie Ball 8-String Skinny Top strings
The Omen Elite-8 MS LH combines meticulous multiscale design with professional-grade electronics and hardware, offering left-handed producers and engineers a stable, articulate platform for tracking extended-range tuning systems and capturing tonally precise recordings.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Left handed |
| Neck Construction | Bolt-On |
| Country of Manufacture | Indonesia |
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Add the matching hard caseSchecter C-Shaped Hardcase SGR-1C
At a Glance
The Schecter Omen Elite-8 MS Lefty is a precision left-handed 8-string multiscale designed to capture articulate, note-defined tones across an extended range without mud or tuning compromise. Its carefully engineered multiscale neck (25.5" to 27.5"), Graph Tech Tusq nut, and Hipshot bridge lock in stable intonation during recording sessions, while the dual Diamond Heretic pickups deliver controlled low-end and high-end clarity that translate cleanly to mix. Choose it for a left-handed 8-string that records tight, stays in tune through tracking, and gives you the extended-range palette for metal, djent, and progressive production.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Djent
- ✓ Progressive
- ✓ Extended Range
- ✓ Drop Tunings
Not the best pick for
- – Jazz
- – Blues
- – Country
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What does multiscale mean, and why does this guitar have it?
Multiscale means the fretboard spans different string lengths—in this case, 25.5" on the treble side to 27.5" on the bass side. This graduated design keeps all eight strings at proper intonation and tension, preventing the longer bass strings from sounding muddy or losing definition.
Is this suitable for drop tunings and extended-range genres?
Yes. The 8-string setup, multiscale neck geometry, Hipshot fixed bridge, and Graph Tech Tusq nut are all engineered for drop tunings, djent, metal, and progressive styles. The pickups deliver the articulate, controlled low-end response those genres demand.
How does the thin C-profile neck feel for extended-range playing?
The thin C-profile is designed to feel comfortable and natural in the hand while accommodating the wider, extended 8-string fingerboard. The 20" radius fretboard and graduated fret heights support the extended range without sacrificing playability or ergonomics.
What pickups come with this guitar, and can they handle high-gain?
It includes dual Schecter Diamond Heretic bridge and neck pickups, which deliver articulate high-end detail and controlled low-end response—ideal for high-gain, extended-range tones. Five-way switching and Grip Tip Speed Knobs allow quick tone adjustment during performance.
Does it come with strings?
Yes, it includes a set of Ernie Ball 8-String Skinny Top strings.
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