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Schecter Banshee Mach-7 FR S Electric Guitar Ember Burst B-Stock vs Schecter Banshee Mach-6 Left-Handed Electric Guitar Ember Burst B-Stock
The Banshee Mach-7 FR S is a seven-string instrument with a longer 26.5" scale and Sustainiac neck pickup for harmonic effects, built for extended-range progressive metal. The Banshee Mach-6 LH is a left-handed six-string with a 25.5" scale and dual Lundgren pickups, suited for metal and hard rock players who need a standard-tuning platform.
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Schecter Banshee Mach-7 FR S Electric Guitar Ember Burst B-Stock
Schecter Banshee Mach-6 Left-Handed Electric Guitar Ember Burst B-Stock
Specs side by side
| Schecter Banshee Mach-7 FR S Electric Guitar Ember Burst B-Stock | Schecter Banshee Mach-6 Left-Handed Electric Guitar Ember Burst B-Stock | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $1,279.20 | $1,279.20 |
| Brand | Schecter | Schecter |
| Series | Schecter Banshee | Schecter Banshee |
| Body Type | Solid | Solid |
| Scale | 26.5" Scale | 25.5" Scale |
| Strings | 7 | 6 |
| Frets | 24 Frets | 24 Frets |
| Fretboard | Maple | Ebony |
| Neck | Maple | Maple |
| Bridge | Tremolo | Fixed |
| Year | 2020 | 2020 |
| Condition | Refurbished | Refurbished |
Why choose Schecter Banshee Mach-7 FR S Electric Guitar Ember Burst B-Stock
- ✓ Seven-string extended range with 26.5" scale for drop tunings and low-end articulation
- ✓ Sustainiac neck pickup with harmonic generation modes for textural effects
- ✓ Floyd Rose 1500 locking tremolo for advanced dynamic playing
- ✓ Specifically voiced for djent and progressive metal applications
Why choose Schecter Banshee Mach-6 Left-Handed Electric Guitar Ember Burst B-Stock
- ✓ Left-handed configuration serves southpaw players
- ✓ Dual high-output Lundgren M6 pickups for aggressive, consistent tone across both positions
- ✓ Standard six-string tuning broader appeal across metal and hard rock genres
- ✓ Swamp ash body with flamed maple top adds tonal warmth and visual appeal
Frequently asked questions
Why the different scale lengths between these two models?
The Mach-7 FR S uses a 26.5" scale to accommodate seven strings and enable lower, tighter tunings common in progressive metal and djent. The Mach-6 LH uses the standard 25.5" scale typical of six-string electric guitars. Scale length affects string tension, sustain, and intonation across extended ranges.
What's the pickup difference and how does it affect tone?
The Mach-7 FR S features a Sustainiac neck pickup with independent harmonic modes plus a Lundgren M7 bridge pickup, enabling special effects and textural variation. The Mach-6 LH uses matched Lundgren M6 pickups in both positions for consistency and aggression without effects capability. Choose effects if you want harmonic generation; choose matched pickups for straightforward high-output metal tone.
Can either guitar handle standard tunings?
The Mach-6 LH is optimized for standard and drop tunings on six strings. The Mach-7 FR S is designed for seven-string extended-range work and drop tunings but can play standard six-string tunings on its lower six strings if needed.
Are both B-stock units the same price?
Both are listed in the mid price tier, but B-stock pricing reflects specific cosmetic defects: the Mach-7 FR S has finish flake on headstock and back, while the Mach-6 LH has body colour blemish and a pencil line on the back. Check exact pricing for your comparison.