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Schecter Synyster Custom-S Distressed guitar in Distressed Satin Black vs Schecter KM-7 MK-III Legacy guitar in Transparent Black Burst
The Synyster Custom-S is a 6-string optimized for lead work and extreme tremolo effects with Floyd Rose floating bridge, while the KM-7 MK-III is a 7-string built for drop tunings and technical riffing with a hardtail bridge. Choose the Synyster for classic metal shredding and expressive vibrato techniques; choose the KM-7 for extended-range djent and modern progressive metal.
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Schecter Synyster Custom-S Distressed guitar in Distressed Satin Black
Schecter KM-7 MK-III Legacy guitar in Transparent Black Burst
Specs side by side
| Schecter Synyster Custom-S Distressed guitar in Distressed Satin Black | Schecter KM-7 MK-III Legacy guitar in Transparent Black Burst | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $1,999.00 | $1,999.00 |
| Brand | Schecter | Schecter |
| Series | Schecter Synyster Gates | Schecter Keith Merrow KM |
| Body | Single Cutaway | Single Cutaway |
| Body Type | Solid | Solid |
| Scale | 25.5" Scale | 26.5" Scale |
| Strings | 6 | 7 |
| Frets | 24 Frets | 24 Frets |
| Fretboard | Ebony | Ebony |
| Neck | Mahogany | Maple |
| Neck Construction | — | Neck-Thru-Body |
| Bridge | Floyd Rose Licensed | Hipshot |
| Year | 2024 | 2023 |
| Condition | New | New |
Why choose Schecter Synyster Custom-S Distressed guitar in Distressed Satin Black
- ✓ Floyd Rose 1500 locking bridge enables extreme whammy bar techniques and tuning stability through aggressive tremolo
- ✓ Sustainiac neck pickup unlocks infinite sustain and feedback-like tonal possibilities with dedicated mini switches
- ✓ Ultra-thin C neck with 41.3mm nut width optimized for lead work and intricate single-note passages
- ✓ Warm resonance from mahogany body paired with high-output aggression in bridge pickup
Why choose Schecter KM-7 MK-III Legacy guitar in Transparent Black Burst
- ✓ 7-string configuration with 26.5 inch scale provides extended range clarity ideal for drop tunings and djent
- ✓ Neck-thru construction with 3-piece maple neck and carbon fiber rods offers maximum stability for technical demands
- ✓ Hipshot hardtail bridge eliminates tuning issues from floating systems, prioritizing rock-solid reliability
- ✓ Lundgren M7 humbuckers deliver articulate cutting tone engineered to slice through dense modern mixes
Frequently asked questions
What's the main difference in string count and scale?
The Synyster Custom-S is a traditional 6-string with 25.5 inch scale optimized for standard and drop-D tuning flexibility. The KM-7 MK-III is a 7-string with 26.5 inch scale specifically engineered for extended range and aggressive drop tunings like drop-C and below.
Which is better for tremolo effects and whammy bar techniques?
The Synyster Custom-S features a Floyd Rose 1500 floating locking bridge that excels at extreme vibrato techniques and tuning stability through aggressive whammy bar use. The KM-7 uses a Hipshot hardtail bridge with no floating system, prioritizing tuning stability over whammy bar expressiveness.
How do the pickup systems differ?
The Synyster Custom-S pairs a USA Synyster Gates Signature humbucker in the bridge with a Sustainiac neck pickup featuring two dedicated mini switches for infinite sustain and feedback control. The KM-7 MK-III uses Lundgren M7 humbuckers on both positions with a simpler master volume and 3-way toggle for straightforward tone shaping.
Which guitar handles extended technical passages better?
The KM-7 MK-III is purpose-built for extended technical passages with neck-thru construction, compound fretboard radius (12-16 inches), and the extra 7th string for broader voicing options. The Synyster Custom-S excels at lead work and intricate single-note passages but is designed as a traditional 6-string instrument.