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Schecter Tempest 50th Anniversary LH guitar in Gold Burst vs Schecter John Browne Tao-7 guitar in Ozone Burst
The Tempest 50th Anniversary LH is a versatile, left-handed through-body rock and metal workhorse with balanced tone and excellent upper-fret access, while the John Browne Tao-7 is a specialized 7-string extended-range instrument built for technical metal and progressive players who need lower tunings and aggressive high-gain voicing. Choose the Tempest if you play standard 6-string rock/metal genres and need left-handed access; choose the Tao-7 if you need seven strings and extended downtuning capability.
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Schecter Tempest 50th Anniversary LH guitar in Gold Burst
Schecter John Browne Tao-7 guitar in Ozone Burst
Specs side by side
| Schecter Tempest 50th Anniversary LH guitar in Gold Burst | Schecter John Browne Tao-7 guitar in Ozone Burst | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $1,749.00 | $1,749.00 |
| Brand | Schecter | Schecter |
| Series | Schecter Tempest | Schecter John Browne Tao |
| Scale | 25.5" Scale | 27" Scale |
| Strings | 6 | 7 |
| Frets | 22 Frets | 24 Frets |
| Fretboard | Ebony | Ebony |
| Neck | Maple | Wenge |
| Neck Construction | Neck-Thru-Body | Bolt-On |
| Bridge | Tune-O-Matic | Hipshot |
| Year | Unknown | Unknown |
| Condition | New | New |
Why choose Schecter Tempest 50th Anniversary LH guitar in Gold Burst
- ✓ Left-handed configuration—rare and necessary for left-handed players
- ✓ Through-body construction enhances sustain and resonance
- ✓ Ultra Access heel carve improves upper-fret playability on a 6-string
- ✓ Balanced tone suits hard rock, rock, and metal without specialization
Why choose Schecter John Browne Tao-7 guitar in Ozone Burst
- ✓ Seven-string extended range enables lower tunings and modern metal/djent voicing
- ✓ 27-inch scale length maintains articulate tension in downtuned contexts
- ✓ Carbon fiber-reinforced neck provides speed and stability for technical playing
- ✓ Aggressive high-gain electronics (ChaosBreaker-7 bridge) tailored to metal and progressive genres
Frequently asked questions
What is the main structural difference between these two guitars?
The Tempest is a 6-string, through-body design with a compound radius neck; the Tao-7 is a 7-string, bolt-on design with a 27-inch scale and carbon fiber reinforcement. The Tempest emphasizes resonance across standard tunings, while the Tao-7 is engineered for extended range and downtuned metal applications.
Which guitar is better for a left-handed player?
Only the Tempest 50th Anniversary is offered in left-handed configuration. The Tao-7 appears to be right-handed only based on available descriptions.
How do the pickup sets differ and what tone should I expect?
The Tempest uses Schecter Sunset Strip and Pasadena Classic Anniversary humbuckers for articulate midrange and balanced low end. The Tao-7 pairs a Colossus-7 neck pickup with a ChaosBreaker-7 bridge for aggressive high-gain and thick cleans optimized for metal. The Tao-7 is voiced more aggressively; the Tempest is more tonally neutral.
Can the Tao-7 handle standard tuning, or is it only for downtuned metal?
While the Tao-7's 27-inch scale and 7-string configuration are designed for extended range and lower tunings, the guitar can technically be tuned higher. However, its electronics and voice are specifically engineered for metal and progressive high-gain applications, making it less versatile for blues, jazz, or traditional rock than the Tempest.