Schecter Banshee Mach-7 FR S Electric Guitar Ember Burst B-Stock
• Minor clear coat delamination on headstock tip and back body.
• Purely cosmetic with zero impact on playability or durability.
• 100% functionally perfect and includes full manufacturer warranty
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Description
Schecter Banshee Mach-7 FR S Electric Guitar Ember Burst B-Stock
The Banshee Mach-7 FR S captures articulate, defined high-end content across a seven-string palette, with its ultrathin U-shaped neck and 26.5" scale length optimized for extended range tracking and layering. The neck-through construction with roasted maple and purpleheart provides tonal stability and sustain that translates clearly through tape, while the compound radius ebony fretboard accommodates both intricate lead passes and open voicings in the same session without setup compromise. This B-stock unit shows finish flake on the headstock tip and lower back, reflected in the pricing.
Playability & Construction
The five-ply roasted maple and purpleheart neck is reinforced with two carbon fiber rods, creating a rigid platform that resists twisting and maintains consistent intonation under the demands of extended sessions and heavy string tension. An ultrathin U profile at the first fret measures 0.748" and maintains consistent thickness across the fingerboard, enabling rapid position shifts and reduced hand fatigue during overdub-heavy production days. The 24 X-jumbo stainless steel frets paired with a 12"-16" compound radius ebony fretboard deliver clean, percussive attack definition across the full seven-string range.
Electronics & Tonal Character
The Sustainiac neck pickup and Lundgren M7 bridge pickup configuration delivers harmonic generation capability through independent switching—the Sustainiac offers fundamental, mix, and harmonic modes accessible via dedicated controls, expanding textural options for layered arrangements and atmospheric sections. A Floyd Rose 1500 locking tremolo maintains pitch stability across dynamic performance and diverse tracking takes, while Grover Rotomatic 18:1 tuners with a 1.874" nut width ensure precise intonation across all seven strings, critical for seamless multi-track blending.
Key Features
- Swamp ash body with flamed maple top, neck-through construction
- Roasted maple and purpleheart five-ply neck with two carbon fiber reinforcement rods
- Ultrathin U neck shape: 0.748" at first fret, 0.787" at twelfth fret
- 26.5" (673mm) scale length for seven-string extended range
- 24 X-jumbo stainless steel frets on ebony fretboard
- 12"-16" compound radius for balanced playability across the fingerboard
- Offset/reverse Roman numeral inlays with Luminlay glow-in-the-dark side dot markers
- Sustainiac neck pickup with Lundgren M7 bridge pickup
- Floyd Rose 1500 series locking tremolo bridge and nut
- Grover Rotomatic 18:1 tuners with black chrome hardware
- Ember Burst finish with black 1-ply binding
- Manufactured in South Korea
This instrument pairs extended-range versatility with road-tested hardware and harmonic generation capabilities, making it an asset for recording progressive arrangements, modern metal production, and sessions demanding seven-string flexibility without sonic compromise.
This specific B-Stock unit features minor cosmetic imperfections: small clear coat delamination on the tip of the headstock and at the back of the body. These marks are purely superficial and have absolutely zero impact on the playability, tone, or structural integrity of the guitar. Acquire this premium seven-string instrument at a significant B-Stock discount while maintaining full manufacturer warranty coverage.
More Information
| Condition | Refurbished |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
| Country of Manufacture | South Korea |
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About this B-Stock unit
| Condition | B-Stock - cosmetic blemish, fully functional |
|---|---|
| Price vs new | $320 under the new unit ($1,599) |
Prefer a brand-new one? Schecter Banshee Mach-7 FR S Electric Guitar Ember Burst is in the catalog at $1,599.
Specifications
| Scale Length | 26.5" Scale |
|---|---|
| Frets | 24 Frets |
| Fretboard | Maple |
| Neck Wood | Maple |
| Bridge | Tremolo |
| Strings | 7 |
| Orientation | Right handed |
| Model Year | 2020 |
| Made In | South Korea |
Who This Is For
| Best suited for | Progressive Metal, Djent, Extended Range, Drop Tunings, Studio Sessions |
|---|---|
| Tonal character | Articulate cleans, harmonic generation, sustained sustain, tight low end, responsive note definition |
| Less specialized for | Jazz, Country, Folk (it will do it; instruments voiced for that style do it more easily) |
| Skill level | Advanced / Professional |
Frequently Asked Questions
What does B-Stock mean, and does it affect the guitar's playability or tone?
B-Stock indicates this unit has minor cosmetic imperfections: small clear coat delamination on the headstock tip and lower back. These are purely superficial blemishes with zero impact on playability, tone, or structural integrity. The guitar maintains full manufacturer warranty coverage and plays and sounds identical to a new unit.
Is this guitar suitable for tunings lower than standard?
Yes. The 26.5" scale length, ultrathin U-shaped neck with carbon fiber reinforcement, and 1.874" nut width are purpose-built for seven-string extended range and drop tunings. The Floyd Rose 1500 locking tremolo and Grover 18:1 tuners maintain precise intonation across heavy string tension.
What pickup modes does the Sustainiac neck pickup offer?
The Sustainiac neck pickup features fundamental, mix, and harmonic modes accessible via dedicated controls, enabling harmonic generation and overtone control independent of the Lundgren M7 bridge pickup.
How does the compound-radius fretboard work for both lead and chord playing?
The 12"-16" compound radius is flatter in the middle for easier open chord shapes and closer string spacing, then gradually curves toward the body to provide clearance and articulation for faster lead work higher up the neck.
What materials stabilize the neck under heavy string tension?
The five-ply roasted maple and purpleheart neck is reinforced with two carbon fiber rods, creating a rigid platform that resists twisting and warping. The neck-through construction further anchors the structure to the swamp ash body for maximum sustain and stability.
Do I pay sales tax on this order?
Sales tax is collected only on orders shipped to California; orders shipped to any other US state are not charged sales tax at checkout when you buy direct from our website. Marketplaces collect sales tax as the facilitator in most states, so the same listed price can cost more there. Buyers remain responsible for any use tax their state applies. Free US shipping and 30-day returns are included.
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