Schecter Damien-8 Multiscale LH guitar in Satin Black
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Schecter Damien-8 Multiscale Lefty Electric Guitar
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- SKU
- SCHECTER2479
- Color
- Black
. Description
Sound & Tone
The mahogany body and bolt-on maple neck give the Damien-8 a firm, focused voice, while the 25.5" to 27.5" multiscale layout keeps the low strings tight and defined rather than loose or muddy. Dual Schecter Diamond Heretic pickups push an aggressive, articulate midrange that stays legible in dense mixes, with the push-pull tone control and 3-way switch offering some room to thin things out for cleaner passages. It's aimed squarely at metal, djent, and progressive rock players who need eight-string range with clear note separation, built in a genuine left-handed configuration.
Schecter Damien-8 Multiscale Lefty Electric Guitar
The Damien-8 Multiscale Lefty captures articulate, controlled tonality across all eight strings, engineered specifically for left-handed studio players tracking metal, djent, progressive rock, and extended-range material. Its ergonomic mahogany body and multiscale fretboard design maintain consistent string tension from the deepest lows to the highest frequencies, allowing precise articulation and clarity in dense mixes. The thin "C" neck profile with carbon fiber reinforcement eliminates the ergonomic compromises that often plague southpaw instruments, enabling fast tracking sessions and detailed takes without fatigue or intonation drift.
Playability & Construction
The maple neck with carbon fiber rods maintains rock-solid stability through long recording sessions, while the 25.5" to 27.5" multiscale design keeps string tension even across all eight strings without neck cramping or awkward reach. Twenty-four jumbo frets on a 20" radius rosewood fretboard facilitate quick position changes and accurate intonation tracking, while the graphite nut and 2-way truss rod system ensure the instrument stays in spec under the demands of studio work and varied playing dynamics.
Recording & Tonal Character
Dual Schecter Diamond Heretic pickups deliver articulate, aggressive voicing that cuts through heavy arrangements without losing definition or harmonic clarity in the mix. The volume and push-pull tone control with 3-way switching provides quick tonal adjustment between takes, while metal hardware throughout ensures structural rigidity and sustain consistency for tight, controlled recording performance.
Key Features
- Mahogany body with arched top and bolt-on construction
- Maple neck with carbon fiber reinforcement rods
- Thin "C" neck profile: 0.787" at 1st fret, 0.866" at 12th fret
- 24 jumbo frets on rosewood fretboard with 20" radius
- Multiscale design: 25.5" to 27.5" (left-handed configuration)
- 2.205" graphite nut with 2-way adjustable truss rod
- Hipshot 8-string multiscale left-handed fixed bridge
- Dual Schecter Diamond Heretic pickups
- Volume/tone (push-pull) with 3-way selector switch
- Metal knurled control knobs with set screws
- Black hardware throughout
- Grey pearloid bat inlays with side dot markers
The Damien-8 Multiscale Lefty combines meticulous spec work with genuine left-handed ergonomics, making it a professional-grade studio instrument for producers who demand both extended range capability and uncompromised playability.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Left handed |
| Neck Construction | Bolt-On |
| Country of Manufacture | Indonesia |
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Specifications
| Body Style | Single Cutaway |
|---|---|
| Scale Length | 25.5" Scale |
| Frets | 24 Frets |
| Fretboard | Rosewood |
| Neck Wood | Maple |
| Neck Construction | Bolt-On |
| Bridge | Hipshot |
| Strings | 8 |
| Orientation | Left handed |
| Model Year | 2023 |
| Made In | Indonesia |
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Djent
- ✓ Progressive
- ✓ Extended Range
Not the best pick for
- – Jazz
- – Traditional Blues
- – Acoustic Folk
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this guitar suitable for left-handed players, or is it just a cosmetic left-handed look?
This is a genuinely left-handed instrument with proper ergonomic design—the thin "C" neck profile, multiscale fretboard, and Hipshot 8-string left-handed fixed bridge are all spec'd for southpaw players. No compromises: body, hardware, and string configuration eliminate the playability issues that come with converted right-handed designs.
What genres and playing styles is this guitar built for?
The Damien-8 Multiscale Lefty excels in metal, djent, progressive rock, and extended-range work where articulation and clarity are essential. The Schecter Diamond Heretic pickups deliver aggressive voicing that cuts through dense mixes, making it less suited to jazz, traditional blues, or acoustic-folk applications.
How does the multiscale design work, and why does it matter?
The multiscale fretboard ranges from 25.5" at the treble side to 27.5" at the bass side, maintaining consistent string tension across all eight strings without cramping the neck feel. This keeps the lowest frequencies tight and articulate while preserving playability on the higher strings, critical for metal and djent precision.
What's included in the electronics, and can I dial in different tones?
The guitar features dual Schecter Diamond Heretic pickups, a volume control, and a push-pull tone knob with 3-way switching, giving you essential tonal flexibility between aggressive and articulate voicings. Metal knurled control knobs and black hardware throughout reinforce structural integrity and sustain.
What's the neck construction like, and how stable is it?
The maple neck is reinforced with carbon fiber rods and features a thin "C" profile (0.787" at the 1st fret, 0.866" at the 12th fret) designed for fast movement and comfortable intonation. A 2-way adjustable truss rod and graphite nut ensure the instrument stays dialed in under real-world playing conditions.
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