Schecter Damien Platinum-8 LH guitar in Satin Black
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- SCHECTER1188
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- Black
. Description
Sound & Tone
The mahogany body and set 3-piece maple neck give this 8-string a thick, sustaining midrange foundation, while the 28" extended scale keeps the lowest strings tight and defined rather than loose in drop tunings. Active EMG-808 humbuckers push a high-output, low-noise signal with sharp attack and clear note separation, so palm-muted riffs and fast tremolo passages stay articulate under heavy gain. It's aimed squarely at modern metal, djent and progressive players working in extended range, with the string-thru hardtail bridge adding firm, consistent attack and long decay.
Schecter Damien Platinum-8 Left-Handed Electric Guitar Satin Black
The Damien Platinum-8 LH is engineered for extended 8-string recording and production work, delivering the tonal clarity and structural stability needed for modern heavy music tracking. Its thin "C"-shaped neck and balanced mahogany body with set construction enable comfortable, precise playing during long studio sessions, while the 28" extended scale captures lower tunings with definition and sustain that translates cleanly in the mix. The satin black finish with platinum hardware presents a professional appearance in any recording environment, and factory setup means the instrument is immediately ready for session work.
Playability & Tonal Construction
Built on a double-cutaway mahogany body with a set 3-piece maple neck reinforced by carbon fiber rods, the Damien Platinum-8 provides the resonance and structural rigidity required for extended-range recording applications. The thin "C" neck profile measures .787" at the first fret and .866" at the 12th, paired with a 24-fret rosewood fingerboard with platinum bat inlays and a 20" fretboard radius that supports articulate, repeatable playing across the full 28" scale length—critical for consistent takes and overdubs.
Electronics & Hardware for Tracking
Dual EMG-808 active humbuckers provide the clarity and punch needed for modern production, with frequency response specifically designed for 8-string instruments and independent volume and tone controls accessed via a 3-way switch for quick session adjustments. The guitar features a Schecter Custom Hardtail bridge with string-thru-body design, Grover tuning machines, and TonePros tune-o-matic bridge hardware in satin chrome for tuning stability during multi-take recording sessions, while the Graph Tech XL Black Tusq nut (2.12" width) ensures precise intonation and sustain from the open strings—essential for layered rhythm and lead work.
Key Features
- Left-handed configuration with double-cutaway mahogany body
- Set-neck construction with 3-piece maple neck and carbon fiber reinforcement rods
- 28" extended scale length (711mm) for lower tunings
- Thin "C" neck shape: .787" @ 1st fret, .866" @ 12th fret
- 24-fret rosewood fingerboard with platinum bat inlays and 20" radius
- Graph Tech XL Black Tusq nut, 2.12" width
- Dual EMG-808 active humbuckers with 9-volt battery compartment
- Schecter Custom Hardtail bridge with string-thru-body design
- Grover tuning machines with TonePros hardware
- Satin chrome hardware and multi-ply body/fretboard binding
- Factory setup with full manufacturer warranty included
This instrument combines professional-grade electronics and hardware with ergonomic neck geometry optimized for extended-range studio tracking, making it a reliable choice for left-handed producers and engineers tracking heavy music with demanding low-end material.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Left handed |
| Neck Construction | Set-Neck |
| Country of Manufacture | Indonesia |
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Specifications
| Body Style | Single Cutaway |
|---|---|
| Scale Length | 28" Scale |
| Frets | 24 Frets |
| Fretboard | Rosewood |
| Neck Wood | Mahogany |
| Neck Construction | Set-Neck |
| Pickups | Active HH |
| Bridge | String-Through Body |
| Strings | 8 |
| Orientation | Left handed |
| Made In | Indonesia |
Who This Is For
| Best suited for | Metal, Djent, Progressive, Extended Range, Drop Tunings |
|---|---|
| Tonal character | Tight low end, articulate highs, clear definition, high output, aggressive character |
| Less specialized for | Blues, Jazz, Traditional Country (it will do it; instruments voiced for that style do it more easily) |
| Skill level | Intermediate / Advanced / Professional |
Frequently Asked Questions
What neck profile does this guitar have, and is it comfortable for extended playing?
The Damien Platinum-8 LH features a thin C-shaped neck measuring 0.787 inches at the 1st fret and 0.866 inches at the 12th, designed for smooth, responsive movement across the full 28-inch scale. This geometry is optimized for left-handed players working across all eight strings during long practice and performance sessions.
Will this guitar handle drop tunings and lower registers clearly?
Yes. The 28-inch extended scale length maintains clarity and definition in lower tunings without a floppy response, while the dual EMG-808 active humbuckers are voiced specifically for 8-string articulation. The carbon fiber-reinforced neck provides structural stability across the extended range.
What pickups and electronics are included?
The guitar is equipped with dual EMG-808 active humbuckers, controlled via independent volume and tone controls and a 3-way pickup selector. It includes a 9-volt battery compartment for the active electronics and a Graph Tech XL Black Tusq nut for articulate open-string response.
Is this guitar set up and ready to play out of the box?
Yes. The Damien Platinum-8 LH comes with factory setup and includes the full manufacturer warranty.
What genres and playing styles is this guitar best suited for?
This guitar is built for metal, djent, progressive, and extended-range playing that relies on drop tunings and tight low-end articulation. Its tone profile and 8-string configuration are not optimized for blues, jazz, or traditional country playing.
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. At a typical 7% rate that is an estimated $70 less at checkout than the same listed price on a marketplace, which collects sales tax as the facilitator in most states. Buyers remain responsible for any use tax their state applies. Free US shipping and 30-day returns are included.
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