Schecter Damien Platinum-8 LH guitar in Satin Black
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- SKU
- SCHECTER1188
- Color
- 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
Great for
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Progressive
- ✓ Drop Tunings
- ✓ Extended Range
Not the best pick for
- – Jazz
- – Traditional Blues
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this guitar suitable for left-handed players new to 8-strings?
This Damien is rated for intermediate to advanced players and is optimized for genres like metal and progressive music; it's not designed for jazz or traditional blues. The thin C-shaped neck and extended 28-inch scale reward players comfortable with drop tunings and extended range, so previous experience with 8-strings or extended-range instruments is recommended.
What tunings can the 28-inch scale handle?
The 28-inch extended scale is built for lower tunings and provides clarity and definition across the range. The dual EMG-808 pickups are voiced specifically for 8-string articulation, making the guitar a reliable choice for drop tunings and extended range contexts.
What pickups and electronics are included?
The guitar features dual EMG-808 active humbuckers with independent volume and tone controls accessed via a 3-way switch, plus a 9-volt battery compartment. Hardware includes a Schecter Custom Hardtail bridge with string-thru-body design, Grover tuning machines, and TonePros tune-o-matic bridge hardware in satin chrome.
Does it come factory-setup and ready to play?
Yes, the Damien Platinum-8 LH ships factory-setup and ready to perform, with a full manufacturer warranty included, so you can play it out of the box.
How does the neck feel compared to other 8-strings?
The thin C-shaped neck measures 0.787 inches at the first fret and 0.866 inches at the 12th fret, paired with a 20-inch fretboard radius for smooth, responsive playability. The 3-piece maple neck is reinforced by carbon fiber rods for structural stability across the full 28-inch scale length.
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