Schecter Demon-8 Electric Guitar Aged Black Satin
Description
Schecter Demon-8 Electric Guitar Aged Black Satin
The Demon-8 is a compact 8-string instrument engineered for extended-range recording and production work without excess bulk. Its thin 'C' neck profile and 28" scale deliver comfortable access across all frets while maintaining the extended low-end clarity that modern heavy and progressive productions demand. The aged black satin finish pairs understated aesthetics with practical durability in the studio environment.
Playability & Construction
Built on a basswood body with an arched top contour and finished in aged black satin, the Demon-8 uses a bolt-on design with aged crème binding for structural integrity and visual definition. The maple neck features carbon fiber reinforcement rods for stability during session tracking, while the wenge fretboard supports 24 X-Jumbo frets across a 28" scale, offering extended range with defined articulation on a 16" radius for precision tracking and layering. The Graph Tech XL Black Tusq nut and thin neck dimensions—0.787" at the 1st fret and 0.866" at the 12th—create a responsive platform for both standard voicings and tapping techniques in a mix.
Tone & Electronics
The Demon-8 employs a pair of Schecter Diamond Active HB-105S pickups wired to a simple volume/tone/3-way switch configuration, delivering controlled tonal range without excess complexity that translates cleanly through studio monitoring chains. Active electronics require a 9-volt battery and yield consistent output across the instrument's extended frequency range, critical for maintaining coherent low-end definition across multiple takes and overdubs. The Schecter Custom Hardtail bridge with string-through body design maximizes sustain and tuning stability, essential for capturing locked, punchy recordings and minimizing re-takes due to intonation drift.
Key Features
- Body material: Basswood with arched top contour
- Finish: Aged Black Satin with aged crème 1-ply binding
- Neck: Maple with carbon fiber reinforcement rods; thin 'C' profile
- Fretboard: Wenge with 24 X-Jumbo frets and 16" radius
- Scale length: 28" (711mm)
- Inlays: Grey Pearloid Gothic Crosses
- Nut: Graph Tech XL Black Tusq, 2.125" width
- Pickups: Schecter Diamond Active HB-105S (bridge and neck)
- Bridge: Schecter Custom Hardtail with string-through body design
- Hardware: Black Chrome tuners and hardware
- Electronics: Volume/Tone/3-way switch with 9-volt battery compartment
- Truss rod: 2-way adjustable with 5/32" Allen nut
This right-handed instrument combines extended-range capability with a playable, ergonomic design that prioritizes fret access and tonal consistency across all eight strings, making it ideal for production work demanding both powerful bottom-end and articulate upper-register definition.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
| Country of Manufacture | Indonesia |
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At a Glance
The Demon-8 is an 8-string extended-range guitar engineered to capture tight, articulate low-end definition and high-output punch in the studio without muddiness or feedback issues. Its active electronics, wenge fretboard with 24 X-Jumbo frets, and 16" radius deliver consistent tone and articulation across all strings, making it ideal for recording metal, djent, and progressive sessions where clarity and extended frequency response matter. The thin neck and responsive platform support both standard and tapping techniques, simplifying overdub and layering workflows.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Djent
- ✓ Progressive
- ✓ Extended Range
Not the best pick for
- – Jazz
- – Traditional Blues
- – Folk
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What neck profile and dimensions make this guitar comfortable for 8-string playing?
The Demon-8 features a thin 'C' neck profile measuring 0.787" at the 1st fret and 0.866" at the 12th fret, paired with a 28" scale length and 16" radius fretboard. This geometry delivers extended fret access without excess bulk, and the carbon fiber reinforcement rods provide stability across all eight strings.
What pickups does it use and do they require batteries?
The Demon-8 uses a pair of Schecter Diamond Active HB-105S pickups wired to a simple volume/tone/3-way switch configuration. Active electronics require a single 9-volt battery, which powers consistent output across the extended frequency range.
How does the hardtail bridge affect tuning stability and sustain?
The Schecter Custom Hardtail bridge with string-through body design maximizes both sustain and tuning stability, eliminating the tuning drift that can occur with tremolo systems during aggressive or extended-range playing.
What genres and playing styles is this guitar best suited for?
The Demon-8 is engineered for metal, djent, progressive, and other extended-range genres that benefit from tight low-end articulation and high output. Its tone profile and playability are not optimized for jazz, traditional blues, or folk music.
What materials and construction methods are used?
The body is basswood with an arched top contour and aged black satin finish, while the neck is maple with carbon fiber reinforcement rods and a thin 'C' profile. The fretboard is wenge with 24 X-Jumbo frets, and the bolt-on design with aged crème binding provides structural integrity and visual definition.
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