Schecter Demon-8 guitar in Aged Black Satin
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- SCHECTER3663
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- Black
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Description
Sound & Tone
With a 28" scale and a pair of Schecter Diamond Active HB-105S humbuckers, the Demon-8 delivers a tight, focused low end that keeps the extended range clear and articulate even under heavy gain. The basswood body, maple neck and wenge fretboard give it a balanced, punchy voice, and the string-through hardtail adds sustain to chugging riffs and held chords alike. The thin 'C' neck, flat 16" radius and X-Jumbo frets suit djent, progressive metal and modern extended-range styles, from palm-muted low-string grooves to fast lead work and tapping.
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 |
| Neck Construction | Bolt-On |
| Country of Manufacture | Indonesia |
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Specifications
| Scale Length | 28" Scale |
|---|---|
| Frets | 24 Frets |
| Fretboard | Wenge |
| Neck Wood | Maple |
| Neck Construction | Bolt-On |
| Bridge | String-Through Body |
| Strings | 8 |
| Orientation | Right handed |
| Made In | Indonesia |
Who This Is For
| Best suited for | Metal, Progressive, Extended Range, Drop Tunings |
|---|---|
| Tonal character | Tight low end, controlled output, consistent across extended range, articulate highs |
| Less specialized for | Blues, Country, Folk (it will do it; instruments voiced for that style do it more easily) |
| Skill level | Intermediate / Advanced / Professional |
Frequently Asked Questions
What skill level is the Demon-8 suited for?
The Demon-8 is built for intermediate to advanced players and professionals. Its thin 'C' neck and responsive fretboard support both standard playing and tapping techniques, though the extended 8-string range and active electronics demand familiarity with extended-range tuning and setup.
What genres and tunings is this guitar best for?
The Demon-8 excels in metal, progressive, and drop-tuning applications where extended low-end clarity is essential. Its tight, controlled tone and articulate highs are optimized for extended range; it is not recommended for blues, country, or folk styles.
What pickups and electronics are included?
The Demon-8 features a pair of Schecter Diamond Active HB-105S pickups wired to a simple volume/tone/3-way switch configuration, powered by a 9-volt battery. Active electronics provide consistent output across the extended frequency range with minimal noise.
How does the 28-inch scale affect playability and tone?
The 28" scale length enables comfortable fret access across all eight strings while delivering extended low-end clarity without muddiness. Combined with the thin 'C' neck profile, it creates a responsive platform that balances extended-range capability with practical ergonomics.
What hardware and construction features ensure tuning stability?
The Schecter Custom Hardtail bridge with string-through body design maximizes sustain and tuning stability, while the maple neck with carbon fiber reinforcement rods and 2-way adjustable truss rod provide structural integrity for aggressive playing and drop tunings.
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 $49 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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