Schecter Keith Merrow KM-7 MK-III Artist L guitar in Lagoon Fade
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Schecter KM-7 MK-III Artist Guitar Lagoon Fade
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- SKU
- SCHECTER878
- Color
- Blue
. Description
Sound & Tone
Hand-wound Lundgren M7 passive humbuckers give this 7-string a tight, articulate attack with plenty of midrange punch, while the swamp ash body, poplar burl top and 9-piece wenge/maple/purpleheart neck-through add sustain and clarity that keeps low-string riffing defined rather than muddy. The 26.5" extended scale and ebony fretboard tighten string tension for low tunings, favoring precise palm-muted rhythms and clean note separation in fast passages. Coil-splitting via the mini-switch thins things out for cleaner, more transparent tones, making it suited to progressive metal, djent, and modern fusion playing.
Schecter KM-7 MK-III Artist Guitar Lagoon Fade
The KM-7 MK-III Artist is engineered to capture articulate, punchy tone across a wide frequency spectrum with the stability and sustain required for serious studio sessions. This extended-range 7-string instrument features an ultra-thin neck profile and perfectly balanced construction that enables precise tracking and layering without fatigue across extended takes. Hand-crafted build quality and premium components ensure consistent performance and tonal definition through demanding recording workflows in progressive metal, djent, and modern fusion contexts.
Recording Performance & Build
The ultra-thin C neck profile with 26.5" extended scale length facilitates rapid position changes and expansive intervals across seven strings, essential for overdub accuracy and alternate tuning flexibility. The 9-piece neck-through construction using wenge, maple, and purpleheart with carbon fiber reinforcement rods delivers the harmonic clarity and sustain that translates well through mixing, while the 12"-16" compound radius ebony fretboard with 24 X-Jumbo stainless steel frets maintains consistent intonation from low positions through the upper register—critical for polishing takes during post-production.
Pickup Character & Studio Versatility
Hand-wound Lundgren M7 passive humbucking pickups deliver the articulate, punchy response that cuts clearly in dense mixes, with onboard controls including a 3-way pickup selector toggle and mini-switch for coil-split tonal shaping across layers and instruments. The Hipshot bridge and Hipshot Grip-Lock tuners ensure precise intonation and tuning stability across the extended range—critical assets for multi-take sessions and alternate tuning changes.
Key Features
- Swamp ash body with poplar burl top and Lagoon Fade finish
- 9-piece neck-through design with carbon fiber reinforcement rods
- Ultra-thin C neck profile with 26.5" extended scale length
- Ebony fretboard with 24 X-Jumbo stainless steel frets
- 12"-16" compound radius for smooth playability across all positions
- 48mm nut width (1.89") optimized for seven-string spacing
- Hand-wound Lundgren M7 passive humbucking pickups
- Master Volume, 3-way pickup toggle, and coil-split mini-switch
- Hipshot Grip-Lock tuners and Hipshot bridge hardware
- Luminlay glow-in-the-dark side dots for fretboard reference
- Manufactured in South Korea
The KM-7 MK-III combines professional-grade construction with accessible ergonomics, delivering the tonal clarity and tuning stability required for studio-ready extended-range tracking and layering.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
| Neck Construction | Neck-Thru-Body |
| Country of Manufacture | South Korea |
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Specifications
| Body Style | Double Cutaway |
|---|---|
| Scale Length | 26.5" Scale |
| Frets | 24 Frets |
| Fretboard | Ebony |
| Neck Wood | Wenge |
| Neck Construction | Neck-Thru-Body |
| Pickups | HH |
| Bridge | Hipshot |
| Strings | 7 |
| Orientation | Right handed |
| Model Year | 2023 |
| Made In | South Korea |
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Progressive
- ✓ Djent
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Modern Fusion
- ✓ Extended Range
Not the best pick for
- – Blues
- – Country
- – Folk
Skill level: Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What neck profile does this have, and is it comfortable for extended-range playing?
The KM-7 MK-III features an ultra-thin C neck profile with a 26.5" extended scale length and 48mm nut width optimized for seven-string spacing. The thin profile reduces hand fatigue during rapid position shifts and expansive intervals, making it purpose-built for extended-range technique.
What pickups are in this guitar, and can I dial in different tones?
Hand-wound Lundgren M7 passive humbucking pickups deliver articulate, punchy response across a wide frequency spectrum. On-board controls include a 3-way pickup toggle and a coil-split mini-switch for added tonal versatility without swapping pickups.
How is the neck constructed, and why does that matter?
The 9-piece neck-through design uses wenge, maple, and purpleheart with carbon fiber reinforcement rods, providing exceptional stability and sustain while ensuring tuning precision across the extended range. This construction also reduces neck flex during aggressive playing.
Is this guitar suitable for genres like blues or country?
No; the KM-7 MK-III is optimized for progressive metal, djent, and modern fusion. Its tone profile, extended scale, and seven-string configuration are engineered for contemporary extended-range styles rather than traditional blues or country contexts.
What hardware does it use, and how reliable is it for touring?
The guitar ships with a Hipshot Grip-Lock tuners and Hipshot bridge hardware, both designed for precise intonation and tuning stability across the extended range. These components are trusted in professional touring environments for dependable performance night after night.
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