Schecter KM-7 MK-III Legacy guitar in Transparent Black Burst
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Schecter KM-7 MK-III Legacy Guitar Transparent Black Burst
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- SKU
- SCHECTER875
- Color
- Black
. Description
Sound & Tone
The mahogany body with flamed maple top and neck-thru construction gives this 7-string a thick, sustaining midrange foundation, while the ebony fretboard and 26.5" scale tighten up the low B and keep drop tunings defined rather than muddy. The Lundgren M7 humbuckers are high-output and articulate, pushing aggressive rhythm work through dense mixes without losing note separation, and the brass Hipshot hardtail adds firm attack and stable intonation. With a master volume and 3-way toggle, the voicing stays direct and focused — well suited to modern metal, djent, and progressive playing where fast technical passages and clear extended-range chording matter.
Schecter KM-7 MK-III Legacy Guitar Transparent Black Burst
The KM-7 MK-III delivers the playability and tonal definition essential for tracking and overdubbing extended-range material. Built with a Ultra Thin "C" neck profile and Radius Top contour, it excels during long session work and enables precise articulation for complex arrangements. Engineered in collaboration with Keith Merrow, this 7-string instrument combines striking visual character—the Transparent Black Burst finish over Mahogany with Flamed Maple top—with the tonal clarity and sustain that sits well in dense productions and heavy mix contexts.
Playability & Construction
The 3-piece Maple neck with carbon fiber rods ensures neck stability critical for accurate intonation across tracking takes, while the Ultra Thin "C" shape streamlines fast fingerwork and complex voicings. The extended 26.5" scale length maintains balanced string tension and definition on the lower strings, making it ideal for drop tunings and lower-range tracking applications. Twenty-four X-Jumbo Stainless Steel frets on an Ebony fretboard with a 12"-16" compound radius ensure smooth transitions from rhythm riffs to lead passages without fret noise or dead spots.
Tone & Electronics
The pair of Lundgren M7 humbuckers deliver high-output, articulate tones that cut through dense mixes with clarity and controlled sustain—ideal for layering and processing in the mix. A straightforward control scheme—master volume and 3-way toggle switch—enables quick tonal adjustments between takes, while the Hipshot hardtail bridge with solid brass construction guarantees pitch stability and consistent intonation across multiple recording sessions.
Key Features
- Body: Mahogany with Flamed Maple top, Transparent Black Burst finish
- Neck-thru body construction
- 3-piece Maple neck with carbon fiber rods
- Scale length: 26.5"
- Ultra Thin "C" neck shape; 0.748" at 1st fret, 0.787" at 12th fret
- 24 X-Jumbo Stainless Steel frets on Ebony fretboard with 12"-16" compound radius
- Lundgren M7 high-output humbuckers
- Hipshot hardtail bridge with solid brass construction
- Schecter locking tuners and Ernie Ball Compensated nut (48mm width)
- 3-way toggle switch with master volume control
- Luminlay glow-in-the-dark side dot markers
- Stock strung with Ernie Ball 7-String (.009/.011/.016/.026/.036/.046/.062)
The KM-7 MK-III stands as a production-grade instrument built for recording work, combining neck-thru rigidity, high-output electronics, and precise hardware specification for reliable studio performance and mix-ready tones.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
| Neck Construction | Neck-Thru-Body |
| Country of Manufacture | South Korea |
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Specifications
| Body Style | Single Cutaway |
|---|---|
| Scale Length | 26.5" Scale |
| Frets | 24 Frets |
| Fretboard | Ebony |
| Neck Wood | Maple |
| Neck Construction | Neck-Thru-Body |
| Bridge | Hipshot |
| Strings | 7 |
| Orientation | Right handed |
| Model Year | 2023 |
| Made In | South Korea |
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Progressive
- ✓ Djent
- ✓ Drop Tunings
- ✓ Extended Range
Not the best pick for
- – Jazz
- – Blues
- – Folk
Skill level: Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the KM-7 MK-III suitable for standard tuning and blues or jazz styles?
No—this guitar is purpose-built for metal, progressive, djent, and drop-tuning applications. Its high-output Lundgren M7 pickups, neck geometry, and 26.5" extended scale are optimized for articulate aggression and extended range clarity, making it a poor fit for jazz, blues, or folk styles.
What makes the neck construction so stable for fast playing?
The 3-piece maple neck features carbon fiber rods for reinforcement, paired with an Ultra Thin "C" profile (0.748" at the 1st fret, 0.787" at the 12th fret) that balances speed and control. Neck-thru body construction eliminates joint stress, and the 24 X-Jumbo stainless steel frets on an ebony fretboard with 12"-16" compound radius support rapid fingerwork and precise intonation across the entire fingerboard.
What pickups come with this guitar and how do they sound?
The KM-7 MK-III features a pair of Lundgren M7 high-output humbuckers engineered for articulate, cutting tones that slice through dense mixes with clarity and power—ideal for complex polyrhythmic and extended-range playing.
What hardware and tuning stability does the guitar offer?
The guitar includes a Hipshot hardtail bridge with solid brass construction for rock-solid tuning stability, Schecter locking tuners, and an Ernie Ball Compensated nut (48mm width). It ships strung with Ernie Ball 7-string gauge (.009/.011/.016/.026/.036/.046/.062).
What is the scale length and how does it affect playability?
The 26.5" scale length is longer than standard, providing extended range clarity and sustain across 7-string playing while supporting tight, articulate tones in drop tunings. This extended scale is standard for professional 7-string instruments and requires comfort with wider string spacing.
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