Schecter Sunset-7 ET Red Dawn guitar in Gloss Black
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- Brand new in original box
- Full Schecter manufacturer's warranty
- Free shipping in the continental US
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- SKU
- SCHECTER3893
. Description
Sound & Tone
The 27-inch baritone scale keeps low tunings tight and articulate on the seventh string, while the basswood body and ebony fingerboard lend a focused midrange with a firm, quick attack. Twin Fishman Fluence active humbuckers move from clean, balanced clarity to dense high-gain saturation, and the three selectable voices via the 5-way blade and push-pull volume give you several distinct flavors without changing guitars. It suits modern metal, djent and progressive rhythm work where percussive low-end definition and consistent intonation under heavy string tension matter most.
Schecter Sunset-7 ET Red Dawn Baritone 7-String Electric Guitar – Gloss Black
The Sunset-7 ET delivers a slim, fast neck profile that eliminates fatigue during long tracking and overdub sessions, while its 27-inch baritone scale accommodates lower tunings and heavy rhythmic content with full, articulate resonance. Purpose-built for producers and engineers working with extended-range riffs, this instrument pairs precision hardware and active electronics that stay locked in across multiple takes and session variations.
Playability & Hardware
The Ultra Thin C neck profile and 16-inch fingerboard radius enable comfortable rapid movement across the fretboard and support low-action setups ideal for tracking without excessive finger noise. Schecter locking tuners and the EverTune bridge maintain absolute intonation across the entire 7-string span under heavy string tension, eliminating tuning drift between takes, while stainless steel frets resist wear and corrosion for consistent playability and tone throughout long session runs.
Tone & Recording Character
The paired Fishman Fluence active humbucking pickups offer three selectable voices via 5-way blade switch with push-pull master volume control, delivering flexible tonal options from articulate, balanced clarity to saturated, aggressive punch—all switchable mid-session without leaving the instrument. A Graph Tech Black TUSQ XL nut ensures precise string spacing and sustain across all seven strings, capturing definition and presence in the mix.
Key Features
- Body: Basswood construction
- Neck: 3-piece maple with Ultra Thin C profile
- Fingerboard: Ebony with 16-inch radius
- 24 stainless steel frets
- Scale length: 27 inches (baritone tuning)
- Pickups: 2 Fishman Fluence active humbuckers with three selectable voices
- 5-way blade switch with push-pull master volume control
- EverTune bridge for intonation stability
- Schecter locking tuners
- Graph Tech Black TUSQ XL nut
- 7-string configuration
- Gloss Black finish
The Sunset-7 ET Red Dawn combines baritone-scale authority with locking bridge hardware and multi-voice active electronics—a complete tool for capturing stable, articulate extended-range recordings and switching tonal character during production.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
| Country of Manufacture | South Korea |
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Specifications
| Scale Length | 27" Scale |
|---|---|
| Frets | 24 Frets |
| Fretboard | Ebony |
| Neck Wood | Maple |
| Strings | 7 |
| Orientation | Right handed |
| Made In | South Korea |
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Djent
- ✓ Progressive
- ✓ Drop Tunings
- ✓ Extended Range
Not the best pick for
- – Jazz
- – Folk
- – Country
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What tunings does this 7-string handle?
The 27-inch baritone scale is designed for aggressive, extended tunings including B standard and lower. The EverTune bridge and Schecter locking tuners maintain rock-solid intonation across heavy string tension and demanding applications.
Can I shape tone with the pickups?
Yes. The Fishman Fluence active humbuckers offer three selectable voices via the 5-way blade switch, letting you dial in everything from balanced clarity to saturated aggression. A push-pull master volume control adds further shaping options.
How fast is the neck for position changes?
The Ultra Thin C profile and 16-inch fingerboard radius are designed to minimize fatigue during extended sessions and support rapid positional movement, making it ideal for technical metal and progressive playing.
Will the frets hold up over time?
The 24 stainless steel frets resist wear and corrosion, offering long-term durability even under the heavy playing and aggressive tuning that extended-range guitars endure.
What comes stock on this guitar?
The guitar includes Schecter locking tuners, an EverTune bridge for intonation stability, a Graph Tech Black TUSQ XL nut for precise string spacing and sustain, and Fishman Fluence active pickups with a 5-way blade switch and push-pull master volume.
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