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Schecter Keith Merrow KM-7 MKIII Artist L 7-String Guitar

The Schecter KM-7 MK III Artist L delivers stunning & superb craftsmanship. Featuring a 9-piece neck with ebony fretboard, compound radius, & handmade Lundgren M7 humbuckers. In Lagoon Fade

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    Schecter Keith Merrow KM-7 MKIII Artist L

    If you’re looking for a guitar that captures the vibe of a Caribbean vacation but delivers the sound of pure chaos, the Schecter Keith Merrow KM-7 MKIII Artist L is it. Designed by a technical metal legend, this instrument is the result of expert craftsmanship and limitless creativity. Built for speed and precision, it’s engineered to handle the demands of even the fastest, most technical players with ease.

    Schecter Keith Merrow KM-7 MKIII Artist L Layered to Perfection

    Layered to Perfection

    First impressions matter, and this guitar dresses to impress. The body is a resonant Swamp Ash topped with a Poplar Burl that looks like a topographical map of an alien planet. But it’s not just about vanity; the construction is a masterclass in stability. The neck-through design ensures that when you hit a note, it sustains longer than your average Monday meeting.

    • Eye-Catching Design: The Poplar Burl top in a Lagoon Fade finish ensures you look as good as you sound — even with your "guitar face" on.
    • Clear, Punchy Tone: A Swamp Ash body provides tight, focused lows for well-defined bass notes.
    • Unbeatable Sustain: The neck-thru construction offers sustain that far surpasses traditional bolt-on designs.

    A Neck Built for Speed

    The neck on this beast is an engineering marvel. It’s crafted from nine pieces of Wenge, Maple, and Purple Heart, reinforced with carbon fiber. It’s carved into an Ultra-Thin "C" profile that practically plays itself, allowing you to fly up and down the fretboard with zero resistance. It’s fast, smooth, and more stable than most of us are before our morning coffee.

    • 9-Piece Wenge/Maple/Purple Heart Neck: This isn't just visually stunning; it's incredibly rigid, meaning it won’t warp when the weather changes. More reliable than a weather forecaster.
    • Ebony Fretboard & Stainless-Steel Frets: Bending strings feels as effortless as sliding on ice (but, you know, warmer and without the risk of falling).
    • Luminlay Side Dots: For those moments on the darkest, moodiest stages, these glow-in-the-dark dots make sure you don't accidentally play a G# when you meant A. We've all been there.
    Schecter Keith Merrow KM-7 MKIII Artist L A Neck Built for Speed
    Schecter Keith Merrow KM-7 MKIII Artist L Tone It Up or Tone It Down

    Tone It Up or Tone It Down

    Let’s talk about the noise. This guitar is equipped with Keith Merrow’s signature Lundgren M7 humbuckers. These pickups are famous for their ability to articulate complex chords even under heavy distortion. They don’t just handle high gain; they thrive in it. Plus, with the coil-split options, you can go from "wall of sound" to "sparkling clean" with the flick of a switch.

    • Precision Aggression: The Lundgren M7 pickups offer high output without sacrificing clarity, so every note in your chord is audible.
    • Locked Down: The Hipshot Ibby bridge and Grip-Lock tuners mean you can abuse the strings all night, and you’ll still be in tune for the encore.
    • Versatile Voicing: The 3-way switch and coil-splitting toggle let you access a massive range of tones, proving this metal machine has a sensitive side too.

    The Final Verdict

    The KM-7 MKIII Artist L is a serious investment for the serious player, removing every barrier between your fingers and the music. It offers premium, custom shop-level specs without the intimidating price tag. If you're ready to upgrade from "pretty good" to an "absolute weapon," this is your axe.

    Schecter Keith Merrow KM-7 MKIII Artist L The Final Verdict

    Schecter Keith Merrow KM-7 MKIII Artist L Features:

    • Meticulously designed for an unparalleled playing experience
    • Swamp ash body with a stunning poplar burl top
    • 9-piece wenge/maple/purple heart neck with ebony fretboard
    • Handmade Lundgren M7 humbucking pickups for articulation and power
    • Hipshot Ibby bridge with Grip-lock tuners for rock-solid stability
    • Single Volume knob with 3-way switch & coil-splitting toggle switch
    • Ultra-thin C-Shape neck profile with compound radius
    • Glow-in-the-dark Luminlay side dots for low-light visibility

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    Schecter Keith Merrow KM-7 MKIII Artist L 7-String Guitar Specifications

    Schecter Keith Merrow KM-7 MKIII Artist L 7-String Guitar Specifications
    Product Specifications

    Schecter Keith Merrow KM-7 MKIII Artist L 7-String Guitar Specifications

    • Body Wood: Swamp Ash
    • Top Wood: Poplar Burl
    • Construction: Neck Thru Body with Ultra Access
    • Neck Wood: 9-piece wenge, maple, purple heart neck
    • Reinforcement: two carbon fiber reinforcement rods
    • Neck Shape: Ultra Thin C
    • Fretboard Wood: Ebony
    • Scale Length: 26.5” extended
    • Frets: 24 X Jumbo stainless steel
    • Fretboard Radius: Compound, 305 mm to 406 mm
    • Truss Rod: Duel action
    • Pickups: Lundgren M7 humbuckers
    • Controls:
      • Volume
      • 3-Way DPDT Pickup Toggle
      • 2-Way Mini Toggle Coil Split Switch
    • Bridge: Hipshot 7-String Ibby HM
    • Tuners: Hipshot Grip-lock Barrel Button tuners
    • Nut: Ernie Ball Compensated nut (48 mm x 6 mm)
    • Side Dot Markers: Luminlay Glow in the Dark
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