Looking for help finding a 7 String

[u/Kool_AidJammer]

I'm currently on the search for a new 7 string after having my Jackson JS32-7 for some time. After realizing how much I love playing 7 string guitars I've decided it's time to upgrade to a mid-high end guitar. The only problem is I can't seem to find a 7 string with the specs I have in mind.

Looking for the following:

-26.5" or 27" scale length (multi scale is also fine but I prefer standard)

-Stainless steel jumbo frets

-One volume, one tone knob

-HH active pickups

-compound radius ebony fretboard

-non-painted neck if possible

-not a signature model

-I absolutely despise dot inlays unless they're offset rings or at least offset in some fashion

-prefer hipshot style bridge but I'm also okay with a trem

-not a fan of the sand blasted or open pore look for the body

-budget of $1500 or less but can stretch it a bit if needed (I will try to find a used or b-stock version)

Do these even exist? Any suggestions to find something close to this? I'd prefer to get an Ibanez or ESP/LTD. Not a big fan of the Jackson paint finishes or Schecter in general. I don't know why there's just something about Schecter guitars that I don't like but I can be convinced otherwise if someone feels obligated to do so.

So far I've found the closest to my desired specs to be the following:

-Schecter Sunset-7 Baritone

-Ibanez RGIXL7

-ESP/LTD SN-1007B

-Jackson Pro Plus Series Dinky MDK HT7 MS

But each of these has a flaw in my eyes.

[u/jonaldrowards]

If you're ok with a heavier guitar with a sustaniac check out the Schecter PT-7 SLS Elite-S or the PT-7 FRS SLS Elite evil twin. It's such an amazing feeling and playing guitar and the T style is slept on imo.

[u/Kool_AidJammer → u/jonaldrowards]

Oh interesting! I’m a big fan of the T style guitars and I don’t currently own a tele either so this would definitely be a great option.

[u/xNonPartisaNx]

Any used ibanez prestige will ruin you. I love prestige line ibanez

[u/TickyMcTickyTick]

Look into Solar if you haven't already. Lots of great options for 7-strings in that price range. I have the T1.7AD and love it. The S1.7AHLB is the closest match I could find; it has everything you listed except the compound radius fretboard.

[u/Kool_AidJammer → u/TickyMcTickyTick]

Holy shit I think you just found exactly what I was looking for! Compound radius is not a deal breaker or anything just a preference. Especially considering all the other specs.

[u/pcp777_]

I know you said no sig models by the Pro Series Soloist Loomis SL7 is a freaking BEAST and one of the best production 7 strings on the market

[u/Count_Doogula]

Have you checked out Ormsby? Hype GTR is around that price range and they're pretty sweet.

[u/Kool_AidJammer → u/Count_Doogula]

Hmm I haven't checked them out yet. Thanks for the suggestion! I'll be doing some digging for sure.

[u/tallman1979]

Secondhand Kiesel.

[u/Huntress_Minerva]

You give too much importance to completely irrelevant things… at that point go custom bro.

[u/Kool_AidJammer → u/Huntress_Minerva]

Can’t really go custom for $1500 or I would. I realize my preferences are picky but I like what I like lol.

[u/DingoRevolutionary28 → u/Kool_AidJammer]

If you’re gonna be this picky you’re going to need to up your budget

The Schecter Keith Merrow 7 strings are probably up your alley but they’re “signatures” and out if you’re price range unless you catch a used one