Ok, I am looking to get myself a 7. I have done much research and hours of debating and finally I have decided to go with the C-7 Blackjack. I choose this because I am sure I won't need to swap out the pickups as it comes with a very nice setup with the JB/59. My only competition with this axe was an Ibanez Apex 2. I am reluctant to buy a "signature" model and I have big ass hands so the Schecter neck may be better for me. I have an Ibby 6 and while the neck is nice and thin, my hand gets kinda cramped playing such a wispy little neck. Anyone have any experience with the Blackjack? Is it worth the $750, I have owned an Omen and it was pretty cool, but the pups sucked ass. Any info is greatly appreciated, thanks.
Schecter C-& Blackjack, worth the cash?
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JB_From_Hell
Jomo's Nimions
Re: Schecter C-& Blackjack, worth the cash?
The Blackjack is a much nicer guitar than an Omen. However, considering the way people are selling their guitars at the moment, I wouldn't consider paying $750 for one. On my local Craigslist, I see Hellraisers and Blackjacks for $500 or less fairly often.
The Blackjack is a much nicer guitar than an Omen. However, considering the way people are selling their guitars at the moment, I wouldn't consider paying $750 for one. On my local Craigslist, I see Hellraisers and Blackjacks for $500 or less fairly often.
JB_From_Hell
Jomo's Nimions
Re: Schecter C-& Blackjack, worth the cash?
What makes you say that?
What makes you say that?
Re: Schecter C-& Blackjack, worth the cash?
Ok, I can respect an opinion, but ESP has no 7's in my range if at all... Ibanez are all basswood which is ok, but not what I want, and I am not at all interested in a floating trem. I hate trems. Honestly, if I had just swapped out the pups in my Omen, it would have been just as good as my RG. I love Ibby's don't get me wrong, but they claim to be the "innovators" of the 7 string and their 7 options just suck. And if I could find an ESP, with the specs I want (fixed bridge or string thru, set neck, mahogany body) I would try one before I picked up the Schecter, nothing is wrong with Schecter, I think they rival Ibanez for low priced, quality guitars.
Ok, I can respect an opinion, but ESP has no 7's in my range if at all... Ibanez are all basswood which is ok, but not what I want, and I am not at all interested in a floating trem. I hate trems. Honestly, if I had just swapped out the pups in my Omen, it would have been just as good as my RG. I love Ibby's don't get me wrong, but they claim to be the "innovators" of the 7 string and their 7 options just suck. And if I could find an ESP, with the specs I want (fixed bridge or string thru, set neck, mahogany body) I would try one before I picked up the Schecter, nothing is wrong with Schecter, I think they rival Ibanez for low priced, quality guitars.
viewaskew2k5
New member
Re: Schecter C-& Blackjack, worth the cash?
Schecter's can be great but like any guitar...you have to play a few to get the right one. THere set-up's from the factory can be iffy though...like interns who just finished a guitar set up class and who will for nothing.
Schecter's can be great but like any guitar...you have to play a few to get the right one. THere set-up's from the factory can be iffy though...like interns who just finished a guitar set up class and who will for nothing.
Loserchief
SwingingIdiot
Re: Schecter C-& Blackjack, worth the cash?
Apart from the JB in the bridge they are great guitars. The JB just isn't tight enough on the low B, but that depends on your style.
Apart from the JB in the bridge they are great guitars. The JB just isn't tight enough on the low B, but that depends on your style.
Re: Schecter C-& Blackjack, worth the cash?
I agree to look for a used deal.. but they can be fine axes.. I had a C1 Artist (musicians friend exclusive model) and it played and sounded great.. I sold it simply cuz I had to roll something and it was one of the most non unique guitars I had..
As far as build, I often wonder if Schecters, LTD, Michael kellys and more arent all built by the same place. They are all good, very glossy, similar frets and fretwork and features..
Gopher it!!
I agree to look for a used deal.. but they can be fine axes.. I had a C1 Artist (musicians friend exclusive model) and it played and sounded great.. I sold it simply cuz I had to roll something and it was one of the most non unique guitars I had..
As far as build, I often wonder if Schecters, LTD, Michael kellys and more arent all built by the same place. They are all good, very glossy, similar frets and fretwork and features..
Gopher it!!
Empty Pockets
BadHairDayologist
Re: Schecter C-& Blackjack, worth the cash?
ignorance is bliss i guess
Schecter and ESP are made in the same exact factory, by the same exact people, out of the same exact materials.
I wouldn't be surprised if it was the Samick factory that cranks out Epiphones, Deans and Ibanez too.
ignorance is bliss i guess
Schecter and ESP are made in the same exact factory, by the same exact people, out of the same exact materials.
I wouldn't be surprised if it was the Samick factory that cranks out Epiphones, Deans and Ibanez too.
Re: Schecter C-& Blackjack, worth the cash?
Just a footnote, Epi now has thier own factory. I believe this is why they have gotten better lately..
Just a footnote, Epi now has thier own factory. I believe this is why they have gotten better lately..
Empty Pockets
BadHairDayologist
Re: Schecter C-& Blackjack, worth the cash?
That's good to know.
That's good to know.
