Jackson Guitars are back at it again, blurring the lines between vintage flair and skull crushing modern performance with their latest launch — the X Series Surfcaster SC HT6 and SC HT7, alongside the JS Series Surfcaster JS22 HT. But let’s be frank — it’s the SC HT7 that’s caught our attention, and if you’re a 7-string shred fiend or low-end chug addict, this beast demands a spot in your collection.
Built for metalheads who crave both precision and punch, the Jackson X Series Surfcaster SC HT7 takes the cult-classic offset body design and redefines it for a new generation of players who crave pushing sonic boundaries. The 7-string format instantly makes it a drawcard for modern metal guitarists looking to explore extended range riffage and if your playing style lands you in the realms of djent, tech-death, prog and low-end brutality, you'll be pleasantly surprised with this offering.
At the core of the SC HT7 is a resonant poplar offset body, loaded with high-output Jackson humbuckers that are engineered to deliver searing tone, articulate mids and relentless bite; perfect for technical riffing or immaculate breakdowns. Whether you're palm-muting with pit-summoning grooves or soaring through frenzied solos, this new model keeps up with even the most seasoned player.
The bolt-on maple neck and 24 jumbo frets on a bound laurel fingerboard give you all the fretboard real estate to stretch out your creativity, while the 12”-16” compound radius allows for smooth transitions from rhythm to lead shredding. Top it off with Jackson’s hardtail bridge, and you’ve got a setup that locks in your tuning and intonation even after an hour of uninhibited playback punishment.
Whether you’re a seasoned shred-lord/lordette eager to upgrade your axe, or a tone chaser on the hunt for a guitar that looks as sharp as it sounds, the SC HT7 delivers - and then some. With its sleek aesthetic, vintage silhouette, and ultra-modern playability, this is a 7-string built for the modern metal musician.
The SC HT6 and JS22 HT models also deserve props, offering similar build quality with 6-string setups that cater to multi-levelled players; but everyone wants a little more and the SC HT7's additional string could just be the missing link you've been searching for...
Learn more about the Jackson X Series Surfcaster SC HT7 here
Features
- Poplar body
- bolt-on maple neck with graphite reinforcement
- Bound 12”-16” compound radius bound laurel fingerboard with pearloid sharkfins
- 24 jumbo frets
- Single high-output Jackson humbucker
- Single volume control
- Jackson® Hardtail bridge
- Black hardware
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