Best 7 String Guitars 2025

Top-rated 7 string guitars 2025 - expert picks for every budget and skill level

Last updated: November 5, 2025 • Next update: November 12, 2025

PRICE RANGES: Under $300 Under $500 Under $800 Under $1,000 Under $2,000 Under $5,000

SKILL LEVELS: For Beginner For Intermediate For Professional For Advanced

GENRES & STYLES: For Metal For Progressive Rock For Djent For Jazz Fusion For Modern Rock For Extended Range

BRANDS: Harley Benton Solar Guitars Schecter Ibanez ESP Jackson

Sterling by Music Man Richardson 7 Pearl White - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.5/5 (27 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

7/10

Sterling by Music Man Richardson 7 Pearl White

by Sterling by Music Man

Modern Rock Progressive Rock Djent

Key Feature:

• Great for drop tunings

✓ PROS

• Great for drop tunings
• Increased harmonic possibilities

✗ CONS

• Wider neck requires adjustment
• Higher string tension

Sterling by Music Man Richardson 7 Pearl White7-String Electric GuitarBody: AlderBolt-on neck: roasted...

⭐ 4.5/5 (27 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 585138

$1,396

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Harley Benton Amarok-7 BKRD Quilted Burst - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 5.0/5 (38 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

7/10

Harley Benton Amarok-7 BKRD Quilted Burst

by Harley Benton

Modern Rock Metal Djent

Key Feature:

• Versatile for rhythm and lead

✓ PROS

• Extended low-end range
• Increased harmonic possibilities

✗ CONS

• Higher string tension
• More complex chord fingerings

Harley Benton Amarok-7 BKRD Quilted Burst7-String Electric GuitarBody shape: Arched Modern ComfortBody: MahoganyTop:...

⭐ 5.0/5 (38 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 479388

$659

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Solar Guitars S1.7APP Poplar Purple Burst - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.6/5 (56 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

7/10

Solar Guitars S1.7APP Poplar Purple Burst

by Solar Guitars

Metal Progressive Rock Jazz Fusion

Key Feature:

• Increased harmonic possibilities

✓ PROS

• Great for drop tunings
• Versatile for rhythm and lead

✗ CONS

• More complex chord fingerings
• May need specialized amplification

Solar Guitars S1.7APP Poplar Purple Burst7-String Electric GuitarBody: MahoganyTop: Poplar Burl veneer...

⭐ 4.6/5 (56 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 530308

$1,869

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Solar Guitars A2.7GN Canibalismo+ - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 5.0/5 (46 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

6/10

Solar Guitars A2.7GN Canibalismo+

by Solar Guitars

Progressive Rock Metal Extended Range

Key Feature:

• Versatile for rhythm and lead

✓ PROS

• Modern metal sound
• Extended low-end range

✗ CONS

• May need specialized amplification
• Wider neck requires adjustment

Solar Guitars A2.7GN Canibalismo+7-String Electric guitarBody: MahoganyNeck-thru-body: MapleFingerboard: Pau FerroSolar...

⭐ 5.0/5 (46 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

6/10

Art. 605350

$989

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Solar Guitars A1.7ROP-29+ - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.7/5 (5 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

6/10

Solar Guitars A1.7ROP-29+

by Solar Guitars

Progressive Rock Extended Range Modern Rock

Key Feature:

• Great for drop tunings

✓ PROS

• Versatile for rhythm and lead
• Extended low-end range

✗ CONS

• Higher string tension
• Wider neck requires adjustment

Solar Guitars A1.7ROP-29+Electric GuitarBody: Swamp AshBolt-on neck: MapleFingerboard: EbonySolar logo fingerboard...

⭐ 4.7/5 (5 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

6/10

Art. 571155

$1,649

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Solar Guitars A1.7BOP - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.5/5 (11 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

6/10

Solar Guitars A1.7BOP

by Solar Guitars

Extended Range Modern Rock Jazz Fusion

Key Feature:

• Increased harmonic possibilities

✓ PROS

• Increased harmonic possibilities
• Extended low-end range

✗ CONS

• May need specialized amplification
• Wider neck requires adjustment

Solar Guitars A1.7BOP7-String Electric GuitarSwamp ash bodyMaple neckEbony fretboard24 Super jumbo stainless steel...

⭐ 4.5/5 (11 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

6/10

Art. 502918

$1,649

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Solar Guitars A1.7FR SVART+ - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.6/5 (48 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

8/10

Solar Guitars A1.7FR SVART+

by Solar Guitars

Metal Extended Range Modern Rock

Key Feature:

• Great for drop tunings

✓ PROS

• Increased harmonic possibilities
• Modern metal sound

✗ CONS

• Wider neck requires adjustment
• Higher string tension

Solar Guitars A1.7FR SVART+7-String Electric GuitarBody: AlderNeck-thru-body: MapleFingerboard: EbonySolar logo...

⭐ 4.6/5 (48 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 584889

$1,429

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Harley Benton MultiScale-7 TPB Bundle - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.4/5 (40 reviews)

Sound:

7/10

Build:

7/10

Value:

7/10

Harley Benton MultiScale-7 TPB Bundle

by Harley Benton

Metal Modern Rock Jazz Fusion

Key Feature:

• Extended low-end range

✓ PROS

• Extended low-end range
• Great for drop tunings

✗ CONS

• Wider neck requires adjustment
• Learning curve for traditional players

Harley Benton MultiScale-7 TPB Bundle*Bundle offer comprising*, Harley Benton MultiScale-7 TPB*7-String Multi Scale...

⭐ 4.4/5 (40 reviews)

Sound:

7/10

Build:

7/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 559359

$358

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Schecter Banshee Mach-7 FR S FOB - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.7/5 (41 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

8/10

Schecter Banshee Mach-7 FR S FOB

by Schecter

Progressive Rock Jazz Fusion Djent

Key Feature:

• Modern metal sound

✓ PROS

• Extended low-end range
• Great for drop tunings

✗ CONS

• May need specialized amplification
• Higher string tension

Schecter Banshee Mach-7 FR S FOB7-String Electric GuitarBody: Swamp ashTop: Flamed mapleNeck: Maple/Purpleheart with...

⭐ 4.7/5 (41 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 487232

$2,309

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Schecter Hellraiser Hybrid C-7 TBB - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#10

⭐ 4.8/5 (32 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

6/10

Schecter Hellraiser Hybrid C-7 TBB

by Schecter

Djent Modern Rock Jazz Fusion

Key Feature:

• Great for drop tunings

✓ PROS

• Increased harmonic possibilities
• Extended low-end range

✗ CONS

• Learning curve for traditional players
• May need specialized amplification

Schecter Hellraiser Hybrid C-7 TBB7-String electric guitarMahogany bodyQuilted maple topMaple neckEbony fretboard24...

⭐ 4.8/5 (32 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

6/10

Art. 336318

$1,429

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Jackson Pro Series Josh Smith SL7 ET - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#11

⭐ 4.4/5 (29 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

8/10

Jackson Pro Series Josh Smith SL7 ET

by Jackson

Jazz Fusion Modern Rock Extended Range

Key Feature:

• Great for drop tunings

✓ PROS

• Modern metal sound
• Extended low-end range

✗ CONS

• More complex chord fingerings
• Learning curve for traditional players

Jackson Pro Series Josh Smith SL7 ET7-String Electric GuitarArtist SeriesJosh Smith Signature ModelBody:...

⭐ 4.4/5 (29 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 562645

$1,825

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Solar Guitars VAR1.7SP Silver Sparkle - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#12

⭐ 4.9/5 (6 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

6/10

Solar Guitars VAR1.7SP Silver Sparkle

by Solar Guitars

Extended Range Metal Jazz Fusion

Key Feature:

• Great for drop tunings

✓ PROS

• Versatile for rhythm and lead
• Increased harmonic possibilities

✗ CONS

• May need specialized amplification
• Learning curve for traditional players

Solar Guitars VAR1.7SP Silver Sparkle7-String Electric GuitarBody: AlderSet neck: MapleFingerboard: EbonySolar logo...

⭐ 4.9/5 (6 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

6/10

Art. 618873

$1,759

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Jackson Pro MM Jugg HT 7 Sig Yellow - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#13

⭐ 4.5/5 (50 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

6/10

Jackson Pro MM Jugg HT 7 Sig Yellow

by Jackson

Extended Range Progressive Rock Modern Rock

Key Feature:

• Extended low-end range

✓ PROS

• Extended low-end range
• Great for drop tunings

✗ CONS

• May need specialized amplification
• More complex chord fingerings

Jackson Pro MM Jugg HT 7 Sig Yellow7-String Electric GuitarMisha Mansoor (Periphery) signature modelBody: PoplarBolt-on...

⭐ 4.5/5 (50 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

6/10

Art. 609582

$1,264

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Schecter Damien Platinum 7 SBK - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#14

⭐ 4.6/5 (3 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

8/10

Schecter Damien Platinum 7 SBK

by Schecter

Djent Metal Extended Range

Key Feature:

• Extended low-end range

✓ PROS

• Extended low-end range
• Versatile for rhythm and lead

✗ CONS

• Wider neck requires adjustment
• May need specialized amplification

Schecter Damien Platinum 7 SBK7-String Electric Guitar3-Piece mahogany bodyMaple neckRosewood fingerboardPlatinum Bat...

⭐ 4.6/5 (3 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 560557

$855

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Solar Guitars S1.7AHLB Lime Burst Matte - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#15

⭐ 4.9/5 (10 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

7/10

Solar Guitars S1.7AHLB Lime Burst Matte

by Solar Guitars

Extended Range Metal Modern Rock

Key Feature:

• Versatile for rhythm and lead

✓ PROS

• Great for drop tunings
• Versatile for rhythm and lead

✗ CONS

• May need specialized amplification
• Wider neck requires adjustment

Solar Guitars S1.7AHLB Lime Burst Matte7-String Electric GuitarBody: Mahogany (Meranti)Top: Burl Poplar...

⭐ 4.9/5 (10 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 532096

$1,539

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How to Choose the Best 7 String Guitars

Budget Planning

• Under $200: Entry-level
• $200-$500: Intermediate
• $500-$1000: Advanced
• $1000+: Professional

Quality Check

• Sound clarity & tone
• Build materials & finish
• Hardware durability
• Overall craftsmanship

Key Features

• Your musical style
• Skill level match
• Intended use case
• Brand reputation

Frequently Asked Questions

Key factors include build quality, sound characteristics, playability, brand reputation, warranty coverage, and value for money. Consider your musical style, skill level, and intended use to find the best match.

Budget depends on your needs and experience level. Beginners can find quality options for $200-500, intermediate players should consider $500-1500 range, while professionals often invest $1500+ for premium features.

Higher-priced 7 string guitars typically offer better materials, craftsmanship, and performance. They're worth it if you're serious about music, perform regularly, or need professional-grade features.

Top brands combine quality, innovation, and reliability. We evaluate brands based on build quality, sound performance, durability, and customer satisfaction to recommend the best options for different budgets.

Both have advantages. Online offers better prices and selection, while stores allow hands-on testing. We recommend researching online first, then testing in stores if possible. Many online retailers offer excellent return policies.

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Sterling by Music Man Richardson 7 Pearl White

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Solar Guitars S1.7APP Poplar Purple Burst

Solar Guitars A2.7GN Canibalismo+

Solar Guitars A1.7ROP-29+

Solar Guitars A1.7BOP

Solar Guitars A1.7FR SVART+

Harley Benton MultiScale-7 TPB Bundle

Schecter Banshee Mach-7 FR S FOB

Schecter Hellraiser Hybrid C-7 TBB

Jackson Pro Series Josh Smith SL7 ET

Solar Guitars VAR1.7SP Silver Sparkle

Jackson Pro MM Jugg HT 7 Sig Yellow

Schecter Damien Platinum 7 SBK

Solar Guitars S1.7AHLB Lime Burst Matte

How to Choose the Best 7 String Guitars

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