Best 7 String Guitars Under $800 2025

Affordable 7 string guitars under $800 - great value without compromising quality

Last updated: October 29, 2025 • Next update: November 5, 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

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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Harley Benton Amarok-7 BKRD Quilted B w/Case - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.6/5 (21 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

8/10

Harley Benton Amarok-7 BKRD Quilted B w/Case

by Harley Benton

Progressive Rock Modern Rock Djent

Key Feature:

• Increased harmonic possibilities

✓ PROS

• Modern metal sound
• Extended low-end range

✗ CONS

• May need specialized amplification
• Wider neck requires adjustment

Harley Benton Amarok-7 BKRD Quilted B w/Case*Bundle offer comprising*, Harley Benton Amarok-7 BKRD Quilted...

⭐ 4.6/5 (21 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 558089

$703

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Schecter Diamond Omen 7 Extreme BCH - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 5.0/5 (25 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

6/10

Schecter Diamond Omen 7 Extreme BCH

by Schecter

Metal Extended Range Jazz Fusion

Key Feature:

• Great for drop tunings

✓ PROS

• Increased harmonic possibilities
• Versatile for rhythm and lead

✗ CONS

• Wider neck requires adjustment
• More complex chord fingerings

Schecter Diamond Omen 7 Extreme BCH7-String Electric GuitarBody: MahoganyFlame veneer maple topMaple neckFretboard:...

⭐ 5.0/5 (25 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

6/10

Art. 111093

$725

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Ibanez RGMS7PB-CBS - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.4/5 (53 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

8/10

Ibanez RGMS7PB-CBS

by Ibanez

Metal Modern Rock Extended Range

Key Feature:

• Versatile for rhythm and lead

✓ PROS

• Great for drop tunings
• Extended low-end range

✗ CONS

• Higher string tension
• More complex chord fingerings

Ibanez RGMS7PB-CBS7-String Electric GuitarBody material: NyatohTop: Poplar burlBolt-on neck: 5-Piece...

⭐ 4.4/5 (53 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 607093

$714

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Schecter Omen Elite-7 Charcoal - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.8/5 (19 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

6/10

Schecter Omen Elite-7 Charcoal

by Schecter

Djent Progressive Rock Jazz Fusion

Key Feature:

• Extended low-end range

✓ PROS

• Great for drop tunings
• Extended low-end range

✗ CONS

• May need specialized amplification
• Higher string tension

Schecter Omen Elite-7 Charcoal7-String Electric GuitarBody: MahoganyTop: Burl poplarBolt-on neck: MapleFretboard:...

⭐ 4.8/5 (19 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

6/10

Art. 514217

$769

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Harley Benton Amarok-7 BKNT Flame w/Bag - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.5/5 (10 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

6/10

Harley Benton Amarok-7 BKNT Flame w/Bag

by Harley Benton

Modern Rock Djent Progressive Rock

Key Feature:

• Great for drop tunings

✓ PROS

• Modern metal sound
• Great for drop tunings

✗ CONS

• Higher string tension
• May need specialized amplification

Harley Benton Amarok-7 BKNT Flame w/Bag*Bundle offer comprising*, Harley Benton Amarok-7 BKNT Flame Burst*7-String...

⭐ 4.5/5 (10 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

6/10

Art. 558092

$679

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Harley Benton Amarok-7 BKRD Quilted w/Bag - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.5/5 (4 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

7/10

Harley Benton Amarok-7 BKRD Quilted w/Bag

by Harley Benton

Modern Rock Extended Range Metal

Key Feature:

• Great for drop tunings

✓ PROS

• Extended low-end range
• Increased harmonic possibilities

✗ CONS

• Wider neck requires adjustment
• Learning curve for traditional players

Harley Benton Amarok-7 BKRD Quilted w/Bag*Bundle offer comprising*, Harley Benton Amarok-7 BKRD Quilted Burst*7-String...

⭐ 4.5/5 (4 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 558087

$678

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Harley Benton Amarok-7 BKNT Flame Burst - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 5.0/5 (25 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

8/10

Harley Benton Amarok-7 BKNT Flame Burst

by Harley Benton

Djent Progressive Rock Modern Rock

Key Feature:

• Modern metal sound

✓ PROS

• Modern metal sound
• Increased harmonic possibilities

✗ CONS

• Wider neck requires adjustment
• Higher string tension

Harley Benton Amarok-7 BKNT Flame Burst7-String Electric GuitarArched "Modern Comfort" body shapeBody:...

⭐ 5.0/5 (25 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 479383

$659

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ESP LTD EC-257 Black Satin - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.9/5 (30 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

8/10

ESP LTD EC-257 Black Satin

by ESP

Metal Djent Progressive Rock

Key Feature:

• Extended low-end range

✓ PROS

• Increased harmonic possibilities
• Modern metal sound

✗ CONS

• Learning curve for traditional players
• Wider neck requires adjustment

ESP LTD EC-257 Black Satin7-String Electric GuitarBody: Mahogany3-Stripe set-thru neck: MahoganyFretboard: Roasted...

⭐ 4.9/5 (30 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 431686

$604

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Schecter Omen Elite-7 See Blue Burst - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#10

⭐ 4.5/5 (35 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

8/10

Schecter Omen Elite-7 See Blue Burst

by Schecter

Djent Modern Rock Extended Range

Key Feature:

• Great for drop tunings

✓ PROS

• Versatile for rhythm and lead
• Increased harmonic possibilities

✗ CONS

• More complex chord fingerings
• Wider neck requires adjustment

Schecter Omen Elite-7 See Blue Burst7-String Electric GuitarBody: MahoganyTop: Poplar burlNeck: Bolt-on...

⭐ 4.5/5 (35 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 583845

$714

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Schecter Omen Elite-7 Black Ch Burst - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#11

⭐ 4.6/5 (52 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

7/10

Schecter Omen Elite-7 Black Ch Burst

by Schecter

Metal Jazz Fusion Modern Rock

Key Feature:

• Great for drop tunings

✓ PROS

• Modern metal sound
• Extended low-end range

✗ CONS

• Learning curve for traditional players
• Higher string tension

Schecter Omen Elite-7 Black Ch Burst7-String Electric GuitarBody: MahoganyTop: Burl poplarBolt-on neck: MapleFretboard:...

⭐ 4.6/5 (52 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 516591

$747

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Harley Benton Amarok-7 BKNT Flame Bur w/Case - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#12

⭐ 4.4/5 (5 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

6/10

Harley Benton Amarok-7 BKNT Flame Bur w/Case

by Harley Benton

Modern Rock Jazz Fusion Extended Range

Key Feature:

• Versatile for rhythm and lead

✓ PROS

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

✗ CONS

• More complex chord fingerings
• Higher string tension

Harley Benton Amarok-7 BKNT Flame Bur w/Case*Bundle offer comprising*, Harley Benton Amarok-7 BKNT Flame Burst*7-String...

⭐ 4.4/5 (5 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

6/10

Art. 558093

$703

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Ibanez RG7420EX-BKF - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#13

⭐ 4.8/5 (8 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

7/10

Ibanez RG7420EX-BKF

by Ibanez

Extended Range Metal Modern Rock

Key Feature:

• Extended low-end range

✓ PROS

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

✗ CONS

• May need specialized amplification
• More complex chord fingerings

Ibanez RG7420EX-BKF7-String Electric GuitarRG SeriesBody: MerantiBolt-on 3-piece neck: MapleNeck profile: Wizard...

⭐ 4.8/5 (8 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 582066

$668

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Schecter Omen Extreme 7 STBLK - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#14

⭐ 4.9/5 (4 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

6/10

Schecter Omen Extreme 7 STBLK

by Schecter

Modern Rock Extended Range Progressive Rock

Key Feature:

• Extended low-end range

✓ PROS

• Extended low-end range
• Increased harmonic possibilities

✗ CONS

• Wider neck requires adjustment
• Higher string tension

Schecter Omen Extreme 7 STBLK7-String Electric GuitarBody: MahoganyArched top: Quilted mapleBolt-on neck: MapleNeck...

⭐ 4.9/5 (4 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

6/10

Art. 367792

$725

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Ibanez RG7421EX-BKF - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#15

⭐ 4.6/5 (25 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

7/10

Ibanez RG7421EX-BKF

by Ibanez

Progressive Rock Modern Rock Jazz Fusion

Key Feature:

• Versatile for rhythm and lead

✓ PROS

• Versatile for rhythm and lead
• Modern metal sound

✗ CONS

• Learning curve for traditional players
• More complex chord fingerings

Ibanez RG7421EX-BKF7-String Electric GuitarRG SeriesBody: MerantiBolt-on neck: 3-piece mapleFingerboard:...

⭐ 4.6/5 (25 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 582074

$587

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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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Harley Benton Amarok-7 BKRD Quilted Burst

Harley Benton Amarok-7 BKRD Quilted B w/Case

Schecter Diamond Omen 7 Extreme BCH

Ibanez RGMS7PB-CBS

Schecter Omen Elite-7 Charcoal

Harley Benton Amarok-7 BKNT Flame w/Bag

Harley Benton Amarok-7 BKRD Quilted w/Bag

Harley Benton Amarok-7 BKNT Flame Burst

ESP LTD EC-257 Black Satin

Schecter Omen Elite-7 See Blue Burst

Schecter Omen Elite-7 Black Ch Burst

Harley Benton Amarok-7 BKNT Flame Bur w/Case

Ibanez RG7420EX-BKF

Schecter Omen Extreme 7 STBLK

Ibanez RG7421EX-BKF

How to Choose the Best 7 String Guitars

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