Sire S7 Larry Carlton vs Schecter Nick Johnston - 2 of the BEST Non-Fender Strats

[@robertritchie2860]

A lot of people below are complaining of set-up issues. It's an adjustment thing that takes a few minutes to correct. Online shops are not going to unpack loads of boxes to set guitars up - certainly not cheaper options. If the factory sits in another country having a different climate then the neck will probably move... what is more critical is the fret work. Shops should adjust stuff - but they are more interested in shifting volume rather rhan quality. Its not the guitars fault.

[@electropentatonic]

Every guitar, American or import, requires at least a fret level and setup out of the box. Its not something I even complain about. Nature of the beast

[@edlicari3909]

Schecter NJ without a doubt for me!!! Great video as always. 👍

[@martialway100]

I've watched your channel for a while now and applaud your talent as a guitarist. Top notch playing, everytime you play IMHO :-). Thank you for the guitar and amp reviews too, John. Much appreciated.

[@ShaneTN]

Glad you got your channel and videos back!

[@theericbeaty]

I like the tad bit of brighter pickups The Sire offers. The NJ seems to roll off the brights a bit, which eliminates the true spank and quack that single coils are known for. But I wouldn’t mind owning either.

[@wellfedstarvingartist]

My ears here this as well

[@bassderek]

I have had the NJ HSS model since last July and it is my daily driver, I did replace the bridge and neck with Suhr pickups but the stock pickups weren’t worse, just different.

[@paulcaton7093]

Fretboard on the Sire is shinier than my shoes on my first day at school.

[@bluwng]

Yes sir

[@christopherjbutler]

The position 2 and 4 sounds on the Sire have much more pronounced (and pleasing to my ears) "cluck" than the Schecter. I like the slightly more sparkling edge to the clean tones on the neck pickup on the Sire too. For the price it is a steal. But I agree with you about overzealous frets rolling. I just had a refret of my prized strait's custom John Buscarino slab quilted maple on hard rock maple neck, with 6105s. LOVE the 6105 feel and clean bends etc. But the frets were rolled the way shorter frets might have been and that took too much playable fret width off and pullofffs can slip off the treble side of the neck on the high E. I am gonna probably not get back to exactly the width I want until a couple of feet levels into the future. That is the only reason I would hesitate getting a Sire Just curious, could you point me to one of your videos where you demonstrate the patch you use for clean in this video? It is gorgeous!

[@lukenath6983]

You’re playing is so enjoyable, and I’ve appreciated your input. Beginner guitarist looking for solid experience, and enjoy seeing you show how much “juice” you can squeeze out of your equipment. Kudos!

[@sonicliberation]

The tone seems ever so slightly fuller on the Nick Johnston to me. I prefer the single tone and volume control layout and input jack placement on the Nick Johnston as well. Both guitars are fantastic IMO.

[@michaelcarter577]

I really dislike the gloss fretboard on the Sire

[@Dimiguitar]

The difference in radius can be substantial in terms of how low of an action you can get away with, assuming similar play style, string tension, when it comes to bends fretting out. Assuming the guitars do have a consistent enough the radius, the sire should fret out quite a bit sooner. That's not a concern if ones action isn't low enough. But the lower you go, provided other variables remaining the same, the more stuff like this can matter. It can be the difference between "bend chokes entirely" and "it still rings well enough for me". Which isn't to say that a "feel" difference between 9.5 and 14 is always as big as people assume. I'm just describing a scenario where the action is quite low. A more circular radius (even if the visible difference between 9.5 and 14 is small) matters more and more as the action is lowered, in the specific sense described.

[@Dimiguitar]

For example, my PRS runs into radius limitations, provided specific string tension, other set up variables, my playstyle, even my tolerance for fret out "zing", at about 1mm -- 1.2mm on the high E at 12th fret. On the lower end of the spectrum, hovering at 1mm, I can just about get a two note bend. And I can even make these fret out entirely if picking hard enough. On the flipside, a 12 inch Edwards of mine is very discernibly more forgiving. The scale length can come into play too (due to changing string tension), but yeah. The big difference there is the radius imo. But sure. Go to 1.5mm and you'll have to bend very far to see these differences (if you notice them at all, and if they even show up at all -- at some point, they won't, because contact to the next fret won't be there at all). Ps: I'm assuming well leveled frets. Of course if that's out of whack, all bets are off often -- but even then, more likely imo that more circular radius runs into issues.

[@ShinMadero]

If your setup is good, I don't think the radius will limit how low your action can be. I have guitars from 9.5 inch to 16 inch radius and I've never had fretting out problems even with low action. Just keep the neck straight and radius the bridge correctly.

[@Dimiguitar]

@@ShinMadero how could it not? With a rounder radius, bending a string will hit the following fret earlier than with a flatter radius (assuming similar fretwork on all instruments). The neck being straighter can help in certain parts of the neck, as a relief curvature has to go up somewhere. But radius is still a limiting factor -- due to physics, really. I wouldn't think radiusing the bridge to follow the frets (which is usually welcome for most people, sure) is going to change that.

[@bengibson3955]

@@Dimiguitargreed 100%. I’ve got a few guitars but my most used ones tend to have fairly flat, “shred-ish” necks on them and I’m fairly fanatical about my setups. One major departure is my Ibanez JS (Japanese Prestige version so not too bad of an instrument) which has a 9.5” radius. It needs a higher action, without doubt, to avoid choking out on bigger bends up towards the dusty end of the fretboard. These comparisons are done with exactly the same amount of relief etc. as my other guitars. Caveat-I’m definitely not a luthier, but I’ve built a couple of very playable cheap kits and my mates get me to do setups on their guitars. I get paid in cheap beer so I guess I mustn’t be too good at it right?🤔😆

[@agatakotko4694]

I got my NJ Schecter couple of months ago as a trade for a Mexican Strat and I absolutely love it! The neck is much more comfortable for me. I am waiting for a Sire T7 delivery but now I'm bit worried the neck would again be a bit too big... Great videos John!

[@timtime9167]

Did you get the sire?

[@jumanpark4021]

I enjoy watching your video. Next time, I would like to see a comparison between Sire S7(SSH) and Schecter Nick Johnster(SSH)

[@jakollee]

Excellent comparison video! But what’s your final verdict? I mean putting aside the issue of price, if you could only keep one of these guitars, which would it be?

[@fcurdi]

Amazing playing in the intro. Loved it!

[@gajkax]

I got Schecter Nick Johnston (Seafoam. Green, Ebony fingerboard SSS Traditional) from Thomman 2020 May, it had a lot of fretbuzz on the 5th and the 6th string, on the 3rd string as well (Local luthier couldn't solve the issue) so I returned it. Then, after I returned it, my local Guitar shop received Schecter NJ(Ebony fingerboard, different colours) sadly they all had fretbuzz issues and they're still sitting unsold. I really like that guitar and I'm still waiting to find locally one with a nice factory setup no matter if Ebony or Maple fingerboard p.s the factory setup with 10-46 was really stiff and it was relatively hard to bend notes in comparison to my Fender Strats or Charvel/Jackson with 10-46 or 11-49 strings

[@johnnathancordy]

Thanks for sharing your experience!!

[@sboy1955]

Odd that a “luthier” couldn’t resolve any of those fingerboard/fret issues… typically that indicates a twisted neck. Which Schecter would replace under warranty.

[@gajkax]

@@sboy1955Odd yes, Unexperienced I'd say :D

[@RZExperience]

Hi mate, awesome comparison. I've tried both and I have to say - Sire is unbeatable value for the price. But in the end I went with Schecter NJ - there's just something unique about that neck and his playability.

[@diecaverna]

I changed pups on my Schecter I put Suhr V60LP now it’s my favorite guitar

[@theaartzvolta]

It’s weird that I feel a sense of pride that you like the schecter because it’s the guitar I decided on a few months ago. I wish I could afford the K Line right now but I’m happy with my budget friendly choice.

[@johnnathancordy]

It's a really decent guitar - I really like the body contours as well

[@TheHumbuckerboy]

@@johnnathancordy The Sire looks and sounds wonderful and I'm sure that I would prefer it's thicker neck but the Schecter would probably suit me more due to there being space between the volume control and the high 'E'' string thus accommodating my clumsy picking hand.

[@bfiume]

I have been watching what you have been doing with the S7 for a while. Mine is in transit and will be in my hands on Monday. I am looking forward to it. And I really like the way you play!

[@humansnotai4912]

Did you get it Bob?

[@Pavel_Franta]

glad you are back, and turn on heater in the room. It has to be hard to play in cold room you even have to have winter hat :(

[@manuelmaindron92]

They look awesome and they sourds as Good as a flagship Fender! My favorite is the Sire Larry Carlton S7

[@awsomecp173]

I got the NJ schecter and everything else was pretty fine but mine sounded dead acoustically compared to even cheaper strat-style guitars. Was that the same case for yours?

[@Bairov]

Which one did you try? 🤔

[@awsomecp173]

@@Bairov Schecter Nick Johnston HSS Atomic frost

[@iAutodidact]

I can’t find the Sire S7 for 399 at Anderton’s. Good thing I’ve got mine already!

[@ces69]

I’ve heard the Sire guitars have narrower than normal necks. I noticed you mentioned the “thickness” but not the “width”, did you find it noticeable narrower? I have fairly chunky fingers and find guitars with narrow necks like some Squire’s challenging particularly with “cowboy” chords down by the nut!

[@mg5672]

I finally decided to buy the sire HSS , I wanted to buy a Strat MN but lefthand is costly and then I listened again to many on KZbin and the sire is beautiful it no I am concerned about people saying it’s finger board is to narrow and top E slipping. To only time I’ll buy A USA Strat is if I win lotto. So a sire is on the way and the €200 I save is towards a Boss mkii amp.

[@Evil.Turkey]

The Sire S7FM is just the best! Feels like a $2000 worth Fender

[@dennisweigelt]

I feel/hear that the Schecter sounds more woody or maybe more hollow. I like it 😊

[@chrishandley]

I prefer the look of the Nick Johnston guitar, but if I were to buy one, it'd have to be one with an ebony fretboard as it hides the wood cutting on the circular inlays.

[@BurntMcgurnt]

I play the Nick Johnston guitar everyday I chamged the pickups I put some duncs in there. and new hipshot locking tuners but ya it's good other than constant intonation problems

[@Hiro.the.God.]

My God, that Sire looks so sick. They both look and sound beautiful, but I’m going to get a Sire asap. It screams buy me, you know you want me! 😂

[@Turej87]

What do You think about the Sterling Cutlass compared to these two ?

[@bjamminsincebirth3494]

I enjoy all your videos. I’m curious to know which strat you like best for jazz.

[@Paralung]

I got a Schecter Route 66, which is basically a NJ with Schecter Pasadena single PU's (and with regular dot inlays). I love the sounds and feel of it. I remember some youtuber changing the stock PUs of his NJ for a Pasadena set and being very satisfied with them. They have lower input than the NJ's pickups.

[@taxo]

Good you managed to get one, they're Italian exclusives

[@jamestejada3673]

Is that why it costs so much?The pasadena pick up settings

[@Bairov]

I'm curious 🤔 What are the differences between the pups? I can't find any info anywhere how hot these pickups are on these models.

[@johnnathancordy]

Ha! Anthony Adams rubbing his hands meme!

[@gianlucab.9837]

I have the route 66 (rosewood fingerboard), sss. Avaible just in Italian market (but, I think NJ is very similar..). I prefer buy in a shop and paying twice the cost, even If I had the possibility of buy the Sire online (assuming the quality is the same).

[@micwalt]

I've got a couple Schecter PTs (Tele copy). They're both great guitars.

[@merkules2001]

I have a Fender plus top player and it's nice. I would buy the schecter for the neck. I felt 20 different guitar necks at a gc and that NJ pt was the smoothest. Is the strat the same as pt in smoothness department?

[@steffenschmidt4727]

They both sound good in different ways and position's in my opinion and in your hands 💯🎸🎶✨☯️✌🏽✅👍🏼 Happy holidays 🎄

[@Bairov]

Where can I listen to this jam?

[@ΓιώργοςΑβραμόπουλος-ρ2γ]

What about the frets of the guitars? I read that at schecter's they are taller and that make you play faster lines mire easily.Do u agree?

[@MecPex]

I appreciate the most the Schecter but I think that Sire is in another category, another level of quality and finally less expensive.

[@demodeiowa]

the coating on the Sire S7 fretboard is nice. what is it?

[@Guttural]

Hello Have you tried the vintage guitars v6 ? If, what did you think of them?

[@mikechais]

I got the S3 after seeing your video. I dig the guitar a lot, but the lack of string tree pushes the high e out of the nut when I bend all the way up to the 8th or 9th fret. Have you noticed that? I was gonna maybe look in to installing a string tree, but wonder how more people don’t experience this same issue. Thoughts? Thanks!

[@Takianagi]

Just got my Sunburst Sire Vintage today! 😁🎸🎶🎵❤️ Thanks for your reviews about the instrument. I think for the price it's perfect! 🤜🤛

[@Marmidis]

Schecter NJ HSS or Pacifica 612, sir? for the most Super Straty character and voice.

[@LuckyMrSam]

Great review, thank you! There were complains about Sire neck being slightly off, so that 1-st string is too close to the edge of the fretboard, and tuning stability even without use of a tremolo bar.

[@humansnotai4912]

The frets are very rolled which gives a beautiful playing experience. My bottom E string would just roll off the fingerboard from the 10th fret onwards on some lead lines, but now my playing has adapted and it's not a problem.

[@jrockofages5413]

I have this issue with a Squier 50s vibe tele. I spent alot to upgrade it. Drives me nuts

[@moneyball32]

I got a HSS Schecter with the intention to return once the Solo ii Custom was back in stock but I was so impressed that I kept it.

[@myriad860]

I’m selling my Solo II Supreme

[@keithangstadt4950]

Just bought the Schecter today, coincidentally. I chose it over several other “strat” models (fender, G&L Tribute Series, Tagima) primarily because of the sculpted neck heel and not having that damn knob so close to the bridge pickup. Only drawback is I would have rather had a maple board instead of ebony.. My only complaint about the Sire, aesthetically (I haven’t played one) is, of course, that damn knob, and I think lacquered fretboards look cheap.

[@Charlieboy2680]

I love sire ,but they both sound great !

[@digipeet2866]

great sounds wich pickups do you have on the sire s7?

[@kmonjiful]

Hi John, could you Please review de Sterling cutlass ct50? Cheers

[@Arch_Stanton.]

Obviously, this is not a strat, but I'm really tempted to buy one of the new Yamaha Revstar (RSS02T). I think at least spec-wise that guitar is really good for the money, only locking tuners missing. I haven't played one, not the older ones or the new ones. I know you have had at least a short test run with the new Revstars, so what would be your verdict?

[@johnnathancordy]

They're great - pretty reasonably priced - either the professional or the standard I'd be happy with!

[@sboy1955]

I have an RS 620, soon to be 3 yr old.. a really nice guitar in every way. Haven’t changed one thing on it. If you have a Les Paul or SG itch, the RS will scratch it just fine.

[@halohat2286]

Schecter all the way. The issue with the Sire fret ends kills any interest I'd have. Also very much prefer the Schecter truss rod adjustment point. You can't fix the Sire fret ends and after a refret it would cost as much as the Scheter and still not have the other features I'd prefer.

[@timtime9167]

They don't make that s7 vintage in that sherwood Green that Jon's playing. You can get it in ssh with 2 knobs. Love that color.

[@anurupguhathakurta2913]

Please do sire vs schecter NJ vs player strat vs prs se !

[@lorcanrowley133]

Are both guitars made at the same factory? They're both Made in Indonesia right?

[@bratskiy.ostrog]

Yes

[@maurovargas5563]

Very good review, thanks for that 😎😎😎

[@huka83]

Wow....I'm the first person to like this video!that's an achievement !

[@BigBoss-md4wp]

Hello, I am 2 years late to this video, but I too still take it as an achievement 😅

[@mikejelinek1413]

John, I've seen some of your reviews and liked them. But today I really enjoyed watching you're guitar playing. Your style is very effortless very tasty playing. Glad I took the time to watch your videos!

[@robmcnabb3123]

I bought a Johnston (the pink one because why not) back in late October and it is a nice back up for a gig. My fret ends are pretty rough on it and definitely needs some work already. I did think I was going to trade in the Johnston for a SE Silver Sky, but I didn’t feel the SE was any better than the Johnston. The American SS was definitely better but a lot more for a second guitar.

[@RobbenBanks153]

How often does one find oneself using the ‘backup’ guitar in a gig?

[@robmcnabb3123]

When you play sets with drop d songs and don’t have time to tune between songs. Also, you can break strings live and a crowd doesn’t like waiting for a string change.

[@elevenAD]

i prefer the Sire tone but i love the look of the Schecter!

[@azzazelo]

This vs your USA strats? That would be cool to see

[@timothy5974]

Hey what’s up!! I’m interested in a new guitar and WAS thinking about the Sire. I looked at a Seeetwater photo of the S7 and I am very concerned about the fret job. I do see the string rides right at the edge of the beveled edge. I just don’t know why a guitar company wouldn’t see this. Back to my searching. I could definitely see string falling off the edge a problem. 🤷‍♂️😩

[@iAutodidact]

I just got my Sire S7 Vintage about a week ago from Anderton’s (cheaper to order to the US than waiting for Sweetwater to get in stock). The fret rolling is not an issue at all. I think pictures make it looks worse than it is.

[@timothy5974]

@@iAutodidact That’s great news, can you let us know if in the future you see it as a problem? Thank you. Enjoy your new Guitar !!🤘

[@orffman1]

It does feel like you might fall off, however I haven't and I pretty much adjusted. The neck is ridiculously fast to play because of the radius and rolled neck. I love it.

[@Dodzee.44]

I much prefer the matt finish on the neck not the gloss on the Sire. better feel

[@picksalot1]

Very close tones, though I preferred the creamier sounding Sire, and I think it suited your playing better. I also liked the look and price of the Sire. For a more "Straty" sound, floating the bridge helps a lot.

[@dyslashdx]

woo, awesome thanks for comparing those! :)

[@milomusica7419]

how about de comanche g&l bro ?

[@jadestewart3519]

Where do U buy the green with the red scratch plate

[@mbaraka92]

He said that he got this one built for him after reviewing the white ones

[@catsimus2317]

I tried a Nick Johnston Schecter once in a store, but the setup was so bad to the point of it being unplayable. Other than the absolutely atrocious setup, there wasn't anything wrong with the guitar. Neck felt nice, sounded great, switch felt good, bridge was nice, and fretwork was good too. It feels wrong saying I liked the guitar when the intonation was so bad to the point of dissonance, but if I needed a strat, I'd be comfortable ordering one sight unseen

[@emmittletiecq1673]

Do the Schecter and Sire s7 have him after adding high gain?

[@SisterRose]

I prefer the Sire's sound, but the Schechter is probably better if you want a more traditional strat tone. I'd say The Sire is somewhere between a Strat and Jazzmaster Sonically.

[@russtyruss_i-Invest]

Personally I prefer the clean tones of the Sire. I ordered the S7-FM-TBL over a month ago, arriving August. It's a HSS

[@davidcarlson8571]

The sire is beautiful. Very much fits your play style, as far as I’ve seen. I’ve always wondered where you got that color. I’ve been drooling over the sire guitars since I have discovered them. Happy to say I ordered my first one a couple days ago. Antique White S7 Vintage. Thanks for all your help and once again, your playing is unmatched.

[@vadergrd]

and how was the guitar

[@davidcarlson8571]

@@vadergrd I haven’t picked up any other guitar since. I’m in love.

[@vadergrd]

@@davidcarlson8571 great to hear! is it an s7 vintage model??

[@davidcarlson8571]

@@vadergrd yes! Antique white!

[@vadergrd]

@@davidcarlson8571 all the best to you and enjoy it!!

[@TheZenguitarguy]

Sire Pups, in my ears, sound fuller and better balanced. PS, I am having my Sire S7 Pups shielded this week to try and reduce hum on higher gain settings, but I really enjoy it a lot. Thanks John!

[@FilmFlam]

What's with the shiny fretboard on the Sire?

[@johnnathancordy]

No-one really knows. It's not a thing that you feel under your fingers if you're worried about that, it feels super smooth etc. It's just an odd design choice when the back of the neck is satin??

[@justjaloe]

@@johnnathancordyis the shiny part what makes it feel smooth? Would you say the Schechter fretboard is just as smooth?

[@mattsoutherden]

Sire sounds slightly brighter to me. A little more strat-like. I agree that the Schecter looks better, especially the satin neck.

[@daviddalziel884]

Sire S7 in Andertons only one colour is £399 others are £499 .

[@daviddalziel884]

Two colours now at £399 !!

[@e.b.4872]

The sire sounds more brighty "slinky"and the shecter sounds more like a "profound", consistent sound. I guess I prefer the shecter sounds in the video but both are good guitars for the price !

[@pogoism1]

S7 vs AZES, cause with 390 for the s7 they are in a similar price range right?

[@johnnathancordy]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/eHqagXyPbK5opc0 - here were my thoughts on that!

[@dinkgrabber5042]

Great vid I got schecter pt special I love it. I got sire s7...meh it's ok....

[@brianheale5064]

The schecter silver mountain is flawless

[@curiositydivine]

The Schecter headstock looks better because they copied Suhr, which in my opinion is the best looking headstock of any guitar.

[@stratocumulusnimbostratus328]

Thanks! Think the S7 wins at that price

[@johnnathancordy]

Yeh - Andertons Sale for the win

[@Sascha_Franck]

Was about to purchase a Sire, but the laquered fretboard really put me off, it's every bit as fugly as it get's. Unfortunately. Fortunately, however, I found a very reasobly priced Schecter (the HSS version) on eBay classifieds. Will arrive next week and I almost can't hold my pee anymore already...

[@orffman1]

In person the necks look pretty cool. I thought I'd hate it but it looks great. May depend of the color you get, with green it works for me.

[@justjaloe]

@@orffman1which did you stick with? If you have the Schechter, does fretboard feel just as smooth as the sire? I have the sire and like the feel of the fret, but I like the look of Schechter better.

[@michaelhanna6162]

I don't have a Schecter, I do have a nice Japanese made Fender Strat and I find the Sire much more fun to play. I did remove the treble bleed which made it much better for me. @@justjaloe

[@emtbwulf9215]

To me the Sire cleans sounds fuller/sweeter. The NJ sounds more one dimensional. Do like the overall look of the NJ's neck, but think I would prefer the feel of the S7's neck profile. Seriously Great playing btw.

[@bluwng]

Most people hate glossy necks yet they make exceptions for popular brands or expensive. The human mind and ego can’t be trusted.

[@TheLegendaryHero-up4jk]

Glossy neck - very nice.

[@stephenbennett5240]

Sure defiantly has more roundness and range. The schecter is more classic Strat sound. I prefer the sire but both sound great

[@spider5001]

The Schecter is actually more expensive than the silver sky se here in the states🥴

[@clevertrevor7360]

Sire is a bit 'glossy' for me , also can't stand abalone.

[@DaiKatana14]

Thanks for the review! Some time ago I asked you how the Sire S7 compares to the Schecter NJ and Yamaha Pacifica 612VII, since they are probably the most recommended S-type guitars under 1000 euros. If you could get Your hand on a Yamaha 612VII and Cort G300pro (aka "poor man's Pete Thorn"/little brother of the Ibby AZ line) it would really be great and help a lot of people who are looking for "spec'd out" or superstrat guitars in that

[@johnnathancordy]

I've asked loads of times if I could loan a 612 from Yam but haven't had any luck as yet. Sorry!! Will see what I can sort out.. JC

[@DaiKatana14]

@@johnnathancordy Nothing to apologize for mate, you're giving us great content. Sadly the prices are going up in the EU, so some of these instruments will not be affordable anymore. I've seen prices go up considerably within the last year for more known/popular Yamaha, Schecter, Charvel and Fujigen (S-type) models in the 700-900euro price range, which is basically pushing (us) the average bedroom player towards some more affordable models like Sire and Cort that are in the 500ish price range. Yamaha 612v and Charvel DK24 went up almost 150e withing the year, Schecter NJ (and some PT models) also went up 100euros, Fujigen J standard Odyssey went from 800 to 1000euros... I mean at those prices it ain't worth it anymore... Which is not a bad thing if the QC and bang the buck are there for some lesser known brands, but then again you'll have to ask yourself are you going to buy a good instrument or are you willing to pay more for the same quality and recognized name branding.

[@SingPsalms]

I have the Pacifica 612 in root beer red, and it's an excellent guitar. I’ve never tried the Schecter or the Sire, but I don't think you’d be disappointed in it.. but they are hard to get right now though took me a little over 4 months to get one on backorder.

[@ptrisonic]

@@SingPsalms I like the look of the Pacifica - it looks good as a round the house guitar and for taking to jams. Some are beginning to creep up in price almost all the time - so they are certainly less of a bargain, at least for the top of the line versions - still the good thing is that all of them appear to be quality instruments. Best, Pete.

[@guitarman6742]

Best demo...ever!

[@arfandywinardy]

Idk but for me sire sounds more mature. No offense at all, the shecter specs is great with ebony fingerboard btw

[@robbie12207]

Schecter wins. That volume knob position on traditional strats is Lunacy and a deal breaker for many.

[@dragan4658]

Here in Canada at present, the S7 is $1149, the Schecter NJ is $1249. Hense the NJ in my opinion is the one yo go with...edit: we are getting robbed based on pricing in Canada!

[@TheKeithbruce]

why don't you use a tremolo pedal , instead of shaking your guitar

[@carlosaugustocastillogarci8011]

Yo noto que cuando atacas la cuerda suavemente tiene mas sustain la guitarra schecter que la sire, la sire tiene menos sustain es mi opinion🎸 de ahi en fuera pues todo bien con la sire estéticamente es muy bonita.

[@carlosaugustocastillogarci8011]

I notice that when you attack the string gently, the Schecter guitar has more sustain than the Sire, the Sire has less sustain, that's my opinion🎸 From there on out, everything is fine with the Sire, aesthetically it's very pretty

[@christinabacke9831]

There is nothing on the Shecter that can justify the extra 300 pounds, I would go for Sire.😊

[@brianbeath8690]

The Schecter seems to have more treble and bite in all positions.