So far a lot of playing is done(Steep learning curve with an extra string and the Low End) All I have been doing is learning A Change of Seasons intro by Dream Theater, and alot of mind numbing power chords to explore the thump.(so much I already blew out my speaker even at low volumnes)
There is a bit of string buzz on the low B, but not so bad that it interfers with playing. The action is a bit high but i will try to set it up tomorrow. All the notes play ok over the neck, sustain is fairly well. The guitar was shipped in tune (a first for me to see) and it kept the tune pretty well.
The pickup's say
Duncan Designed on them. They sound better than the V8 sounds like on my Mahogany RG520QS. But eally muddy on the low end, and lack of singing tone on the highend (Maybe a vintage tuned sound). Over-all I can live with these Pup's alot more than with my RG520QS's stock V7 - V8 combo.
The craftsmenship is not all that great. You can see a differences in seams where body wood pieces are joined (Not surface planed after construction) And the gromets for the strings to go through the body are not even close to being even or inline, Will post close up later(maybe they allow drinking on the assembly lines in Korea).
One thing I am not sure is whether these models remain consistant through the years. Since the one's online seems to have a different head stock depending on which music store you do your shopping at.
I will try to record some sound bits tomorrow as well.
Here are the advertised specs:
The SKN-700 is absolutely loaded with professional features and is available at an insanely low price!
Gorgeous high gloss transparent blue finish with silver-grey pearloid pickguard!
Solid alder body with sculpted back and heel for maximum balance and playability
Two high output Duncan Designed humbuckers with one volume and one tone control
Incredibly fast Maple neck deep-set into the body for easy access to the highest frets and locked in with fully recessed neck bolts
Polished chrome hardware with a string-thru-body bridge for maximum attack and sustain.
Beautiful trus rod adjustable maple neck with dark
rosewood fret board
22 jumbo nickel-silver frets
Stop bar tail piece gives the guitar great sustain.
Die-cast precision Grover tuners for accurate tuning.
Width of the neck at the nut: 1 7/8", at the 21st fret 2 11/16"
Overall length 38 ¾"
