Signature Guitar

The John Browne Tao-8 Azure by Schecter is an 8-string electric guitar that reflects the soul of the Monuments guitarist. This signature model is designed to deliver powerful and precise tones, while allowing you to express your creativity without limits. Schecter's luthiers have put all their know-how into the creation of this guitar, combining an elegant design with robust components and high-performance microphones, for a clear and powerful sound.

ARTICLE N° 97175
  • Schecter John Browne Tao-8 Azure
  • Electric Guitar
  • Strings: 8-string
  • Neck: Wenge
  • Fingerboard: Ebony
  • Body: Swamp Ash with Flamed Maple Veneer
  • Neck Type: Bolt-on
  • Shape: Ultra-thin "U"
  • Nut Width: 2.125" (54mm)
  • Nut Thickness: 0.75" (19mm)
  • 12th Fret Thickness: 0.8" (20mm)
  • Fingerboard Radius: 20.00" (508mm)
  • Frets: 24 X-Jumbo Stainless Steel
  • Scale Length: 27.00" (686mm)
  • Hardware: Black
  • Bridge: Hipshot Fixed Bridge
  • Tuners: Hipshot Grip-Lock
  • Pickup Type: HH
  • Bridge Pickup: Schecter USA Colossus
  • Neck Pickup: Schecter USA Chaosbreaker
  • Controls: Volume (Push-Pull)/3-Way Dependent Toggle
  • Strings: Ernie Ball 8-String Skinny Top Heavy Bottom #2624 (.009/.012/.016/.026/.036/.046/.064/.080)
The John Browne Tao-8 Azure is the ultimate expression of Schecter’s craftsmanship and innovation. Designed with the Monuments guitarist, this 8-string electric guitar combines modern design with superior technical features. The swamp ash body delivers clear, defined sound, while the flamed maple top with an azure finish adds a fascinating aesthetic touch. The wenge neck is perfect for fast, intense playing even during long sessions.

Schecter USA pickups, Colossus at the bridge and Chaosbreaker at the neck, equip this 8-string guitar, offering a wide range of sounds, from crystal clear notes to saturated tones. With the Hipshot Grip-Lock tuners and the Hipshot fixed bridge, intonation remains precise and tuning stable over time. The stainless steel X-Jumbo frets add both robustness and playing comfort, ensuring a smooth and enjoyable musical experience.
Color
 Blue
Type of guitar
 Electric guitar
Number of strings
 8
Body material
 Marsh ash
Construction
 Bolt-on neck
Type of tuners
 Locking
Hardware color
 Black
Number of frets
 24
Nut width
 54 mm (2.125")
Neck material
 Wenge
Fingerboard material
 Ebony
Scale length
 686 mm (27,00")
Top material
 Flame
Fingerboard radius
 508 mm (20,00")
Cutaway
 Yes
Bridge configuration
 Fix, Hipshot
String gauge
 009 - 080
Instrument type
 Electric guitar

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