Schecter John Browne Tao-8 Electric Guitar. Satin Trans Purple (STP)

After years of prog metal experimentation and an intense dedication to guitars and gear, John Browne’s expertise has culminated with the Tao-8 electric guitar from Schecter. With a unique tonewood marriage, a pair of red-hot Schecter USA humbuckers, and a sleek satin neck, the Tao-8 replicates the very style and tone of Browne’s everyday axe. Undoubtedly, a wealth of sonic sounds is key to his success. Therefore, Schecter included a volume push-pull control knob and 3-way pickup switch to ensure top-notch audial possibilities. Care to take things to the stage like the man himself? No problem: the Tao-8’s bridge and tuning machines offer excellent intonation stability. And with a highly visible side marker design, you’ll be able to wield the power of prog metal’s finest in any location possible.

Features

• John Browne 8-string signature model electric guitar
• Swamp ash body veiled with a flamed maple veneer top generates excellent resonance and high-frequency projection — perfect for prog metal experimentation
• Bolt-on neck joint and generous cutaway shape lend easy access to all 24 frets
• USA Colossus and Chaosbreaker humbucker duo churns out crystal-clear high frequencies with an undisturbed bottom-end at any gain level
• Dial in your sound with a push-pull volume control knob and 3-way pickup toggle
• Ultra-smooth satin neck with thin “U” shape profile makes quick note transitions a breeze
• Hipshot Grip-Lock tuners and fixed bridge promote easy and healthy intonation
• Black hardware with TUSQ nut and luminlay glow-in-the-dark side markers top off killer sound with a unique visual display

Specifications:

GENERAL
- Model Name: John Browne Tao-8
- Item Number: 464
- Guitar Color Shown: Satin Trans Purple

NECK
- Tuners: Hipshot Grip-Lock
- Fretboard Material: Ebony
- Neck Material: Wenge/Paduak 5-Ply
- Side Dot Markers: Luminlay Glow in the Dark
- Scale: 27"
- Neck Shape: Ultra Thin "U"
- Thickness: 1st Fret- .748" (19MM), 12th Fret- .787" (20MM)
- Frets: 24 X-Jumbo Stainless Steel
- Fretboard Radius: 20" (508MM)
- Nut: Graph Tech XL Black Tusq
- Nut Width: 2.12 (54MM)

BODY
- Guitar Colors: Satin Transparent Purple
- Hardware Color: Black
- Top Contour: Flat Top
- Dexterity: Right Handed
- Construction: 4 Bolt-On with Ultra Access
- Body Material: Swamp Ash
- Top Material: Flamed Maple
- Bridge: Hipshot Fixed Bridge

ELECTRONICS
- Controls: Volume (Push-Pull)/3-Way Dependent Toggle
- Bridge Pickup: Schecter USA Colossus
- Neck Pickup: Schecter USA Chaosbreaker

ACCESSORIES
- Knobs: Metal Dome w/ Set Screw
- Strings: Ernie Ball 8-String Skinny Top Heavy Bottom #2624 (.009/.012/.016/.026/.036/.046/.064/.080)
- Case: 1620 SGR-1C C-Shape Hardcase(Sold Separately)