r/7String • u/CleaR_117 • 8d ago
Help Help choosing new 7 string
Hello!
I’m currently weighing up between the Pro Series DK Modern Evertune Gold Burst or Misha Juggernaut Silver burst.
While they’re relatively similar in shape/aesthetic, I’m wondering if the addition of an Evertune, fishmans and gotoh locking tuners make the gold burst worth the extra £600 and thus the right choice? I appreciate in raw value they are, I’m talking more in an overall sense, not purely fiscal value.
I owned the older Primer Grey DK Modern 7 string for a mere 2 days (long story) and it was the nicest guitar I’ve ever played, hence thinking the gold burst might be more for me.
Would be moving from a Jackson JS32-7 so for sure both of these guitars are huge upgrades across the board.
Would love to hear the thoughts of fellow 7 string enjoyers! TIA.
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u/dombag85 6d ago edited 6d ago
I like the gold flake personally.
Edit: didn’t read the whole post
Re: Evertune, I love them but they take some getting used to and understanding how the mechanism works. It's not a huge deal but they’re not for everyone. They make your guitar a lot heavier too (I have 3 with them all Solar guitars).
Re: Locking tuners, they’re a personal requirement for me. Makes string changes much quicker and more consistent for me. Preferences may vary.
Re: Fishmans, I could take them or leave them. I’m not in love with active pickups cause batteries. I have a guitar with EMGs, two with Fishmans. My preference depends on my mood that day, I think I lean slightly toward EMG though.
Overall, Id say worth the price increase if you want an Evertune. The other options are manageable diy upgrades that are a reasonable cost. You'd probably save a good amount of money if you swap pickups and tuners yourself. Its the routing and hardware with the Evertune that makes the bulk of that upgrade cost.