Ormsby Guitars SX GTR 7 String | Seafoam

I love it when a guitar looks understated until you actually start reading the spec sheet. At first glance, this Seafoam SX GTR is just a beautifully finished 7-string. Then you notice the set-neck construction, swamp ash body, wenge fingerboard, and multiscale layout stretching from 25.5" to 27.8". Suddenly you realize this thing means business.

Ormsby has built a reputation by asking, "What does a modern player actually need?" rather than following tradition for tradition's sake. That longer bass side keeps the low string tight and articulate, while the shorter treble side still feels familiar under your fingers. The result is a guitar that stays incredibly clear when tuned low but doesn't fight you when it's time to bend or play leads.

The pickup pairing is equally well thought out. The Nunchucker A8 in the bridge has all the aggression and punch you'd expect, while the De La Creme A2 in the neck brings warmth and surprising clarity for cleans and fluid lead work. Combined with the resonance of the set-neck design, it's a guitar that feels just as comfortable exploring atmospheric textures as it does delivering crushing modern rhythm tones.

Personally, I think Ormsby has become one of the most exciting builders in the modern guitar world. They don't chase trends—they solve problems. If you've been curious about multiscale guitars, this is exactly the kind of instrument that makes you wonder why you didn't try one sooner.

Weight: 7lbs 4oz
Finish: Seafoam
Body: Swamp Ash
Neck: Roasted Maple, Set Neck
Fingerboard: Wenge
Fretwire: Jumbo Stainless
Scale Length: 25.5"–27.8" Multiscale
Bridge Pickup: Ormsby Nunchucker A8
Neck Pickup: Ormsby De La Creme A2
Number of Strings: 7
Notes: Excellent condition with one small paint chip on the headstock near the nut. Includes hard case.