General
Calling Jackson's Chris Broderick Soloist HT7 signature guitar a first-class shredding machine isn't an exaggeration. The instrument features DiMarzio humbucker pickups designed by Chris himself, which can be split into single-coils by means of the volume knob's push/pull function. It goes without saying that this option gives you an unparalleled range of sounds to choose from. Another thing that sets the 7-string Soloist HT7 apart is its fretboard 12" radius. It's less flat than most other 7-string models, allowing for a comfortable, almost 'vintage' playing experience. The finish and details of this Chris Broderick signature instrument are absolutely outstanding. If the guitar's arched, quilted maple top is not enough to impress you, the natural bindings along its body and neck certainly are.
Soloist HT7 electronics
Two custom DiMarzio humbucker pickups designed by Chris Broderick himself are mounted directly onto the guitar's body, resulting in a tight, defined sound that's solid as a rock. The high output these humbuckers produce is enough to silence even the most bumptious fellow guitarists. Would you care for a little more diversity? No problem; using the volume knob's push/pull function, you can split the pickups, effectively turning them into single-coils. An additional kill switch enables you to introduce the stutter effect that's often heard in metalcore. This Trans Blue shredder's neck, finally, is quartersawn for optimal stability, and fitted with an ebony fretboard with 24 jumbo frets.
Chris Broderick
Chris Broderick is an American musician, best known for his virtuoso guitar playing. After a classical training and daily practice sessions on both electric and classical guitar as well as piano and violin, he soon grew up to become a highly skilled and versatile musician. Chris was brought into the fold of Jag Panzer, where he provided the band with complex and technical riffs for over ten years. Afterwards, he joined Nevermore on tour, where he showcased ferocious lead work alongside Jeff Loomis. In 2008, he joined the legendary band Megadeth, but decided to part ways in 2014 to pursue his own musical direction, which we can now hear in Act of Defiance. Every guitarist can surely learn something from this all-rounder.
