u/eviltrams

Guys i need your help, this used Agile 10 string (I think it is 27-30) popped up, keep in mind these are extremely rare in my country (rondomusic's international shipping costs half a guitar)

I have absolutely no use for a 10 string and I think it is an absolutely stupid idea to buy one no matter the price, but I kinda like it and I have GAS. So should I buy it?

First time switching pickups, based on my understanding there are two major form factors, the rounded corner ones and the soapbar (not necessarily actives).

My guitar comes in these pickups which are passive without soapbar casing but they have this rectangular metal piece sandwiched, I assume that makes them soapbar sized hence M8C will fit? I guess M8 is the safer choice but I can get M8C at a discount

Want to get my first 8-string, choice is limited here I can only find these 2 that match my requirements (no bolt-on, thin neck)

https://www.schecterguitars.com/Hellraiser-Hybrid-C-8

https://ormsbyguitars.com/products/headless-metal-v-gtr-run-16?variant=51253445787932

SCHECTER wins in:

• Price ($300 cheaper)
• Straight scale (I don't know if I will like multiscale, also I fine tune my string tensions anyway so multiscale have no advantage)
• Look (Literally can't imagine myself playing V let alone HEADLESS EXTRA POINTY V)
• Brand name (Honestly still can't spell Ormsby without looking it up)

ORMSBY wins:

• Longer scale on the low end
• Stainless steel frets
• Passive pickups (I hate batteries)
• Ergonomics