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The Legator N9F Ninja Super Shred 9-String Multiscale Electric Guitar is an extreme extended-range instrument designed for guitarists who need enormous low-end range without sacrificing definition, stability or technical playability. Its substantial 28.5"–30" multiscale layout gives the lowest strings the length and tension required for exceptionally deep tunings while keeping the upper strings comparatively more manageable for lead work.

A set-thru five-piece wenge and maple neck, mahogany body and 14"–16" compound-radius Richlite fingerboard create a stable and performance-focused foundation. Fishman Fluence Modern pickups provide the clarity and output needed to reproduce the N9F's exceptionally wide frequency range, while 24 jumbo stainless-steel frets, Luminlay side markers, locking tuners and a dedicated Legator nine-string bridge complete a guitar built for progressive metal, djent and truly extended-range composition.

At A Glance

Feature	Details
Brand	Legator
Model	N9F Ninja Super Shred
Type	9-String Multiscale Electric Guitar
Condition	New
Scale Length	28.5"–30" Multiscale
Construction	Set-Thru
Body	Mahogany
Neck	5-Piece Wenge / Maple
Fingerboard	Richlite Composite
Radius	14"–16" Compound
Frets	24 Jumbo Stainless Steel
Pickups	Fishman Fluence Modern
Main Appeal	Extreme extended range with controlled low-string response
Best For	Progressive metal, djent, technical metal and extended-range composition
Skill Level	Advanced

What Makes the Legator N9F Ninja Super Shred Special?

The N9F takes Legator's Ninja concept into genuine nine-string territory. Rather than simply adding additional strings to a conventional guitar platform, Legator uses a massive 28.5"–30" multiscale layout designed specifically to keep extremely low notes tight, articulate and usable. The longest strings approach baritone and bass-like scale lengths, while the shorter treble side prevents the entire instrument from feeling unnecessarily rigid.

Its construction is equally specialised. A five-piece wenge and maple set-thru neck provides the rigidity required to handle nine strings and substantial overall tension, while dual neck reinforcement adds further stability. Fishman Fluence Modern pickups, stainless-steel frets and purpose-built multiscale hardware make the N9F a serious instrument for guitarists whose music genuinely requires a range far beyond conventional six, seven or even eight-string designs.

Nine-String Extended Range

A nine-string electric guitar dramatically expands the range available beneath a standard guitar.

The conventional six-string register remains available, but the three additional lower strings open up extremely deep rhythm parts, expanded chord voicings and new approaches to composition.

This makes the N9F particularly useful for players combining:

• Guitar and bass-like registers
• Ultra-low rhythm parts
• Extended chord voicings
• Progressive arrangements
• Polyrhythmic riffing
• Modern metal production
• Experimental composition

It is very much a specialist instrument for players who already understand why they need this level of extended range.

28.5"–30" Multiscale Design

The N9F uses an extensive 28.5"–30" multiscale layout.

The scale progressively increases towards the lowest strings, reaching a full 30 inches on the bass side. This additional scale length is crucial for maintaining useful tension and definition at the extremely low pitches a nine-string guitar can produce.

The shorter 28.5-inch treble side remains longer than a conventional electric guitar but prevents the upper strings from becoming as stiff as they would with a uniform 30-inch scale.

Why Multiscale Matters on a 9-String

String tension becomes one of the biggest challenges when designing guitars with extremely extended low ranges.

A conventional 25.5-inch scale can leave ultra-low strings feeling loose and poorly defined. Increasing the scale length helps, but using a uniform 30-inch scale would make the higher strings considerably more demanding.

Multiscale construction allows the N9F to balance those opposing requirements.

The bass strings receive enough length for a controlled response, while the treble strings remain shorter for comparatively easier bending, vibrato and lead work.

Set-Thru Construction

The N9F uses set-thru construction, creating a smooth transition between neck and body.

Rather than using a traditional bolt-on heel, the neck extends deeply into the body structure. This provides excellent upper-fret access while creating a substantial connection between neck and body.

On an instrument intended for advanced technical playing across 24 frets and nine strings, unrestricted access to the upper register is particularly important.

Five-Piece Wenge & Maple Neck

A five-piece wenge and maple neck provides the structural foundation needed for the N9F.

Nine strings create considerably more overall tension than a conventional guitar, so neck rigidity and stability become especially important.

The contrasting pieces of wenge and maple create a strong multi-laminate structure designed to withstand the demands of extended-range tuning while also giving the rear of the neck a distinctive premium appearance.

Dual Neck Reinforcement

Legator incorporates dual reinforcement into the neck construction, providing additional structural stability.

This is particularly valuable on a nine-string instrument because of:

• Greater total string tension
• Longer scale lengths
• Wider fingerboard dimensions
• Low-action technical setups
• Heavy-gauge lower strings

The reinforced construction helps provide a reliable foundation for accurate neck adjustment and consistent playability.

Mahogany Body

The N9F features a mahogany body, providing a substantial tonal foundation for its enormous range.

Mahogany contributes body and midrange weight, complementing the tight response produced by the long multiscale layout.

Its familiar Ninja double-cutaway shape also maintains excellent access across the entire fingerboard despite the guitar's extreme extended-range specification.

14"–16" Compound-Radius Richlite Fingerboard

The N9F uses a Richlite composite fingerboard with a 14"–16" compound radius.

Lower down the neck, the slightly more curved surface supports comfortable rhythm playing and wide extended-range chord shapes.

Moving towards the body, the fingerboard progressively flattens, creating a better platform for:

• Fast lead playing
• Tapping
• Sweep picking
• Legato
• Wide stretches
• Low-action setups

Richlite also provides a smooth and consistent playing surface across the unusually wide nine-string neck.

24 Jumbo Stainless-Steel Frets

The N9F is fitted with 24 3mm jumbo stainless-steel frets, providing two complete octaves across every string.

The jumbo fret profile works particularly well for modern technical playing because relatively little pressure is required to fret notes cleanly.

Stainless steel provides excellent resistance to wear and creates a smooth surface for bends, slides and vibrato.

Mother-of-Pearl Offset Inlays

Mother-of-pearl offset dot inlays provide clear visual reference points without dominating the wide fingerboard.

Their offset placement complements the modern appearance of the Ninja design and keeps the centre of the fingerboard visually uncluttered.

Luminlay Side Dots

The N9F also includes Luminlay side markers.

These luminous markers remain easier to see in dark stage environments than conventional position markers, providing useful navigation during live performance.

On a nine-string guitar with a particularly wide fingerboard, clear side markers can be especially valuable.

Fishman Fluence Modern Pickups

The N9F uses Fishman Fluence Modern humbuckers, chosen to handle the exceptionally broad frequency range of a nine-string guitar.

At extremely low tunings, pickup clarity becomes crucial. Excessive compression or uncontrolled bass can quickly turn complex extended-range riffs into an indistinct sound.

Fishman Fluence Modern pickups are designed to provide:

• Tight low-frequency response
• Strong attack
• Clear note separation
• High output
• Detailed high-gain tones
• Articulate cleans

This makes them particularly well suited to the N9F's extreme range.

Push-Pull Voice Selection

The Fluence system provides multiple pickup voices accessed through push-pull switching.

This allows the response and character of the pickups to be changed directly from the guitar, providing greater tonal flexibility than a conventional single-voice active pickup.

It can be particularly useful when moving between heavily saturated rhythm tones and cleaner or more dynamic passages.

Killswitch

The N9F features a dedicated killswitch, allowing the player to instantly interrupt the guitar's signal.

Rapidly operating the switch can create:

• Rhythmic stutter effects
• Percussive accents
• Machine-gun-style interruptions
• Experimental textures

It is particularly well suited to progressive and technical guitar styles where unconventional performance techniques are often part of the arrangement.

24:1 Locking Tuners

The N9F features 24:1 ratio locking tuners.

The high gear ratio enables particularly fine tuning adjustments, which becomes increasingly useful on an instrument with nine strings and very low pitches.

Locking posts also simplify string installation and provide secure string retention without excessive winding around the tuner posts.

Legator Custom 9-String Multiscale Bridge

A dedicated Legator multiscale nine-string fixed bridge accommodates the individual scale length of each string.

The fixed design prioritises stability and direct response rather than incorporating the additional complexity of a tremolo system.

For an instrument designed around heavy strings, long scale lengths and extreme low tunings, this straightforward hardware approach makes considerable practical sense.

Who Is It For?

The Legator N9F Ninja Super Shred is a highly specialised instrument aimed primarily at experienced extended-range players.

It is especially suitable for:

• Progressive metal
• Djent
• Technical death metal
• Modern metal
• Experimental metal
• Instrumental progressive music
• Extreme low tunings
• Extended-range composition
• Polyrhythmic rhythm guitar
• Tapping
• Two-handed techniques
• Complex extended chords
• Studio production
• Experimental guitar arrangements

Players considering their first extended-range instrument will generally find a seven or eight-string easier to approach. The N9F makes most sense for musicians who specifically require the extra range offered by nine strings.

Why Choose a 9-String Multiscale Guitar?

A nine-string guitar occupies a unique space between conventional electric guitar and lower-register instruments.

The additional strings dramatically expand compositional possibilities and allow extremely low pitches to sit alongside familiar guitar chord shapes and lead vocabulary.

At this range, however, scale length becomes critical.

The N9F's 28.5"–30" multiscale design helps ensure the extra strings provide genuinely useful musical range rather than simply producing lower notes with inadequate tension.

For musicians creating modern music built around extremely low guitar registers, this combination of extended range and controlled string tension can be transformative.

N9F vs N8FSS – Which Should You Choose?

The N8FSS provides an already substantial eight-string range with a shorter 26.5"–27.5" multiscale. For many modern metal players, it offers an excellent balance between extended range and manageable dimensions.

The N9F goes considerably further.

Its additional ninth string and much longer 28.5"–30" scale are designed for players who specifically need extremely low pitches and greater string tension.

Choose the N8FSS if you want substantial extended range in a comparatively accessible format.

Choose the N9F if your music genuinely requires the additional ninth string and ultra-low register.

What's Included?

• Legator N9F Ninja Super Shred 9-String Multiscale Electric Guitar
• Factory-fitted Dunlop .009–.088 string set

Technical Specifications

General

Brand: Legator
Model: N9F / N9FSS
Series: Ninja Super Shred
Instrument Type: 9-String Multiscale Electric Guitar
Number of Strings: 9
Orientation: Right-Handed
Scale Length: 28.5"–30"
Scale Type: Multiscale

Body

Body Material: Mahogany
Body Shape: Ninja

Neck

Construction: Set-Thru
Neck Material: 5-Piece Wenge / Maple
Neck Reinforcement: Dual Reinforcement

Fingerboard

Fingerboard Material: Richlite Composite
Fingerboard Radius: 14"–16" Compound Radius
Position Inlays: Mother-of-Pearl Offset Dots
Side Markers: Luminlay
Number of Frets: 24
Fret Size: 3mm Jumbo
Fret Material: Stainless Steel

Electronics

Pickup Configuration: HH
Pickups: Fishman Fluence Modern Humbuckers
Pickup Type: Multi-Voice
Controls: Master Volume
Voice Selection: Push-Pull
Additional Control: Killswitch

Hardware

Bridge: Legator Custom 9-String Multiscale Bridge
Bridge Type: Fixed
Tuning Machines: Locking
Tuner Gear Ratio: 24:1

Strings

Factory String Set: Dunlop
Factory Gauge: .009–.088

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Legator N9F a nine-string guitar?

Yes. The N9F features nine strings, providing three additional lower strings beneath the range of a conventional six-string guitar.

Is the N9F multiscale?

Yes. It uses a substantial 28.5"–30" multiscale layout designed specifically for extreme extended-range playing.

Why is the scale so long?

Extremely low strings require additional scale length to maintain useful tension and clarity. The N9F reaches 30 inches on the bass side to provide a firmer and more controlled response.

Is 30 inches considered baritone scale?

Yes. A 30-inch scale is substantially longer than a conventional electric guitar and sits firmly within extended baritone territory.

What pickups are fitted to the N9F?

It uses Fishman Fluence Modern humbuckers designed to maintain clarity and definition across the guitar's exceptionally wide range.

Do the pickups have multiple voices?

Yes. Push-pull switching provides access to different Fishman Fluence pickup voices.

Does the N9F have stainless-steel frets?

Yes. It features 24 3mm jumbo stainless-steel frets.

What is the fingerboard made from?

The N9F uses a Richlite composite fingerboard with a 14"–16" compound radius.

What is the neck made from?

It uses a five-piece wenge and maple neck with set-thru construction.

Does the N9F have glow-in-the-dark side markers?

Yes. Luminlay side dots are fitted to improve fingerboard visibility in low-light performance environments.

What does the killswitch do?

The killswitch instantly interrupts the guitar signal while operated, allowing rhythmic stutter effects and other creative performance techniques.

Is the N9F suitable for extremely low tunings?

Yes. Extremely low tunings are one of the primary reasons for its nine-string configuration and 28.5"–30" multiscale design.

Is the Legator N9F suitable for beginners?

It would not normally be recommended as a first guitar. Its nine strings, exceptionally wide neck, long scale and multiscale layout are aimed primarily at experienced players who specifically require an extreme extended-range instrument.

Is the N9F good for djent and progressive metal?

Yes. Its long multiscale design, nine-string range and Fishman Fluence pickups make djent, progressive metal and technical modern styles some of its strongest applications.

Does the N9F have locking tuners?

Yes. It uses 24:1 ratio locking tuners for secure string retention and precise adjustment.

Does it have a tremolo?

No. The N9F uses a fixed Legator custom nine-string multiscale bridge.

What strings are fitted from the factory?

Legator specifies a Dunlop .009–.088 nine-string set.

What is the difference between the N9F and N8FSS?

The N9F adds a ninth string and uses a substantially longer 28.5"–30" multiscale. The N8FSS has eight strings and uses the shorter 26.5"–27.5" multiscale, making it somewhat more conventional by extended-range standards.

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