Description
There aren’t many instruments as razor-sharp as the BC Rich Ironbird! This particular MK1 model, from the brand’s Legacy Series, harks back to BC Rich’s ’80s heyday with its stealthy all-black colour scheme, high-output DiMarzio Super Distortion humbucker, and Kahler locking tremolo system. It’s a pure shred machine!
Key Features
- Neck-Through-Body Construction — Yields piano-like sustain, with heel-less design and “Shredzilla” deep cut enabling effortless access to the highest frets.
- Mahogany Body/Wings — A rich-sounding tonewood that adds deep lows and warm mid-range into the sonic mix.
- 3-Piece Maple Neck — Layered design ensures maximum strength, for incredible tuning stability. Features ‘Ultra Slim’ profile and slippery satin finish for lightning-fast playability.
- Macassar Ebony Fingerboard — Dark and silky material, featuring a modern 14″ radius and 24 frets.
- Extra Jumbo Frets — Large size offers a controllable feel for wide vibrato and pitch-perfect string bends.
- DiMarzio Super Distortion Humbucker — The original high-output pickup! Delivers immense power and clarity; designed to kick your amp into a higher gear.
- Kahler 7300 Locking Tremolo — Dip and dive-bomb to your heart’s content without losing tune!
- Great For – Rock, Heavy Metal
Specifications
Body
- Body Shape: Ironbird MK1
- Body Wood: Mahogany (Nyotah Palaquium)
Neck
- Neck Wood: 3-Piece Noth American Maple
- Neck Shape: “Shredzilla” Ultra Slim Countour
- Neck Finish: Satin
- Scale Length: 25.5″
- Construction: “No Heel” Neck-Through-Body
- Fingerboard Material: Macassar Ebony
- Fingerboard Radius: 14″
- Fret Size: Extra Jumbo
- Number of Frets: 24
- Inlays: Diamonds
- Headstock: 6-In-Line Harpoon
- Nut: Locking
- Nut Width: 1 11/16″
- Truss Rod: Dual Adjust
Hardware
- Bridge: Kahler 7300 Flat Mount Hybrid Tremolo with Brass Rollers
- Tuning Machines: Grover Locking Rotomatic (18:1 Ratio)
- Hardware Colour: Black
Electronics
- Bridge Pickup: DiMarzio Super Distortion Humbucker (Made in USA)
- Controls: Single Volume
