Wylde Audio Spalted Maple With Black Burst Wrathmaker Guitar
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- Brand new in original box
- Full Schecter manufacturer's warranty
- Free shipping in the continental US
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- SKU
- SCHECTER4589
- Color
- Red
. Description
Sound & Tone
The EMG 81 in the bridge gives a tight, cutting attack with sharp definition for palm-muted riffing and fast lead lines, while the 85 in the neck fills out with a warmer, thicker voice for solos and sustained bends, both running at a consistently low noise floor. Solid mahogany under a spalted maple top adds weight and body to the midrange, and the set-neck construction with an ebony fretboard keeps notes ringing with a firm, focused edge. The 25.5" scale tightens up string response, making this a natural fit for metal, hard rock, and any high-gain playing that needs clarity through heavy distortion.
Schecter Wrathmaker Spalted Maple with Black Burst
The Schecter Wrathmaker is a set-neck instrument engineered for recording and production work that demands both visual distinction and refined playability in a modern platform. The spalted maple top with black burst finish delivers striking aesthetics on camera, while the solid mahogany body and carefully engineered neck geometry provide the stability and responsiveness essential for tracking clean takes and maintaining consistent tone across long studio sessions. This model sits at the intersection of premium construction and practical studio musicianship.
Recording & Tracking Performance
The 25.5" scale length with maple/walnut multi-ply neck and ebony fretboard creates a balanced platform for both lead overdubs and rhythmic tracking. Mother of pearl offset dot inlays with brass circles paired with glow-in-the-dark side markers provide clean visual reference in low-light tracking booths, while the set-neck construction delivers solid sustain and resonance that translates clearly through the recording chain.
Tone Shaping for the Mix
The EMG 81/85 active pickup configuration delivers tight, focused articulation across the frequency spectrum with minimal noise floor—ideal for layering guitars without phase issues or background hum. The 81 bridge model excels at definition and cut on the top end, slicing through mix density, while the 85 neck pickup provides warmth and clarity for lead passages and expressive rhythm work. Active electronics ensure consistent output and performance stability across extended tracking sessions and varied ambient studio conditions.
Key Features
- Solid mahogany body with spalted maple top and black burst finish
- Set-neck construction for optimal sustain and body resonance
- 25.5" scale length
- Maple/walnut multi-ply neck
- Ebony fretboard
- Mother of pearl offset dot inlays with brass circles
- Glow-in-the-dark side dot markers with black circles
- EMG 81 bridge pickup and EMG 85 neck pickup
- Active electronics
- Black and chrome hardware
This Wrathmaker combines tonal clarity, visual presence, and consistent performance in a professional-grade instrument built to handle serious studio tracking and session work.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
| Neck Construction | Set-Neck |
| Country of Manufacture | South Korea |
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Specifications
| Body Wood | Mahogany |
|---|---|
| Top | Spalted Maple |
| Scale Length | 24.625" Scale |
| Frets | 22 Frets |
| Fretboard | Ebony |
| Fingerboard Radius | 14" |
| Nut Width | 43mm |
| Neck Wood | Maple |
| Neck Profile | Zakk 'C' |
| Neck Construction | Set-Neck |
| Pickups | Active HH |
| Pickup Models | EMG 85 (neck), EMG 81 (bridge) |
| Bridge | Tune-O-Matic / Stopbar |
| Strings | 6 |
| Orientation | Right handed |
| Made In | South Korea |
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Hard Rock
- ✓ Djent
- ✓ Studio Sessions
- ✓ Live Performance
Not the best pick for
- – Jazz
- – Blues
- – Folk
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes the EMG 81 and 85 pickup combination suitable for heavy music?
The EMG 81 in the bridge delivers tight, articulate lows with focused definition and cut—essential for djent and metal clarity. The EMG 85 neck pickup adds warmth and clarity for lead passages, while active electronics maintain a low noise floor and consistent output across extended sessions.
Is this guitar suitable for jazz or blues?
No, this is engineered for metal, hard rock, and djent. The high-output bridge pickup, tight low-end response, and overall architecture are voiced for heavy genres; it is not optimized for jazz or blues playing styles.
What neck construction and scale length does it have?
It features a set-neck design with a maple/walnut multi-ply construction and ebony fretboard, combined with a 25.5" scale length. This setup provides solid sustain, direct body resonance, and a balanced, responsive feel for both lead and rhythmic work.
What stage visibility features does it include?
Mother of pearl offset dot inlays with brass circles mark the fretboard, while glow-in-the-dark side dot markers with black circles ensure clean visual reference under any lighting condition—critical for live performance reliability.
Is this a B-Stock model?
This listing does not indicate B-Stock status. B-Stock would be noted in the product title and typically means fully functional with minor cosmetic imperfections.
Do I pay sales tax on this order?
We collect sales tax only on orders shipped to California. Orders shipped to any other US state are charged $0 sales tax at checkout when you buy direct from our website. On this item that is roughly $126 less out the door than the same listed price at a national retailer or on a marketplace. Marketplaces such as eBay, Reverb and Amazon collect sales tax in nearly every state as marketplace facilitators no matter who the seller is, so the same item at the same price costs less bought direct. Free US shipping and 30-day returns are included. Some states ask buyers to self-report use tax on out-of-state purchases.
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