Schecter IronWorks Barbarian guitar in Black Burst
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Wylde Audio IronWorks Barbarian Electric Guitar
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- SCHECTER4552
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. Description
Sound & Tone
The mahogany body and set-neck build give this guitar a thick, warm midrange with long sustain, while the metal top and ebony fretboard add brightness, attack, and note definition. The EMG 81 in the bridge is tight and cutting for aggressive rhythm work and lead lines, and the EMG 85 at the neck fills out with a rounder, fuller voice for solos. With its 24.625" scale, X-jumbo frets, and high-output active pickups, it sits naturally in hard rock and metal, holding clarity under heavy gain and dense mixes.
Wylde Audio IronWorks Barbarian Electric Guitar
The IronWorks Barbarian is engineered to cut through dense mixes with clarity and punch. The mahogany body with IronWorks metal top delivers warm foundational tone with added brightness and articulation—essential characteristics for tracking heavy riffs, leads, and complex arrangements. Set-neck construction ensures the sustain and resonance needed for long, vocal tones in the studio, while the Zakk "C" profile neck provides consistent feel across extended tracking sessions.
Construction & Tracking Precision
The 3-piece maple neck construction guarantees stability through temperature and humidity shifts common in studio environments, critical for maintaining intonation across multiple takes and overdubs. The ebony fretboard with 14" (355mm) radius and 22 X-jumbo frets enables clean articulation and precise finger placement for recording technical passages. The 24.625" (625.5mm) scale length combined with graduated neck thickness—0.83" at the first fret and 0.96" at the 12th fret—creates a balanced, ergonomic platform for extended session work without fatigue.
Pickup Configuration & Recording Flexibility
The EMG 81 bridge and EMG 85 neck pickups deliver the high-output, articulate tones essential for recording aggressive material while maintaining definition in dense arrangements. Dual volume controls, tone knob, and 3-way switch provide real-time tonal sculpting during sessions—dial in aggressive bridge tone for rhythm tracks or warm up the neck pickup for lead passes. Hardware includes Grover Rotomatic 18:1 tuners for rock-solid tuning stability across full recording sessions and TonePros T3BP Tune-O-Matic bridge with T1ZS tailpiece for enhanced sustain and intonation consistency.
Key Features
- Mahogany body with IronWorks metal top and Black Burst finish
- Set-neck construction for superior sustain and resonance
- 3-piece maple neck with Zakk "C" profile
- Ebony fretboard with 14" radius and 22 X-jumbo frets
- Pearloid rune inlays with dot side markers
- 24.625" scale length; 0.83" neck thickness at 1st fret, 0.96" at 12th fret
- Graph Tech XL Ivory Tusq nut (1.693" width) with 2-way adjustable truss rod
- Grover Rotomatic 18:1 tuners
- TonePros T3BP Tune-O-Matic bridge and T1ZS tailpiece
- EMG 81 bridge pickup and EMG 85 neck pickup
- Dual volume, tone, and 3-way switch controls
The IronWorks Barbarian combines premium components and meticulous craftsmanship to deliver a high-performance instrument capable of cutting through any mix while maintaining visual impact.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
| Neck Construction | Set-Neck |
| Country of Manufacture | South Korea |
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Specifications
| Scale Length | 24.625" Scale |
|---|---|
| Frets | 22 Frets |
| Fretboard | Ebony |
| Neck Wood | Maple |
| Neck Construction | Set-Neck |
| Pickups | Active HH |
| Bridge | Tune-O-Matic / Stopbar |
| Strings | 6 |
| Orientation | Right handed |
| Model Year | 2023 |
| Made In | South Korea |
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Hard Rock
- ✓ Djent
- ✓ Progressive
Not the best pick for
- – Jazz
- – Folk
- – Country
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this guitar good for metal and hard rock, or can it do other styles?
The IronWorks Barbarian is purpose-built for metal, hard rock, djent, and progressive music. Its high-output EMG pickups and aggressive tonal character are optimized for those genres; it is not recommended for jazz, folk, or country playing styles.
What skill level do I need to play this guitar?
This is an intermediate to professional-level instrument. The 24-fret ebony fretboard, X-jumbo frets, and Zakk "C" neck profile are designed for experienced players who value fast playability and technical precision.
What pickups are in this guitar and can I change them?
The Barbarian ships with an EMG 81 bridge pickup and EMG 85 neck pickup, both high-output designs for clarity and aggression. The guitar has dual volume controls and a tone knob for shaping; pickup swaps are possible but not covered in the standard spec.
How does the neck feel, and what is the scale length?
The neck features a Zakk "C" profile with a comfortable, controlled grip. It measures 0.83 inches at the first fret and 0.96 inches at the 12th fret, with a 24.625-inch scale length and 14-inch fretboard radius for smooth, articulate playability.
What hardware and bridge does this guitar use?
The Barbarian uses Grover Rotomatic 18:1 tuners for stable, precise tuning and a TonePros T3BP Tune-O-Matic bridge with T1ZS tailpiece to maximize sustain and tuning stability during aggressive playing.
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