Schecter IronWorks Barbarian guitar in Black Burst
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Wylde Audio IronWorks Barbarian Electric Guitar
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- SCHECTER4552
- Color
- Others
. 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 grips comfortably in your hands thanks to its Zakk "C" profile neck, while set-neck construction locks in the resonance and sustain you need for stage presence. The mahogany body with IronWorks metal top balances warm foundational tone with added brightness and clarity, finished in striking Black Burst with white binding and satin chrome hardware that holds up through years of gigging.
Construction & Playability
Built for reliability with 3-piece maple neck construction that resists warping under touring conditions, this guitar features an ebony fretboard with a 14" (355mm) radius and 22 X-jumbo frets that respond smoothly under your fingers across the entire neck. The 24.625" (625.5mm) scale length and precisely graduated neck thickness—0.83" at the first fret and 0.96" at the 12th fret—deliver the controlled feel and response that professionals rely on night after night.
Electronics & Hardware
The EMG 81 bridge and EMG 85 neck pickups cut through live mixes with high-output clarity, capturing every detail in aggressive riffs and soaring solos, with dual volume controls, tone knob, and 3-way switch giving you real-time control over your voice. Hardware built to last includes Grover Rotomatic 18:1 tuners that lock in tuning stability and a TonePros T3BP Tune-O-Matic bridge with T1ZS tailpiece engineered for rock-solid sustain and intonation.
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 pairs premium components with rugged construction to deliver a high-performance instrument that cuts through any mix while standing up to the demands of the stage and the road.
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
- ✓ Progressive
- ✓ Drop Tunings
Not the best pick for
- – Jazz
- – Folk
- – Country
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this guitar suitable for standard tuning, or is it really only for drop tunings?
While the IronWorks Barbarian excels in drop tunings and aggressive styles, the 24.625" scale, stable set-neck, and TonePros hardware support standard tuning equally well. The playability and precision components make it versatile across tuning ranges; genre preference (metal, hard rock, progressive) is the real driver, not tuning limitation.
What pickups come with this guitar, and can I adjust their output?
The guitar ships with EMG 81 (bridge) and EMG 85 (neck) high-output pickups, both known for articulate, cutting tones. You control output and character via dual volume controls and a tone knob; the 3-way switch lets you blend pickup combinations for added versatility.
How does the neck profile feel compared to standard Strat or Les Paul necks?
The Zakk "C" profile measures 0.83" at the first fret and 0.96" at the 12th fret, offering a moderately thick, comfortable grip designed for aggressive playing and extended reaches. It sits between slim modern profiles and thick vintage shapes, paired with a 14" radius and 22 X-jumbo frets for smooth, controlled playability across the range.
What makes the mahogany body with metal top different from a solid mahogany guitar?
The IronWorks metal top adds brightness and clarity to the warm mahogany character, creating a tonal balance that cuts through dense mixes without losing warmth. This construction is signature to the IronWorks line and enhances sustain and resonance when combined with the set-neck design.
How does this compare to the ESP LTD EC-1000 or Jackson Soloist?
All three are premium metal-focused instruments with excellent sustain and high-output pickups; the Barbarian distinguishes itself through its Zakk "C" neck profile, metal-top mahogany body for added brightness, and TonePros hardware. Choice depends on neck feel preference and tonal character—Schecter's metal top brings extra clarity where ESP and Jackson rely on solid wood construction.
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 $133 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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