Wylde Audio IronWorks Barbarian Electric Guitar
Description
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
- White binding and satin chrome hardware; 9.6 lbs
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 |
| Country of Manufacture | South Korea |
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At a Glance
The Wylde Audio IronWorks Barbarian is a high-output metal machine built on a set-neck mahogany body with an aggressive EMG 81/85 pickup configuration, designed for intermediate to pro players chasing thick, articulate tones in drop tunings and hard rock settings. The Zakk "C" profile neck and 22 X-jumbo frets make it feel locked-in during fast riffing and sustained solos, while the TonePros bridge and Grover tuners keep it rock-solid on stage night after night. Choose this over a standard Les Paul if you need high-gain clarity, metal-specific electronics, and the reliability of set-neck construction for long-term gigging.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Hard Rock
- ✓ Drop Tunings
Not the best pick for
- – Jazz
- – Folk
- – Clean Tone Aesthetics
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What tunings and genres is this guitar built for?
The IronWorks Barbarian excels in metal and hard rock, especially drop tunings, with its high-output EMG pickups and set-neck sustain designed to articulate aggressive riffs. The 24.625" scale length and X-jumbo frets support lower tunings and fast playing, though it is not optimized for jazz, folk, or clean-tone aesthetics.
How does the neck feel, and what skill level is required?
The Zakk "C" profile neck provides a comfortable, controlled grip with graduated thickness (0.83" at the 1st fret, 0.96" at the 12th fret), while the 14" radius and 22 X-jumbo frets support smooth playability across the board. This guitar is designed for intermediate, advanced, and professional players comfortable with high-output pickups and aggressive playing styles.
What pickups does it have, and can I shape the tone?
It features an EMG 81 bridge pickup and EMG 85 neck pickup for high-output, detailed tones suited to riffing and solos. You have dual volume controls, a tone knob, and a 3-way switch for comprehensive sound shaping to dial in your preferred aggression and warmth.
How does set-neck construction affect performance and durability?
Set-neck construction glues the neck into the body at an angle, creating superior sustain and resonance compared to bolt-on designs. This results in longer note decay and improved stability for gigging and recording, backed by premium hardware like Grover Rotomatic tuners and a TonePros T3BP bridge.
What is included, and what are the key specs?
You receive the guitar fully assembled with a 3-piece maple neck, ebony fretboard, pearloid rune inlays, white binding, satin chrome hardware, and a Graph Tech XL Ivory Tusq nut. The scale is 24.625", body weight is 9.6 lbs, and the Black Burst finish with IronWorks metal top provides striking visual impact.