Members ratkent Posted January 24, 2007 Members Share Posted January 24, 2007 I went to GC to get a spare wah pedal because I need to send my RMC in for some repairs and I was in a really bad mood about it. Cold, rain, bad drivers, etc. My new best friend GC/manager shows me this guitar and I literally had to have it even though the absolute last thing I need right now is another guitar. He asked me not to make a big deal out of what I paid but I walked out with a Dunlop Dimebag wah and this guitar for right at $500. I had to put Duncans in it immediately because the Rockfields were really nasty. The only thing I had lying around were a white Custom and a Pearly Gates Plus so I threw them in thinking they would look horrible but I like the look now. It seems to set off the binding and other white on the guitar. The guitar has a great low-mid growl and after a minor setup it plays fantastic. Wide, flat neck. It has a few spots that need filing but overall it's giggable right now. It has a Tonepros style bridge and tailpiece. I was one of the most anti-USA made guitar guys out there until my band got a Samick endorsement and now I have to say there are some really nice guitars being imported from Korea. I'll be out of town all week so I might not be able to answer any questions until I get back. Here's my poor attempt at a quick photo. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members jjpistols Posted January 24, 2007 Members Share Posted January 24, 2007 kick{censored}!!! I like the look of the white pups, too what was up with those Rockfield pups they been shoving down our throats in the banners here? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members cousin itt Posted January 24, 2007 Members Share Posted January 24, 2007 Is it neck-through? And what kinds of wood is it made from? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Zeplygimus Posted January 24, 2007 Members Share Posted January 24, 2007 Kick{censored} is right! I'm not a fan of B.C. Rich guitars in general, but Mockingbirds just look awesome, especially that one. Congrats! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members keNz Posted January 24, 2007 Members Share Posted January 24, 2007 Looks freakin' awesome! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members ratkent Posted January 24, 2007 Author Members Share Posted January 24, 2007 kick{censored}!!! I like the look of the white pups, toowhat was up with those Rockfield pups they been shoving down our throats in the banners here? They were bad in lots of different ways. I'm fairly open minded about pickups and realize that everyone has different tastes but the Rockfields were trashy and unfocused. It actually scared the {censored} out of me at first because I thought the guitar was going back but the Duncans saved the day again. Now it's got focus and clarity. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members ratkent Posted January 24, 2007 Author Members Share Posted January 24, 2007 Is it neck-through? And what kinds of wood is it made from? It's not neck through but it's got and stunningly smooth heal. The cutaway is deep but narrow which would be a problem if you had really large hands and played the upper frets alot. I have no idea what kind of wood it is. If looks like mahagany on the back and the top is quilted something. The neck seems like ebony and is silky smooth. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members wedgehed II Posted January 24, 2007 Members Share Posted January 24, 2007 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members ratkent Posted January 24, 2007 Author Members Share Posted January 24, 2007 I just realized this my first time for that photo. I'm need a tissue... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Splendor Posted January 24, 2007 Members Share Posted January 24, 2007 That looks great! Happy New Guitar Day! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members rockraccoon Posted January 24, 2007 Members Share Posted January 24, 2007 im like Zeplygimus. no a huge fan of that brand but must admit thats a really nice looking guitar. got me rethinking the mockingbird:thu: :thu: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Zeplygimus Posted January 24, 2007 Members Share Posted January 24, 2007 Damn, check this Mockingbird out. http://www.musiciansfriend.com/product/B.C.-Rich-Neck-Thru-Mockingbird-Supreme?sku=512385 $3999!!! I didn't know they made Mockingbirds that expensive. I bet Ratkent's sounds comparable, not to mention looks just as nice if not better. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Brian Krashpad Posted January 24, 2007 Members Share Posted January 24, 2007 Congrats, enjoy! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Armitage Posted January 24, 2007 Members Share Posted January 24, 2007 Mockingbirds RoCk! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Burning Babies Posted January 24, 2007 Members Share Posted January 24, 2007 Nice bird. The white pups and black rings look great. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members book_of_lies777 Posted January 24, 2007 Members Share Posted January 24, 2007 AWESOME guitar! "yay, new guitar day!" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members songwritertimm Posted January 24, 2007 Members Share Posted January 24, 2007 I'm generally snooty about guitar shapes but the mockinbird shape I've always thought was kind of cool and I have to say that is one sweet looking axe. The white pickups against the white binding and inlays really makes it a looker. Wow. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members dcindc Posted January 24, 2007 Members Share Posted January 24, 2007 I'm not a fan of pointy guitars or red, but DAYUM, that's beautiful! Happy NGD! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members peavey_impact Posted January 24, 2007 Members Share Posted January 24, 2007 Freakin gorgeous. White pickups would have definitely been my first choice too. :love: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members ChihliDog Posted January 24, 2007 Members Share Posted January 24, 2007 Actually I'd prefer all black pups, but WOW that thing really is one of the best looking guitars I have ever seen. Absolutely gorgeous, man. Beautuful. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members AndersonTech Posted January 24, 2007 Members Share Posted January 24, 2007 Sweet looking Mockingbird! Congrats! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members ratkent Posted January 24, 2007 Author Members Share Posted January 24, 2007 Actually I'd prefer all black pups, but WOW that thing really is one of the best looking guitars I have ever seen. Absolutely gorgeous, man. Beautuful. Thanks. I know what you mean about the pickups. I rarely dig white pickups and the only reason I put them in is because the only black Duncans I have are all pretty much bridge types; Custom, Custom Custom, Invader. I truly had every intention of yanking these things out as soon as I was sure it was going to sound good and getting some black pickups but now I think I'm going to leave it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Chankla135 Posted January 24, 2007 Members Share Posted January 24, 2007 not gonna lie, its pretty Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members *Dean*Medlock* Posted January 24, 2007 Members Share Posted January 24, 2007 The Mockingbird has always been my favorite BC Rich shape. That new spalted Mockingbird is sharp. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members JoeBoy Posted January 24, 2007 Members Share Posted January 24, 2007 RED:love: :love: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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