{"product_id":"malice-b-c-rich-warbeast-trace-onyx-black-amp-silver-circa-2010","title":"Malice! - B.C. Rich Warbeast Trace – Onyx Black \u0026amp; Silver – Circa 2010","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 1rem;\"\u003eSome guitars are designed to be elegant. Others are designed to be practical.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMalice appears to have been designed following a heated argument between two medieval weapons manufacturers, neither of whom was prepared to compromise.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAnd we absolutely adore her.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMeet Malice, a striking B.C. Rich Warbeast Trace finished in glossy Onyx black with contrasting silver detailing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCombining two of B.C. Rich’s most recognisable designs, the Warlock and Beast, the Warbeast is an instrument that makes absolutely no attempt to blend into the background.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAnd Malice is a particularly wonderful example.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Warbeast Trace Design\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eB.C. Rich has a long history of producing unconventional electric guitars, and the Warbeast is one of its more dramatic creations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCombining the sweeping curves and angular contours of the Warlock and Beast, the Warbeast features an aggressive silhouette with pointed horns, deep cutaways and an unmistakable metal-inspired appearance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Trace variation adds contrasting silver detailing that follows the body’s contours, accentuating every sharp angle against the glossy Onyx black finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe result is almost skeletal in appearance, with the silver edging providing a striking contrast without overwhelming the instrument’s design.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt’s relatively understated by B.C. Rich standards.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlthough that’s rather like describing a medieval battle axe as a tasteful household accessory.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConstruction and Electronics\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMalice features a bolt-on maple neck with a 25.5-inch scale length and 24 frets, providing a familiar playing feel with plenty of room for lead work.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHer dark fingerboard features attractive pearloid-style inlays, adding a subtle decorative touch to the otherwise black-and-silver colour scheme.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA pair of B.C. Rich humbuckers provides powerful, punchy tones suited to rock and metal, while a straightforward arrangement of master volume and tone controls alongside a three-way pickup selector offers practical tonal flexibility.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe fixed bridge and string-through-body construction provide a simple, reliable setup without the additional complexity of a floating tremolo system.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBecause sometimes you just want to pick up a guitar, tune it and make some noise.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePreferably without needing an engineering qualification.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition and Restoration\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMalice is in lovely overall used condition, with her glossy black finish and distinctive silver detailing presenting beautifully.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShe has some light cosmetic signs of previous use, including a small chip repair to one of her body points.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs always, we believe in being transparent about the condition and history of our instruments, and the repair is reflected in her description.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProfessional Workshop Preparation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMalice has received our comprehensive workshop treatment, including fret levelling, crowning and polishing, electronics inspection and cleaning, and a full professional setup.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHer action and intonation have been adjusted to ensure she’s ready for her next owner.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEvery instrument that passes through our workshop receives the attention it needs to begin its next chapter.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdopt Malice\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith her striking silver Trace detailing, wonderfully aggressive Warbeast silhouette, dual humbuckers and comprehensive professional setup, Malice is a fantastic choice for somebody looking for something a little different.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShe’s unusual, unapologetically dramatic and sufficiently pointy to make conventional guitar stands deeply uncomfortable.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShe isn’t going to appeal to everybody.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBut then, that’s rather the point.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdoption Fee: £375\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Stray Chord\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRescue • Restore • Rehome\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEvery Stray deserves a second chance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEven the ones that look like they might bite.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Stray Chord","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59285587755272,"sku":null,"price":375.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1059\/2829\/4664\/files\/IMG_9868.jpg?v=1793297605","url":"https:\/\/thestraychord.com\/products\/malice-b-c-rich-warbeast-trace-onyx-black-amp-silver-circa-2010","provider":"The Stray Chord","version":"1.0","type":"link"}