Product Description
1985, BC Rich, Warlock Bass
NJ series (Nagoya, Japan), Japanese BC Rich
RARE to find model variation, with the Varitone controls
Also with the reverse headstock design
This is a unique version, with higher end features
Dual split coil P Pickup configuration, packing a MASSIVE punch
BC Varitone system creates a wide range of tones
The variation in sounds has almost endless applications
(not just the expected heavy/metal tones)
However… the real insanity begins when you flick the switch to boost (9v battery)
It is quite possibly the LOUDEST model bass you will ever come across
It will literally crack speaker cones, clip/fry amps, and infuriate the sound desk operator
The controls look overwhelming, but after a little time and play they make sense
Top knob is volume
3 way toggle is the pickup selector
(neck – neck+bridge - bridge)
Middle knob is the boost volume
(volume only works with the boost toggle switch is on)
Bottom knob is Tone
Mini switch (between boost volume and Varitone) the boost on/off
“Chicken head” knob is the Varitone – 6 x tone cap values/options
Outer mini switch (3 way) is the pickup phase (in phase- off/kill – out phase)
The next two mini switches are parallel/series mode for each pickup
(middle is neck pickup and lower is the bridge pickup)
The bass is a high gloss black finish
Matching headstock colour
Thin 40mm nut width neck
Modern 12” board
Full 24, Medium jumbo frets
Rosewood fretboard
Standard 34” scale
High mass 4 saddles full adjustable bridge
Sealed four a side headstock tuners
This is a bass you will rarely see, a true standout and head turner
Includes the Original BC RICH gig case/bag
ITEM CONDITION
All machinery, electrical, and pickups are without issue. Light surface marks and scuffing, small impressions/dings/dimples/dents/, some paint chips to the (expected) pointy ends, light aging and tarnish to hardware - as pictured.
