B.C. Rich Special X Review

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Overall Rating 4.35

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Features 4.5

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Quality 2

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Reliability / Value 4.5

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  • Scale Length: 24-3/4"  
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  • Binding: White  
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  • Carved Top: Yes  
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  • Number of Frets: 22  
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  • Number of Pickups: 2  
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  • Controls: Volume  
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  • Black on Tobacco Sunburst/Color Match on Trans Amber Traditional Headstock with White Binding, Rockfield SWV Pickups.

Following review text is verbal representation of numerical rating information:

Special X is a guitar made by B.C. Rich and it performs really well in its price range. Well graded by most musicians, Special X seems to be a good choice. It will not let you down, and it's up to you to investigate further and see if it will inspire you in your playing.

This guitar is fitted with all the features you could possibly wish for, for a playing style that goes with this kind of instrument. Carefully chosen features leave no guitar player's desire unfulfilled, which makes B.C. Rich's Special X an extremely well featured guitar with which you'll be thoroughly pleased. Highest grades for Special X's features!

B.C. Rich did a good job. Special X is built well, the finish feels just right, the hardware is solid. While playing for a longer periods of time you can expect Special X to stay in tune and you will be pleased while playing, because the neck is extremely comfortable. You might find that over time metal parts will oxidize a bit, but that's normal and nothing to worry about. B.C. Rich did a really good job with Special X guitar.

If you need an instrument that withstands live performances and studio sessions, rehearsals and practicing, you should rest assured that B.C. Rich's Special X is the right choice. This instrument is definitely built to last and will do so , through fire and flames. B.C. Rich has the knowledge and experience you can rely on, and that kind of experience is well built into Special X.