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FORBIDDEN's STEVE SMYTH: Signature 6- And 7-String B.C. RICH Guitars Now Available

March 4, 2011

FORBIDDEN guitarist Steve Smyth has announced the availability of his signature six- and seven-string B.C. Rich "Bich" guitar, which debuted at the Anaheim Convention Center in Anaheim, California during the 2011 NAMM (National Association Of Music Merchants) show, a massive music-products convention that took place January 13-16.

"After nearly three years of effort put in, I am happy to announce that my B.C. Rich signature series guitars have been released. I chose everything for these guitars, right down to the finish, and I'm very happy to say my wishes have been met!" says Steve.

"I have been using the Signature 6 series — this absolute monster — with the mighty FORBIDDEN for the last few years, and I honestly have to say it slays every other guitar I have, straight-up! Solid, consistent tone across all the dynamics I need; the feel is incredible plus it's really light for having the heavy woods it has.

"The Signature 7 series version of the guitar has been released as well. This has the same woods as the 6, but with 81-7 and 707 pickups, Grover tuners, and a Floyd Rose tremolo as well.

"I'm loving this thing… it hasn't left my hands since I got it!

"This guitar will see use with my new metal band FIREHEAD (debut in late 2011),as well as featured heavily on the new album and live performances coming this year from THE ESSENESS PROJECT.

"I hope you'll enjoy these guitars as much as I do. Check them out!"

Specs for the six-string Bich:

• Neck Through Construction
• Mahogany Body
• Maple Neck
• Grover Rotomatic Tuners
• Ebony Fretboard
• 24 Jumbo Frets
• 25 1/2" Scale
• BC Rich Quad bridge
• EMG 81 and 85 Pickups
• 2 Volume, 1 Tone, and 1 Three-way Toggle Controls

Specs for the seven-string Bich:

• Neck Through Construction
• Mahogany Body
• Maple Neck
• Grover Rotomatic Tuners
• Ebony Fretboard
• 24 Jumbo Frets
• 25 1/2" Scale
• Floyd Rose Original 7 Bridge
• EMG 81-7 and 707 Pickup
• 2 Volume, 1 Tone, and 1 Three-way Toggle Controls 

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