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Description
The B.C. Rich Platinum Pro Series Assassin is a versatile and robust solid body electric guitar that delivers both style and substance. Designed for musicians who appreciate precision and power, this guitar is a staple for both stage and studio. Its sleek design is complemented by a set neck construction that ensures exceptional sustain and resonance. This model is known for its Duncan Designed humbuckers, which provide a dynamic range of tones suitable for various genres, from rock to metal. The Assassin's sculpted body provides easy access to the upper frets, making it ideal for intricate solos and high-energy performances.
Equipped with a Floyd Rose tremolo system, the Platinum Pro Series Assassin offers incredible tuning stability and expansive dive-bombing capabilities. The double-locking system ensures that you can push your musical creativity without the worry of slipping out of tune. The guitar's rosewood fingerboard offers a smooth playing surface, while the jumbo frets facilitate effortless string bending and precise note execution.
Whether you're an experienced guitarist or an enthusiastic beginner, the B.C. Rich Platinum Pro Series Assassin is crafted to meet the demands of modern musicians seeking reliability and performance in an electric guitar.
Key Features:
- Set neck construction for enhanced sustain
- Duncan Designed humbucker pickups for versatile tones
- Floyd Rose tremolo system for stable tuning and dynamic effects
- Rosewood fingerboard with jumbo frets for smooth playability
- Sculpted body design for easy access to upper frets
Reviews
Owner Insights
We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about B.C. Rich Platinum Pro Series Assassin.
Build quality
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Owners experienced neck dive with the Mockingbird, which can be mitigated by redrilling the strap button and adding weights in the electronics cavity.
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Owners report that the Korean-made Platinum Pro Series Assassin has a notably thin neck which some players find comfortable for fast playing styles.
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Setup and maintenance
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An Assassin owner highlighted tuning instability, while another noted that fretboard string height was significantly high, requiring adjustments for comfortable play.
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Comparisons
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A player compared the Korean-made Assassin to an LTD, noting similar build quality due to both being manufactured in the same factory.
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Owners note that the Assassin's neck-through construction and EMG pickups make it a strong competitor against similarly priced guitars from other brands.
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The Harley Benton WL20 is compared to the Bronze Warlock for its closer resemblance to BC Rich models and potential as a modding platform.
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Mods and upgrades
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Users recommend replacing pickups in older B.C. Rich models for improved tone, suggesting Seymour Duncan or DiMarzio as alternatives.
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Some users mention swapping out the stock pickups for EMG 81/85 sets to enhance the guitar's sound for metal genres.
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Owners mention using Black Winters, locking tuners, and a wrap-around bridge to enhance the Bronze Series Warlock's performance.
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Features and functionality
User experience
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Some players find the Warlock and Assassin models ergonomically challenging due to their shape, impacting comfort during extended sessions.
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One user found the Assassin from a pawn shop, requiring TLC but ultimately appreciating its playability after adjustments.
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A user reminisced about owning multiple B.C. Rich models, noting that the heavier weight of some models, like the translucent red acrylic Warlock, could be cumbersome.
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A user shares they prefer modifying a guitar gradually, using personal tools, to create a customized instrument over time.
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3.0 out of 5
Based on 1 Review and 1 Rating
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The guitar is a hot rod.
This guitar is awesome it has a licensed: Floyd Rose floating bridge. The Duel humbucker pickups could be up graded to a better set; like the Seymour Duncan, Dime Bag Hot rails bridge pickup along with the classic neck pickup for added sound quality. Also may need some white nail polish to paint the top of the frets for better visibility.
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Got the Dimebag pickups now!
Artist usage
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In this video recorded during the early years of "Dream Theater", back when the band was known by the name "Majesty" John Petrucci can be seen playing this guitar.
The headstock and the the HH pickup configuration are clear giveaway that the guitar is a B.C. Rich Assassin. Judging by the year in which the video was shot it's most probably a Platinum Pro Series Assassin.
Paul Stanley was occasionally seen using the B.C. Rich Platinum Pro Series Assassin guitar during the 1980s, as evidenced by a user-uploaded photo on Fbcdn.
Genre Usage
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