Full Description

A Body Designed for Dark Power and Aggressive Tone

The Schecter RavenDark V Abbath Signature Electric Guitar, in its ominous black finish, is crafted to deliver high-impact sound with a bold aesthetic. Designed in collaboration with the iconic black metal musician Abbath, this guitar is built for powerful riffs and fierce solos. Its sharp V-shaped mahogany body not only embodies Abbath’s dark, uncompromising style but also provides excellent resonance, making it ideal for heavy, full-bodied tones that cut through the mix.

With its solid mahogany build, the RavenDark V creates a deep, punchy sound with rich sustain, while the gloss black finish and contoured edges give it a sleek, polished look. The body’s angular design ensures a comfortable play style for live performances or recording sessions, allowing you to maintain power and precision at any volume level.

Neck and Fingerboard

This guitar features a 3-piece mahogany neck with Schecter’s Thin "C" shape, designed for speed and stability during complex runs and heavy chord progressions. The ebony fingerboard not only adds to the guitar’s dark aesthetic but also contributes a smooth, crisp response that enhances clarity, particularly in lower tunings. The RavenDark V includes 24 extra-jumbo frets that provide excellent control, making it easier to execute precise, articulate notes in any range.

Paired with pearloid Roman numeral inlays, the fingerboard maintains the sinister visual style that defines the RavenDark V. A set neck construction gives players access to the highest frets without sacrificing stability or sustain, ensuring that every note from low to high registers comes through with definition and power.

EMG 81/85 Active Humbuckers

Equipped with an EMG 81 in the bridge position and an EMG 85 in the neck, the RavenDark V Abbath Signature Electric Guitar delivers the legendary, high-output sound EMG pickups are known for. The EMG 81 produces tight, aggressive tones with incredible detail, while the EMG 85 adds warmth and depth, perfect for searing solos and rhythm playing alike. These pickups are ideal for metal genres, providing the razor-sharp clarity and articulation necessary to handle fast, intricate passages and intense distortion.

These active pickups offer powerful, punchy response that cuts through even the heaviest mixes, making them ideal for Abbath’s signature style. The RavenDark V’s controls include a master volume and master tone, allowing for straightforward sound-shaping, while the three-way toggle switch offers quick access to a range of tones—whether you want a razor-sharp attack or a deep, rounded rhythm sound.

Signature Schecter Features and String-Thru Body Design

The RavenDark V Abbath Signature model comes with Schecter’s signature appointments, including custom black chrome hardware, "Abbath" etched tuning pegs, and white binding on the body, neck, and headstock, adding to the guitar’s fierce look. The guitar’s String-Thru Body construction, paired with a Tune-O-Matic bridge, enhances sustain and stability, enabling you to push the guitar’s sonic limits with confidence.

Locking Schecter tuners keep your tuning secure, even during aggressive playing or when downtuning. The combination of the String-Thru Body design and Tune-O-Matic bridge ensures maximum resonance and sustain, allowing you to fully explore the depth of your tone. Embrace the power of the RavenDark V’s metal-focused design and let your sound resonate with Abbath’s ferocity and precision.

Specifications

Body

• Series: Schecter Artist Signature Series
• Body Shape: V-Style
• Body Material: Mahogany
• Body Color: Black
• Body Binding: White
• Body Finish: Gloss

Neck

• Neck Material: 3-Piece Mahogany
• Neck Shape: Thin "C"
• Neck Finish: Gloss
• Neck Binding: White
• Scale Length: 25.5" (648 mm)
• Fingerboard: Ebony
• Fingerboard Radius: 12" (305 mm)
• Number of Frets: 24
• Fret Size: Extra-Jumbo
• Nut: Graph Tech XL Black Tusq
• Nut Width: 1.653" (42 mm)
• Position Inlays: Pearloid Roman Numerals

Hardware & Electronics

• Bridge Pickup: EMG 81
• Neck Pickup: EMG 85
• Controls: Master Volume, Master Tone
• Pickup Switching: 3-Position Toggle: Position 1 (Bridge Pickup), Position 2 (Both Pickups), Position 3 (Neck Pickup)
• Bridge: Tune-O-Matic with String-Thru Body
• Tuning Machines: Schecter Locking
• Control Knobs: Black Chrome
• Strings: Ernie Ball Regular Slinky (.010-.046)
• Case Included: Optional V-Style Hardcase Available Separately