Woodrite Matt Pike Signature Warlord Electric Guitar – Crimson Burst
Immerse yourself in the intense realm of the Riff Child himself, Matt Pike, the creative force behind Sleep, High on Fire, and Pike vs. The Autom. . .
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Woodrite Matt Pike Signature Warlord Electric Guitar – Crimson Burst
Immerse yourself in the intense realm of the Riff Child himself, Matt Pike, the creative force behind Sleep, High on Fire, and Pike vs. The Automaton. Woodrite Guitars, in collaboration with Lace Pickups, proudly presents the Matt Pike Signature Woodrite Warlord—a guitar forged from the savage depths of Pike's creative prowess and designed to deliver crushing doom, stoner rock, and heavy metal tones.
Mahogany Body with Figured Maple Top
The Warlord features a solid mahogany body paired with a figured maple top, combining the thick, warm midrange and sustain of mahogany with the added clarity and visual beauty of maple. This tonewood pairing delivers powerful low-end punch, rich harmonic content, and excellent note definition—perfect for downtuned riffing and heavy distortion. The Crimson Burst finish with white/cream binding highlights the natural figuring of the maple top, creating a visually stunning instrument that commands attention on stage.
Lace Matt Pike "Firespitters" Pickups: Three-Pickup Fury
Custom-designed Lace "Firespitters" pickups deliver the massive, crushing tone that defines Matt Pike's signature sound. This unique three-pickup configuration features:
Middle Pickup: 17.8k ohm – adds depth and harmonic complexity
Bridge Pickup: 23.4k ohm – devastating high-output tone for crushing distortion
Lace's proprietary Micro Matrix Bobbins redirect the magnetic field into smaller, tighter loops, creating a 'monopole' effect that eliminates dead zones and delivers consistent response across all strings. The mixture of Barium Ferrite and Ceramic magnets provides aggressive attack with tight low-end control—essential for downtuned heaviness.
Unique 3-Way Switching for Tonal Versatility
The custom 3-way toggle switch offers three distinct voices:
Treble Position: Bridge pickup only – maximum aggression for leads and heavy riffs
Middle Position: All three pickups – massive, layered tone with incredible depth
Rhythm Position: Neck and middle pickups – thick rhythm tones with enhanced harmonic content
This unique switching configuration gives you access to tones unavailable on traditional two-pickup guitars, from crushing doom to soaring leads.
Matt Pike "Serpent Sun" Inlays
The ebony fingerboard features custom "Serpent Sun" inlays designed by High on Fire artist Jordan Barlow, adding distinctive visual character that reflects Matt Pike's artistic vision. Combined with jumbo stainless steel frets and a 12" radius, the fingerboard delivers fast, smooth playability perfect for technical riffing and lead work.
Premium Hardware and Playability
The Warlord is equipped with professional-grade components built for reliability and performance. TonePros Tune-O-Matic bridge and stop bar tailpiece provide rock-solid intonation and sustain, while Grover Imperial tuning machines ensure precise tuning stability with heavier gauge strings. The medium "C" neck profile (0.800" at 1st fret, 0.875" at 12th fret) with mahogany construction and binding offers comfortable grip for extended playing sessions.
Factory Setup for C-Standard Tuning
The Warlord comes factory-tuned to C-Standard (C, F, A#, D#, G, C) with D'Addario EXL145 strings (.012-.054)—Matt Pike's preferred tuning for Sleep and High on Fire. The guitar is professionally set up and ready to deliver crushing doom and stoner rock tones right out of the case.
Key Specifications:
Body Shape: Warlord double-cutaway
Body Material: Mahogany with figured maple top
Binding: White/cream body and neck binding
Neck Material: Mahogany with binding
Fingerboard: Ebony, 12" radius
Inlays: Matt Pike "Serpent Sun" (designed by Jordan Barlow)
Controls: 2 Volume, 2 Tone, 3-way toggle switch (Bridge / All Three / Neck+Middle)
Bridge: TonePros Tune-O-Matic with stop bar tailpiece
Tuners: Grover Imperial
Finish: Crimson Burst gloss polyurethane
Hardware: Chrome
Factory Tuning: C-Standard
Strings: D'Addario EXL145 (.012-.054)
Weight: Approximately 10.0 lbs
Case: Custom fitted hardshell case included
Built: Indonesia by PT Wildwood (PRS, ESP)
Who Should Play the Matt Pike Signature Warlord?
This guitar is designed for players who worship at the altar of heavy riffs—doom, stoner rock, sludge metal, and heavy psychedelic rock. If you're inspired by Sleep, High on Fire, Electric Wizard, or the heavier side of rock and metal, the Warlord delivers the crushing tone and playability you need. The three-pickup configuration and custom Lace Firespitters provide tonal options unavailable on standard guitars, making this a unique tool for sonic exploration in the heavy realm.
Designed by Matt Pike and Woodrite Guitars – built in Indonesia by PT Wildwood, the same factory that produces guitars for PRS and ESP.
Every instrument we sell receives a full professional setupperformed by our experienced luthiers before it leaves the shop. We carefully adjust action, neck relief, intonation, fret condition, and overall playability to ensure your new guitar feels and performs its absolute best right out of the box.
This complimentary setup adds real value, improves tone and comfort, and guarantees your instrument arrives stage-ready and perfectly dialed in.
Take your instrument to the next level with an optional Plek fret-leveling upgrade. This advanced precision process scans your fingerboard and frets with micron-level accuracy, creating a perfectly optimized fret profile for unmatched playability, sustain, and consistency across the entire neck.
If you want the smoothest possible setup and the most accurate fretwork available, the Plek upgrade is the ultimate performance enhancement.
Shipping & Returns
We offer fast, free shipping on all online orders within the continental U.S. Every instrument is packed securely and insured for safe delivery.
Return Policy Overview
All returns must be authorized by our team before being shipped back. Contact sales@veraguitars.com with your order number to request a return authorization.
Used Gear
Eligible for return within 72 hours
Subject to a 10% restocking fee
New Gear – 30-Day Return Window
Eligible for return within 30 days of purchase
Must be in new, unused condition with all original packaging
Subject to a 10% restocking fee
If you have any questions about shipping or returns, our team is here to assist.
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