{"product_id":"matt-pike-signature-warlord-crimson-burst","title":"Matt Pike Signature Warlord Electric Guitar - Crimson Burst","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWoodrite Matt Pike Signature Warlord Electric Guitar – Crimson Burst\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eImmerse yourself in the intense realm of the Riff Child himself, \u003cstrong\u003eMatt Pike\u003c\/strong\u003e, the creative force behind Sleep, High on Fire, and Pike vs. The Automaton. Woodrite Guitars, in collaboration with Lace Pickups, proudly presents the \u003cstrong\u003eMatt Pike Signature Woodrite Warlord\u003c\/strong\u003e—a guitar forged from the savage depths of Pike's creative prowess and designed to deliver crushing doom, stoner rock, and heavy metal tones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eMahogany Body with Figured Maple Top\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eLace Matt Pike \"Firespitters\" Pickups: Three-Pickup Fury\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCustom-designed Lace \"Firespitters\" pickups deliver the massive, crushing tone that defines Matt Pike's signature sound. This unique three-pickup configuration features:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNeck Pickup:\u003c\/strong\u003e 14.6k ohm – thick, articulate rhythm tones with excellent clarity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMiddle Pickup:\u003c\/strong\u003e 17.8k ohm – adds depth and harmonic complexity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBridge Pickup:\u003c\/strong\u003e 23.4k ohm – devastating high-output tone for crushing distortion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLace'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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eUnique 3-Way Switching for Tonal Versatility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe custom 3-way toggle switch offers three distinct voices:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTreble Position:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bridge pickup only – maximum aggression for leads and heavy riffs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMiddle Position:\u003c\/strong\u003e All three pickups – massive, layered tone with incredible depth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRhythm Position:\u003c\/strong\u003e Neck and middle pickups – thick rhythm tones with enhanced harmonic content\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis unique switching configuration gives you access to tones unavailable on traditional two-pickup guitars, from crushing doom to soaring leads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eMatt Pike \"Serpent Sun\" Inlays\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePremium Hardware and Playability\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFactory Setup for C-Standard Tuning\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Specifications:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBody Shape:\u003c\/strong\u003e Warlord double-cutaway\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBody Material:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mahogany with figured maple top\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBinding:\u003c\/strong\u003e White\/cream body and neck binding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNeck Material:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mahogany with binding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFingerboard:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ebony, 12\" radius\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInlays:\u003c\/strong\u003e Matt Pike \"Serpent Sun\" (designed by Jordan Barlow)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFrets:\u003c\/strong\u003e 22 jumbo stainless steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScale Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 24.75\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNut Width:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.69\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePickups:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lace Matt Pike \"Firespitters\" (Neck: 14.6k, Middle: 17.8k, Bridge: 23.4k)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eControls:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 Volume, 2 Tone, 3-way toggle switch (Bridge \/ All Three \/ Neck+Middle)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBridge:\u003c\/strong\u003e TonePros Tune-O-Matic with stop bar tailpiece\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTuners:\u003c\/strong\u003e Grover Imperial\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Crimson Burst gloss polyurethane\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardware:\u003c\/strong\u003e Chrome\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFactory Tuning:\u003c\/strong\u003e C-Standard\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStrings:\u003c\/strong\u003e D'Addario EXL145 (.012-.054)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 10.0 lbs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCase:\u003c\/strong\u003e Custom fitted hardshell case included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuilt:\u003c\/strong\u003e Indonesia by PT Wildwood (PRS, ESP)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWho Should Play the Matt Pike Signature Warlord?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis guitar is designed for players who worship at the altar of heavy riffs—doom, stoner rock, sludge metal, and heavy psychedelic rock. 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