Gibson Unveils Limited Edition ZAKK WYLDE Epiphone Graveyard Disciple Guitar
August 19, 2009, 15 years ago
There's no question that ZAKK WYLDE is a one-of-a-kind performer and guitarist. As the lead guitarist for OZZY OSBOURNE and founding leader of BLACK LABEL SOCIETY, Zakk has torched many a stage with his unique style and performance. Zakk combines pure speed shredding with the use of pinch harmonics and chickin' pickin' to create a wall of sound that's second to none. And like Zakk, his new limited edition Epiphone Graveyard Disciple will also light up a stage.
You may have already caught a glimpse on YouTube of Zakk performing on the 2009 Peddle To The Metal tour (see below) and caught a glimpse of this monster on stage. Designed by Zakk in cooperation with Epiphone, the new Graveyard Disciple combines killer sound with equally killer looks. Shaped like a coffin, the edges of the body are tapered and "pin-striped" in silver giving it a striking visual appearance and depth while providing for a comfortable feel. Pick one up on stage and you will raise the dead!
While looks are important, the new Graveyard Disciple doesn't compromise in the performance department either. As with most all Zakk's guitars, the neck is made of Hard Maple for bright attack and glued into a solid Mahogany body adding a touch of warm and of course, sustain. The neck features a "D" profile, SlimTaper neck with a smooth, satin finish for fast and effortless lead work. Top it off with a bound, Ebony fingerboard and medium-jumbo frets with easy access to all 22 frets and you've got a real performance guitar that's dying to be played.
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