BC Rich Kerry King V Electric Guitar Package

Includes a KKV gig bag, KKV guitar strap, a full-color poster of Kerry King, custom tribal headsweat, and signature guitar picks.

Overall User Ratings (based on 88 ratings)
  • Overall:
    5 out of 5 stars
  • Sound:
    4.5 out of 5 stars
  • Features:
    5 out of 5 stars
  • Ease of Use:
    5 out of 5 stars
  • Quality:
    5 out of 5 stars
  • Value:
    5 out of 5 stars
  • Manufacturer Support:
    5 out of 5 stars
  • The Wow Factor:
    5 out of 5 stars
Overall: 5 out of 5 stars
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Submitted September 1, 2006 by a customer from hotmail.com

"KKV Rocks!"

Overall: 5 out of 5 stars
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like i said i won a esp ec100vb, but my kkv is still my guitar of choice
Sound
the kkv is amazing. i love this guitars mean personality, playability, and price. i own a fender telecaster, a hamer californian cxt, two acoustics, and a esp ec1000vb, which cost almost 4 times as much, yet my kkv is still my guitar of choice. the neck is extremly comfortable, and the guitar feels like an extension of my body. this only makes me wonder how awesome the $900 version is.
Features
i love the seperate volume pots for each pickup. the looks and attitude are amazing, and th playability is astonishing.
Ease of Use
feels like and extension of my body
Quality
amazing quality for its price
Value
this package is a steal
Manufacturer Support
i have never had to contact the as i have never had a problem with the guitar
The Wow Factor
one word- amazing

Musical Background:

hobbyist

Musical Style:

metal
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Submitted August 2, 2013 by Terry K in White Marsh, MD

"Used but not Abused"

Overall: 5 out of 5 stars
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Mine is used since they're out of production. For those of you who complain about playing a V sitting down - put on a guitar strap. Need more inlays? I put on a set of vinyl which work great and can be removed. The pups are BC Rich and are enclosed and probably modeled from EMG-HZs. I have 9 BC Rich guitars and the BC Rich stock pups are awesome - I don't get upgrading. This guitars plays like a dream ( I think BC Rich makes the best necks for the money). The tones are killer, the graphic is cool -- and I don't even like Slayer!

Musical Background:

Professional rocker for 30+ years.

Musical Style:

I have my own style.
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Submitted December 29, 2005 by a customer from cox.net

"Finally, Jackson doesn't make the best affordable V..."

Overall: 5 out of 5 stars
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You don't know how good a guitar it is, until you play it. It's that simple, don't think about the fact that it's a budget guitar, cuz that doesn't matter. It's about the quality
Sound
Well, the pickups are kind of *pfft* but BC Rich pickups tend to suck, so thats ok. But this guitar still sounds great after a few adjustments (strings etc.), and it really fits my style. I play alot of Metal, mostly simple thrash metal stuff, but I can shred, and this guitar is definatly a help, I've never owned a 24 fret guitar before this on, and I must say I was impressed. The only time I had any trouble was when I was too close to someone elses amp, I got a little buzz but nothing unusual, it's actually less then with my other guitars.
Features
Not really anything special, I bought a coffin case with it so the gig bag didn't help me any. But the strap and picks were pretty cool. I wanted a sweat band... Not this damn head thing... But yea, overall I guess if I wouldn't have had the stuff already it would've been more exciting
Quality
This guitar was in perfect condition when I got it... Like serious, it was great. I'd be proud to play this baby live. It's sexy too...
Value
This guitar is worth so much more than what I paid, seriously. I've played MUCH more expensive guitars, and I'd rather own this one. Fender's 'affordable' guitars can't touch this baby.
Manufacturer Support
Yea, the guys at BC Rich are awesome, if you ever get to talk to them, they're really cool guys.
The Wow Factor
It's effing beautiful guys... Seriously, you don't know til you've held one. It's so nice... If the output hole was a little bigger, you'd be tempted to make love to it. It's not just a practical addition to my setup, it is my setup. I sold my other guitar to get this, and it was worth it. Even if my only back up is an OOOOLD thang.

Musical Background:

Active Musician

Musical Style:

Metal
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Submitted February 24, 2006 by a customer from hotmail.com

"THIS GUITAR IS GOD, YOU PLAY LIKE GOD, FEEL LIKE GOD AND LOOK LIKE GOD!"

Overall: 5 out of 5 stars
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If i were to buy another guitar it would be another KKV guitar, they are just perfect, fit the metal scene in every way!
Sound
The sound is so awesome!!! Pure metal sound, its by far the best affordable flying v but even with it being affordable it still beats most guitars not affordable.B.C Rich make this guitar sound so meaty and metal that they could of sold it for maybe double the price i reckon.
Features
The accessories are pretty sik it comes with a gig bag, strap and picks oh and the head band thing. The feautres on the guitar are really good asewell.
Ease of Use
Cant beat it. Perfect sounds, if your a metal, death metal, thrash metal guitarist, go for it you will be well satisfied, i reckomend to everyone out there to buy this guitar, its awesome!
Quality
The quality is good way higher than standard but if your a guitarist who plays music beside metal and who hasnt had too much experiance then this isnt the guitar for you but if you love metal and especially love slayer and have had some experiance BUY IT NOW! There are no loose parts, not that ive found but this guitar is very VERY reliable you most certainly can depend on it, if you drop it, it wont be broken, its just as it looks a very meaty guitar and tanky guitar but its not at all heavy its light to what it looks. My guess it would last at least 5 years, its a very trustworthy guitar, i use it in gigs all the time and dont even keep a back-up guitar as i know it will fit the job all the way.
Value
Definately worth its value should be more i think. This flying v is way better than your 600 dollar fender or your affordable jackson.
Manufacturer Support
I have dealt with B.C Rich and they have great support, they are very friendly but sometimes wont understand.
The Wow Factor
When i first saw it i wanted it, when i got it, i wanted it every second, the colour is really good, the tribal inlays are really sweet, holding this guitar makes me the god and play like the god!

Musical Background:

Guitarist

Musical Style:

Metal
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Submitted August 18, 2006 by a customer from aim.com

"The best guitar I've ever played (better than the $1,200 one)"

Overall: 5 out of 5 stars
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Why keep asking questions? You know you want it, so just go get your money and buy it.
Sound
It plays better and sounds better than its $1,286.00 predecessor.
Features
I like what I had to work with on it. Not many V's have too many options, so I was pleasantly surprised when I discovered I can actually mess around with the pickups.
Ease of Use
The neck is just as nice as the original, since they're made from the same wood. Easy to tune, too.
Quality
Kerry knows what he's doing with his guitars. I haven't had a problem with it yet and I've had it for a long time now.
Value
For what you pay, you get a friggin' sweet deal. I bought a Jackson King V and it's not as good, not by a mile.
Manufacturer Support
BC Rich has never let me down.
The Wow Factor
This thing looks like it came straight from hell. It's the most beautiful guitar I've ever laid my hands on.

Musical Background:

Active musician: 4 years, lead guitar for a heavy metal band

Musical Style:

Anywhere from hard rock to death metal
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Submitted July 1, 2006

BC Rich Kerry King V Customer Review

Overall: 5 out of 5 stars
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There's a couple of quirks that $20 can fix, but overall, you can keep it for years.
Sound
I own this version of the guitar and the expensive one with the decorated headstock from BC Rich. This one has worked better and I've had it for longer than the other.
Features
It's a V, what do you want? The sound it makes is sick, and you can adjust it to sound like an old song from the Scorpions or to a high-intensity song from a band like Slipknot (it can make an excellent cover for the guitar solo in Pulse of the Maggots.)
Ease of Use
Like I said, it's a V. It's easy to tune, easy to play, and easy on the back.
Quality
It's a BC Rich, so I expected it to come with a broken part or two, but it came flawless. The headstock is nice, and the paint's not cracked or breaking. I've been using it a lot lately, and it held up.
Value
Compared to the other V that BCR sells, it's better. I'd pay more to buy another one if I had to.
Manufacturer Support
BCR has a great support group. I buy mostly BC Rich guitars for that reason. I've dealt with them a couple of times before.
The Wow Factor
It's NICE. I find I get a better audience appeal when I use it.

Musical Background:

Active musician: 4 years, lead guitar for a heavy metal band

Musical Style:

Anywhere from hard rock to death metal
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Submitted February 27, 2006

"I GREAT VALUE FOR MONEY"

Overall: 4.5 out of 5 stars
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I will be satisfied for a long time...
Sound
Its cruch is awsome and it delivers a huge punch.
Features
It looks wicked and it plays awsome, i wish it had a wammy bar...
Ease of Use
It is an extremely playable instrument and you have to know what your doing (for all guitars) to suit your sound.
Quality
its made extremely well and it looks awsome...
Value
It is about the price i ould pay for it already.
Manufacturer Support
BC RICH listen to all your prolems
The Wow Factor
I wanted it so badley and i got it and now i love it.
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Submitted December 25, 2005

"If your into metal i would buy one NOWWWWWWWWWWWWWW YOU WILL BE VERY SATICFIED."

Overall: 5 out of 5 stars
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The only thing i have to say is don't get this guitar for your first guitar no matter how awesome it looks. start with a more rounder gutar then move up to the big leagues. THIS GUITAR IS NOT FOR FIRST TIME GUITARIST experienced guitar players only. (sorry people but it's the truth) Do you know how it is to try play jungle bells on the thing?
Sound
METAL METAL METAL METAL METAL METALLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLL SOUNDS SO F*ING GREAT ON THIS GUITAR. the sound is so sharp and crisp. And the tribal graphic and headstock and dont forget the color totaly add to it.
Features
VERY GOOD. it comes with a gig bag(not the greatest, invest in a hard cover case) picks(of course) strap(w00t it looks awesome with the guitar) cord (not that great of quality i'd buy another cord prolly a 20 footer would work nicley) and of course the poster and headsweat(which are a sweet add to the mix. All and all i think the features are great. And by the way metal guitarist dont usally use a trem bridge so why are noobies crying that it dosent have? lolz
Quality
CAUTION: BE CARFUL WITH THIS GUITAR IT LOOKS LIKE IT IS BUILT LIKE A TANK BUT THE ENDS ARE PRETTY FRAGILE AND COULD BRAKE. this guitar can take alot of abuse but don't get carried away. be cautios running and jumping off your couch with this guitar. But hey the quality overall is very good it looks like it could take alot of abuse for live shows and that. I still kinda think this guitar is pretty much for the looks and sound rather then the ruuggedness.
Value
10 10 10 10 10 For what you are getting that's a hell of a price. 300 us and 430 canadian that's amazing compared to what you would be paying for something like a gibson or fender.
Manufacturer Support
Never had to deal with bc rich before but i have heard from alot of people that they have very good survice. So if you have a problem with your guitar i wouldn't hesitate to call.
The Wow Factor
Look at the god dam guitar. ITS BEAUTIFUL IF YOU HAVEN'T NOTICED.
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Submitted December 4, 2004

BC Rich Kerry King V Customer Review

Overall: 5 out of 5 stars
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i migh be satishfyed forever
Sound
crystal clear better then anything i own
Features
the things it cme with made it very good to use
Quality
its very sturdy
Value
the price its at is good for the style and the things that i uses
Manufacturer Support
ive delt with this company befor this is byfar there best work
The Wow Factor
i was atracted to it right away
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