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What does NJ stand for on B.C. Rich guitars?

What does NJ stand for on B.C. Rich guitars?

NJ stands for Nagoya, Japan.

Are B.C. Rich guitars still made?

The USA guitars all say made in USA on them. BC Rich has indicated they have plans to make them in the USA again but so far it’s been about 12 years since the were made in the USA. NJ originally stood for “Nagoya Japan”….BC Rich Models.

Beast Gunslinger, Assassin (Bolt-on’s)
Dagger Chuck Schuldiner Model
BC Rich Bass Guitars

What is BC Rich NJ Series?

Hebron, KY (September 11, 2015) — After many requests, BC Rich Guitars releases the NJ Retro Series. These electric guitars are a throwback to the classic 1980s NJ models built in Nagoya, Japan. This series includes the Warlock, Mockingbird, and Bich models.

How can I tell what year my BC Rich guitar is?

All B.C. Rich models, both imported and USA handmades implement this same year time date stamp and guitar production number format:

  1. 121XXXXX first digit = year of manufacture.
  2. Second digit = means nothing until double-digit years get here again.
  3. Third digit = quarter of manufacture.
  4. Digits 4 thru 8 = production number.

How do I tell what year my BC Rich guitar is?

Who makes BC Rich pickups?

The B.C. Rich Warlock is both an electric guitar and bass guitar made by B.C. Rich. It features a distinct jagged shape and two humbucker pickups….

B.C. Rich Warlock
Manufacturer B.C. Rich Guitars
Period 1981–present
Construction
Body type Solid

How do I read my B.C. Rich serial number?

Who played BC Rich guitars?

BC Rich Guitars Endorsers

  • Carlos Alomar (David Bowie)
  • Michael Anthony (Van Halen)
  • Tom Araya (Slayer)
  • John Avila (Oingo Boingo)
  • Jimmy Bain (Dio)
  • Hank Ballard.
  • Brad Billion.
  • George Biondo (Steppenwolf)