About This Guitar

The Wylde Audio Berzerker represents Zakk Wylde's decades of professional experience distilled into the ultimate heavy music instrument. Designed in collaboration with Schecter, this guitar combines premium materials, professional-grade hardware, and the legendary EMG 81/85 pickup combination that has defined Zakk's crushing tone since his early days with Ozzy Osbourne.

At the heart of the Berzerker's sonic power are EMG 81/85 active pickups – the most iconic pairing in metal and hard rock. The EMG 85 in the neck position delivers thick, warm tone with excellent sustain, perfect for powerful rhythm work and smooth, soulful leads. The EMG 81 in the bridge position provides tight, aggressive distortion with controlled low-end and crisp highs, ideal for palm-muted chugging and cutting solos. Independent volume controls for each pickup allow precise tone shaping, and both pickups offer completely noise-free operation even at extreme gain levels. This is the exact combination Zakk has used on countless recordings with Black Label Society and Ozzy Osbourne.

The mahogany body with flamed maple top provides the classic tonewood combination favored by generations of rock guitarists. Mahogany delivers warm, thick midrange with excellent sustain, while the flamed maple top adds brightness and articulation. The striking Twisted Halls graphic under the Corridors finish creates a visually stunning appearance that commands attention on any stage. The flat top with beveled edge offers comfortable playing while maintaining maximum resonance.

Built with set neck deep insert joint construction, the Berzerker provides superior sustain and tone through enhanced energy transfer between neck and body. The 3-piece maple neck features the Zakk C profile – shaped exactly to Zakk's specifications to balance powerful grip for aggressive rhythm playing with speed for fast lead work. The deep insert joint allows easy access to all 22 X-Jumbo frets for uninhibited soloing in the upper register.

The ebony fretboard with 14" radius provides smooth, fast playability across all positions. Mystical Rune inlays add distinctive visual character while the X-Jumbo frets offer excellent grip for bending and vibrato. Premium hardware includes a TonePros locking Tune-O-Matic bridge for rock-solid tuning stability and superior tone transfer, plus Grover tuners that stay locked in pitch through the most aggressive performances.

Why Buy from Angkor Music?

Every Berzerker includes our free professional setup ($155 value), including action optimization, intonation calibration, TonePros bridge adjustment, and EMG pickup height optimization. With 11+ years serving Melbourne musicians, we provide expert guidance on getting maximum performance from active pickups and set neck guitars. Visit our Altona store to experience Zakk Wylde's crushing tone in person.