The B.C. Rich Rich Bich Doubleneck in Trans Red is an extraordinary 6-string / 12-string electric guitar built for players who want maximum tonal range, unmistakable stage presence and the distinctive styling of one of B.C. Rich’s most iconic designs.

Built around a substantial dual-neck neck-through construction, the Rich Bich combines a conventional 6-string guitar with a dedicated 12-string neck, allowing players to move between powerful electric rhythm and lead tones and the wide, chiming sound of a 12-string without changing instruments.

Both necks use ebony fingerboards and 24-fret layouts, while four Duncan Designed humbuckers provide a broad range of tones. Expanded switching including coil-tap, phase and Varitone functions takes the tonal flexibility considerably beyond a conventional doubleneck.

Finished in striking Trans Red, this Pre-Owned example is in Very Good condition, weighs an actual 14.58 lbs, and includes a hardcase.

AT A GLANCE

Detail	Specification
Brand	B.C. Rich
Model	Rich Bich / Rich B Legacy Doubleneck
Configuration	6-String / 12-String
Finish	Trans Red
Construction	Neck-Through
Fingerboards	Ebony
Weight	14.58 lbs
Condition	Very Good / Pre-Owned
Case	Hardcase Included

PRE-OWNED CONDITION REPORT

This is a Pre-Owned B.C. Rich Rich Bich Doubleneck in Very Good condition.

The Very Good condition grade reflects an instrument that has been well looked after overall while showing the light signs of previous use expected from a Pre-Owned guitar of this size and complexity.

This individual guitar weighs 14.58 lbs.

A hardcase is included.

FAMOUS PLAYERS & THE DOUBLE-NECK BICH

The B.C. Rich Double-Neck Bich has some serious rock history behind it. Lita Ford is one of the players most strongly associated with the design, with the Double-Neck Bich historically linked directly to her use of B.C. Rich instruments. Carlos Alomar, best known for his work with David Bowie, and Randy Jackson of Zebra have also been associated with B.C. Rich Double-Neck Bich guitars. That heritage gives the model more than just visual impact – it connects it directly to the extravagant, high-performance guitar culture of the late 1970s and 1980s.

KEY FEATURES

• B.C. Rich Rich Bich / Rich B Legacy Doubleneck

• 6-string and 12-string necks

• Trans Red finish

• Neck-through construction

• Mahogany / nyatoh-style body and neck construction

• Ebony fingerboards

• 24 frets on each neck

• 24 5/8" scale length

• Four Duncan Designed HB-103 humbuckers

• Separate pickup control for each neck

• Coil-tap switching

• Reverse-phase switching

• Varitone tone filtering

• B.C. Rich Quad bridge systems

• Grover Super Rotomatic tuners

• Chrome hardware

• Actual measured weight of 14.58 lbs

• Very Good Pre-Owned condition

• Hardcase included

WHY YOU'LL LOVE IT

Very few guitars make a visual and sonic statement quite like a B.C. Rich doubleneck.

The combination of a conventional 6-string and a dedicated 12-string neck gives this instrument access to radically different textures without requiring a guitar change mid-song.

The lower neck covers standard rhythm and lead duties, while the upper 12-string produces the broad, harmonically rich sound associated with doubled string courses.

Add four humbuckers, coil-tap options, phase switching and Varitone filtering, and this becomes far more than simply two guitars joined together.

DETAILED FEATURES & BENEFITS

6-String & 12-String Combination

The lower neck is configured as a traditional 6-string electric guitar, while the upper neck is configured as a 12-string.

This allows instant movement between conventional electric guitar tones and wider, chiming 12-string textures.

Neck-Through Construction

Both necks extend through the body rather than using conventional bolt-on joints.

This construction helps provide strong sustain and excellent upper-fret access across both necks.

Trans Red Finish

The transparent red finish gives the guitar an especially dramatic appearance while allowing the underlying wood character to remain visible.

It suits the elaborate Bich body shape particularly well.

Ebony Fingerboards

Both necks use ebony fingerboards, providing a smooth, hard playing surface with a premium feel.

24-Fret Necks

Each neck provides 24 frets, giving a full two-octave range on every string.

This gives the guitar greater upper-register access than many traditional doubleneck designs.

Duncan Designed HB-103 Pickups

The guitar is equipped with four Duncan Designed HB-103 humbuckers, with two pickups assigned to each neck.

These provide a powerful humbucker response suitable for clean, driven and high-gain sounds.

Expanded 6-String Controls

The 6-string section includes traditional pickup selection and volume/tone control alongside additional switching for coil tap, reverse phase and Varitone-style filtering.

This dramatically expands the available tonal palette.

12-String Controls

The 12-string section has its own pickup and level controls, allowing it to be set independently from the 6-string side.

Coil-Tap Functions

Coil-tap switching allows selected humbuckers to access brighter, leaner sounds closer to single-coil territory.

Reverse-Phase Switching

Phase switching creates thinner, more nasal tones that work particularly well for cutting rhythm sounds and unusual layered textures.

Varitone Filtering

The multi-position Varitone control provides additional frequency filtering, expanding the guitar beyond standard pickup and tone-control combinations.

B.C. Rich Quad Bridges

The B.C. Rich Quad bridge system provides individual adjustment and maintains the distinctive period-inspired B.C. Rich hardware aesthetic.

Grover Tuners

Grover Super Rotomatic machine heads provide precise tuning adjustment across both necks.

14.58 lbs Actual Weight

This individual doubleneck weighs 14.58 lbs.

That is a significant stage weight, so players planning longer performances may want to use a wide, supportive strap.

WHO IS IT FOR?

The B.C. Rich Rich Bich Doubleneck is particularly suited to rock, progressive rock, hard rock, metal and theatrical stage performers who need both conventional 6-string tones and 12-string textures from one instrument.

It is also likely to appeal strongly to collectors and B.C. Rich enthusiasts due to its unusual specification, historic artist associations and huge visual impact.

PLAYING STYLES & APPLICATIONS

The 6-string neck works well for:

• Rock

• Hard rock

• Metal

• Progressive music

• Lead guitar

• Heavy rhythm work

The 12-string neck is particularly effective for:

• Chiming clean passages

• Layered rhythm parts

• Intro and interlude textures

• Progressive arrangements

• Studio overdub-style sounds performed live

HOW IT COMPARES

Doubleneck vs Two Separate Guitars

Two separate guitars may be lighter individually, but require a complete instrument change.

The Rich Bich allows immediate switching between 6-string and 12-string parts within the same performance.

B.C. Rich vs Traditional Doubleneck Designs

Many doublenecks use relatively conventional body shapes and simple electronics.

The Rich Bich combines B.C. Rich styling with unusually comprehensive switching and tone shaping.

12-String vs Standard 6-String

The 12-string neck produces a broader, more harmonically complex sound through paired string courses.

It is especially useful for clean rhythm textures and layered arrangements.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

Specification	Details
Product Type	Doubleneck Electric Guitar
Brand	B.C. Rich
Model	Rich Bich / Rich B Legacy Doubleneck
Finish	Trans Red
Configuration	6-String / 12-String
Construction	Neck-Through
Body Material	Mahogany / Nyatoh-Type Construction
Neck Material	Mahogany / Nyatoh-Type Construction
Fingerboards	Ebony
Scale Length	24 5/8"
Frets	24 Per Neck
Fret Size	Jumbo
Inlays	Cloud
Pickup Configuration	2 Humbuckers Per Neck
Pickups	Duncan Designed HB-103
Electronics	Passive
Coil Tap	Yes
Phase Switching	Yes
Varitone	Yes
6-String Pickup Selector	3-Way
12-String Pickup Selector	3-Way
6-String Bridge	B.C. Rich Quad
12-String Bridge	B.C. Rich Quad 12
Tuners	Grover Super Rotomatic
Hardware	Chrome
Weight	14.58 lbs
Case	Hardcase Included
Condition	Very Good / Pre-Owned

POWER REQUIREMENTS

None.

The B.C. Rich Rich Bich Doubleneck uses passive electronics and requires no battery or external power supply.

FAIR DEAL MUSIC EXPERT VERDICT ★★★★★

Best suited for: Rock and progressive players who genuinely need 6-string and 12-string sounds in one instrument, as well as collectors looking for one of B.C. Rich’s most dramatic designs.

Customers usually upgrade from: Standard 6-string guitars, single-neck B.C. Rich models and more conventional doubleneck instruments.

Most commonly paired with: High-headroom clean amps, valve amplifiers, high-gain rigs, compression, chorus, delay and reverb.

Our tip: At 14.58 lbs, use a wide supportive strap if you intend to perform with it for extended periods. The weight is substantial, but that is part of the territory with a full-size 6/12 doubleneck.

Showroom feedback: Few instruments have this much presence before you even plug them in. The combination of the Bich body shape, Trans Red finish and two full 24-fret necks makes this a genuinely spectacular piece, while its association with players such as Lita Ford adds real historical interest.

WHY BUY PRE-OWNED FROM FAIR DEAL MUSIC?

Buying a Pre-Owned B.C. Rich Rich Bich Doubleneck can provide an opportunity to own a highly unusual instrument that rarely appears compared with conventional production guitars.

This example is in Very Good condition, weighs 14.58 lbs, and includes a hardcase.

Fair Deal Music has decades of experience buying, selling and part-exchanging unusual, high-value, Pre-Owned and vintage guitars.

WHY BUY FROM FAIR DEAL MUSIC?

When you buy from Fair Deal Music, you're choosing one of the UK's most established, independent family run music retailers since 1987.

Fair Deal Music combines a large Birmingham showroom with nationwide ecommerce and knowledgeable musician-led advice.

Customers benefit from:

• Family-run independent retailer established in 1987

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• Knowledgeable musician-led advice

• Extensive experience with unusual and Pre-Owned guitars

• Large Birmingham showroom

• Secure online ordering

• Fast UK delivery

• Friendly customer support

• Part-exchange and trade-in service

• Request a Video Demo option

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Your current guitar or other musical equipment could help towards the cost of this B.C. Rich Rich Bich Doubleneck.

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Contact our team for a no-obligation valuation.

PART EXCHANGE / TRADE-IN

If you already own guitars or other musical equipment you are considering replacing, Fair Deal Music can assess it for part exchange.

Trading in can remove the inconvenience of selling privately while allowing the value of your current equipment to go directly towards your next instrument.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Is this B.C. Rich Rich Bich Doubleneck used?

Yes. This is a Pre-Owned example in Very Good condition.

What finish does it have?

It has a Trans Red finish.

How many necks does it have?

Two.

What are the two necks?

One is a standard 6-string, and the other is a 12-string.

Which famous players have used B.C. Rich Double-Neck Bich guitars?

The Double-Neck Bich has historical associations with Lita Ford, Carlos Alomar and Randy Jackson of Zebra.

Is Lita Ford associated with this model?

Yes. The Double-Neck Bich is particularly strongly associated with Lita Ford and has historically been described as a design developed for her.

How many frets does each neck have?

Each neck has 24 frets.

What is the scale length?

Both necks use a 24 5/8" scale length.

What fingerboards does it have?

Both necks use ebony fingerboards.

What pickups are fitted?

It uses four Duncan Designed HB-103 humbuckers, with two assigned to each neck.

Does it have coil-tap switching?

Yes.

Does it have phase switching?

Yes.

Does it have a Varitone control?

Yes. The expanded switching provides additional frequency-filtering options.

What bridge does it use?

It uses B.C. Rich Quad-style bridge hardware for the 6-string and 12-string sections.

What tuners does it use?

It uses Grover Super Rotomatic tuners.

Is it active?

No. It uses passive electronics.

Does it require a battery?

No.

How much does it weigh?

This individual guitar weighs 14.58 lbs.

Is that heavy?

Yes. A full 6/12 doubleneck is a substantial instrument, and a supportive strap is recommended for extended playing.

Does it come with a case?

Yes. A hardcase is included.

What condition is it in?

This example is in Very Good condition.

Is it suitable for progressive rock?

Yes. The ability to switch between conventional and 12-string textures makes it particularly useful for progressive arrangements.

Is it suitable for metal?

Yes. The dual humbuckers and B.C. Rich construction make the 6-string neck especially suitable for heavier guitar sounds.

Can I request a video demo?

Yes. A video demo is particularly useful with an instrument this unusual, allowing you to hear both necks and the expanded switching functions.

Can I part-exchange another guitar against it?

Yes. Fair Deal Music considers guitars and a wide range of other musical equipment for part exchange.