ESP RZK-II Richard Z Kruspe Burnt
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ESP
RZK-II Richard Z Kruspe Burnt
Product Info
Article Number:
614895
Brand:
ESP
Model:
RZK-II Richard Z Kruspe Burnt
Category:
Signature Guitars
Price:
$9,348.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This RZK-II is a serious statement piece built for high-octane performance. The neck-thru design and aggressive pickups deliver the signature Rammstein crunch, while the Japanese build ensures it'll withstand a beating. It's perfect for players seeking a high-end, distortion-focused instrument with a unique look and feel.
Product Description
- ESP RZK-II Richard Z Kruspe Burnt
- Electric Guitar
- Richard Z. Kruspe (Rammstein) Signature model
- Body: Alder
- Top: Maple
- Neck-thru-body: Maple
- Fingerboard: Ebony
- Neck profile: Thin U
- Fingerboard radius: 305 mm (12.01")
- Scale: 648 mm (25.5")
- Ntu width: 42 mm (1.65")
- 24 extra jumbo frets
- Pickup: 2 EMG81 Humbucker (neck and bridge)
- Volume control
- 3-way toggle switch
- Floyd Rose Original Tremolo
- Gotoh machine heads
- Chrome hardware
- Strings: Elixir Nanoweb Super Light
- Colour: Distressed & Burnt
- Includes case
- Made in Japan
PROS
- • Exceptional build quality with Japanese craftsmanship and premium materials.
- • EMG 81 pickups deliver aggressive, high-output distortion and searing leads.
- • Maple/Ebony neck provides fast playability and a snappy, articulate tone.
- • Distressed 'Burnt' finish offers a unique aesthetic and stage presence.
CONS
- • The extended scale length (25.5") may feel unwieldy for players with smaller hands.
- • High-end price point puts it out of reach for many players.
- • The aggressive EMG pickups limit versatility for cleaner, more nuanced tones.
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Alder with Maple Top
Neck Material
Maple
Fingerboard
Ebony
Pickups
2 x EMG 81 Humbuckers
Scale Length
648 mm (25.5")
Frets
24 Extra Jumbo
Bridge
Floyd Rose Original Tremolo
Weight
4.2 kg (9.3 lbs)
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Frequently Asked Questions
The finish itself doesn't directly affect tone, but the distressing can slightly alter resonance due to minor surface imperfections – a subtle characteristic.
The 'Thin U' profile is relatively slim, so while playable for larger hands, it might feel a bit cramped for some; a try-before-you-buy is recommended.
The Floyd Rose Original tremolo is known for its tuning stability when properly set up, but requires care and potential adjustments with extreme dive-bombing.
