In the spirit of Halloween, we’ve decided to bring together a list of some of our favorite pieces of music gear that go great with the spookiest holiday of the year. Whether you’re looking for an ax any ghoul would be proud of, creepy accessories to accentuate your scary style or effects that go bump in the night, the products below are a perfect fit for a rock and roll Halloween.      

Guitars

Pretty Much Anything From B.C. Rich

[caption id="attachment_6588" align="alignright" width="149"]wgbk_1 B.C. RICH Warlock One Black Onyx Electric Guitar @ $199.99[/caption] With so many designs that fit perfectly with the spirit of Halloween, it’s hard to pick just a couple of B.C. Rich guitars to highlight. But if we had to, the Warlock series would most definitely be on the short list. Featuring a gruesomely aggressive look and wicked sound, these metal-centric axes are tailor-made for Halloween. We also should mention the Avenge SOB, a frightfully awesome electric designed to rock. Featuring a red edged Beast style headstock, black hardware, blood red bevels and beast wing inlays, this ax hits all the marks when it comes to grisly style. And at less than $300, it’s perfect for any monsters out there looking for an affordable ax with plenty of great features. Click here to browse our selection of B.C. Rich guitars.        

Schecter Synyster Gates SYN AC-GA SC and SYN-J Acoustic-Electric Guitars

If acoustics are more your thing, we got the perfect pair in mind in the form of the Synyster Gates SYN AC-GA SC and SYN-J from Schecter Guitar Research. Just like the man who bears their name, these acoustics come with a heavy dose of style and substance. These two acoustics are much more than just a couple of guitars painted black as they come with plenty of features that give it a dark edge perfect for Halloween, including gothic cross inlays, Deathbat trim and more. And while you don’t have plug in to scare up some licks, you definitely have the option as both guitars are equipped with acoustic pickups, an onboard preamp, and a built-in tuner. [caption id="attachment_6586" align="alignleft" width="260"]schecter3703-1 Schecter SYN-J Acoustic Guitar @ $599.00[/caption] [caption id="attachment_6587" align="alignleft" width="260"]schecter_synyster_gates_syn_ac-ga_sc_acoustic_guitar_group Schecter SYN AC-GA SC Acoustic Guitars Starting @ $489.00[/caption]    

                   

Effects Pedals

While a guitar with a hellish design will certainly give you a great look for Halloween, effects pedals are what will deliver the sound. There are definitely a ton of options to choose from, but I recommend beginning with pedals made to deliver plenty of spooky ambiance such as a wickedly awesome reverb/delay. From ethereal echoes to alien like reverb that will make you swear you're about to be abducted, a great reverb/delay pedal is integral in getting a ghoulish sound. If you're looking for something a bit more on the strangely spooky side, consider adding a Flanger or Phaser pedal to the mix. These three type of effects can get you sounds so experimental that even Dr. Frankenstien would be jealous! And finally, nothing beats a good Wah-Wah pedal to make your guitar scream like banshee and finish it up with a good distortion or overdrive pedal for a sound that will even wake the dead! Below are a few of my personal recommendations:  

Reverb/Delay/Echo

[caption id="attachment_6564" align="alignleft" width="150"]halloween DigiTech Supernatural Ambient Reverb @ $179.95[/caption] [caption id="attachment_6566" align="alignleft" width="150"]echorec_1 Catalinbread Echorec Multi-Tap Echo Delay @ $230.00[/caption] [caption id="attachment_6567" align="alignleft" width="150"]alien4site Rockett Alien Echo Guitar Effects Pedal @ $279.00[/caption]                 Click here to browse our selection of Reverb/Delay pedals.

 

Phaser Guitar Effects

[caption id="attachment_6574" align="alignleft" width="150"]grand_orbiter_v2_1 Earthquaker Devices Grand Orbiter V2 Phaser @ $195.00[/caption] [caption id="attachment_6575" align="alignleft" width="150"]boss_ph-3_phase_shifter_guitar_effect_pedal Boss PH-3 Phase Shifter @ $129.00[/caption] [caption id="attachment_6576" align="alignleft" width="150"]seymour-duncan-shape-shifter-stereo-tremolo-guitar-effects-pedal Seymour Duncan Stereo Shape Shifter @ $229.00[/caption]                 Click here to browse our selection of Phaser pedals.  

Flanger Pedals

[caption id="attachment_6577" align="alignleft" width="150"]m152 MXR M152 Micro Flanger @ $89.99[/caption] [caption id="attachment_6578" align="alignleft" width="150"]evh117_1 EVH 117 Guitar Flanger @ $189.99[/caption] [caption id="attachment_6579" align="alignleft" width="150"]bf-3_flanger_guitar_effect_pedal Boss BF-3 Guitar Flanger @ $139.00[/caption]                 Click here to browse our selection of Flanger pedals.

 

Guitar Accessories

Coffin Cases

Few accessories go as perfect with the spirit of Halloween as a coffin for a case! Featuring an indisputably awesome coffin shape design and a silky smooth diamond tucked red velvet interior, Coffin Case guitar and bass cases are the best way to let your instrument rest in peace between gigs! All three Coffin Case models feature the same tough as nails multi-plywood construction and shock-resistant velvet pillow interior to ensure that your beast is tucked away safely inside. Other features include a durable thick road resistant black PVC exterior, all black steel hardware, black accent stitching and 5 drawbar latches. And for a perfect way to hang your guitar once you're done jamming, try the Coffin Case coffin guitar hanger. [caption id="attachment_5434" align="alignnone" width="625"]All-Coffin-Cases From Left: G-185, B-195 And The 300VX.[/caption]  

LOXX Skull Antique Button Knobs

[caption id="attachment_6585" align="alignright" width="112"]14163-loxx-skull LOXX Skull Strap Lock @ $33.99[/caption] If you're looking to get all the little details just right, we highly suggest a LOXX Skull strap lock button knobs. Originally designed in 1924 as an innovative way to secure convertible car tops, these strap locks work just as well with guitar straps. With the ability to handle a pull-out force of up to 220 lbs., these skull locks are the perfect way to keep your strap secured while being a monster on the stage.   Well, there you have it, our picks for some of the best guitars, effects, and accessories that will fit perfect with the look and feel of Halloween. Of course, there's plenty more where that came from. If you're looking for a great deal on gear or have a question regarding a purchase, don't hesitate to chat with one of our friendly PAL pros by using the live chat feature below or by calling us toll-free at 1 877-671-2200. Happy Halloween!    

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