"Lita Ford's surprise encounter with her stolen B.C. Rich Mockingbird, purchased second-hand at a bargain price - discovering the unthinkable, she questions the guitar's origin and the rare amp she reluctantly surrendered."

"Lita Ford's surprise encounter with her stolen B.C. Rich Mockingbird, purchased second-hand at a bargain price - discovering the unthinkable, she questions the guitar's origin and the rare amp she reluctantly surrendered."

Hey there, let's chat about some rock 'n' roll gear with a truly iconic player - Lita Ford! In this month's Bought & Sold, she share her insights on guitars, from her precious SG to her latest B.C. Rich masterpiece.

If you're not a fan of BC Rich's metal guitars, you might want to skip this one. Lita reveals why she adores their veteran craftsman, Neal Moser, so much. She talks about the intriguing process of creating her newest guitar, the Raven, and highlights its futuristic, dangerous, and sexy design. Don't forget her signature touches, like the Kahler tremolo and DiMarzio Super Distortions.

Remember the stolen turquoise Mockingbird? Yeah, that's a story worth hearing, too. Learn about the time someone walked into Lita's studio with her stolen guitar, confidently claiming it as a bargain find.

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Lita also shares some thrilling tales of her gear-buying experiences. From returned amps and regretted guitar sales, to finding hidden gems in pawn shops, she's lived through it all. Her ultimate advice? Know what sound you want, and make sure your guitar delivers that sound.

Catch Lita's go-to rig recommendations, including her love for JCM800s, Jerry Cantrell wah, and a shimmery-sounding BlueChorus. With two Vintage 30 cabinets split on stage and a preamp in her white B.C. Rich doubleneck, Lita's gear setup is as unique as her legendary style.

Check out Lita Ford's memoir, "Living Like a Runaway," for even more insights into her incredible career as a pioneering female rock guitarist. Get it now!

1. Lita Ford adores the craftsmanship of Neal Moser at BC Rich, a brand known for its metal guitars.
2. Lita Ford's newest guitar, the Raven, features a futuristic, dangerous, and sexy design with signature Kahler tremolo and DiMarzio Super Distortions.
3. Lita Ford once had a stolen turquoise Mockingbird, a story worth hearing about.
4. Sign up for The Pick Newsletter to stay updated on guitar news, interviews, lessons, reviews, deals, and more.
5. Lita Ford emphasizes that knowing what sound you want and ensuring your guitar delivers that sound is essential advice for any guitar player.
6. Lita Ford's go-to rig includes JCM800s, Jerry Cantrell wah, and BlueChorus, with two Vintage 30 cabinets and a preamp in her white B.C. Rich doubleneck.
7. To learn more about Lita Ford's incredible career as a pioneering female rock guitarist, read her memoir, "Living Like a Runaway."

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