ESP LTD AW-XJ7B/EVERTUNE/OPEN GRAIN/BLACK SATIN guitar
Description
ESP LTD AW-XJ7B/EVERTUNE/OPEN GRAIN/BLACK SATIN 7-String Baritone Guitar
This 27" baritone 7-string delivers responsive, balanced tracking across its extended range, with a swamp ash body engineered for clarity and sustain in recording contexts. The five-piece maple/walnut/padauk neck provides stability and consistent feel session to session, while the Macassar ebony fingerboard offers both visual character and reliable fret-to-fret playability. Built for producers and engineers tracking extended range tunings and lower-register material, this instrument maintains articulation and definition even under aggressive tuning demands, capturing clean, defined tones in the studio.
Playability & Feel
The 48mm nut width and 400mm fingerboard radius establish a balanced feel suited to both fingerstyle and pick techniques across seven strings in a tracking environment. With 24 extra-jumbo stainless steel frets, string articulation stays clear and the fretboard accommodates varied playing approaches without compromise during overdubs and session work. The bolt-on construction ensures direct body-to-neck coupling for efficient sustain and reliable response take after take.
Tone & Electronics
The single DiMarzio D-Activator 7 passive pickup captures the full frequency range of the seven-string configuration with splittable voice via push/pull volume control, delivering tonal flexibility and adaptability to different mix scenarios without requiring additional pickups. The EverTune constant tension bridge locks pitch stability and tuning accuracy throughout extended recording sessions, eliminating the pitch drift common to traditional bridges on baritone instruments and reducing tuning maintenance between takes.
Key Features
- Bolt-on swamp ash body with Black Open Grain Satin finish
- Five-piece maple/walnut/padauk neck with Macassar ebony fingerboard
- 27" baritone scale length
- 48mm nut width
- 400mm fingerboard radius
- 24 extra-jumbo stainless steel frets
- 7-string configuration
- EverTune constant tension bridge
- Single DiMarzio D-Activator 7 passive pickup (splittable via push/pull volume control)
- Brushed black pickguard
- LTD locking tuners
- Includes ESP hardshell form fit case
This instrument combines extended range capability with modern bridge technology and established pickup engineering, making it well-suited for baritone tracking and mixing work across metal, progressive, and extended-range productions.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
| Neck Construction | Bolt-On |
| Country of Manufacture | South Korea |
Reviews
At a Glance
This 7-string baritone captures extended lows with articulation and balanced midrange clarity, making it ideal for recording heavy riffs, progressive compositions, and drop-tuned sessions without muddiness or pitch drift. The EverTune bridge and DiMarzio D-Activator 7 pickup—with a splittable voice for tonal flexibility—give you stable, adaptable tracking across multiple takes and mix scenarios. Choose this for a versatile extended-range instrument that sits clearly in dense, low-register productions.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Progressive
- ✓ Djent
- ✓ Drop Tunings
- ✓ Extended Range
Not the best pick for
- – Jazz
- – Traditional Blues
- – Country
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What tuning range is this guitar designed for?
The 27-inch baritone scale and 7-string configuration are optimized for extended-range and drop tunings common in metal, progressive, and djent music. The articulate pickup and EverTune bridge maintain clarity and pitch stability even in aggressive lower tunings.
How does the EverTune bridge work, and does it solve tuning issues?
The EverTune constant tension bridge automatically maintains pitch stability and tuning accuracy across extended playing sessions, eliminating the pitch drift that traditional bridges on baritone instruments experience. This is especially valuable for live performance and long studio tracking.
Is the neck comfortable for a 7-string player?
The 48mm nut width, 400mm fingerboard radius, and 24 extra-jumbo stainless steel frets create a balanced setup designed specifically for seven-string playability, supporting both fingerstyle and pick work without compromising articulation.
What's included with the guitar?
The guitar ships with an ESP hardshell form-fit case for protection and transport. The DiMarzio D-Activator 7 pickup includes a splittable voice accessed via push/pull volume control for added tonal flexibility.
How does the swamp ash body contribute to the tone?
The swamp ash body resonates with clarity and sustain, supporting the full frequency range of the seven-string configuration even in extended low-register tunings. This wood choice balances definition in the lows with articulate midrange and treble.
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