ESP LTD SURVEYOR-204DX RED BURST guitar
Description
ESP LTD Surveyor-204DX 4-String Bass Guitar — Red Burst
The Surveyor-204DX delivers a lightweight, ergonomic platform built around a thin U-contour neck and 34" scale, engineered for extended studio tracking sessions and zero fatigue during long recording days. This active bass combines vintage-inspired aesthetics with modern playability, offering articulate tone and intuitive controls that sit cleanly in the mix without fighting other instruments.
Build & Playability
A resonant poplar body with burled poplar top sits atop a roasted maple neck fitted with a rosewood fingerboard and 21 extra-jumbo frets, yielding smooth, fast action across the 400mm radius. The bolt-on construction at 34" scale and thin U neck contour enable consistent hand positioning across takes, while the 40mm nut width provides adequate spacing without excess width for four-string players, reducing technique variation during punch-in sessions.
Recording & Tone Shaping
A pair of ESP LJB (bridge) and LPD (neck) pickups feeds an active electronics system featuring volume, balance, and tone boost controls, delivering flexible shaping from punchy lows to articulate mids that cut through dense arrangements. The LTD DB-4 fixed bridge and black hardware reinforce tuning stability across multiple takes, while factory-installed .045–.105 strings are optimized for the bass's tonal character and track-to-track consistency.
Key Features
- Poplar body with burled poplar top; gloss lacquer finish in Red Burst
- Roasted maple neck with thin U contour
- Rosewood fingerboard with 21 extra-jumbo frets and dot inlays
- Fingerboard radius: 400mm; nut width: 40mm
- 34" scale length with bolt-on neck construction
- ESP LJB (bridge) and LPD (neck) pickups
- Active electronics: 1x Volume, 1x Balance, 1x Tone Boost
- LTD DB-4 fixed bridge with black hardware
- LTD vintage tuners
- Black pickguard
- Factory strings: 45, 65, 85, 105
The Surveyor-204DX balances tonal range and ergonomic design, making it a practical choice for producers and engineers tracking bass parts that demand both comfort during long sessions and sonic versatility across genres.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
| Country of Manufacture | South Korea |
Reviews
At a Glance
The Surveyor-204DX is a versatile studio bass that cuts through mixes with articulate mids and punchy lows, shaped by an intuitive active electronics system (volume, balance, tone boost) that lets you dial in the exact voice your session needs. Its responsive pickups and flexible tone control make it equally at home laying down funk grooves as it is sitting pretty in a mix-heavy recording environment. The thin U-contour neck and smooth 400mm-radius fingerboard keep tracking fast and accurate during long tracking and editing sessions.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ funk
- ✓ studio sessions
- ✓ home recording
- ✓ gigging
Not the best pick for
- – drop tunings
- – extended range
Skill level: Beginner · Intermediate · Advanced
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this bass good for beginners?
Yes, the thin U-contour neck and 40mm nut width are designed for comfort and control across all skill levels. The 34-inch scale and responsive active electronics make learning and playing intuitive, so it works well whether you're picking up a bass for the first time or you're an experienced player.
What styles does this bass handle best?
The Surveyor-204DX shines in funk, studio sessions, and live gigging, with articulate mids and punchy lows that sit well in those contexts. It is not designed for drop tunings or extended-range work, so standard tuning and four-string voicings are its sweet spot.
What pickups and electronics does it have?
The bass features ESP LJB (bridge) and LPD (neck) pickups paired with an active electronics system offering volume, balance, and tone boost controls. This combination lets you shape tone flexibly from tight, punchy lows to clear, articulate mids.
What is the neck like?
The roasted maple neck has a thin U contour, a 400mm radius, 21 extra-jumbo frets, and a 40mm nut width, all designed for smooth, fast action and comfortable hand positioning during long sessions. The bolt-on 34-inch scale construction is a standard baseline that many players find balanced for comfort and playability.
What strings come with it?
Factory strings are gauged 45, 65, 85, 105 and are optimized for the bass's tonal character and tuning stability.
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