ESP SNAPPER/CTM/M/FM/SEE THRU BLACK guitar in Ctm Drift Wood Black W/b
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- Full ESP manufacturer's warranty
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. Description
Sound & Tone
Swamp ash and a bolt-on maple neck with maple fingerboard give this Snapper a bright, snappy foundation with clear note separation and long sustain, while the 25.5" scale keeps string tension firm and attack percussive. The Seymour Duncan Vintage Hot Stack Plus neck and middle single-coils cover glassy, articulate clean and edge-of-breakup territory, and the 59/Custom Hybrid humbucker at the bridge adds thicker midrange push and grit for overdriven rhythm and lead work. With the 5-way selector, mini toggle, and push-pull tone control expanding the pickup combinations, it suits players moving between funk and pop cleans, blues, classic rock and heavier modern styles on one instrument.
ESP Snapper CTM/M/FM in Drift Wood Black with Blue Filler
The ESP Snapper captures tonal clarity and responsive tracking across a wide variety of recording styles and mix contexts. Its thin U-profile neck and compound radius fingerboard enable precise articulation during tracking sessions—from controlled single-note passages to full chord voicings—without fatigue during long takes. This Custom Shop model pairs lightweight swamp ash construction with solid hardware and electronics engineered for studio accuracy and consistency, while the striking Drift Wood Black finish with blue filler provides distinctive visual character in the recording space.
Construction & Recording Response
Built with bolt-on swamp ash body and maple neck, the Snapper delivers the resonance and sustain characteristics that translate effectively to tape and digital recording while maintaining structural stability across session work. The compound 240-305mm radius fingerboard accommodates both flat voicings and aggressive bending without requiring technique compensation, enabling consistent capture across different playing approaches. The 42mm bone nut and thin U neck contour reduce hand fatigue during extended tracking sessions, while the 25.5" scale length provides traditional string tension and intonation stability that supports clean, reliable recording.
Tone Shaping & Studio Electronics
The H/S/S pickup configuration pairs Seymour Duncan Vintage Hot Stack Plus pickups in the neck and middle positions with a 59/Custom Hybrid bridge pickup, delivering flexible tonal range suitable for mixing versatility—from warm, articulate rhythm tones to aggressive lead textures. Passive electronics including volume control, tone with push-pull capacitance selection, 5-way pickup selector, and mini toggle switch provide straightforward tone sculpting during recording without unnecessary complexity, while the ESP Flicker-III bridge and Gotoh locking tuners ensure stable tuning across multiple takes and session work.
Key Features
- Swamp ash body with bolt-on maple neck construction
- Maple fingerboard with compound 240-305mm radius
- 22 XJ frets
- 42mm bone nut
- Thin U neck contour
- 25.5" scale length
- H/S/S pickup configuration: Seymour Duncan Vintage Hot Stack Plus (neck/middle) and 59/Custom Hybrid (bridge)
- Chrome hardware with Gotoh locking tuners and ESP Flicker-III bridge
- Passive electronics with volume, tone (push-pull for capacitance selection), 5-way pickup selector, and mini toggle switch
- Drift Wood Black finish with blue filler
- Includes deluxe hardshell case
This Custom Shop Snapper combines session-focused ergonomics, premium materials, and adaptable electronics into a cohesive tracking instrument ready for studio recording, multi-genre session work, or serious home-studio production.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
| Neck Construction | Bolt-On |
| Country of Manufacture | Japan |
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Specifications
| Scale Length | 25.5" Scale |
|---|---|
| Frets | 22 Frets |
| Fretboard | Maple |
| Neck Wood | Maple |
| Neck Construction | Bolt-On |
| Strings | 6 |
| Orientation | Right handed |
| Made In | Japan |
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Rock
- ✓ Hard Rock
- ✓ Blues
- ✓ Studio Sessions
- ✓ Live Performance
Not the best pick for
- – Metal
- – Djent
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What neck profile and fingerboard radius does the Snapper have?
The Snapper features a thin U-profile neck and a compound 240-305mm radius fingerboard that transitions smoothly from lead work to chord playing, reducing hand fatigue and accommodating both flat chording and aggressive bending.
What pickups are in this guitar and what tones can I get?
The Snapper uses Seymour Duncan Vintage Hot Stack Plus pickups in the neck and middle positions paired with a 59/Custom Hybrid bridge pickup. This H/S/S configuration delivers warm, articulate cleans, aggressive overdrive, and a versatile mid-range with punchy bridge tone.
Is this guitar suitable for metal or djent?
No—the Snapper is designed for rock, hard rock, and blues rather than metal or djent applications.
What hardware and tuning stability can I expect?
The Snapper includes Gotoh locking tuners and an ESP Flicker-III bridge with chrome hardware, engineered for reliable tuning stability during live performance and studio sessions.
What is included with this guitar?
The ESP Snapper CTM includes a deluxe hardshell case for protection and transport.
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