ESP LTD EC-Black Metal Electric Guitar Black Satin B-Stock
Description
ESP LTD EC-Black Metal Electric Guitar Black Satin B-Stock
The ESP LTD EC-Black Metal captures aggressive, articulate tones with excellent sustain and harmonic clarity—ideal for tracking heavy riffs, metal, and high-gain material where tonal definition cuts through the mix. The contoured body and smooth satin finish ensure comfort during extended recording sessions, while the all-black aesthetic and aggressive Eclipse-style cutaway deliver punchy attack and deep resonance that rewards precise technique and translates clearly to tape.
Playability & Construction
The set-thru mahogany neck and body provide the stability and sustain essential for consistent take-to-take performance in the studio. The 24.75" scale length with 13.78" (350mm) radius establishes a familiar playing platform for standard tuning and technique, while the Macassar Ebony fingerboard resists fret wear and delivers smooth, fast playability. Glow-in-the-dark side markers provide essential fretboard navigation during low-light studio sessions and late-night overdub work.
Tone & Recording Character
A Seymour Duncan "Blackened" Black Winter pickup delivers aggressive output with controlled articulation across the frequency spectrum, translating heavy riffing into focused, defined recordings that sit well in dense mixes. LTD locking tuners and all-black hardware maintain tuning stability through aggressive playing, ensuring consistent tone across multiple takes while providing crushing distortion and surprising clean definition when dialing back drive for versatile session applications.
Key Features
- Mahogany body with set-thru mahogany neck construction
- Single-cutaway ESP Eclipse body shape
- Black Satin finish
- 24.75" scale length
- Macassar Ebony fingerboard with glow-in-the-dark side markers
- 13.78" (350mm) fretboard radius
- 1.65" (42mm) nut width
- Seymour Duncan "Blackened" Black Winter pickup
- LTD locking tuners
- All-black hardware and component finish
- B-Stock condition (minor cosmetic blemishes)
This B-Stock model offers the same construction, electronics, and playability as new inventory at a reduced price, making it an excellent choice for engineers and producers prioritizing function and tone over factory-fresh cosmetics.
This specific B-Stock unit features minor cosmetic imperfections consistent with light handling during storage or transit. These marks are purely superficial and have absolutely zero impact on the playability, tone, or structural integrity of the guitar. Acquire this premium ESP LTD EC-Black Metal electric at a significant B-Stock discount while maintaining complete confidence in your purchase with full manufacturer warranty coverage.
More Information
| Condition | Refurbished |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
| Country of Manufacture | South Korea |
Reviews
At a Glance
The ESP LTD EC-Black Metal captures dark, articulate metal tones with controlled articulation and deep resonance—ideal for recording heavy genres where tonal definition and sustain matter. The Seymour Duncan Blackened Black Winter pickup delivers aggressive output that sits well in dense mixes while maintaining clarity, and the stable mahogany set-thru construction ensures consistent tracking across multiple takes. This B-Stock model offers studio-quality tone and electronics at a reduced price, with only superficial cosmetic marks that have no bearing on recording performance.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Hard Rock
- ✓ Djent
- ✓ Drop Tunings
Not the best pick for
- – Jazz
- – Folk
- – Country
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What does B-Stock mean?
B-Stock means the guitar is fully functional with the same construction, electronics, and playability as new inventory, but features minor cosmetic imperfections from light handling during storage or transit. These marks are purely superficial and have zero impact on tone, playability, or structural integrity.
Is this guitar suitable for standard tuning, or is it only for drop tunings?
The 24.75" scale length and 13.78" radius fingerboard work well for both standard and drop tunings. The guitar is optimized for metal and hard rock, but its familiar playing field accommodates a range of tuning styles.
What pickup is in this guitar?
The ESP LTD EC-Black Metal features a Seymour Duncan Blackened Black Winter pickup, which delivers aggressive output and controlled articulation across the frequency spectrum for crushing distortion and surprising clean definition.
What is the fretboard material and how does it perform?
The Macassar Ebony fingerboard resists fret wear and delivers smooth, fast playability. It includes glow-in-the-dark side markers for fretboard navigation in dim stage or studio settings.
How does this guitar compare to the ESP LTD EC-1000?
The EC-Black Metal shares the same mahogany construction and set-thru neck design as the EC-1000, delivering excellent sustain and stability. This model is specifically voiced for aggressive high-gain applications with dark, articulate tones optimized for metal and hard rock.
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