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ESP LTD ALEXI-200/BLK guitar vs ESP LTD MH-350FR Guitar In Dark Brown Sunburst B-Stock
The Alexi-200 is a signature model optimized for extreme metal and drop tunings with a passive pickup and bolt-on construction, while the MH-350FR is a neck-through workhorse with active EMG pickups designed for gigging and versatile modern metal. Choose the Alexi-200 if you prioritize signature playability and warm articulation for tuning extremes; pick the MH-350FR if you need stage reliability, higher output, and sustained touring performance.
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ESP LTD MH-350FR Guitar In Dark Brown Sunburst B-Stock
Specs side by side
| ESP LTD ALEXI-200/BLK guitar | ESP LTD MH-350FR Guitar In Dark Brown Sunburst B-Stock | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $799.00 | $599.00 |
| Brand | ESP LTD | ESP LTD |
| Series | — | LTD MH |
| Body | Single Cutaway | — |
| Body Type | Solid | Solid |
| Scale | 25.5" Scale | 25.5" Scale |
| Strings | 6 | 6 |
| Frets | 24 Frets | 24 Frets |
| Fretboard | Rosewood | Rosewood |
| Neck | Maple | Maple |
| Neck Construction | Bolt-On | Neck-Thru-Body |
| Pickup Configuration | — | Active HH |
| Bridge | Floyd Rose Licensed | Floyd Rose Licensed |
| Year | Unknown | 2013 |
| Condition | New | Refurbished |
Why choose ESP LTD ALEXI-200/BLK guitar
- ✓ Signature model engineered by and for extreme metal specialists
- ✓ Roasted jatoba fingerboard and passive LH-301B pickup deliver warm yet punchy tone ideal for drop tunings
- ✓ Thin U-neck with 24 extra jumbo frets optimized for rapid shredding and speed techniques
Why choose ESP LTD MH-350FR Guitar In Dark Brown Sunburst B-Stock
- ✓ Neck-through construction provides superior sustain and tonal coherence for extended gigging
- ✓ EMG 81/85 active humbuckers deliver high output and articulate aggression suited to modern metal and progressive styles
- ✓ B-stock pricing provides savings on a professional-grade touring instrument with quilted maple top aesthetics
Frequently asked questions
Which guitar works better for drop tunings?
The Alexi-200 is explicitly engineered for drop tunings with its signature design and passive pickup tuned for that application. The MH-350FR can handle drop tunings but is designed more as a versatile gigging platform across modern metal and progressive styles.
What is the main construction difference?
The Alexi-200 uses bolt-on construction, which allows easy neck replacement and maintenance. The MH-350FR uses neck-through construction, which locks the neck into the body for enhanced sustain and tonal coherence but makes repairs more complex.
How do the pickups differ?
The Alexi-200 uses a passive ESP Designed LH-301B pickup delivering warm, direct tone without coloration. The MH-350FR uses active EMG 81 and 85 humbuckers providing higher output, more articulation, and greater punch suited to modern metal setlists.
Which is better for live touring?
The MH-350FR is purpose-built for touring with neck-through stability, proven EMG electronics, and B-stock pricing on a balanced, road-tested platform. The Alexi-200 excels in the studio and for focused metal projects but is less versatile for varied setlists.