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ESP LTD ALEXI LAIHO SAWTOOTH 20TH ANNIV guitar B-Stock vs ESP LTD AS-1/FR/FM/LIME BURST guitar
The Alexi Laiho Sawtooth is a neck-thru shredder built for extreme metal speed and dive bombs, while the AS-1/FR/FM offers a more versatile platform balancing metal aggression with cleaner tones across multiple genres. Choose the Sawtooth if you live in thrash and djent; choose the AS-1 if you need flexibility between hard rock, prog, and studio work.
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ESP LTD ALEXI LAIHO SAWTOOTH 20TH ANNIV guitar B-Stock
Specs side by side
| ESP LTD ALEXI LAIHO SAWTOOTH 20TH ANNIV guitar B-Stock | ESP LTD AS-1/FR/FM/LIME BURST guitar | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $1,519.20 | $1,899.00 |
| Brand | ESP LTD | ESP LTD |
| Series | LTD Black Metal | — |
| Body | Explorer | — |
| Scale | 25.5" Scale | 24.75" Scale |
| Strings | 6 | 6 |
| Frets | 24 Frets | 22 Frets |
| Fretboard | Ebony | Ebony |
| Neck | Maple | Maple |
| Neck Construction | Neck-Thru-Body | Neck-Thru-Body |
| Pickup Configuration | H | HH |
| Bridge | Floyd Rose Original | Floyd Rose Licensed |
| Year | Unknown | Unknown |
| Condition | Refurbished | New |
Why choose ESP LTD ALEXI LAIHO SAWTOOTH 20TH ANNIV guitar B-Stock
- ✓ Scalloped frets 19–24 enable rapid-fire legato and extreme bending precision
- ✓ Neck-thru construction maximizes upper-fret sustain and access
- ✓ Thin U-shaped neck with satin finish reduces hand fatigue during marathon shred sessions
- ✓ Single passive EMG HZ humbucker cuts through dense mixes with clarity
Why choose ESP LTD AS-1/FR/FM/LIME BURST guitar
- ✓ Dual Seymour Duncan pickups with coil-tap provide tonal range from articulate cleans to saturated crunch
- ✓ 24.75" scale and U-contour neck balance speed with comfort for longer playing sessions
- ✓ Set-thru construction plus Flamed Maple top deliver both sustain and visual aesthetics
- ✓ Volume/Volume/Tone configuration grants independent pickup control for studio versatility
Frequently asked questions
Which is better for thrash metal and djent?
The Alexi Laiho Sawtooth. Its scalloped upper frets, thin neck, and neck-thru sustain are purpose-built for extreme technique. The AS-1 is capable but designed for broader versatility.
Can the AS-1 handle heavy metal just as well?
Yes—the dual Seymour Duncan pickups deliver controlled aggression suited to metal. However, it sacrifices the Sawtooth's scalloped frets and extreme speed ergonomics in exchange for tonal flexibility and comfort on longer sessions.
Which neck is faster for shredding?
The Alexi Laiho Sawtooth. Its thin U-shaped satin-finish neck and scalloped frets 19–24 prioritize access and rapid position shifts. The AS-1's U-contour neck is more comfortable for extended play but not optimized for speed.
Which is more versatile tonally?
The AS-1/FR/FM. Two pickups with coil-tap and independent volume control let you dial from bright cleans to saturated drive. The Sawtooth's single passive humbucker commits to one aggressive voice.