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ESP LTD B-204/SpaltMpl/Fretless/NS bass vs ESP LTD B-204SM Left Handed Bass Guitar in Natural Stain Finish B-Stock
Product A is a fretless bass designed for jazz, funk, and studio precision; Product B is a left-handed fretted bass built for rock, metal, and genre versatility. Choose Product A if you play fretless and want intonation guides, or Product B if you're left-handed and need a traditional fretted instrument.
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ESP LTD B-204SM Left Handed Bass Guitar in Natural Stain Finish B-Stock
Specs side by side
| ESP LTD B-204/SpaltMpl/Fretless/NS bass | ESP LTD B-204SM Left Handed Bass Guitar in Natural Stain Finish B-Stock | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $649.00 | $559.20 |
| Brand | ESP LTD | ESP LTD |
| Body | Modern Bass | Precision Bass |
| Body Type | Solid | Solid |
| Scale | 34" Scale | — |
| Strings | 4 | 4 |
| Fretboard | Rosewood | Rosewood |
| Neck | Maple | — |
| Neck Construction | Bolt-On | — |
| Pickup Configuration | P/J | P/J |
| Bridge | String-Through Body | Fixed |
| Year | 2022 | 2023 |
| Condition | New | Refurbished |
Why choose ESP LTD B-204/SpaltMpl/Fretless/NS bass
- ✓ Fretless design with 24 fret markers for intuitive intonation reference
- ✓ Optimized for expressive, articulate fretless tone with warm resonance
- ✓ Roasted jatoba fingerboard specifically voiced for fretless articulation
- ✓ Extra thin U-neck minimizes hand fatigue during precision fretless work
Why choose ESP LTD B-204SM Left Handed Bass Guitar in Natural Stain Finish B-Stock
- ✓ Left-handed configuration for comfortable, natural playing position
- ✓ Fretted design with 24 XJ frets suits rock, metal, and multiple genres
- ✓ Flexible active 3-band EQ handles aggressive midrange bite and tight lows
- ✓ B-Stock pricing offers potential savings on a full-featured instrument
Frequently asked questions
What is the main functional difference between these two basses?
Product A is a fretless bass with 24 fret markers to guide intonation; Product B is a traditional fretted bass with 24 XJ frets. Fretless requires precise finger placement and intonation control, while fretted offers consistent pitch at marked positions.
Can a right-handed player use Product B?
No, Product B is specifically a left-handed bass. Product A is not specified as left-handed, making it suitable for right-handed players seeking a fretless instrument.
Are the electronics different between these two models?
Both feature a passive/active hybrid system with a 3-band EQ, ESP-designed SB-4N neck and SB-4B bridge pickups, and the same LTD BB-604 bridge. The tonal character differs due to fretless versus fretted construction, not electronics.
Which bass is better for beginners?
Neither is ideal for true beginners, as both are listed for intermediate to professional players. Product B's fretted design is more forgiving for intonation learning, while Product A's fretless requires advanced ear training and finger precision.