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ESP LTD EC-1000ET Evertune Guitar Bold Binding Black B-Stock vs ESP LTD EC-1000 Evertune Guitar Dark Brown Sunburst B-Stock
The EC-1000ET features EMG active pickups with dual independent volume controls and a maple cap body, ideal for metal and studio work requiring maximum aggression and tonal separation. The EC-1000 uses Seymour Duncan passive pickups with a quilted maple top, better suited for players seeking warm, versatile voicing across clean to crunch applications.
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ESP LTD EC-1000ET Evertune Guitar Bold Binding Black B-Stock
ESP LTD EC-1000 Evertune Guitar Dark Brown Sunburst B-Stock
Specs side by side
| ESP LTD EC-1000ET Evertune Guitar Bold Binding Black B-Stock | ESP LTD EC-1000 Evertune Guitar Dark Brown Sunburst B-Stock | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $1,039.20 | $1,039.20 |
| Brand | ESP LTD | ESP LTD |
| Series | LTD EC | LTD EC |
| Body | Single Cutaway | Single Cutaway |
| Body Type | Solid | Solid |
| Scale | 24.75" Scale | 24.75" Scale |
| Strings | 6 | 6 |
| Frets | 24 Frets | 24 Frets |
| Fretboard | Ebony | Ebony |
| Neck | Mahogany | Mahogany |
| Pickup Configuration | HH | HH |
| Bridge | Fixed | Fixed |
| Year | 2025 | 2022 |
| Condition | Refurbished | Refurbished |
Why choose ESP LTD EC-1000ET Evertune Guitar Bold Binding Black B-Stock
- ✓ EMG 60TW and 81 pickups deliver high-output aggression and saturated drive for metal
- ✓ Dual independent volume controls enable real-time pickup blending
- ✓ Push-pull coil-split on EMG 60TW adds single-coil tonal options
Why choose ESP LTD EC-1000 Evertune Guitar Dark Brown Sunburst B-Stock
- ✓ Seymour Duncan JB and Jazz pickups offer warm, detailed character with versatility
- ✓ Quilted maple top provides distinctive visual appeal
- ✓ Passive electronics are simpler, lower-maintenance alternative to active systems
Frequently asked questions
What's the main pickup difference?
The EC-1000ET uses active EMG pickups (high output, aggressive), while the EC-1000 uses passive Seymour Duncan pickups (warmer, more balanced). EMGs require a battery and are louder; Seymour Duncans are simpler and more organic-sounding.
Which is better for metal?
The EC-1000ET is more purpose-built for metal, with its EMG 81 bridge pickup designed specifically for saturated gain and articulate cleans through its coil-split option.
Are both B-stock models playable?
Yes. Both carry only minor cosmetic blemishes with no playability compromises, identical hardware, construction, and fretwork.
Which has better versatility?
The EC-1000 is more versatile across genres due to Seymour Duncan's balanced voicing, while the EC-1000ET is specialized for high-gain applications where EMG pickups excel.