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ESP LTD EC-401 Olympic White Guitar B-Stock vs ESP LTD Surveyor '87 Lefty Electric Bass Black
The EC-401 is a solid-body electric guitar designed for rock and metal with aggressive, high-output tone, while the Surveyor '87 is a left-handed bass guitar built for jazz, funk, and studio work with warm vintage character. Choose the EC-401 if you play guitar and need modern rock/metal aggression; choose the Surveyor '87 if you play bass and want classic precision-style tones.
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ESP LTD Surveyor '87 Lefty Electric Bass Black
Specs side by side
| ESP LTD EC-401 Olympic White Guitar B-Stock | ESP LTD Surveyor '87 Lefty Electric Bass Black | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $799.20 | $999.00 |
| Brand | ESP LTD | ESP LTD |
| Series | LTD EC | — |
| Body Type | Solid | Solid |
| Scale | — | 34" Scale |
| Strings | 6 | 4 |
| Frets | — | 21 Frets |
| Fretboard | Rosewood | Ebony |
| Neck | — | Maple |
| Bridge | Fixed | Fixed |
| Year | Unknown | 2023 |
| Condition | Refurbished | New |
Why choose ESP LTD EC-401 Olympic White Guitar B-Stock
- ✓ Set-neck mahogany construction delivers sustained resonance ideal for rock and metal
- ✓ EMG active pickups provide high output, low noise, and articulate clarity for lead playing
- ✓ Earvana compensated nut improves intonation across the fretboard, especially lower strings
- ✓ B-stock pricing offers significant savings with identical tone quality to new models
Why choose ESP LTD Surveyor '87 Lefty Electric Bass Black
- ✓ Left-handed configuration with 34-inch scale provides proper ergonomics for southpaw players
- ✓ Seymour Duncan Vintage P and Jazz pickups deliver authentic warm vintage bass tone
- ✓ Alder body and maple neck ensure stable tuning and natural sustain for responsive playing
- ✓ Macassar ebony fingerboard with 21 extra-jumbo frets accommodates both smooth legato and aggressive playing
Frequently asked questions
Are these two instruments comparable in any way?
No—one is a guitar and one is a bass guitar, so they serve completely different instruments and players. The EC-401 suits guitarists playing rock and metal; the Surveyor '87 suits bass players in jazz and funk genres.
What makes the EC-401's B-stock designation a good value?
B-stock reflects cosmetic grading only, not sound quality. The guitar is unplayed and has identical tone to new A-stock models, so you save money without compromising acoustically.
Why is the Surveyor '87 specifically designed for left-handed players?
The entire bass—body shape, neck placement, pickup and control orientation, and hardware—is configured for left-handed playing. A right-handed player cannot comfortably use this instrument.
Which instrument is better for beginners?
Both are labeled intermediate to advanced and professional skill level. The EC-401's thin U-shaped neck and fast fretboard suit faster playing styles, while the Surveyor '87's 34-inch scale and extra-jumbo frets are standard bass dimensions that support precision intonation.