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ESP LTD EC-Black Metal Electric Guitar Black Satin B-Stock vs ESP LTD Surveyor '87 Lefty Electric Bass Black
The ESP LTD EC-Black Metal is a six-string electric guitar designed for heavy metal and high-gain applications, while the Surveyor '87 Lefty is a four-string bass guitar built for vintage-toned funk, jazz, and rock. Choose the EC-Black Metal if you play guitar and need aggression and sustain; choose the Surveyor '87 if you're a left-handed bassist seeking classic P-bass and Jazz-bass character.
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ESP LTD EC-Black Metal Electric Guitar Black Satin B-Stock
ESP LTD Surveyor '87 Lefty Electric Bass Black
Specs side by side
| ESP LTD EC-Black Metal Electric Guitar Black Satin B-Stock | ESP LTD Surveyor '87 Lefty Electric Bass Black | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $799.20 | $999.00 |
| Brand | ESP LTD | ESP LTD |
| Series | LTD Black Metal | — |
| Body | Single Cutaway | — |
| Body Type | Solid | Solid |
| Scale | 24.75" Scale | 34" Scale |
| Strings | 6 | 4 |
| Frets | 24 Frets | 21 Frets |
| Fretboard | Ebony | Ebony |
| Neck | Mahogany | Maple |
| Neck Construction | — | Bolt-On |
| Pickup Configuration | HH | — |
| Bridge | Fixed | Fixed |
| Year | 2021 | 2023 |
| Condition | Refurbished | New |
Why choose ESP LTD EC-Black Metal Electric Guitar Black Satin B-Stock
- ✓ Set-thru mahogany construction maximizes sustain and resonance for metal and djent
- ✓ Seymour Duncan Blackened Black Winter pickup delivers aggressive output with controlled clarity
- ✓ 24.75" scale with 13.78" radius suits standard tuning and heavy riffing technique
Why choose ESP LTD Surveyor '87 Lefty Electric Bass Black
- ✓ Authentic vintage Seymour Duncan P and Jazz pickup pairing for classic bass tones
- ✓ Left-handed bolt-on construction with 34" scale fits standard bass techniques
- ✓ 21 extra-jumbo frets and responsive alder-maple body enable both smooth legato and articulate slap
Frequently asked questions
Are these the same instrument?
No. The EC-Black Metal is a six-string electric guitar; the Surveyor '87 Lefty is a four-string electric bass. They are different instrument types designed for different roles.
What is the main tonal difference?
The EC-Black Metal produces dark, aggressive, high-gain tones suited to metal. The Surveyor '87 Lefty produces vintage-warm, articulate tones suited to funk, jazz, and rock. They serve opposite ends of the spectrum.
Is the Surveyor '87 Lefty suitable for metal or djent?
No. The Surveyor '87 is explicitly listed as not ideal for metal or djent; it is a vintage-voiced bass optimized for funk, jazz, and rock where punchy low-mids and clarity are priorities.
Which instrument requires more skill?
Both are rated for intermediate, advanced, and professional players. The EC-Black Metal rewards precise high-gain technique; the Surveyor '87 rewards dynamic bass articulation and responsiveness across multiple genres.