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ESP LTD Eclipse '87 Electric Guitar Pearl White B-Stock vs ESP LTD M-1 Custom 87 Guitar Dark Metallic Purple B-Stock
The Eclipse '87 is a vintage-styled, warm-toned workhorse suited to classic hard rock and studio sessions, while the M-1 Custom '87 is built for modern high-gain metal and djent with articulate, bright punchy character. Choose the Eclipse for versatile rock tones and aesthetic appeal; choose the M-1 for aggressive modern metal playing and responsive electronics.
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ESP LTD Eclipse '87 Electric Guitar Pearl White B-Stock
ESP LTD M-1 Custom 87 Guitar Dark Metallic Purple B-Stock
Specs side by side
| ESP LTD Eclipse '87 Electric Guitar Pearl White B-Stock | ESP LTD M-1 Custom 87 Guitar Dark Metallic Purple B-Stock | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $959.20 | $959.20 |
| Brand | ESP LTD | ESP LTD |
| Series | LTD EC | LTD M |
| Body | — | SG Style |
| Body Type | Solid | Solid |
| Scale | 24.75" Scale | 25.5" Scale |
| Strings | 6 | 6 |
| Frets | 24 Frets | 24 Frets |
| Fretboard | Ebony | Ebony |
| Neck | Maple | Maple |
| Pickup Configuration | — | HH |
| Bridge | Tremolo | Tremolo |
| Year | 2020 | 2023 |
| Condition | Refurbished | Refurbished |
Why choose ESP LTD Eclipse '87 Electric Guitar Pearl White B-Stock
- ✓ Seymour Duncan '59 and JB pickups deliver warm, classic rock and metal voicing
- ✓ Coil-split push-pull control adds tonal flexibility across clean to driven tones
- ✓ Thin U neck contour and 24.75" scale feel comfortable and familiar to traditionalists
- ✓ Pearl White finish with vintage aesthetic appeals to classic hard-rock players
Why choose ESP LTD M-1 Custom 87 Guitar Dark Metallic Purple B-Stock
- ✓ High-output TB-6 Distortion pickup excels at modern metal and djent articulation
- ✓ EMG PA-2 mini boost switch and coil-split provide dynamic responsiveness
- ✓ Alder body creates bright, punchy, cut-through tones ideal for dense mixes
- ✓ Extra thin U neck contour minimizes fatigue during extended heavy-playing sessions
Frequently asked questions
Which guitar is better for metal?
Both handle metal, but the M-1 Custom '87 is purpose-built for modern metal and djent with its high-output TB-6 pickup and bright alder body that cuts through dense mixes. The Eclipse '87 excels at classic metal and hard rock with warmer, more vintage voicing.
What's the main difference in pickups?
The Eclipse '87 uses Seymour Duncan '59 (neck) and JB (bridge) for warm, classic tones. The M-1 Custom '87 pairs a high-output Seymour Duncan TB-6 Distortion bridge pickup with an EMG PA-2 mini boost switch for articulate, responsive high-gain performance.
Are the neck profiles different?
Both feature thin U contour necks, but the M-1 Custom '87 is advertised as extra thin specifically to minimize hand fatigue during extended sessions. The Eclipse '87 emphasizes comfort and natural feel with its thin U design.
Which offers more tonal flexibility?
Both include coil-split via push-pull controls and Floyd Rose 1000 tremolos. The M-1 Custom '87 adds the EMG PA-2 mini boost switch for added dynamic responsiveness, while the Eclipse '87 keeps electronics simpler with passive configuration.