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ESP LTD Exl-200 Electric Guitar in Black vs ESP LTD HEX-200 Nergal Electric Guitar Black Satin B-Stock
The EXL-200 is a set-neck Gibson-style instrument with a shorter 24.75" scale suited to rock and blues, while the HEX-200 Nergal is a bolt-on V-shaped design with a longer 25.5" scale, pickup splitting, and roasted jatoba fretboard optimized for metal and djent. Choose the EXL-200 for classic warm tones and smaller hands; pick the HEX-200 for extended range, split-coil flexibility, and aggressive modern metal.
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ESP LTD HEX-200 Nergal Electric Guitar Black Satin B-Stock
Specs side by side
| ESP LTD Exl-200 Electric Guitar in Black | ESP LTD HEX-200 Nergal Electric Guitar Black Satin B-Stock | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $699.00 | $559.20 |
| Brand | ESP LTD | ESP LTD |
| Series | LTD EX | — |
| Body | — | Other |
| Body Type | — | Solid |
| Scale | 24.75" Scale | 25.5" Scale |
| Strings | 6 | 6 |
| Frets | 22 Frets | 24 Frets |
| Fretboard | Rosewood | Jatoba |
| Neck | Maple | Maple |
| Neck Construction | Set-Neck | Bolt-On |
| Pickup Configuration | — | Active HH |
| Bridge | Tune-O-Matic / Stopbar | Fixed |
| Year | Unknown | 2023 |
| Condition | New | Refurbished |
Why choose ESP LTD Exl-200 Electric Guitar in Black
- ✓ Set-neck construction delivers enhanced sustain and resonance
- ✓ Shorter 629mm scale better for players with smaller hands
- ✓ Warm, natural articulation ideal for rock and blues
- ✓ Rosewood fingerboard with classic white dot inlays
Why choose ESP LTD HEX-200 Nergal Electric Guitar Black Satin B-Stock
- ✓ Longer 25.5" scale supports lower tunings and extended range
- ✓ Push-pull volume control enables single-coil split tones
- ✓ Roasted jatoba fretboard is stable and non-slip
- ✓ V-shaped body and bolt-on neck optimized for rapid lead work
Frequently asked questions
Which guitar is better for drop tunings and djent?
The HEX-200 Nergal. Its longer 25.5" scale length handles lower tunings more effectively, and the split-coil switching adds tonal range for modern metal textures. The EXL-200's shorter 24.75" scale is better suited to standard and slightly-lower rock tunings.
What's the main playability difference between set-neck and bolt-on construction?
The EXL-200's 3-piece maple set-neck offers greater sustain and resonance. The HEX-200's bolt-on neck provides snappier articulate response and easier fretboard access. Both use thin U profiles and 350mm radius for similar fast playability.
How do the pickups differ?
The EXL-200 has two identical ESP LH-301 passive humbuckers with a classic on-off switching arrangement. The HEX-200 pairs LH-301N and LH-301B pickups with a push-pull volume control that splits coils for single-coil textures, expanding tonal palette.
Which is better for smaller hands?
The EXL-200 is the better choice. Its 24.75" scale length reduces finger stretch, and the shorter reach is more comfortable for players with smaller hands. The HEX-200's 25.5" scale follows more conventional proportions.