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ESP LTD H-200FM Electric Guitar Dark Brown Sunburst B Stock vs ESP LTD Surveyor-204DX Electric Guitar in Red Burst
The H-200FM is a solid-body electric guitar designed for rock, metal, and blues; the Surveyor-204DX is a 4-string bass guitar built for funk, studio, and gigging. These are completely different instruments—choose the H-200FM if you want to play guitar, and the Surveyor-204DX if you want to play bass.
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ESP LTD H-200FM Electric Guitar Dark Brown Sunburst B Stock
ESP LTD Surveyor-204DX Electric Guitar in Red Burst
Specs side by side
| ESP LTD H-200FM Electric Guitar Dark Brown Sunburst B Stock | ESP LTD Surveyor-204DX Electric Guitar in Red Burst | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $479.20 | $549.00 |
| Brand | ESP LTD | ESP LTD |
| Series | LTD H | — |
| Body Type | Solid | — |
| Scale | — | 34" Scale |
| Strings | 6 | 4 |
| Frets | — | 21 Frets |
| Fretboard | Jatoba | Rosewood |
| Neck | — | Maple |
| Neck Construction | — | Bolt-On |
| Bridge | Fixed | — |
| Year | 2018 | Unknown |
| Condition | Refurbished | New |
Why choose ESP LTD H-200FM Electric Guitar Dark Brown Sunburst B Stock
- ✓ Set-neck construction for superior sustain and resonant tone
- ✓ Flamed maple top with Dark Brown Sunburst finish looks premium
- ✓ 24 extra-jumbo frets and 25.5" scale suit lead work and speed playing
- ✓ B stock pricing offers savings with cosmetic-only flaws and 90-day warranty
Why choose ESP LTD Surveyor-204DX Electric Guitar in Red Burst
- ✓ Active electronics with flexible tone shaping (volume, balance, boost controls)
- ✓ 34" scale and thin U neck keep sessions fatigue-free
- ✓ Bolt-on construction and lightweight poplar body ideal for gigging and transport
- ✓ Articulate mids and punchy lows cut through in band mix and studio recording
Frequently asked questions
Why are these two products being compared?
They are not comparable as musical instruments—one is a 6-string electric guitar and the other is a 4-string bass guitar. They serve entirely different roles in a band or studio. A buyer should choose based on which instrument they actually play.
What is B stock, and does it affect the H-200FM's sound?
B stock means the guitar has cosmetic blemishes (finish marks, dents) but full playability and sound integrity. The 90-day warranty guarantees no tonal or structural defects, so sound quality is identical to new.
What's the key tonal difference between set-neck and bolt-on construction?
Set-neck (H-200FM) creates a more resonant, sustained tone with deeper harmonic character. Bolt-on (Surveyor-204DX) is more direct and punchy, favoring articulation over bloom—each suits its instrument's intended role.
Which instrument is better for a beginner?
The Surveyor-204DX lists beginner as a skill level; the H-200FM lists intermediate and up. However, skill fit depends on whether you're learning guitar or bass—choose the instrument you want to play first, then consider your experience level.