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ESP LTD M-Black Metal Electric Guitar Black Satin B-Stock 0616 vs ESP LTD Phoenix Black Metal Electric Guitar Black Satin B-Stock
The M-Black Metal prioritizes raw speed and aggression with a thinner neck and dedicated high-gain pickup, while the Phoenix Black Metal offers switchable active/passive voicing and tonal versatility through its Fishman Fluence system. Choose the M-Black for pure metal shred and drop-tuning brutality; choose the Phoenix if you want modern tone-shaping flexibility and slightly more ergonomic sustain.
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ESP LTD M-Black Metal Electric Guitar Black Satin B-Stock 0616
ESP LTD Phoenix Black Metal Electric Guitar Black Satin B-Stock
Specs side by side
| ESP LTD M-Black Metal Electric Guitar Black Satin B-Stock 0616 | ESP LTD Phoenix Black Metal Electric Guitar Black Satin B-Stock | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $879.20 | $879.20 |
| Brand | ESP LTD | ESP LTD |
| Series | LTD Black Metal | LTD Phoenix |
| Body | Single Cutaway | — |
| Body Type | Solid | Solid |
| Scale | — | 25.5" Scale |
| Strings | 6 | 6 |
| Frets | — | 22 Frets |
| Fretboard | Ebony | Ebony |
| Neck | — | Mahogany |
| Neck Construction | — | Neck-Thru-Body |
| Pickup Configuration | Active HH | H |
| Bridge | Tremolo | Fixed |
| Year | 2018 | 2020 |
| Condition | Refurbished | Refurbished |
Why choose ESP LTD M-Black Metal Electric Guitar Black Satin B-Stock 0616
- ✓ Extra-thin U neck contour and 25.5" scale optimized for lightning-fast lead work
- ✓ Seymour Duncan Blackened Black Winter pickup delivers crushing articulation in extreme high-gain
- ✓ Floyd Rose 1000 bridge provides dynamic range and tuning stability for aggressive playing
- ✓ Direct passive signal path keeps tone responsive to playing dynamics
Why choose ESP LTD Phoenix Black Metal Electric Guitar Black Satin B-Stock
- ✓ Fishman Fluence Modern Humbucker with push-pull active/passive switching for real-time tonal shaping
- ✓ Mahogany neck and body construction provides warm, sustained resonance
- ✓ TonePros locking bridge and LTD locking tuners ensure stable tuning
- ✓ Glow-in-the-dark fretboard markers enhance visibility in dark stage environments
Frequently asked questions
Which guitar is better for drop tunings and extended range playing?
Both feature 25.5" scale length suitable for drop tunings, but the M-Black Metal's extra-thin neck and Floyd Rose bridge give it a slight edge for aggressive drop-tuning applications and extreme downtuning stability.
What is the main tonal difference between the pickups?
The M-Black uses a dedicated Seymour Duncan Blackened Black Winter for pure high-gain definition and articulation, while the Phoenix's Fishman Fluence Modern offers switchable active and passive modes, giving you two distinct tonal characters from one pickup.
How do the neck profiles compare for playability?
The M-Black features an extra-thin U contour prioritized for speed across all registers, while the Phoenix has a standard thin U contour that balances speed with slightly more comfort during extended sessions.
Why would someone choose the Phoenix if the M-Black seems more aggressive?
The Phoenix's switchable active/passive voicing via push-pull control lets you adapt tone on-the-fly between modern articulation and warm passive character without re-picking or pausing, making it better for progressive and genre-blending setlists.