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ESP LTD MH-200 Electric Guitar in Black vs ESP LTD Phoenix-201 Electric Guitar in Black
The MH-200 is a bolt-on dual-humbucker guitar emphasizing aggressive, balanced tone and fast playability, while the Phoenix-201 is a set-neck single-bridge-pickup instrument prioritizing sustain and upper-fret access. Choose the MH-200 for versatile HH tone and tremolo expressiveness; choose the Phoenix-201 for maximum sustain, refined lead work, and coil-split flexibility.
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ESP LTD Phoenix-201 Electric Guitar in Black
Specs side by side
| ESP LTD MH-200 Electric Guitar in Black | ESP LTD Phoenix-201 Electric Guitar in Black | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $649.00 | $599.00 |
| Brand | ESP LTD | ESP LTD |
| Series | LTD MH | LTD Phoenix |
| Body | Single Cutaway | — |
| Body Type | Solid | — |
| Scale | 25.5" Scale | 25.5" Scale |
| Strings | 6 | 6 |
| Frets | 24 Frets | 22 Frets |
| Fretboard | Rosewood | Rosewood |
| Neck | Maple | Mahogany |
| Neck Construction | Bolt-On | Set-Neck |
| Bridge | Floyd Rose Licensed | Tune-O-Matic / Stopbar |
| Year | 2018 | Unknown |
| Condition | New | New |
Why choose ESP LTD MH-200 Electric Guitar in Black
- ✓ Dual humbuckers provide warm, articulate tone across metal, hard rock, and blues styles
- ✓ Floyd Rose tremolo system allows dynamic pitch manipulation and vibrato effects
- ✓ 24 extra-jumbo frets with thin-'U' neck enable aggressive lower-fret technique
- ✓ Simple vol/tone controls offer straightforward operation without menu-diving
Why choose ESP LTD Phoenix-201 Electric Guitar in Black
- ✓ Set-neck construction delivers superior upper-fret access and enhanced sustain
- ✓ Single bridge pickup with push-pull coil split provides focused tone and unexpected versatility
- ✓ Tune-o-matic bridge and tailpiece ensure rock-solid tuning stability without active systems
- ✓ Contemporary reverse headstock and refined aesthetic suit studio and live settings equally
Frequently asked questions
Which guitar has easier upper-fret access?
The Phoenix-201's set-neck construction provides superior upper-fret access and sustain compared to the MH-200's bolt-on design. This advantage matters most for lead players who spend time above the 20th fret.
Can either guitar do coil splits or pickup blending?
Only the Phoenix-201 includes a push-pull coil split on its volume control. The MH-200 has dual humbuckers but only a standard 3-way switch—no coil splits or blending options.
Which is better for tremolo and vibrato effects?
The MH-200 includes an LTD by Floyd Rose tremolo system for dynamic pitch bending and vibrato. The Phoenix-201 uses a fixed tune-o-matic bridge, so it cannot perform tremolo effects.
How do the fretboards differ?
The MH-200 has a roasted jatoba fingerboard with 24 frets on a 13.8-inch radius; the Phoenix-201 has a rosewood fingerboard with 22 frets on a 350mm (13.8-inch equivalent) radius. The MH-200 offers two extra frets for extended range.