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ESP LTD MIRAGE DELUXE '87 Guitar Snow White B-Stock vs ESP LTD PHOENIX-1000 Lefty Guitar Vintage White B-Stock
The MIRAGE DELUXE '87 is a right-handed speed machine with a Floyd Rose tremolo and bright alder tone, ideal for metal and hard rock players who need aggressive whammy bar capability. The PHOENIX-1000 Lefty is a neck-thru mahogany instrument built for left-handed players seeking warm sustain, tonal versatility, and studio-grade stability across rock, metal, and blues.
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ESP LTD MIRAGE DELUXE '87 Guitar Snow White B-Stock
ESP LTD PHOENIX-1000 Lefty Guitar Vintage White B-Stock
Specs side by side
| ESP LTD MIRAGE DELUXE '87 Guitar Snow White B-Stock | ESP LTD PHOENIX-1000 Lefty Guitar Vintage White B-Stock | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $959.20 | $959.20 |
| Brand | ESP LTD | ESP LTD |
| Series | LTD Mirage | LTD Phoenix |
| Body | Single Cutaway | Single Cutaway |
| Body Type | Solid | Solid |
| Scale | 25.5" Scale | 25.5" Scale |
| Strings | 6 | 6 |
| Frets | 22 Frets | 22 Frets |
| Fretboard | Ebony | Ebony |
| Neck | Maple | Mahogany |
| Neck Construction | Bolt-On | — |
| Bridge | Tremolo | Fixed |
| Year | 2023 | 2023 |
| Condition | Refurbished | Refurbished |
Why choose ESP LTD MIRAGE DELUXE '87 Guitar Snow White B-Stock
- ✓ Floyd Rose 1000 tremolo for aggressive whammy bar effects and dive bombs
- ✓ Bright, articulate alder body with defined attack—ideal for cut-through metal tones
- ✓ Extra thin maple neck and extra jumbo frets optimized for high-speed lead work
- ✓ Seymour Duncan Hot Rail and TB-6 pairing with coil splits for dynamic textures
Why choose ESP LTD PHOENIX-1000 Lefty Guitar Vintage White B-Stock
- ✓ Neck-thru mahogany construction maximizes sustain and resonance for professional studio use
- ✓ Left-handed configuration with reverse headstock—essential for left-handed players
- ✓ Warm, full-bodied mahogany tone balances vintage character with modern high-output aggression
- ✓ TonePros locking bridge and LTD locking tuners provide rock-solid intonation stability
Frequently asked questions
Which guitar is better for metal?
Both excel in metal, but the MIRAGE DELUXE '87 is optimized for the genre with its bright alder body, high-output TB-6 bridge pickup, and Floyd Rose tremolo for signature metal effects. The PHOENIX-1000 also handles metal well but leans toward versatility across rock, metal, and blues.
What's the key construction difference?
The MIRAGE DELUXE '87 uses bolt-on alder body construction for bright articulation and tonal definition. The PHOENIX-1000 employs neck-thru mahogany construction for maximum sustain, resonance, and tonal warmth—the hallmark of high-end studio instruments.
Can I get the PHOENIX-1000 in right-handed?
This listing is specifically for the left-handed configuration. The PHOENIX-1000 Lefty is designed for left-handed players with a reverse headstock; right-handed players should look for a standard PHOENIX-1000 model.
Which has better tuning stability?
The PHOENIX-1000 features TonePros locking bridge and LTD locking tuners for studio-grade stability. The MIRAGE DELUXE '87 uses locking hardware with the Floyd Rose 1000 system, which excels during tremolo use but adds complexity to tuning changes.