LPHX204DXREDB vs LSN201HTBLK — Compare
ESP LTD PHX-204DX RED BURST guitar vs ESP LTD SN-201 HT BLACK guitar
The PHX-204DX is a 4-string electric bass guitar built for funk, rock, and studio work, while the SN-201 HT is a 6-string electric guitar designed for metal and hard rock. Choose the bass if you play low-end grooves; choose the guitar if you need a versatile six-string for heavier genres.
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Specs side by side
| ESP LTD PHX-204DX RED BURST guitar | ESP LTD SN-201 HT BLACK guitar | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $549.00 | $549.00 |
| Brand | ESP LTD | ESP LTD |
| Series | LTD Phoenix | LTD SN |
| Scale | — | 25.5" Scale |
| Strings | 6 | 6 |
| Frets | — | 24 Frets |
| Fretboard | — | Rosewood |
| Neck | — | Maple |
| Neck Construction | — | Bolt-On |
| Bridge | — | String-Through Body |
| Year | Unknown | Unknown |
| Condition | New | New |
Why choose ESP LTD PHX-204DX RED BURST guitar
- ✓ Dual active pickups with dedicated tone controls for sculpting warm lows to bright highs
- ✓ Compact, lightweight design with thin roasted maple neck for comfortable extended sessions
- ✓ 34-inch scale and 21 extra-jumbo frets support precision bass work and low-end clarity
Why choose ESP LTD SN-201 HT BLACK guitar
- ✓ Single high-output humbucker with coil-split option delivers aggressive tone and tonal versatility
- ✓ String-thru-body bridge and mahogany construction maximize sustain for heavy riffs
- ✓ 24 extra-jumbo frets and thin U-profile neck enable fast, comfortable fretting across drop tunings
Frequently asked questions
Are these the same type of instrument?
No. The PHX-204DX is a 4-string electric bass guitar; the SN-201 HT is a 6-string electric guitar. They serve entirely different roles in a band or studio setup.
Which is better for beginners?
Both require intermediate or advanced skill. The SN-201 HT is slightly more forgiving for alternative tunings and drop tunings due to its single-pickup design, while the PHX-204DX demands bass-specific technique and ear training.
Can I use either for jazz or funk?
The PHX-204DX excels at funk with its punchy midrange and dual active pickups for tone shaping. The SN-201 HT is not ideal for jazz due to its aggressive character and is optimized for metal and hard rock instead.
How do the electronics differ?
The PHX-204DX has dual ESP SB-4 pickups with active volume, balance, and tone boost controls for maximum versatility. The SN-201 HT features a single ESP LH-150B humbucker with a push-pull coil-split for selecting between humbucker and single-coil voicings.