ESP E-II Arrow Electric Guitar in Black Finish B-Stock
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- SKU
- EIIARROWBLK-B
- Color
- Black
. Description
ESP E-II Arrow Electric Guitar in Black Finish — B-Stock
The E-II Arrow delivers a thin, fast neck-thru-body design engineered for extended tracking and performance sessions in the studio. This aggressive V-style platform pairs a light alder body with a precisely voiced EMG pickup pairing, making it an excellent choice for capturing high-gain and modern rock tones with clarity and definition. The B-Stock condition reflects cosmetic handling only—the guitar's core construction and playability remain uncompromised.
Playability & Construction
Neck-thru-body construction anchors the 3-piece thin U-shaped maple neck directly through the body for maximum sustain and tonal coherence in recordings. The 305mm fingerboard radius and 24 extra-jumbo frets accommodate both aggressive picking and smooth legato work, while the 42mm locking nut and Gotoh locking tuners ensure reliable tuning stability across multiple takes and session applications.
Tone & Recording Capture
The active EMG 85 neck and EMG 81 bridge pickup configuration delivers high-output clarity and articulation across gain levels, translating to punchy, defined tracks that cut through dense mixes. The Floyd Rose Original bridge provides precise intonation and expressive whammy control, anchored by a 25.5" scale that yields tight, articulate note separation ideal for both rhythm and lead work.
Key Features
- Neck-thru-body construction for maximum sustain
- Light alder body with black gloss finish
- 3-piece thin U-shaped maple neck
- Ebony fretboard with 24 extra-jumbo frets
- 305mm fingerboard radius
- 25.5" scale length
- 42mm locking nut
- Gotoh locking tuners
- Floyd Rose Original bridge and tremolo
- Active EMG 85 (neck) and EMG 81 (bridge) pickups
- Black hardware throughout
- ESP strap locks included
This Japanese-made instrument combines the E-II line's premium build quality with proven electronics and bridge hardware, delivering professional-grade recording performance at a significant discount.
This specific B-Stock unit features minor cosmetic imperfections typical of showroom or handling marks on the finish. These marks are purely superficial and have absolutely zero impact on the playability, tone, or structural integrity of the guitar. Acquire this premium ESP E-II Arrow at a significant B-Stock discount while enjoying full manufacturer warranty coverage and the same exceptional build quality as new retail units.
More Information
| Condition | Refurbished |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
| Neck Construction | Neck-Thru-Body |
| Country of Manufacture | Japan |
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Specifications
| Body Style | Flying V |
|---|---|
| Body Wood | Alder |
| Scale Length | 25.5" Scale |
| Frets | 24 Frets |
| Fretboard | Ebony |
| Fingerboard Radius | 305mm |
| Nut Width | 42mm |
| Neck Wood | Maple |
| Neck Profile | Thin U |
| Neck Construction | Neck-Thru-Body |
| Pickups | Active HH |
| Pickup Models | EMG 85 Black (neck), EMG 81 Black (bridge) |
| Bridge | Tremolo |
| Strings | 6 |
| Orientation | Right handed |
| Made In | Japan |
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Hard Rock
- ✓ Djent
- ✓ Progressive
Not the best pick for
- – Jazz
- – Folk
- – Blues
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What does B-Stock mean for this guitar?
B-Stock indicates minor cosmetic handling marks or finish imperfections from showroom or handling—these are purely superficial and have zero impact on playability, tone, or structural integrity. The guitar carries full manufacturer warranty and is functionally identical to a new retail unit.
Is this guitar suitable for beginners?
No—the E-II Arrow is designed for intermediate, advanced, and professional players. Its thin fast neck, 24 extra-jumbo frets, and aggressive voicing suit metal, djent, and hard rock; it's not voiced for jazz, folk, or blues.
What pickups are in this guitar and how do they sound?
Active EMG 85 (neck) and EMG 81 (bridge) deliver high-output clarity with articulate cleans and punchy note separation under gain. The configuration is specifically tuned for modern high-gain contexts where defined attack and tight low end are essential.
How stable is the tuning with the Floyd Rose bridge?
The Floyd Rose Original bridge, combined with a 42mm locking nut and Gotoh locking tuners, provides reliable tuning stability even under heavy tremolo use—ideal for gigging and studio sessions where re-tuning downtime costs time and money.
What is the neck construction and how does it affect playability?
Neck-thru-body construction anchors a 3-piece thin U-shaped maple neck directly through the body for maximum sustain and tonal coherence. The 305mm fingerboard radius and 24 extra-jumbo frets accommodate both aggressive picking and smooth legato work, making it responsive across playing styles in high-gain genres.
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