ESP E-II Arrow NT Electric Guitar Nebula Black Burst
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ESP E-II Arrow NT Electric Guitar Nebula Black Burst
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- SKU
- EIIARROWNTBMNBLKB
- Color
- Sunburst
. Description
Sound & Tone
The alder body with burled maple top and neck-thru hard maple construction gives long sustain and a firm, focused attack, while the 25.5" scale and ebony fingerboard keep low notes tight and high harmonics clear. Fishman Fluence Modern humbuckers cover a wide range: the alnico neck voice stays warm and articulate for leads and cleaner passages, and the ceramic bridge is compact and aggressive for high-gain rhythm, with push-pull switching adding a second voicing on each pickup. It suits metal, hard rock and technical playing, where fast riffing, tight palm mutes and cutting solo tones matter most.
ESP E-II Arrow NT Electric Guitar Nebula Black Burst
The E-II Arrow NT is engineered for studio recording and production work through its neck-thru-body construction and ultra-smooth ebony fingerboard with a fast 305mm radius. The thin U-contoured maple neck and satin finish on the back enable comfortable handling during long tracking sessions and overdub work. The striking Nebula Black Burst finish over burled maple adds visual character to your studio setup without compromising the instrument's recording-focused architecture.
Playability & Recording Stability
Neck-thru-body construction with a three-piece hard maple neck ensures superior sustain and rock-solid tuning stability across the 25.5" scale—essential for consistent takes and punch-in edits. The ebony fingerboard features 24 extra-jumbo stainless steel frets with a 305mm radius, delivering fast, responsive intonation suited for capturing clean rhythm tracks and nuanced lead performances. A 42mm bone nut and thin U contour provide a responsive platform for both precision work and dynamic playing dynamics in the studio.
Tone Shaping & Versatile Electronics
The Fishman Fluence Modern Humbuckers capture a full spectrum of tones—warm and articulate from the alnico neck pickup for smooth, detailed rhythm tracks, tight and aggressive from the ceramic bridge pickup for cutting leads and aggressive textures. The active electronics include push-pull volume controls that unlock a second voicing on each pickup, allowing you to access multiple tonal characters within a single take or session without changing instruments.
Key Features
- Body: Alder with Burled Maple Top
- Neck-Through Body construction with 3-piece Hard Maple neck
- Thin U Neck Contour
- Ebony Fingerboard with 305mm radius and Arrow inlays
- 24 Extra Jumbo Stainless Steel Frets
- 42mm Bone Nut
- 25.5" (648mm) Scale Length
- Fishman Fluence Modern Humbucker Alnico (Neck) and Ceramic (Bridge) pickups with dual voicing via push-pull
- Active Electronics: 1x Volume with Push/Pull and Toggle Switch
- Gotoh TOM Bridge with String-Thru Body design
- Gotoh Locking Tuners
- ESP Locking Strap Buttons
- Gloss Lacquer Nebula Black Burst finish with white neck and headstock bindings
- Black hardware throughout
The ESP E-II Arrow NT combines professional-grade construction, versatile electronics, and recording-focused design to deliver an instrument built for producers and engineers who demand exceptional performance and sonic flexibility in the studio.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
| Neck Construction | Neck-Thru-Body |
| Country of Manufacture | Japan |
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Specifications
| Body Style | Explorer |
|---|---|
| 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 | HH |
| Pickup Models | EMG 85 (neck), EMG 81 (bridge) |
| Bridge | Tune-O-Matic |
| Strings | 6 |
| Orientation | Right handed |
| Model Year | 2024 |
| Made In | Japan |
Who This Is For
| Best suited for | Metal, Progressive, Hard Rock, Studio Sessions, Live Performance |
|---|---|
| Tonal character | Warm articulate neck position, tight aggressive bridge, full spectrum versatility, high sustain, articulate cleans |
| Less specialized for | Folk, Traditional Jazz (it will do it; instruments voiced for that style do it more easily) |
| Skill level | Advanced / Professional |
Frequently Asked Questions
What skill level is this guitar designed for?
The E-II Arrow NT is built for advanced and professional players. Its fast 305mm fret radius, 24 extra-jumbo stainless-steel frets, and thin U-contoured neck suit technical lead work and demanding rhythm playing, making it ideal for experienced musicians tracking or performing metal, progressive, and hard-rock material.
What pickups does it have and can I change their voice?
It features Fishman Fluence Modern Humbuckers with alnico in the neck position (warm and articulate) and ceramic in the bridge (tight and aggressive). Active electronics with push-pull volume controls unlock a second voicing on each pickup, giving you four distinct tonal characters without swapping hardware.
Is the neck-thru construction really worth it?
Yes—neck-thru-body construction with a three-piece hard maple neck delivers superior sustain, rock-solid stability, and consistent intonation across the 25.5" scale. The ebony fingerboard and thin U contour with satin finish on the back create an instrument that feels locked in during extended playing and recording sessions.
What genres is this guitar best suited for?
The E-II Arrow NT excels in metal, progressive, hard rock, studio sessions, and live performance. Its full-spectrum tonal range and aggressive bridge pickup make it less ideal for folk or traditional jazz applications where warmer, more vintage voicings are typically preferred.
What hardware and appointments come standard?
The guitar includes a Gotoh TOM bridge with string-thru-body design, Gotoh locking tuners, a 42mm bone nut, and a gloss lacquer Nebula Black Burst finish with white neck and headstock bindings. All hardware is professional-grade and designed for live reliability and tonal transmission.
Do I pay sales tax on this order?
Sales tax is collected only on orders shipped to California; orders shipped to any other US state are not charged sales tax at checkout when you buy direct from our website. At a typical 7% rate that is an estimated $192 less at checkout than the same listed price on a marketplace, which collects sales tax as the facilitator in most states. Buyers remain responsible for any use tax their state applies. Free US shipping and 30-day returns are included.
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