ESP E-II M-II Black Natural Burst Guitar B-Stock
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• Tiny round dot visible near the upper cutaway.
• 100% functionally perfect and includes full manufacturer warranty
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- SKU
- EIIMIIQMBLKNB-B
- Color
- Natural
. Description
Sound & Tone
The alder body with quilted maple top and set-thru maple neck gives this M-II a tight, focused voice, while the ebony fingerboard and 25.5" scale add snap and clear note separation. Direct-mounted Bare Knuckle Aftermath humbuckers push articulate highs and defined low end that hold up under high gain, making it a natural fit for modern rock and metal rhythm work and lead playing. The push-pull coil split thins things out for cleaner passages, and the Floyd Rose Original supports dive bombs and sustained tremolo phrasing without pitch drift.
ESP E-II M-II Black Natural Burst Guitar B-Stock
The E-II M-II delivers the tracking stability and tuning precision required for studio sessions and tracking. Its thin U-contoured neck and 24 extra-jumbo stainless steel frets across an ebony fingerboard enable fast, accurate performances across multiple takes. The aggressive black burst aesthetic pairs with rock-solid engineering—locking hardware and a Floyd Rose bridge maintain perfect intonation through layers of overdubs and re-amping work.
Recording Performance & Ergonomics
The three-piece maple neck with satin back finish and 305mm fingerboard radius provides the comfort and speed needed for extended recording sessions and detailed performance work. The 42mm locking nut and Floyd Rose Original double-locking bridge lock tuning tight through aggressive dive-bombing and tremolo articulation, critical for punch-in sections and layered part recording. The thin U neck contour reduces fatigue during detailed takes without compromising structural integrity—a production-ready instrument that maintains consistency through long studio days.
Tone & Recording Electronics
Direct-mounted Bare Knuckle Aftermath pickups with black Battleworn covers capture clear, punchy articulation that cuts through dense mixes with definition. Engineered for modern rock and metal production, these pickups deliver articulate highs and solid low-end definition that records cleanly across compression and saturation. The passive electronics eliminate noise floor concerns: volume and tone controls with a push-pull coil-splitting function expand your tonal palette across a single session—no batteries, no complications, no unwanted artifacts.
Key Features
- Set-thru construction at 25.5" scale with alder body
- Quilted maple body top with natural masked binding
- Translucent black natural burst finish with gold hardware accents
- White fully bound neck and matching-finish headstock
- Three-piece maple neck with satin back finish
- Ebony fingerboard with pearloid offset block inlays
- 24 extra-jumbo stainless steel frets, 305mm radius
- 42mm locking nut and thin U neck contour
- Floyd Rose Original double-locking bridge
- Gotoh locking tuners and ESP strap locks
- Bare Knuckle Aftermath pickups with push-pull coil splitting
Set-thru stability, premium pickups, and locking hardware combine to deliver the tuning consistency and mechanical reliability that studio tracking demands from ESP E-II tier instruments.
This specific B-Stock unit features a minor cosmetic imperfection: a tiny round dot located by the upper cutaway. This mark is purely superficial and has absolutely zero impact on the playability, tone, or structural integrity of the guitar. Acquire this premium ESP E-II M-II at a significant B-Stock discount while enjoying the confidence of full manufacturer warranty coverage.
More Information
| Condition | Refurbished |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
| Neck Construction | Neck-Thru-Body |
| Country of Manufacture | Japan |
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Specifications
| Body Wood | Alder |
|---|---|
| Top | Quilted Maple |
| 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 |
| Bridge | Tremolo |
| Strings | 6 |
| Orientation | Right handed |
| Model Year | 2024 |
| Made In | Japan |
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Hard Rock
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Live Performance
- ✓ Touring
- ✓ Extended Range
Not the best pick for
- – Jazz
- – Country
- – Folk
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What does B-Stock mean for this guitar?
B-Stock means the E-II M-II is fully functional with zero impact on playability, tone, or structural integrity; this unit has a minor cosmetic imperfection near the upper cutaway. All hardware, electronics, and fretwork are up to E-II standard.
How does the Floyd Rose bridge perform during hard playing and dive-bombing?
The Floyd Rose Original double-locking bridge paired with a 42mm locking nut and Gotoh locking tuners holds tuning rock-steady through aggressive playing, hard dives, and extended sets. ESP strap locks prevent tuning slip during gigs.
What pickup configuration does this guitar have?
Direct-mounted Bare Knuckle Aftermath pickups with push-pull coil-splitting electronics deliver articulate highs and solid low-end definition designed to cut through dense mixes. The passive signal path keeps operation simple and reliable without batteries.
Is this guitar suitable for jazz or blues?
The E-II M-II is purpose-built for hard rock and metal with high-output pickups and aggressive hardware tuning. It is not designed for jazz, country, or folk applications.
What is the neck profile and fingerboard radius?
The thin U-contoured three-piece maple neck has a satin back finish and accelerates fret access across a 305mm radius ebony fingerboard with 24 extra-jumbo stainless steel frets.
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