ESP E-II RZK-IIF Richard ZK Burnt Fluence Guitar B-Stock
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Sound & Tone
Neck-thru alder and three-piece maple construction gives this guitar long sustain and a tight, clear low end that holds together under heavy gauge strings and drop tunings, helped by the 25.5" scale and 42mm locking nut. The Fishman Fluence Richard Z Signature set pairs a Modern alnico neck pickup for warm, articulate cleans and leads with a Modern ceramic bridge for cutting, aggressive high-gain attack, and the pull-volume voice switching lets you jump between two distinct voicings on each pickup. It suits industrial, modern metal and hard rock players who need both clean dynamics and saturated rhythm tones, with a Floyd Rose Original on hand for vibrato work.
ESP E-II RZK-II Burnt Fluence Guitar
The E-II RZK-II Burnt is a neck-thru instrument engineered for tracking aggressive material and extreme downtuning applications. Its distressed finish with intentional burn marks and gouges delivers visual character while the extended 25.5" scale and thin U-contoured neck provide comfortable access and stability for both standard and drop tunings, critical for capturing consistent performance takes across long sessions.
Build & Materials
Constructed at the ESP factory in Japan using an alder body and three-piece maple neck in full neck-thru-body design, this guitar achieves excellent sustain and tonal clarity—essential for maintaining articulation and definition when layering tracks in dense arrangements. The rosewood fingerboard features 24 extra-jumbo frets with white binding, while the 305mm radius and 42mm locking nut support both heavy gauge and downtuned strings without compromising playability, allowing players to dial in precise intonation across multiple tuning systems within a single session.
Tone & Electronics
The Fishman Fluence Richard Z Signature Series pickup set delivers versatile modern tones through a hybrid magnet configuration: Modern alnico in the neck for warm articulation and Modern ceramic in the bridge for aggressive presence. Both pickups feature brushed stainless steel covers and include a pull-volume voice-switching function, allowing seamless toggling between two distinct voicings during recording—ideal for capturing clean dynamics on one pass and saturated distortion tones on another without swapping instruments or reprogramming gain structure.
Key Features
- Neck-thru-body construction with alder body and three-piece maple neck
- 25.5" scale length optimized for downtuning
- 24 extra-jumbo frets on rosewood fingerboard with white binding
- Distressed and burnt finish with authentic wear marks
- Fishman Fluence Richard Z Signature Modern alnico neck pickup with brushed stainless cover
- Fishman Fluence Richard Z Signature Modern ceramic bridge pickup with brushed stainless cover
- Pull-volume voice-switching on both pickups for dual tonal options
- Floyd Rose Original tremolo for sustained vibrato effects
- Gotoh tuners with ESP strap locks
- Active electronics with volume and toggle switch layout
- Thin U neck contour and 305mm fingerboard radius
- 42mm locking nut
Built to withstand the demands of heavy music production and designed to honor the signature sound of Richard Z. Kruspe, this instrument combines professional-grade hardware, dual-voice active pickups, and an extended scale in a striking aesthetic that delivers both studio-ready tone and tracking flexibility.
As a B-Stock instrument it carries a minor factory cosmetic blemish — a small finish mark with no effect on playability, tone or structure — which is why it sells for less than a first-quality unit. The exact blemish varies from unit to unit, so it is not described or pictured here; photos show the model, not the individual unit. It is new, unplayed and covered by the full manufacturer warranty.
More Information
| Condition | Refurbished |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
| Neck Construction | Neck-Thru-Body |
| Country of Manufacture | Japan |
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Specifications
| Body Style | Single Cutaway |
|---|---|
| Scale Length | 25.5" Scale |
| Frets | 24 Frets |
| Fretboard | Rosewood |
| Neck Wood | Maple |
| Neck Construction | Neck-Thru-Body |
| Pickups | Active HH |
| Bridge | Floyd Rose Original |
| Strings | 6 |
| Orientation | Right handed |
| Model Year | 2025 |
| Made In | Japan |
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Djent
- ✓ Drop Tunings
- ✓ Hard Rock
- ✓ Extended Range
Not the best pick for
- – Jazz
- – Folk
- – Country
Skill level: Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What does B-Stock mean?
B-Stock means the guitar is new and unplayed with a minor factory cosmetic blemish—such as a small finish mark—that has no effect on playability, tone, or structure. The exact blemish varies by unit and is not pictured; the guitar carries the full manufacturer warranty and sells for less than a first-quality unit.
What tunings and styles is this guitar built for?
The RZK-II is optimized for metal, djent, hard rock, and drop tunings. Its 25.5" extended scale, 42mm locking nut, and heavy-gauge string capability support extremely low tunings without sacrificing playability or intonation stability.
How do the Fishman Fluence pickups work, and can I switch tones live?
Both the neck (Modern alnico) and bridge (Modern ceramic) pickups feature a pull-volume voice-switching function that lets you toggle between two distinct voicings on the fly—perfect for moving from clean dynamics to saturated distortion without touching any other controls.
Is the neck comfortable for fast playing and extended ranges?
Yes. The thin U-contoured neck and 305mm fingerboard radius are designed for comfort during aggressive and fast playing, while the 24 extra-jumbo frets on a rosewood fingerboard with white binding provide excellent access and visibility across the entire range.
What does neck-thru construction offer?
The neck-thru-body design (alder body with three-piece maple neck) delivers excellent sustain, tonal clarity, and structural integrity—critical for heavy downtuned riffs and sustained high-gain tones.
Do I pay sales tax on this order?
We collect sales tax only on orders shipped to California. Orders shipped to any other US state are charged $0 sales tax at checkout when you buy direct from our website. Marketplaces such as eBay, Reverb and Amazon collect sales tax in nearly every state as marketplace facilitators no matter who the seller is, so the same item at the same price costs less bought direct. Free US shipping and 30-day returns are included. Some states ask buyers to self-report use tax on out-of-state purchases.
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