ESP ECLIPSE/CTM/SILVER LIQ MET guitar
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Sound & Tone
The mahogany body with maple cap and set mahogany neck give this Eclipse a thick midrange and sustain, while the ebony fingerboard and 24.75" scale keep note attack crisp without losing warmth. The EMG HET SET active pickups push that foundation into tight, high-gain territory with controlled low end and clear note separation, so palm-muted riffing and fast lead runs stay defined under heavy distortion. It's aimed squarely at modern metal, hard rock, and heavy progressive playing, with the TonePros locking bridge and Gotoh locking tuners holding pitch through aggressive picking and low tunings.
ESP Eclipse Custom Electric Guitar Silver Liquid Metal Burst
The ESP Eclipse Custom delivers the refined playability and balanced weight distribution that define this iconic single-cutaway design. Its set-neck construction with thin U neck contour sits naturally in the hand, while the 24.75" scale and 305mm fingerboard radius create a responsive, articulate playing surface across all registers. Hand-crafted by ESP's master luthiers in Japan, this guitar combines meticulous construction with premium materials throughout—ideal for tracking and overdubbing in the studio with consistent feel and precision.
Playability & Construction
Built with a mahogany body and maple cap joined to a Honduras mahogany neck and ebony fingerboard, the Eclipse Custom provides structural integrity and tonal consistency essential for capturing clean, focused takes. The 22 XJ frets paired with a graphite nut and 42mm nut width ensure stable intonation across sessions and punch-ins, while Gotoh locking tuners and a TonePros locking TOM bridge with Gotoh tailpiece maintain tuning stability for seamless multi-take recording without drift.
Tone & Electronics
The EMG HET SET active pickups in both neck and bridge positions deliver clarity and punch with tight attack and clean low end—a combination that cuts through mixes with definition and sits naturally in dense production arrangements. The active electronics layout with dual volume, tone, and toggle switch controls provides responsive dynamics and tonal shaping for quick session adjustments, while the included Elixir Nanoweb Light strings (.010–.046) are already installed for immediate recording readiness.
Key Features
- Set-neck construction with mahogany body and maple cap
- Honduras mahogany neck with ebony fingerboard
- 24.75" scale, 305mm fingerboard radius
- Thin U neck contour and 42mm graphite nut
- 22 XJ frets with chrome hardware throughout
- Pair of EMG HET SET active pickups (brushed chrome)
- Active electronics with Vol/Vol/Tone/Toggle Switch layout
- Gotoh locking tuners, TonePros locking TOM bridge, and Gotoh tailpiece
- Schaller straplock and ESP strap locks
- Silver Liquid Metal finish
- Elixir Nanoweb Light strings pre-installed
- High-quality hardshell ESP form-fit case included
This Eclipse Custom combines time-tested design with premium hardware and active electronics—a professional-grade instrument built to perform consistently at the highest level, delivering articulate, punchy tone for rock, metal, and contemporary production work.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
| Neck Construction | Set-Neck |
| Country of Manufacture | Japan |
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Specifications
| Scale Length | 24.75" Scale |
|---|---|
| Frets | 22 Frets |
| Fretboard | Ebony |
| Neck Wood | Mahogany |
| Neck Construction | Set-Neck |
| Pickups | Active HH |
| Bridge | Tune-O-Matic / Stopbar |
| Strings | 6 |
| Orientation | Right handed |
| Made In | Japan |
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Hard Rock
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Progressive
- ✓ Studio Sessions
- ✓ Live Performance
Not the best pick for
- – Acoustic Folk
- – Traditional Jazz
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What skill level is this guitar designed for?
The Eclipse Custom is built for intermediate, advanced, and professional players. Its thin U neck contour and responsive 305mm fingerboard radius suit musicians comfortable with faster playing styles and technical passages across hard rock, metal, and progressive music.
What pickups come with this guitar and what tone do they deliver?
The guitar is equipped with a pair of EMG HET SET active pickups (neck and bridge). These deliver tight low end, high output, articulate cleans, punchy attack, and clear definition—ideal for contemporary hard rock and metal tones that need to cut through in live and studio settings.
Does this guitar come strung and ready to play?
Yes. Elixir Nanoweb Light strings (0.010–0.046) are pre-installed, and the guitar ships in a high-quality hardshell ESP form-fit case. You can take it out and play immediately with no additional setup required.
How does this compare to other single-cutaway guitars in its class?
The Eclipse Custom sits alongside the Gibson Les Paul Custom and Schecter C-1 Hellraiser as a premium option. It differentiates through Japanese hand-craftsmanship, active EMG pickups for tighter dynamics, locking hardware for enhanced tuning stability, and a thinner neck profile that appeals to modern playing styles.
What tuning stability features does this guitar have?
The Eclipse Custom includes Gotoh locking tuners, a TonePros locking TOM bridge, Gotoh tailpiece, and a graphite nut. This combination locks strings at the headstock and bridge, maintaining tuning stability during heavy playing, bending, and stage use.
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