ESP LTD ALEXI LAIHO ARROWHEAD 20TH ANNIV guitar
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- Full ESP LTD manufacturer's warranty
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- LALEXIARROWHEADSE
. Description
Sound & Tone
The single EMG HZ F-H2 passive humbucker keeps things tight and articulate under high gain, favoring clear note separation in fast tremolo riffing and cutting lead lines rather than warm vintage roundness. Neck-thru maple with alder wings and a macassar ebony fingerboard adds long sustain and a crisp attack, while the 25.5" scale keeps low tunings firm and defined. With scalloped upper frets and a double-locking Floyd Rose, it's aimed squarely at high-speed metal, legato and tapping runs, and dive-bomb vibrato work.
ESP LTD Alexi Laiho Arrowhead 20th Anniversary
This Alexi Laiho Arrowhead 20th Anniversary brings aggressive playability and lightning-fast responsiveness into the studio, engineered around the signature tonal and ergonomic demands of extreme metal production. The thin U-shaped neck and scalloped frets 19-24 enable rapid position shifts and tapping passages to be tracked with precision, while the neck-thru-body construction provides exceptional sustain and upper-fret access essential for layered lead work. The distinctive arrowhead body shape combines striking visual presence with genuine ergonomic advantage whether you're tracking seated or standing in the booth.
Design & Construction for Studio Performance
Built with neck-thru-body construction at a 25.5" scale, this instrument uses a three-piece maple neck paired with alder body wings for optimal resonance and structural stability across your recording sessions. The macassar ebony fingerboard features 24 extra-jumbo frets with scalloped frets 19-24, enabling precise intonation tracking and effortless legato articulation across the upper register during takes. Gold hardware and Grover tuners maintain tuning stability through long sessions, while the double-locking Floyd Rose 1000 bridge supports aggressive vibrato techniques without pitch drift—critical for maintaining tonal consistency across multiple takes and overdubs.
Pickup & Tonal Character
The guitar features a single EMG HZ F-H2 passive pickup with volume control, delivering tight, articulate tones suited to heavy rhythm tracking and high-gain lead layering in the mix. Visually distinctive, the instrument showcases a black finish with yellow bevels, a satin-finished neck with matching yellow bevel detailing, and the COBHC logo, making this 20th anniversary edition instantly recognizable both in the studio and on the stand.
Key Features
- Neck-thru-body construction with 25.5" scale length
- Three-piece maple neck with thin U-shaped profile
- Alder body wings with arrowhead shape
- Macassar ebony fingerboard with 24 extra-jumbo frets
- Scalloped frets 19-24 for enhanced legato playability
- Arrowhead-shaped pearloid inlays
- Double-locking Floyd Rose 1000 bridge
- Single EMG HZ F-H2 passive pickup with volume control
- Gold hardware with Grover tuners
- Black finish with yellow bevels and satin-finished neck
- COBHC logo detailing
- Includes deluxe ESP hardshell case
This 20th Anniversary Arrowhead combines signature Alexi Laiho specs with the build quality and reliability that define the ESP LTD lineup, delivering a serious tracking instrument for producers and engineers working in high-speed metal production and dynamic tonal expression across genres.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
| Neck Construction | Neck-Thru-Body |
| Country of Manufacture | South Korea |
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Specifications
| Scale Length | 25.5" Scale |
|---|---|
| Frets | 24 Frets |
| Fretboard | Ebony |
| Neck Wood | Maple |
| Neck Construction | Neck-Thru-Body |
| Bridge | Floyd Rose Licensed |
| Strings | 6 |
| Orientation | Right handed |
| Made In | South Korea |
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Thrash Metal
- ✓ Djent
- ✓ Hard Rock
- ✓ Extended Range
Not the best pick for
- – Jazz
- – Blues
- – Folk
Skill level: Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What skill level do I need to play this guitar?
This is an advanced to professional-level instrument designed for players with solid command of legato technique, position shifting, and high-speed rhythmic precision. The scalloped frets and thin U-shaped neck reward discipline and will expose sloppy phrasing; it is not beginner-friendly.
What pickup configuration does it have?
The Arrowhead features a single EMG HZ F-H2 passive pickup with a volume control, delivering tight articulation suited to heavy rhythm and high-gain lead work without muddiness.
How does the neck design support metal playing?
The three-piece maple neck with thin U-shaped profile and scalloped frets 19–24 enable precise intonation and effortless legato across the upper register. The arrowhead body shape provides unrestricted fret access for rapid position shifts, whether seated or standing.
Is the Floyd Rose bridge reliable for aggressive playing?
Yes; the double-locking Floyd Rose 1000 bridge supports aggressive vibrato techniques without pitch drift and pairs with gold hardware and Grover tuners to ensure tuning stability under extreme playing demands.
What genres is this guitar best suited for?
This guitar is purpose-built for metal, thrash metal, djent, hard rock, and extended-range playing. It is not designed for jazz, blues, or folk styles.
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