ESP LTD AW-XJ7 Baritone EverTune Electric Guitar in Black Open Grain S
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- Brand new in original box
- Full ESP LTD manufacturer's warranty
- Free shipping in the continental US
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- SKU
- LAWXJ7BETOGBLKS
- Color
- Black
. Description
Sound & Tone
The 27" baritone scale and swamp ash body give this seven-string a tight, clear low end with strong sustain, while the five-piece maple/walnut/padauk neck and Macassar ebony fingerboard add snap and note separation that keeps low tunings from turning muddy. The single DiMarzio D-Activator 7 in the bridge position pushes a focused, high-output voice suited to palm-muted riffing and aggressive lead work, and its push/pull coil split thins things out for cleaner, more open passages. With the EverTune bridge holding pitch through heavy playing, it's aimed squarely at metal, progressive, and other extended-range styles where tuning stability and low-register definition matter most.
ESP LTD AW-XJ7B/EVERTUNE/OPEN GRAIN/BLACK SATIN 7-String Baritone Guitar
This 27" baritone 7-string delivers responsive, balanced tracking across its extended range, with a swamp ash body engineered for clarity and sustain in recording contexts. The five-piece maple/walnut/padauk neck provides stability and consistent feel session to session, while the Macassar ebony fingerboard offers both visual character and reliable fret-to-fret playability. Built for producers and engineers tracking extended range tunings and lower-register material, this instrument maintains articulation and definition even under aggressive tuning demands, capturing clean, defined tones in the studio.
Playability & Feel
The 48mm nut width and 400mm fingerboard radius establish a balanced feel suited to both fingerstyle and pick techniques across seven strings in a tracking environment. With 24 extra-jumbo stainless steel frets, string articulation stays clear and the fretboard accommodates varied playing approaches without compromise during overdubs and session work. The bolt-on construction ensures direct body-to-neck coupling for efficient sustain and reliable response take after take.
Tone & Electronics
The single DiMarzio D-Activator 7 passive pickup captures the full frequency range of the seven-string configuration with splittable voice via push/pull volume control, delivering tonal flexibility and adaptability to different mix scenarios without requiring additional pickups. The EverTune constant tension bridge locks pitch stability and tuning accuracy throughout extended recording sessions, eliminating the pitch drift common to traditional bridges on baritone instruments and reducing tuning maintenance between takes.
Key Features
- Bolt-on swamp ash body with Black Open Grain Satin finish
- Five-piece maple/walnut/padauk neck with Macassar ebony fingerboard
- 27" baritone scale length
- 48mm nut width
- 400mm fingerboard radius
- 24 extra-jumbo stainless steel frets
- 7-string configuration
- EverTune constant tension bridge
- Single DiMarzio D-Activator 7 passive pickup (splittable via push/pull volume control)
- Brushed black pickguard
- LTD locking tuners
- Includes ESP hardshell form fit case
This instrument combines extended range capability with modern bridge technology and established pickup engineering, making it well-suited for baritone tracking and mixing work across metal, progressive, and extended-range productions.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
| Neck Construction | Bolt-On |
| Country of Manufacture | South Korea |
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Specifications
| Scale Length | 27" Scale |
|---|---|
| Frets | 24 Frets |
| Fretboard | Ebony |
| Neck Wood | Maple |
| Neck Construction | Bolt-On |
| Strings | 7 |
| Orientation | Right handed |
| Made In | South Korea |
Who This Is For
| Best suited for | Metal, Progressive, Drop Tunings, Extended Range |
|---|---|
| Tonal character | Tight low end, articulate cleans, high output, full frequency range, aggressive character |
| Less specialized for | Jazz, Country, Folk (it will do it; instruments voiced for that style do it more easily) |
| Skill level | Intermediate / Advanced / Professional |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is EverTune bridge technology and why does it matter for baritone guitars?
EverTune is a constant tension bridge system that automatically maintains pitch stability across the strings, eliminating the pitch drift that traditional bridges can suffer on baritone instruments during aggressive tuning scenarios and extended playing sessions. On a 27-inch baritone scale, this keeps your tuning locked in across long recording or live sets without manual retuning.
Does this guitar come with one pickup or two?
The AW-XJ7 features a single DiMarzio D-Activator 7 passive pickup in the bridge position. The push/pull volume control allows you to split the pickup voice for tonal flexibility without requiring a second pickup.
What tunings and genres is this guitar designed for?
The AW-XJ7 is purpose-built for metal, progressive, and drop-tuning applications where the extended 27-inch baritone scale and EverTune bridge deliver the low-end stability and articulation those styles demand. It is not optimized for jazz, country, or folk playing.
What skill level do I need to play this guitar effectively?
The AW-XJ7 is designed for intermediate, advanced, and professional players. The 7-string baritone configuration, 48mm nut width, and extended range require experience with multi-string extended-range instruments to access its full playability and tonal potential.
What woods are used in the neck and body?
The body is bolt-on swamp ash with a black open grain satin finish, and the neck is five-piece construction using maple, walnut, and padauk for structural stability. The fingerboard is Macassar ebony with 24 extra-jumbo stainless steel frets.
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 $154 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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