ESP LTD AW-XJ7 Baritone EverTune Guitar in Black Open Grain Satin B-St
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- SKU
- LAWXJ7BETOGBLKS-B
- 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 that resonates with clarity and sustain for recording sessions. The five-piece maple/walnut/padauk neck provides stability and comfort, while the Macassar ebony fingerboard offers both aesthetic refinement and reliable playability. Built for producers and engineers working in extended range tunings and lower-register applications, this instrument maintains articulation and definition even when tracking aggressive material or layering complex arrangements.
Recording Setup & Playability
The 48mm nut width and 400mm fingerboard radius create a balanced setup suitable for both fingerstyle and pick tracking across seven strings. With 24 extra-jumbo stainless steel frets, string articulation remains clear and precise for recording takes, while the fretboard accommodates various playing techniques without compromise. The bolt-on construction ensures direct body-to-neck coupling for efficient energy transfer and sustain that translates clearly through your mix.
Tone & Signal Path
The single DiMarzio D-Activator 7 passive pickup captures the full frequency range of the seven-string configuration with a splittable voice via push/pull volume control, giving you tonal flexibility across rhythm and lead tracking without requiring additional pickups. The EverTune constant tension bridge maintains pitch stability and tuning accuracy across extended recording sessions, eliminating the pitch drift common to traditional bridges on baritone instruments—critical for layered tracking and post-production work.
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 with push/pull splittable 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 ideal for tracking baritone work across metal, progressive, and extended-range applications in the home studio.
This specific B-Stock unit features minor cosmetic imperfections typical of floor inventory or return processing. These marks are purely superficial and have absolutely zero impact on the playability, tone, or structural integrity of the guitar. The Evertune bridge, 7-string configuration, and all hardware function flawlessly, making this an exceptional opportunity to acquire a premium ESP LTD instrument at a significant B-Stock discount while maintaining full manufacturer warranty coverage.
More Information
| Condition | Refurbished |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
| Neck Construction | Bolt-On |
| Country of Manufacture | South Korea |
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This guitar ships without a case
Add the matching hard caseESP CXJXLFF Form-Fit Hardshell Case for XJ Extra Long Guitars (Case Only)
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
Great for
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Progressive
- ✓ Drop Tunings
- ✓ Extended Range
- ✓ Djent
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 indicates this unit has minor cosmetic imperfections from floor inventory or return processing. These marks are purely superficial and have zero impact on playability, tone, or structural integrity; all hardware, the EverTune bridge, and 7-string configuration function flawlessly. Full manufacturer warranty coverage applies.
Is this guitar suitable for standard tunings, or only drop tunings?
The 27-inch baritone scale is optimized for extended-range and drop tunings, where it excels at maintaining articulation and sustain. It can be played in standard tunings, but the longer scale and lower-tuned design are most beneficial for metal, progressive, and djent applications requiring lower registers.
What's the pickup configuration and can it be modified?
The guitar features a single DiMarzio D-Activator 7 passive pickup with a push/pull splittable volume control for tonal flexibility. It comes stock with one pickup; additional modifications would require professional installation.
How does the EverTune bridge differ from a standard bridge?
The EverTune constant tension bridge maintains pitch stability and tuning accuracy across extended playing sessions, eliminating the pitch drift common to traditional bridges on baritone instruments. This is especially valuable during aggressive playing and tuning down to low registers.
What's included with this guitar?
The guitar ships with an ESP hardshell form-fit case. The 24 extra-jumbo stainless steel frets, Macassar ebony fretboard, and brushed black pickguard are all factory-installed.
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