ESP LTD B-204DX Bass in Red Burst B-Stock
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Description
Sound & Tone
The pair of ESP SB-4 pickups running through an active preamp with Volume, Balance, Bass and Treble gives this bass a modern, forward voice, from punchy midrange bite when you favor the bridge to broad, authoritative lows dialed in with the onboard EQ. The 34" scale, poplar body with burled poplar top, roasted maple neck and rosewood fingerboard keep note definition tight and even across all 24 frets, so lines stay articulate whether you're fingerstyle, slapping, or digging in with a pick. It's a practical fit for rock, metal, funk and modern pop or worship settings where a clear, EQ-shapeable low end matters more than vintage passive warmth.
ESP LTD B-204DX 4-String Bass Guitar – Red Burst
The B-204DX delivers a comfortable, fast playing experience with its thin U-contour neck and roasted maple construction. This active 4-string bass sits solidly in the player's hands with its 34" scale and poplar body topped with burled poplar, offering a balanced platform for both precise technical work and expressive low-end playing.
Playability & Build
The roasted maple neck with rosewood fingerboard and thin U neck contour makes this bass approachable for extended sessions, while the 400mm fingerboard radius and 24 extra-jumbo frets support smooth string bending and navigating the lower registers. 40mm nut width and 34" bolt-on scale provide a familiar, time-tested foundation for four-string bass playing.
Tone & Electronics
The paired ESP SB-4 neck and bridge pickups feed an active electronics circuit with dedicated Volume/Balance/Bass/Treble controls, letting you shape punchy mids and extended low-end authority to sit tight in any mix. LTD DB-4 fixed bridge and LTD tuners ensure stable intonation and reliable tuning retention across takes and sessions.
Key Features
- 4-string electric bass guitar with 34" scale length
- Poplar body with burled poplar top
- Roasted maple neck with rosewood fingerboard
- Thin U neck contour for comfortable play
- 400mm fingerboard radius
- 24 extra-jumbo frets with dot inlays
- 40mm nut width
- ESP SB-4 neck and bridge pickups (dual humbucking)
- Active electronics with Volume/Balance/Bass/Treble controls
- LTD DB-4 fixed bridge
- Black hardware with LTD tuners
- Red Burst finish
- D'Addario XL165 strings (.045/.065/.085/.105)
The B-204DX combines solid construction, active tone-shaping capability, and accessible playability into a versatile recording and performance instrument.
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 | Bolt-On |
| Country of Manufacture | South Korea |
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About this B-Stock unit
| Condition | B-Stock - cosmetic blemish, fully functional |
|---|---|
| Price vs new | $110 under the new unit ($549) |
Prefer a brand-new one? ESP LTD B-204DX Bass in Red Burst is in the catalog at $549.
Specifications
| Body Wood | Poplar |
|---|---|
| Scale Length | 34" Scale |
| Frets | 24 Frets |
| Fretboard | Rosewood |
| Fingerboard Radius | 400mm |
| Nut Width | 40mm |
| Neck Wood | Maple |
| Neck Profile | Thin U |
| Neck Construction | Bolt-On |
| Pickup Models | ESP SB-4N (neck), ESP SB-4B (bridge) |
| Strings | 4 |
| Orientation | Right handed |
| Made In | South Korea |
Who This Is For
| Best suited for | Funk, Rock, Progressive, Studio Sessions, Gigging |
|---|---|
| Tonal character | Punchy mids, extended low-end, sculpted tonal range, active presence, balanced |
| Less specialized for | Extreme Metal, Extended Range (it will do it; instruments voiced for that style do it more easily) |
| Skill level | Beginner / Intermediate / Advanced |
Frequently Asked Questions
What does B-Stock mean?
B-Stock means the bass is new and unplayed with full manufacturer warranty coverage, but carries a minor factory cosmetic blemish—such as a small finish mark—that does not affect playability, tone, or structure. The exact blemish varies between units and is not individually pictured.
Is this bass suitable for beginners?
Yes. The thin U-contour neck, 40mm nut width, and 34" scale make the B-204DX approachable for players building technique, while the 24 extra-jumbo frets and 400mm radius support smooth bending and lower-register navigation.
What styles and genres is this bass built for?
The B-204DX excels in funk, rock, progressive, and studio session work. Its active electronics deliver punchy mids and extended low-end authority suited to styles requiring tonal control and precision; it is not optimized for extreme metal or extended-range tunings.
How does the active electronics system work?
The active circuit features dedicated Volume, Balance, Bass, and Treble controls, letting you sculpt tone from the dual ESP SB-4 pickups. This gives you flexibility to dial in different tonal characters within a single session or set.
What hardware and setup does it ship with?
The bass ships with D'Addario XL165 strings (.045/.065/.085/.105), an LTD DB-4 fixed bridge, LTD tuners, black hardware, and a roasted maple neck with rosewood fingerboard and dot inlays for easy position reference.
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. Marketplaces collect sales tax as the facilitator in most states, so the same listed price can cost more there. Buyers remain responsible for any use tax their state applies. Free US shipping and 30-day returns are included.
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