ESP LTD B-204SM Left-Handed Bass in Natural Satin
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ESP LTD B-204SM Left Handed Bass Guitar in Natural Stain Finish
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- SKU
- LB204SMNSLH
- Color
- Natural
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Description
Sound & Tone
The ash body and 5-piece maple/jatoba neck give this 34"-scale bass a punchy, articulate voice with strong note definition, while the string-thru BB-604 bridge tightens up attack and sustain. The passive SB-4N and SB-4B pickups run into an active 3-band EQ with balance, so you can move from warm, rounded lows for jazz and alternative work to scooped or midrange-forward tones that cut through rock and metal mixes. Twenty-four XJ frets, an Extra Thin U neck and a flat 400mm radius fingerboard support fast lines and upper-register playing for left-handed players.
ESP LTD B-204SM Left Handed Bass Guitar in Natural Satin Finish
The B-204SM tracks articulate, punchy bass tones into your recording sessions thanks to its bolt-on ash body paired with a 5-piece maple/jatoba neck that delivers excellent note definition and sustain. The Extra Thin U neck contour sits responsively under the left hand, enabling fast, precise tracking without fatigue across extended recording takes. The active 3-band EQ electronics let you shape your recorded tone directly during capture—dial in warm, rounded lows for dense arrangements or aggressive midrange bite to cut through busy mixes, all without post-production EQ dependency.
Playability & Construction
Built on a 34" scale with a 40mm molded nut and 24 XJ frets, this bass maintains tight intonation and comfortable string spacing for left-handed players. The roasted jatoba fingerboard and 400mm radius combine durability with a responsive playing surface that rewards both precision technique and dynamic expression.
Tone & Electronics
The ESP-designed SB-4N neck pickup and SB-4B bridge pickup feed into a passive/active hybrid system with independent bass, mid, and treble boost/cut controls plus balance adjustment, letting you shape your tone at the source during tracking sessions. The LTD BB-604 bridge with string-thru design and black nickel hardware ensure stable tuning and clean, defined articulation across all frequencies, capturing clarity and punch in your multitrack files.
Key Features
- Construction: Bolt-On
- Body: Ash
- Neck: 5-Piece Maple/Jatoba
- Fingerboard: Roasted Jatoba
- Scale: 34"
- Nut Width: 40mm, Molded Type
- Neck Contour: Extra Thin U
- 24 XJ Frets with 400mm Radius
- Passive P.U. with Active 3-Band EQ (Bass/Mid/Treble Boost/Cut, Balance)
- ESP-Designed SB-4N Neck & SB-4B Bridge Pickups
- LTD BB-604 Bridge with String-Thru Design
- Black Nickel Hardware & LTD Tuners
This left-handed B-204SM delivers professional recording-grade playability, tone-shaping, and electronics in a reliable instrument built to capture high-quality bass takes across any production style.
More Information
| Dexterity | Left handed |
|---|---|
| Neck Construction | Bolt-On |
| Condition | New |
| Country of Manufacture | Indonesia |
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Specifications
| Body Style | Precision Bass |
|---|---|
| Scale Length | 34" Scale |
| Frets | 24 Frets |
| Fretboard | Rosewood |
| Neck Wood | Maple |
| Neck Construction | Bolt-On |
| Pickups | P/J |
| Bridge | String-Through Body |
| Strings | 4 |
| Orientation | Left handed |
| Model Year | 2023 |
| Made In | Indonesia |
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Rock
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Jazz
- ✓ Alternative
Not the best pick for
- – Folk
- – Country
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes the B-204SM different from right-handed versions?
This is a true left-handed bass with the body, pickups, bridge, and controls mirrored and built specifically for left-handed technique. The extra-thin U neck contour is designed to balance naturally in the left hand while maintaining the same playability and intonation as the right-handed model.
What genres and playing styles is this bass best suited for?
The B-204SM excels in rock, metal, jazz, and alternative music. Its punchy, articulate tone and responsive pickup system work well across these styles, though it is not optimized for folk or country applications.
How does the passive/active hybrid EQ system work?
The bass features a passive/active 3-band EQ with independent bass, mid, and treble boost/cut controls plus balance adjustment. This hybrid design delivers professional tonal shaping without the battery drain of a fully active system, making it reliable for both studio and live use.
What are the key specs for neck and fretboard?
The neck is a 5-piece maple/jatoba construction with an extra-thin U contour, paired with a roasted jatoba fingerboard. It features a 34-inch scale, 40mm molded nut, 24 XJ frets, and a 400mm radius for comfortable left-handed technique and tight intonation.
Is this bass suitable for intermediate players or only professionals?
The B-204SM is designed for intermediate, advanced, and professional left-handed players. Its responsive playability and professional-grade electronics reward both precision and dynamic expression, making it a solid choice for players committed to developing their technique and tone.
Do I pay sales tax on this order?
We collect sales tax only on orders shipped to California. Orders shipped to any other US state are charged $0 sales tax at checkout when you buy direct from our website. On this item that is roughly $49 less out the door than the same listed price at a national retailer or on a marketplace. Marketplaces such as eBay, Reverb and Amazon collect sales tax in nearly every state as marketplace facilitators no matter who the seller is, so the same item at the same price costs less bought direct. Free US shipping and 30-day returns are included. Some states ask buyers to self-report use tax on out-of-state purchases.
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