ESP LTD EC-1000 VB Vintage Black Electric Guitar B-Stock
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- LEC1000VB-B
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- Black
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Description
Sound & Tone
The mahogany body and set-thru mahogany neck lay down a thick, sustaining foundation, while the Macassar ebony fingerboard adds tightness and clear note definition. The EMG 81 at the bridge brings aggressive midrange bite and cutting highs for high-gain rhythm and lead work, and the EMG 60 in the neck position stays articulate and focused rather than muddy, with independent volume controls and a 3-way toggle for shifting between the two. With its 24.75" scale and 24 frets, it lands squarely in hard rock and metal territory, though the neck pickup and master tone leave room for cleaner, more melodic passages.
ESP LTD EC-1000 VB Vintage Black Electric Guitar B-Stock
The EC-1000 VB delivers a comfortable, fast-playing experience with its Thin U neck contour and set-thru construction that provides smooth access to all 24 frets. The Macassar ebony fingerboard combined with 24 extra-jumbo stainless steel frets ensures durability and responsive articulation across the entire neck. In the studio, this translates to consistent tracking feel and precise intonation across multiple takes.
Playability & Construction
Set-thru construction pairs a solid mahogany body with a 3-piece mahogany neck to maximize sustain and upper-fret accessibility—critical for layering and overdub work. The 350mm fingerboard radius and 42mm nut width support a range of playing techniques while maintaining comfort during extended recording sessions. The 24.75" scale length balances traditional tonal character with modern playability expectations, giving you tonal flexibility within a familiar package.
Tone & Electronics
The EMG 81 bridge and EMG 60 neck active humbucker pairing captures tight low-end articulation, aggressive midrange presence, and cutting high-end clarity—essential qualities for punch and definition in dense mixes and high-gain recording scenarios. Premium hardware including LTD locking tuners and a TonePros locking TOM bridge and tailpiece ensures tuning stability and sustain across multi-hour sessions, while independent volume controls for each pickup, master tone control, and 3-way pickup selector provide complete sonic flexibility for exploring tonal textures and tightening your recorded sound.
Key Features
- Set-thru construction with mahogany body and 3-piece mahogany neck
- 24.75" scale length with 350mm fingerboard radius
- Macassar ebony fingerboard with 24 extra-jumbo stainless steel frets
- Thin U neck contour for comfortable playing across all styles
- 42mm molded nut width
- EMG 81 active humbucker (bridge position)
- EMG 60 active humbucker (neck position)
- Independent volume controls per pickup with master tone and 3-way toggle selector
- LTD locking tuners with gold hardware
- TonePros locking TOM bridge and tailpiece
- Vintage Black finish
- B-Stock condition (minor cosmetic imperfections; full structural and tonal integrity)
The EC-1000 VB combines professional-grade components, proven EMG electronics, and stable hardware in a platform engineered for reliable performance and consistent tone capture session after session.
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 |
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About this B-Stock unit
| Condition | B-Stock - cosmetic blemish, fully functional |
|---|---|
| Price vs new | $220 under the new unit ($1,099) |
Prefer a brand-new one? ESP LTD EC-1000 Electric Guitar in Vintage Black is in the catalog at $1,099.
Specifications
| Body Style | Single Cutaway |
|---|---|
| Scale Length | 24.75" Scale |
| Frets | 24 Frets |
| Fretboard | Ebony |
| Neck Wood | Mahogany |
| Pickups | HH |
| Bridge | Fixed |
| Strings | 6 |
| Orientation | Right handed |
| Model Year | 2024 |
Who This Is For
| Best suited for | Hard Rock, Metal, Studio Sessions, Live Performance, Touring |
|---|---|
| Tonal character | Tight low end, aggressive midrange, cutting highs, high output, articulate |
| Less specialized for | Jazz, Folk, Country (it will do it; instruments voiced for that style do it more easily) |
| Skill level | Intermediate / Advanced / Professional |
Frequently Asked Questions
What does B-Stock mean?
B-Stock means the guitar is new, unplayed, and fully covered by manufacturer warranty, but carries a minor factory cosmetic blemish such as a small finish mark. There is no effect on playability, tone, or structural integrity. The exact blemish varies by unit and is not individually described or pictured.
Is this guitar suitable for beginners?
No. The EC-1000 VB is designed for intermediate, advanced, and professional players. Its fast Thin U neck and aggressive EMG electronics are optimized for hard rock and metal styles rather than foundational learning.
What genres does this guitar excel in?
This guitar is built for hard rock, metal, studio sessions, live performance, and touring. The tight low end, aggressive midrange, and cutting highs favor high-gain applications and are not suited to jazz, folk, or country styles.
What pickups does it have?
The EC-1000 VB features an EMG 81 active humbucker in the bridge position and an EMG 60 active humbucker in the neck position. Both pickups are independently controlled via separate volume knobs, with a shared master tone control and 3-way toggle selector.
How does the neck feel and play?
The Thin U neck contour, 24.75 inch scale length, and 350mm fingerboard radius support aggressive playing while remaining comfortable during long sessions. The set-thru construction and 24 extra-jumbo stainless steel frets provide smooth upper-fret access and responsive articulation across the entire neck.
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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