ESP LTD EC-1000B Baritone Lefty Guitar Charcoal Metallic Satin
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ESP LTD EC-1000B Baritone Lefty Guitar Charcoal Metallic Satin
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- LEC1000BCHMSLH
- Color
- Black
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Description
Sound & Tone
The 27" baritone scale and heavy .013–.062 strings keep low tunings tight and defined, while the mahogany body with maple cap and set-thru construction push a thick midrange and long sustain behind every chug. Fishman Fluence Modern humbuckers cover a lot of ground: the ceramic bridge is cutting and articulate under high gain, the alnico neck stays warm and vocal for leads, and the push/pull voicing switches add a second set of tones from each pickup. It's aimed squarely at modern metal, djent and progressive playing, though the cleaner voicings and ebony-board clarity make it workable for anything that benefits from low, well-articulated riffing.
ESP LTD EC-1000B Baritone Lefty Guitar Charcoal Metallic Satin
The EC-1000B Baritone Lefty is engineered for studio tracking and live performance in downtuned contexts. Its 27" baritone scale maintains ideal string tension across tuning ranges while the set-thru construction delivers resonant sustain and effortless upper-fret access for layered arrangements. The thin U-shaped neck contour and 42mm nut width support both traditional and modern playing techniques, minimizing hand strain during marathon session work.
Playability & Construction
The set-thru design routes the neck directly through the body, yielding superior sustain and structural rigidity that captures aggressive tones and clean articulation in equal measure. A 3-piece mahogany neck, macassar ebony fingerboard, and 24 extra-jumbo stainless steel frets create a fast, durable tracking surface; glow-in-the-dark Luminlay side dots support low-light studio visibility without visual distraction. The 350mm fingerboard radius balances comfortable voicing and open-string arrangements with smooth lead articulation.
Tone & Electronics
Dual Fishman Fluence Modern Humbuckers—alnico in the neck, ceramic in the bridge—capture aggressive articulation through warm, defined recordings. Push/pull voicing switches on the tone control access alternate voice circuits, allowing rapid tonal shifts across overdubs and takes without re-miking. The mahogany body with maple cap produces a full-bodied resonance with excellent sustain that cuts through dense mixes, while the TonePros locking TOM bridge with string-thru design and LTD locking tuners ensure tuning stability across session changes and dynamic playing demands.
Key Features
- 27" baritone scale for downtuned tuning and extended range
- Set-thru construction for superior sustain and upper-fret access
- Mahogany body with maple cap for rich, full-bodied tone
- 3-piece mahogany neck with thin U contour
- Macassar ebony fingerboard with 24 extra-jumbo stainless steel frets
- Fingerboard radius: 350mm
- 42mm nut width
- Glow-in-the-dark Luminlay side dots
- Fishman Fluence Modern Humbucker pickups (alnico neck / ceramic bridge) with push/pull voicing switches
- Bridge volume, neck volume, tone (push/pull), and toggle switch controls
- TonePros locking TOM bridge with string-thru design
- LTD locking tuners with black hardware
- Charcoal metallic satin finish with black single-ply binding
- Includes D'Addario XL158 baritone strings (.013/.017/.026W/.036/.046/.062)
The EC-1000B Baritone Lefty merges modern component engineering with single-cutaway ergonomics, delivering professional-grade recording performance and tonal flexibility across downtuned production work.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Left handed |
| Neck Construction | Neck-Thru-Body |
| Country of Manufacture | South Korea |
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Specifications
| Body Style | Single Cutaway |
|---|---|
| Scale Length | 27" Scale |
| Frets | 24 Frets |
| Fretboard | Ebony |
| Neck Wood | Mahogany |
| Neck Construction | Neck-Thru-Body |
| Pickups | HH |
| Bridge | Tune-O-Matic |
| Strings | 6 |
| Orientation | Left handed |
| Model Year | 2023 |
| Made In | South Korea |
Who This Is For
| Best suited for | Metal, Hard Rock, Drop Tunings, Extended Range, Djent |
|---|---|
| Tonal character | Aggressive articulation, warm defined tones, full-bodied resonance, excellent sustain, versatile voice switching |
| 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 tunings does the 27-inch baritone scale support?
The 27-inch scale is purpose-built to maintain ideal string tension across downtuned tunings and extended-range exploration, making it ideal for drop-D, drop-C, and lower tunings common in metal and hard rock.
What do the Fishman Fluence push/pull voicing switches do?
The push/pull switches on the tone control access alternate voice circuits in each pickup, expanding your tonal range from the dual Fishman Fluence Modern Humbuckers (alnico neck and ceramic bridge) without changing pickups or channels.
Is the thin U-shaped neck suitable for both traditional and modern grip techniques?
Yes, the thin U-shaped neck contour and 42mm nut width are designed to accommodate both traditional and modern grip techniques without fatigue during extended play sessions.
What hardware ensures intonation stability during dynamic playing?
The TonePros locking TOM bridge with string-thru design combined with LTD locking tuners provides reliable intonation across dynamic playing, whether you're bending hard or using aggressive picking techniques.
What is included with this guitar?
The EC-1000B Baritone Lefty ships as a complete instrument with all hardware, electronics, and appointments listed in the specifications; please confirm case or gig bag inclusion with your retailer.
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 $91 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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