ESP LTD EC-401 Olympic White Guitar B-Stock
Description
ESP LTD EC-401 Olympic White Guitar B-Stock
The EC-401 delivers the comfortable, fast playability ESP's single-cutaway design is known for, with a thin U-shaped neck that sits naturally in the hand and a 24.75" scale that balances reach and string tension. The Olympic White finish presents a clean, professional aesthetic that photographs well in session documentation and won't show fingerprints like darker finishes. B-stock designation here reflects only cosmetic grading—ESP's quality control ensures these unplayed guitars have identical sound quality to A-stock models, offering significant value for studio work without sonic compromise.
Construction & Intonation
The set-neck mahogany construction pairs a solid mahogany body with a mahogany neck, creating the resonance and sustain that sits naturally in dense mixes. Hardware consists of black nickel Grover tuners, a TOM bridge and tailpiece, and a 42mm Earvana compensated nut—the compensation improves intonation across the fretboard, particularly noticeable on the lower strings where standard nuts often struggle. This matters directly for recording: cleaner tracking requires less correction in post-production.
Tone & Recording Characteristics
The EMG 81 bridge and EMG 60 neck active pickup configuration delivers articulate highs, punchy mids, and controlled lows that cut through dense arrangements and capture definition on close-mic'd sessions. Active electronics provide consistent output and low noise, eliminating hum issues in tracking. The neck pickup yields enough clarity for rhythm layers while the bridge pickup handles lead articulation and tracking—both configurations remain tight across repeated takes.
Key Features
- Set-thru mahogany neck with mahogany body
- 24.75" scale length
- Thin U-shaped neck contour
- Rosewood fingerboard with 24 XJ frets
- 42mm Earvana compensated nut
- Black nickel hardware
- Grover tuners
- TOM bridge and tailpiece
- Active EMG-81 bridge pickup
- Active EMG-60 neck pickup
- Olympic White finish
- Limited lifetime warranty on guitar; one year on parts and electronics
This B-stock EC-401 represents a direct path to professional-grade hardware and active electronics without compromise on build integrity or tonal output.
This specific B-Stock unit features minor cosmetic imperfections on the white finish. These marks are purely superficial and have absolutely zero impact on the playability, tone, or structural integrity of the guitar. You're acquiring a premium ESP LTD EC-401 instrument at a significant B-Stock discount while retaining the full manufacturer warranty.
More Information
| Condition | Refurbished |
|---|---|
| Country of Manufacture | Indonesia |
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At a Glance
The EC-401 is a high-output, low-noise recording partner for rock, metal, and modern production work, with active EMG electronics that sit confidently in a dense mix without fighting for space. The mahogany set-neck construction delivers natural resonance and sustain, while the bridge and neck pickups offer versatile articulation—clarity for rhythm layers and defined aggression for leads. B-stock condition means you're paying less for a fully functional instrument with only surface finish marks, preserving every sonic characteristic that makes this guitar a studio workhorse.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Rock
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Hard Rock
- ✓ Modern
- ✓ Gigging
Not the best pick for
- – Jazz
- – Folk
- – Country
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What does B-stock mean for this guitar?
B-stock means this EC-401 is fully functional with minor cosmetic imperfections on the Olympic White finish only. The sound quality, playability, and structural integrity are identical to new A-stock models, and the guitar comes with the full manufacturer warranty.
Is this guitar suitable for metal and rock?
Yes. The active EMG 81 bridge and EMG 60 neck pickups are voiced specifically for rock, metal, and modern genres, delivering articulate highs, punchy mids, and controlled lows with low noise and consistent output.
How does the neck feel and what is the scale length?
The EC-401 features a thin U-shaped neck contour that sits naturally in the hand for fast playability, paired with a 24.75" scale that balances comfortable reach with proper string tension.
What improves intonation on this guitar?
The 42mm Earvana compensated nut is designed to improve intonation across the fretboard, especially on the lower strings where standard nuts often struggle.
What hardware comes on this guitar?
Hardware includes black nickel Grover tuners, a TOM bridge and tailpiece, and the compensated nut. The set-thru mahogany construction with 24 XJ frets on a rosewood fingerboard completes the build.
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