ESP LTD Eclipse 87 Electric Guitar in Rainbow Crackle Finish Open Box
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- Open box from our own stock: unboxed, inspected and set up by our techs
- Otherwise new and unplayed, original packaging and factory accessories
- Covered by our 30-day money-back return policy
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Description
Sound & Tone
The mahogany body and neck-thru maple neck give this Eclipse a thick, sustaining midrange, while the Macassar ebony fingerboard and 24.75" scale keep notes tight and warm rather than brittle. Seymour Duncan '59 and JB pickups cover classic humbucker territory: a rounded, singing neck tone for leads and a hot, aggressive bridge with the cutting treble bite that defined 1980s hard rock and metal, with the push-pull coil split thinning things out for cleaner rhythm work. With a Floyd Rose 1000 tremolo and light .009 gauge strings, it's aimed at shredders and divebomb-heavy lead players who still want a passive, direct signal path.
ESP LTD Eclipse '87 Electric Guitar in Rainbow Crackle Finish
The ESP LTD Eclipse '87 brings authentic 1987-era responsiveness into the modern studio—a lightweight instrument built for tracking sessions and overdubs. Its thin U neck contour and 24.75" scale accommodate extended recording takes without fatigue, while the neck-thru-body construction anchors sustain and resonance across all frequency ranges. The striking Rainbow Crackle finish pairs classic archtop TE-inspired body lines with proven sonic architecture.
Playability & Construction for Session Work
Built with neck-thru-body construction using a mahogany body and three-piece maple neck, this guitar maintains tonal consistency and tracking stability across multiple passes. The thin U neck contour combined with a 42mm nut width and 350mm fingerboard radius keeps fatigue minimal during long production sessions, while the 24 XJ frets on a Macassar Ebony fingerboard ensure clean articulation and consistent intonation when punching in and stacking takes.
Tone & Recording Electronics
The Seymour Duncan '59 neck and JB bridge pickups with original-style bobbins capture articulate midrange definition and cutting treble presence—character that cuts through dense mixes and sits naturally alongside complementary instruments. A push-pull coil-split control on the tone knob opens two tonal palettes without reaching for another guitar, while the passive electronics layout (Volume/Tone/Toggle Switch) maintains signal integrity and transparency into your preamp or interface. The Floyd Rose 1000 locking tremolo locks in pitch stability, eliminating tuning drift between takes.
Key Features
- Neck-thru-body construction with mahogany body and three-piece maple neck
- 24.75" scale length with thin U neck contour
- Macassar Ebony fingerboard with 350mm radius and 24 XJ frets
- 42mm locking nut width
- Seymour Duncan '59 neck pickup and JB bridge pickup with original-style bobbins
- Push-pull coil-split control on tone pot
- Floyd Rose 1000 locking tremolo bridge
- LTD locking tuners with black hardware
- Passive electronics with Volume/Tone (Push/Pull)/Toggle Switch layout
- Rainbow Crackle finish
- Includes D'Addario XL120 strings (.009/.011/.016/.024/.032/.042)
This faithful LTD '87 recreation delivers the tonal character and ergonomic reliability of ESP's influential mid-1980s designs—production-ready components built for tracking and mixing workflows.
Open Box - our own stock. This unit was unboxed, inspected and set up by our techs in Temecula; it is otherwise new and unplayed and ships in the original packaging with all factory accessories. Sold as open box at a reduced price. Covered by our 30-day money-back return policy, including any problem on arrival.
More Information
| Condition | Used |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
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About this open-box unit
| Condition | Open box - from our own stock, sold at a reduced price |
|---|---|
| Price vs new | $150 under the new unit ($1,249) |
| Includes | Original packaging and all factory accessories |
| Returns | 30-day money-back return policy |
Prefer a brand-new one? ESP LTD Eclipse 87 Electric Guitar in Rainbow Crackle Finish is in the catalog at $1,249.
Specifications
| Scale Length | 24.75" Scale |
|---|---|
| Frets | 24 Frets |
| Fretboard | Ebony |
| Neck Wood | Maple |
| Bridge | Tremolo |
| Strings | 6 |
| Orientation | Right handed |
| Model Year | 2021 |
Who This Is For
| Best suited for | Hard Rock, Metal, Progressive, Gigging, Studio Sessions |
|---|---|
| Tonal character | Articulate midrange, explosive treble, tight sustain, direct signal path, coil-split versatility |
| Less specialized for | Jazz, Folk, Worship (it will do it; instruments voiced for that style do it more easily) |
| Skill level | Intermediate / Advanced / Professional |
Frequently Asked Questions
What does open box mean for this guitar?
This unit was unboxed, inspected, and set up by our techs but remains otherwise new and unplayed. It ships in the original packaging with all factory accessories and is covered by our 30-day money-back return policy.
Is the thin U neck comfortable for extended playing?
Yes. The thin U neck contour combined with a 42mm nut width and 350mm fingerboard radius creates an accessible, fast-playing platform designed for comfortable extended sessions. The neck-thru-body construction adds stability and sustain.
What pickup configuration does this have, and can I change the tone?
It features Seymour Duncan '59 neck and JB bridge pickups with a push-pull coil-split control on the tone knob, giving you single-coil and humbucker voicing options for expanded sonic range across hard rock, metal, and progressive styles.
How does this compare to the Schecter Hellraiser C-1 or Ibanez RG421?
The Eclipse '87 offers neck-thru construction with a shorter 24.75" scale and vintage Seymour Duncan pickups, making it ideal for players seeking classic 1980s articulate midrange and explosive treble character with Floyd Rose stability—a different tonal palette from modern shred-focused alternatives.
What is included with this guitar?
The package includes D'Addario XL120 strings (.009/.011/.016/.024/.032/.042), the original Floyd Rose 1000 locking tremolo, LTD locking tuners, and all factory accessories.
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 $77 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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