ESP LTD EX-200 Electric Guitar Olympic White B-Stock
Description
ESP LTD EX-200 Electric Guitar Olympic White B-Stock
The EX-200 captures punchy, articulate tones through its mahogany body and set-neck construction, which deliver solid sustain and resonance ideal for layering in dense mixes. The Thin U neck contour accelerates tracking during overdub sessions and reduces hand fatigue across extended takes, while the responsive roasted Jatoba fingerboard supports both clean articulation and aggressive techniques without unwanted noise. The Olympic White finish offers a classic, studio-neutral appearance. This instrument excels at tracking hard rock, metal, and alternative productions with consistency and clarity.
Session Playability & Ergonomics
The 24.75" scale length with 3-piece maple neck and Thin U contour delivers a fast, comfortable feel that keeps hand fatigue minimal during long tracking days. The 350mm fingerboard radius and 22 XJ frets enable smooth bend articulation and aggressive pick attack without interference, while the 42mm molded nut maintains consistent string spacing and clean intonation across all register changes—critical for polished, repeatable recordings.
Recording Tone & Signal Path
Dual ESP LH-150 pickups (neck and bridge) track with punchy, articulate character and impressive clarity—delivering the bite needed to sit clearly in dense mixes without muddiness. The pull-tone coil-split functionality expands your tonal palette within a single session, letting you capture both warm, compressed neck tones and aggressive bridge attack without rewiring. The passive electronics layout with volume, tone (push/pull), and toggle switch offers straightforward, predictable control during recording, while TOM bridge and tailpiece hardware maximize sustain and resonance for solid fundamental support.
Key Features
- Mahogany body with 3-piece maple set-neck construction
- Thin U neck contour for fast, ergonomic playability
- Fully bound roasted Jatoba fingerboard with dot fret markers
- 24.75" scale length with 350mm fingerboard radius
- 22 XJ extra-jumbo frets for smooth bends and technique versatility
- 42mm molded nut for consistent string spacing
- ESP LH-150N (neck) and LH-150B (bridge) pickups with coil-split
- Passive electronics with volume, tone (push/pull), and toggle switch
- TOM bridge and tailpiece with black hardware
- LTD tuners for reliable tuning stability
- Olympic White finish
- Factory-strung with D'Addario XL110 (.010–.046) strings
The EX-200 combines solid construction, responsive playability, and versatile tone in a package that tracks reliably across multiple genres and recording sessions.
This specific B-Stock unit features minor cosmetic imperfections typical of floor models or showroom display stock. These marks are purely superficial and have absolutely zero impact on the playability, tone, or structural integrity of the guitar. Acquire a premium ESP LTD instrument at a significant B-Stock discount while enjoying the confidence of full manufacturer warranty coverage.
More Information
| Condition | Refurbished |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
| Country of Manufacture | Indonesia |
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At a Glance
The EX-200 is a versatile mid-tier platform for recording hard rock, metal, and alternative music, offering punchy, articulate dual-pickup tones with coil-split functionality for expanded sonic layering and mix flexibility. The set-neck construction and mahogany body deliver solid sustain and resonance that holds up well in dense mixes, while passive electronics and straightforward controls make gain-staging and session recall straightforward. B-Stock pricing on a fully playable unit with only cosmetic marks makes it a smart tracking and overdub guitar for home and project studios.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Hard Rock
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Alternative
- ✓ Drop Tunings
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 indicates minor cosmetic imperfections typical of floor models or showroom display stock—purely superficial marks with zero impact on playability, tone, or structural integrity. The guitar carries full manufacturer warranty coverage and performs identically to a new unit.
Is the EX-200 good for genres outside metal and hard rock?
The EX-200 is optimized for hard rock, metal, alternative, and drop-tuning styles; it is not designed for jazz, folk, or country. The punchy pickup voice and set-neck sustain lean toward high-gain and alternative contexts.
What is the neck contour like, and will it suit me if I have hand-fatigue issues?
The Thin U contour paired with the 24.75" scale length and 350mm fingerboard radius creates a fast, ergonomic profile that reduces hand fatigue during extended play. Intermediate to advanced players will find the neck responsive for both technical precision and expressive bending.
What pickups come with this guitar, and can I dial in different tones?
The EX-200 ships with dual ESP LH-150 pickups (neck and bridge) featuring pull-tone coil-split functionality, allowing you to thin out the tone for clearer, more articulate single-coil textures. Passive electronics with volume, tone (push/pull), and toggle switch provide straightforward control without active circuitry.
Does this guitar come strung and ready to play?
Yes, the EX-200 is factory-strung with D'Addario XL110 (.010–.046) strings, so you can plug in and play right out of the box after a basic setup and intonation check.
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