ESP LTD JR-208 Electric Guitar in Pelham Blue
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Description
Sound & Tone
The mahogany body gives the JR-208 a warm, full foundation, while the bolt-on maple neck and roasted Jatoba fingerboard add snap and definition that keep the low F# string articulate rather than muddy. The 27" scale holds that low register tight and focused, and the dual ESP Designed LH-308 humbuckers deliver thick, aggressive tone suited to progressive metal and djent, with pull-tap coil splits that open up thinner, brighter voicings for cleaner parts. The EverTune F8 bridge keeps all eight strings locked in tune and intonation, so extended-range chords stay clear and consistent in both studio and live settings.
ESP LTD Javier Reyes JR-208 Electric Guitar — Pelham Blue
The JR-208 captures extended-range recording and composition potential through its thin U-profile maple neck and 27" scale length, engineered to handle 8-string tuning without compromising comfortable fretting ergonomics during long tracking sessions. Built around a resonant mahogany body with a satin finish, this instrument delivers the progressive metal and djent clarity that Javier Reyes demands while remaining flexible enough for producers exploring extended-range textures across multiple genres. The Pelham Blue finish provides distinctive visual character in studio and live contexts alike.
Construction & Hardware
A bolt-on maple neck with thin U profile pairs with a roasted Jatoba fingerboard featuring 15.7" radius and 24 extra jumbo frets for smooth bends and articulate sustain across the extended range. The EverTune F8 bridge in gold locks intonation and tuning stability across all eight strings during overdubs and sessions, while LTD tuners and a molded nut (2.125" width) complete a professional-grade hardware foundation that minimizes tuning drift between takes.
Tone & Electronics
Dual ESP Designed LH-308 humbuckers (neck and bridge) capture thick, articulate tone with pull-tap split coil functionality for tonal sculpting across multiple tracks and mix positions. A transparent 1x master volume and 1x master tone (push/pull) control layout with 3-way blade pickup switching maintains a direct signal path, enabling punch through dense arrangements and responsive tone-shaping during tracking or post-production refinement.
Key Features
- 8-string extended range configuration
- Mahogany body with satin finish in Pelham Blue
- Maple neck, thin U profile
- Bolt-on neck joint
- 27" scale length
- Roasted Jatoba fingerboard with abalone/mother-of-pearl offset block inlays
- 24 extra jumbo frets, 15.7" fingerboard radius
- EverTune F8 bridge in gold
- ESP Designed LH-308N and LH-308B humbuckers with pull-tap split coils
- 1x master volume, 1x master tone (push/pull), 3-way blade pickup switch
- D'Addario EXL 110-7 + NW074 strings included
- Factory tuning: F#, B, E, A, D, G, B, E
The JR-208 delivers signature-model construction and recording versatility at a price point that rewards producers and engineers building or expanding their extended-range toolkit.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
| Neck Construction | Bolt-On |
| Country of Manufacture | Indonesia |
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Specifications
| Scale Length | 27" Scale |
|---|---|
| Frets | 24 Frets |
| Fretboard | Rosewood |
| Neck Wood | Maple |
| Neck Construction | Bolt-On |
| Bridge | String-Through Body |
| Strings | 8 |
| Orientation | Right handed |
| Made In | Indonesia |
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Progressive
- ✓ Djent
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Extended Range
- ✓ Drop Tunings
Not the best pick for
- – Blues
- – Traditional Jazz
- – Folk
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the JR-208 good for someone new to 8-string guitars?
Yes. The thin U-profile maple neck and 27-inch scale are specifically designed to make the extended range feel comfortable and playable, even for players upgrading from standard 6-string. The roasted Jatoba fingerboard with 24 extra jumbo frets supports smooth bending across all eight strings.
What tuning does it come set to?
The JR-208 ships factory-tuned to F#, B, E, A, D, G, B, E (one semitone lower than standard 8-string) and arrives with D'Addario EXL 110-7 + NW074 strings.
How does the EverTune F8 bridge help during recording and live play?
The EverTune F8 maintains stable tuning and intonation across all eight strings without manual retuning between songs or takes, reducing setup time and keeping your tone consistent whether you're recording or performing.
What genres is this guitar best suited for?
The JR-208 is built for progressive metal, djent, and extended-range styles; it excels in drop tunings and complex picking patterns. It is not optimized for blues, traditional jazz, or folk.
Can I split the coils on the pickups?
Yes. Both the neck and bridge ESP LH-308 humbuckers feature pull-tap split-coil functionality, accessible via the master tone push/pull knob, giving you tonal flexibility from thick humbucking to brighter single-coil voices.
Do I pay sales tax on this order?
We collect sales tax only on orders shipped to California. Orders shipped to any other US state are charged $0 sales tax at checkout when you buy direct from our website. On this item that is roughly $56 less out the door than the same listed price at a national retailer or on a marketplace. Marketplaces such as eBay, Reverb and Amazon collect sales tax in nearly every state as marketplace facilitators no matter who the seller is, so the same item at the same price costs less bought direct. Free US shipping and 30-day returns are included. Some states ask buyers to self-report use tax on out-of-state purchases.
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