ESP LTD M-200DX Electric Guitar Blue Burst
Description
ESP LTD M-200DX Electric Guitar Blue Burst
The M-200DX captures tight, articulate tones through its lightweight body and responsive neck profile. The thin U-contoured neck with 25.5" scale length translates to quick attack response and clear note separation—essential for layering tracks and cutting through dense mixes. The Blue Burst finish with full body binding and reverse inline headstock pairs refined aesthetics with practical hardware that holds up across multiple tracking sessions and studio takes.
Playability & Recording Response
The roasted maple neck with rosewood fingerboard and thin U contour deliver a fast feel with excellent stability and minimal moisture sensitivity—critical for maintaining consistent intonation across overdubs and punch-ins. A 43mm molded nut width and 350mm fingerboard radius support both single-note passages and rhythm voicings, while the 24 XJ frets provide upper-register access for layered melodies without compromising lower-fret comfort during rhythmic work.
Tonal Character & Studio Versatility
Two ESP LH-150 humbucking pickups with black chrome covers produce defined humbucker clarity with the option to voice single-coil tones via a push-pull switch on the tone knob—expanding your tonal palette across different song sections and mix requirements without adding operational complexity. The TOM bridge with string-thru design ensures solid sustain and reliable intonation hold throughout tracking, while the straightforward volume/tone/3-way switch layout keeps session workflow intuitive and focused.
Key Features
- Body: Poplar with poplar burl top
- Neck: Roasted maple with thin U contour
- Fingerboard: Rosewood with offset dot inlay
- Scale length: 25.5"
- Frets: 24 XJ
- Nut width: 43mm molded
- Fingerboard radius: 350mm
- Pickups: ESP LH-150 humbucking (neck and bridge)
- Electronics: Volume/Tone (push-pull)/3-way switch with single-coil voicing option
- Bridge: TOM with string-thru
- Hardware: Black chrome with LTD tuners
- Construction: Bolt-on with full body binding
- Headstock: Reverse inline
The M-200DX combines proven construction methods, quality materials, and genuine hardware into an accessible package that performs well in studio, rehearsal, and live settings.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
| Country of Manufacture | Indonesia |
Reviews
At a Glance
The ESP LTD M-200DX captures warm, versatile humbucker clarity with a push-pull single-coil voicing option, making it a solid choice for home recording in rock, blues, and indie genres. The roasted maple neck and 24 XJ frets provide comfortable tracking sessions, while the straightforward volume/tone/3-way switch layout keeps mixing and re-amping workflows simple and predictable. Build quality and hardware reliability mean you'll spend less time troubleshooting and more time capturing great takes.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Rock
- ✓ Blues
- ✓ Indie
- ✓ Home Recording
Not the best pick for
- – Metal
- – Djent
Skill level: Beginner · Intermediate
Frequently Asked Questions
What pickups does the M-200DX use, and can I change the tone?
The guitar features two ESP LH-150 humbucking pickups with black chrome covers. A push-pull switch on the tone knob lets you voice single-coil tones, giving you classic humbucker clarity plus single-coil character without adding extra controls or complexity.
Is this guitar suitable for beginners?
Yes. The thin U-contoured neck, 43mm nut width, and 350mm fingerboard radius support both lead work and chord playing comfortably. The 24 XJ frets offer plenty of upper-fret access, and the straightforward electronics make it easy to learn.
What genres does the M-200DX work best for?
The M-200DX is designed for rock, blues, indie, and home recording. Its warm midrange and balanced humbucker output suit these styles; it is not optimized for metal or djent playing.
What materials is the neck made from, and how stable is it?
The neck is roasted maple with a rosewood fingerboard and thin U contour. Roasted maple has minimal moisture sensitivity and excellent stability, so it resists changes in humidity and temperature better than standard maple.
Does the M-200DX stay in tune well?
The TOM bridge with string-thru design ensures solid sustain and reliable intonation. The guitar also features black chrome hardware and LTD tuners, which contribute to stable tuning and durable performance in live and studio settings.