ESP LTD MIRAGE DELUXE '87 Guitar Snow White
ESP LTD MIRAGE DELUXE '87 Guitar Snow White
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- SKU
- LMIRAGEDX87SW
- Color
- White
Description
ESP LTD MIRAGE DELUXE '87 Guitar Snow White
The MIRAGE DELUXE '87 captures a fast, responsive performance with its extra thin U-shaped maple neck and flat 13.78" radius fingerboard, engineered for precision tracking and expressive string bending during tracking sessions. The bolt-on alder body produces a bright, articulate attack with defined sustain that cuts through dense mixes, while the Floyd Rose 1000 tremolo maintains tuning stability through dynamic performance and aggressive whammy bar use. Snow White finish with gold hardware delivers visual clarity that translates equally well on camera or behind the console.
Recording & Playing Feel
The three-piece extra thin U-shaped maple neck facilitates effortless transitions and rapid finger movements across the 25.5" scale length, essential for capturing clean overdubs without technical fatigue. Extra jumbo frets on the bound Macassar ebony fingerboard provide a smooth playing surface with enough height for consistent intonation during multi-take sessions and precision fretting, while the 1 11/16" nut width and locking hardware keep strings securely in place during tremolo use—eliminating tuning drift between takes.
Tone Shaping & Studio Versatility
The pickup configuration pairs a Seymour Duncan Hot Rail neck pickup for thick, warm rhythm tones with a Seymour Duncan TB-6 Distortion bridge pickup delivering high output and aggressive bite. Both pickups feature push-pull coil splits accessible via the tone control, enabling versatile single-coil textures alongside full humbucker response through the 3-way switch and master volume controls—offering multiple sonic character options from a single instrument during sessions.
Key Features
- Alder body with bolt-on neck construction for bright, articulate tone
- Three-piece extra thin U-shaped maple neck for stability and fast playability
- Bound 13.78" radius Macassar ebony fingerboard with extra jumbo frets
- 25.5" scale length with 1 11/16" nut width
- 7.8 pound weight for balanced comfort during extended play
- Floyd Rose 1000 locking tremolo for stable whammy bar techniques
- Seymour Duncan Hot Rail neck pickup and TB-6 Distortion bridge pickup
- Push/pull coil split on tone control for single-coil and humbucker voice options
- 3-way switch with master volume and tone controls
- LTD cast/sealed tuners for reliable tuning stability
- Snow White finish with gold hardware
- Factory-strung with D'Addario XL120 strings
This instrument pairs classic design aesthetics with modern hardware and electronics, delivering a versatile platform for recording rock, metal, and genre-crossing productions with consistent performance across multiple takes.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
| Country of Manufacture | South Korea |
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At a Glance
The MIRAGE DELUXE '87 captures aggressive, articulate rock and metal tones with its alder body and Seymour Duncan pickup pairing—ideal for layering thick rhythm textures and cutting lead work into any mix. The coil-split capability adds single-coil shimmer to the full humbucker character, making it a versatile tracking tool for metal, hard rock, and studio experimentation without sacrificing tuning stability during pitch-bend heavy takes. Its flat radius and jumbo frets support precision tracking at speed, and the Floyd Rose 1000 remains rock-solid through complex tremolo sequences.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Hard Rock
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Rock
- ✓ Studio Sessions
Not the best pick for
- – Jazz
- – Folk
- – Worship
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What genres and playing styles is this guitar built for?
The MIRAGE DELUXE '87 is engineered for hard rock, metal, rock, and studio sessions. Its bright attack, high-output pickups, and aggressive bite make it less suited for jazz, folk, or worship applications.
How does the coil-split feature work and what does it add?
The push-pull coil split on the tone control lets you access single-coil textures in addition to full humbucker response, giving you more tonal flexibility from the Seymour Duncan Hot Rail and TB-6 Distortion pickups via the 3-way switch.
What's the neck like, and is it fast to play?
The extra-thin U-shaped three-piece maple neck with a flat 13.78-inch radius and extra jumbo frets is engineered for high-speed playing, rapid finger movements, and comfortable string bending across the 25.5-inch scale. The 1 11/16-inch nut width and locking hardware keep strings secure during tremolo techniques.
Does the Floyd Rose tremolo stay in tune during aggressive use?
Yes. The Floyd Rose 1000 locking tremolo maintains tuning stability even under aggressive whammy bar use, supported by locking hardware at the nut and a sealed tuner design.
What finish and hardware does it have?
The guitar features a Snow White finish with gold hardware, creating a striking visual presence that balances classic aesthetics with modern performance. It arrives factory-strung with D'Addario XL120 strings and weighs 7.8 pounds.
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