ESP LTD Phoenix-204DX Electric Guitar in Red Burst B-Stock

ESP LTD PHX-204DX 4-String Electric Bass Guitar — Red Burst

The PHX-204DX is a compact, lightweight 4-string bass engineered for studio tracking and live session work. Its thin U-shaped roasted maple neck and 40mm nut width deliver fast, responsive playability without sacrificing stability or sustain—critical for capturing tight, articulate bass takes. The Red Burst finish pairs visual appeal with a purposeful instrument designed for professional and semi-professional recording and performance.

Recording & Construction

Bolt-on construction with a 34-inch scale provides the classic bass response while the thin U-shaped roasted maple neck resists seasonal wood movement and offers a smooth playing surface that translates to consistent recording sessions. The rosewood fingerboard features 21 extra-jumbo frets and dot inlays, supporting both precision intonation and extended range work across a 400mm fingerboard radius—essential for producing clean, defined takes across your mix.

Tone & Electronics

Dual ESP SB-4 pickups (bridge and neck) feed into active electronics with dedicated volume, balance, and tone boost controls, allowing you to shape your tone for different session contexts—from warm, focused lows to bright, articulate highs that cut through dense arrangements. The LTD DB-4 fixed bridge ensures rock-solid intonation and coupling to the poplar body topped with burled poplar, delivering punchy midrange and clear note definition that translates reliably to recordings.

Key Features

• 4-string electric bass guitar
• Poplar body with burled poplar top
• Bolt-on construction, 34-inch scale (864mm)
• Thin U-shaped roasted maple neck
• Rosewood fingerboard with 21 extra-jumbo frets and dot inlays
• 400mm fingerboard radius; 40mm nut width
• Reverse headstock with LTD vintage tuners
• 2× ESP SB-4 pickups (bridge and neck)
• Active electronics with volume, balance, and tone boost controls
• LTD DB-4 fixed bridge
• Black hardware
• Red Burst finish

The PHX-204DX combines stable construction with versatile active electronics, making it a dependable session bass for producers and engineers seeking both consistent playability and flexible tone-shaping for multi-track work.