ESP LTD SC-607B Stephen Carpenter Deftones Guitar Magenta Metallic B-S
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- LSC607BMG-B
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Sound & Tone
The neck-thru mahogany body and 27" baritone scale give this seven-string a thick, focused low end with the string tension needed to keep drop tunings tight and defined rather than flubby, while the macassar ebony fingerboard adds attack and clarity to palm-muted riffing. The Fishman Fluence SRC active humbuckers cover a wide range through the push/pull voicing and 5-way switch, moving from clean articulation to mid-forward bite and saturated high gain without swapping instruments. It's aimed squarely at downtuned metal, heavy alternative, and riff-driven rhythm work, with the thin U neck and 24 extra-jumbo frets keeping lead runs accessible up top.
ESP LTD SC-607B Stephen Carpenter Deftones Baritone Guitar — Magenta Metallic
The SC-607B is a neck-thru baritone engineered for studio tracking and mixing work in lower tunings, delivering the articulate, controlled response needed to cut through aggressive productions. The thin U-shaped neck balances fast fretwork with sustained resonance across its extended 27" scale, while the signature pickup voicing and tonal versatility make session work seamless—tracking rhythm layers, punching in lead passes, and shaping tone within the mix without reaching for additional gear. Built around Stephen Carpenter's approach to heavy riffing, this instrument captures the harmonic complexity and dynamic range required for professional home-studio production. The striking magenta metallic finish signals a serious extended-range tool designed for producers committed to lower tunings and precise tone control.
Construction & Hardware
Neck-thru mahogany body construction provides direct energy transfer and resonant sustain essential for baritone tunings and studio tracking clarity, while the thin U-contoured three-piece maple neck accommodates both fast lead work and heavy riffing without fatigue during long session days. The 27" baritone scale and macassar ebony fingerboard with 24 extra-jumbo frets reduce string tension for lower tunings, and the TonePros locking TOM-style bridge with string-thru-body design paired with LTD locking tuners locks in stable intonation across tracking takes and extended bending passages, minimizing tuning drift between punch-ins and multitrack layers.
Electronics & Tone Shaping
Fishman Fluence SRC Signature active humbuckers in neck and bridge positions deliver multiple voicing options via push/pull volume control, providing access to clean articulation for rhythm clarity, mid-forward aggression for cutting mixes, and high-gain saturation for intensity—all without switching guitars or stopping a session. The active electronics with volume and tone controls and 5-way blade switch expand your recording palette across both rhythm tracking and dynamic lead overdubs, letting you shape tone at the source before committing to tape.
Key Features
- Neck-thru mahogany body, Super-S shape
- 27" baritone scale length
- Three-piece maple neck, thin U profile
- Macassar ebony fingerboard, 15.7" radius
- 24 extra-jumbo frets
- 1.88" molded nut width
- Fishman Fluence SRC Signature Humbuckers (neck and bridge)
- Push/pull voice select volume control with 5-way blade switch
- TonePros locking TOM-style bridge with string-thru body
- LTD locking tuners, gold hardware
- Magenta metallic gloss finish
- Strung with D'Addario XL110-7 (.010–.059)
This is a studio-grade baritone engineered to deliver articulate, controlled response across extended-range tunings and dynamic recording contexts.
This specific B-Stock unit features minor cosmetic imperfections typical of inventory returns or display models. These marks are purely superficial and have absolutely zero impact on the playability, tone, or structural integrity of the guitar. Acquire this premium Stephen Carpenter signature model at a significant B-Stock discount while maintaining complete manufacturer warranty coverage and the legendary build quality ESP is known for.
More Information
| Condition | Refurbished |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
| Neck Construction | Neck-Thru-Body |
| Country of Manufacture | South Korea |
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Specifications
| Body Style | Single Cutaway |
|---|---|
| Scale Length | 27" Baritone Scale |
| Frets | 24 Frets |
| Fretboard | Ebony |
| Neck Wood | Maple |
| Neck Construction | Neck-Thru-Body |
| Pickups | Active P/J |
| Bridge | Fixed |
| Strings | 7 |
| Orientation | Right handed |
| Model Year | 2026 |
| Made In | South Korea |
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Djent
- ✓ Hard Rock
- ✓ Drop Tunings
- ✓ Studio Sessions
Not the best pick for
- – Jazz
- – Traditional Blues
- – Folk
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What does B-Stock mean for this guitar?
B-Stock indicates this SC-607B has minor cosmetic imperfections from returns or display use, with zero impact on playability, tone, or structural integrity. It carries full manufacturer warranty and complete ESP build quality at a significant discount.
Is this baritone suitable for standard tunings, or only drop tunings?
The 27" scale and 1.88" nut width are optimized for lower tunings and minimize finger fatigue across extended range passages. While it can be strung for standard tunings, it is engineered and best-suited for downtuned metal, djent, and hard rock work.
What do the Fishman Fluence SRC humbuckers voice-select feature do?
The push/pull volume control toggles between multiple voicing options—clean articulation, mid-forward aggression, and high-gain saturation—allowing you to reshape tone without swapping pickups or re-recording.
How does the neck-thru construction affect sustain and playability?
Neck-thru mahogany body construction provides direct energy transfer and resonant sustain essential for baritone tunings, while the thin U-contoured three-piece maple neck balances fast fretwork with comfortable reach across the 24 extra-jumbo frets.
Will this guitar stay in tune during aggressive playing?
Yes—the TonePros locking TOM-style bridge with string-thru body, LTD locking tuners with gold hardware, and the machined nut width all work together to ensure stable intonation across rhythm and dynamic lead passages.
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