ESP LTD SC-608 Baritone Stephen Carpenter Guitar Yellow
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ESP LTD SC-608 Baritone Stephen Carpenter Guitar Yellow
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- SKU
- LSC608BYELF1
- Color
- Others
. Description
Sound & Tone
With a mahogany body, three-piece maple neck-thru construction, and a 27" baritone scale, the SC-608 produces a tight, sustaining low end that holds its definition on the low F# string, suited to heavy, downtuned, and extended-range riffing. The Hipshot hardtail with string-thru-body stringing adds note stability, and the macassar ebony fingerboard with extra-jumbo frets supports aggressive fretting and fast passages. The Fishman Fluence SRC Signature 3-Voice pickups, selected through a 5-way switch and push-pull voice control, move from balanced to aggressive voicings while keeping chords and single notes clear across all eight strings.
ESP LTD SC-608 Baritone Stephen Carpenter Guitar Yellow
The SC-608 is a formidable 8-string baritone engineered for heavy, modern tones and extended-range recording applications. Its neck-thru construction delivers sustain and resonance across the full frequency spectrum, while the bright yellow finish provides unmistakable visual identification in the studio. Built to handle aggressive playing styles and downtuned tracking, this guitar rewards precision and power in equal measure for layered, dynamic guitar work.
Playability & Construction
The neck-thru-body design with mahogany body and three-piece maple neck creates a rigid, tonally cohesive platform that minimizes phase cancellation and delivers consistent sustain across multiple takes. The 27" baritone scale and 24 extra-jumbo frets on a macassar ebony fingerboard accommodate aggressive fretting and precise intonation across all eight strings, with the extended scale providing excellent articulation when tracking at standard F#-B-E-A-D-G-B-E tuning for lower-register productions.
Tone & Electronics
The Fishman Fluence SRC Signature 3-Voice pickups deliver three distinct voicings accessible via 5-way switch and push-pull control, enabling rapid tonal adjustment during mixing and overdub sessions without re-recording. The Hipshot hardtail bridge with string-thru-body design maximizes mass transfer and tuning stability through extended session work, while LTD locking tuners ensure the low extended strings hold frequency lock across demanding recording scenarios.
Key Features
- Neck-thru-body construction with mahogany body and three-piece maple neck
- 8-string baritone guitar at 27" scale length
- Macassar ebony fingerboard with 24 extra-jumbo frets
- Fishman Fluence SRC Signature 3-Voice pickups
- 5-way switch with push-pull voice selection control
- Hipshot hardtail bridge with string-thru-body configuration
- LTD locking tuners
- Bright yellow finish
- Standard F#-B-E-A-D-G-B-E tuning
- ESP hardshell form fit case included
This SC-608 combines aggressive tonal versatility, rock-solid hardware, and a distinctive aesthetic—ideal for home and professional studios demanding extended-range capability and consistent tracking performance.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| 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" Scale |
| Frets | 24 Frets |
| Fretboard | Ebony |
| Neck Wood | Maple |
| Neck Construction | Neck-Thru-Body |
| Bridge | Hipshot |
| Strings | 8 |
| Orientation | Right handed |
| Model Year | 2024 |
| Made In | South Korea |
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Djent
- ✓ Progressive
- ✓ Drop Tunings
- ✓ Extended Range
Not the best pick for
- – Jazz
- – Country
- – Folk
Skill level: Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What tuning does this guitar come set up for?
The SC-608 ships set to standard F#-B-E-A-D-G-B-E tuning, which is the baritone 8-string standard. The 27-inch scale length and Hipshot hardtail with locking tuners are designed to handle this extended range reliably.
How do the Fishman Fluence pickups work, and can I switch between voicings?
The Fishman Fluence SRC Signature 3-Voice pickups offer three distinct tonal characters accessible via a 5-way switch with an additional push-pull voice selection control, letting you change voicings on the fly without re-cabling. This gives you rapid tonal shaping from balanced to aggressive while maintaining clarity across all strings.
What makes the neck-thru construction important for this style of playing?
Neck-thru-body construction with a mahogany body and three-piece maple neck creates a rigid, tonally cohesive platform that resists feedback and delivers consistent sustain—essential for heavy, downtuned playing where feedback control and extended resonance matter in both live and studio settings.
Is this guitar suitable for beginners or intermediate players?
The SC-608 is engineered for advanced and professional players; the 8-string extended range, 24 extra-jumbo frets, and 27-inch baritone scale are best suited to musicians with experience in drop-tuned and extended-range techniques. This is not an entry-level instrument.
How does the Hipshot hardtail bridge help with tuning stability?
The Hipshot hardtail bridge uses a string-thru-body design that maximizes mass transfer and tuning stability across all eight strings, keeping the extended low strings locked in securely during aggressive fretting and demanding sessions.
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 $126 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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