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 |
| Pickup Models | Fishman Fluence (active) |
| Bridge | Hipshot |
| Strings | 8 |
| Orientation | Right handed |
| Model Year | 2024 |
| Made In | South Korea |
Who This Is For
| Best suited for | Metal, Djent, Drop Tunings, Extended Range, Progressive |
|---|---|
| Tonal character | Aggressive, extended low end, tight sustain, versatile voicings, clarity across frequency spectrum |
| Less specialized for | Jazz, Folk, Blues (it will do it; instruments voiced for that style do it more easily) |
| Skill level | Advanced / Professional |
Frequently Asked Questions
What tuning does this guitar come set up for?
The SC-608 arrives configured in standard F#-B-E-A-D-G-B-E tuning, optimized for downtuned and extended-range playing. The 27-inch baritone scale and hardware are engineered to maintain tuning stability across all eight strings.
How do the Fishman Fluence pickups work, and can I switch voicings quickly?
The Fishman Fluence SRC Signature 3-Voice pickups offer three distinct voicings accessible via a 5-way switch with push-pull voice selection control. This lets you toggle between balanced and aggressive tones rapidly without sacrificing clarity across the frequency spectrum.
Is this guitar suitable for metal and djent?
Yes—the SC-608 is purpose-built for metal, djent, drop tunings, and progressive music. The neck-thru construction, extended scale length, extra-jumbo frets, and aggressive pickup voicings deliver the tight sustain and extended low end these genres demand.
What makes the hardware on this guitar road-ready?
The Hipshot hardtail bridge with string-thru-body design maximizes mass transfer and tuning stability, while LTD locking tuners keep the extended low strings locked in across demanding sessions. Neck-thru construction resists feedback and ensures consistent sustain.
What is the fingerboard like for fast, aggressive playing?
The macassar ebony fingerboard features 24 extra-jumbo frets on a 27-inch scale, designed to accommodate aggressive fretting and fast passage work across the full extended range.
Do I pay sales tax on this order?
Sales tax is collected only on orders shipped to California; orders shipped to any other US state are not charged sales tax at checkout when you buy direct from our website. At a typical 7% rate that is an estimated $126 less at checkout than the same listed price on a marketplace, which collects sales tax as the facilitator in most states. Buyers remain responsible for any use tax their state applies. Free US shipping and 30-day returns are included.
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