ESP LTD Viper-1001 EverTune Electric Guitar in Charcoal Metallic Satin
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- Full ESP LTD manufacturer's warranty
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Description
Sound & Tone
The single EMG 81 active humbucker gives this Viper a high-output, tightly focused voice with cutting midrange and sharp attack, while the set-thru mahogany body with maple cap adds warmth and sustain underneath the bite. The 24.75" scale keeps string tension relaxed for heavy chording, and the Macassar ebony fingerboard with stainless steel frets sharpens note definition for fast riffing and lead runs. Best suited to metal, hardcore and modern hard rock, with the EverTune bridge holding pitch dead steady through aggressive picking, long tracking sessions and stage temperature swings.
ESP LTD VIPER-1001 EVERTUNE Charcoal Metallic Satin
The VIPER-1001 EVERTUNE combines a thin, fast neck with serious hardware innovations designed for studio precision. This set-thru construction guitar delivers balanced response and consistent intonation through the EverTune bridge, which eliminates tuning drift entirely—critical for multi-take sessions, punch-ins, and tracking across different room temperatures without breaking workflow.
Playability & Recording Response
The three-piece mahogany neck with thin U contour sits naturally in the hand, enabling precise technique during tracking. The Macassar ebony fingerboard with 350mm radius supports both clean articulation and aggressive bending within a take. 22 extra-jumbo stainless steel frets ensure durability and consistent playability across the full range for session work, while the 42mm molded nut provides comfortable string spacing for clean tracking and controlled dynamics.
Tone & Recording Character
The single EMG 81 active humbucking pickup delivers high-output clarity with aggressive midrange punch, cutting through mixes with articulate definition. Black hardware and LTD locking tuners work with the EverTune constant tension bridge to maintain pitch stability throughout a session—no re-tuning between takes, no intonation drift on tracked layers, and reliable performance across punch-ins and overdubs.
Key Features
- Set-thru mahogany body with maple cap
- 24.75" scale length
- Three-piece mahogany neck with thin U contour
- Macassar ebony fingerboard with 350mm radius
- 42mm molded nut width
- 22 extra-jumbo stainless steel frets
- Block pearloid inlays
- EMG 81 active humbucking pickup
- EverTune constant tension bridge
- LTD locking tuners with black hardware
- Matching headstock
- Charcoal Metallic Satin finish
The combination of EverTune stability, aggressive EMG 81 tone, and precision fretwork makes this instrument ideal for studio tracking, home recording sessions, and any production environment where consistent intonation and tone shape your final mix.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
| Neck Construction | Neck-Thru-Body |
| Country of Manufacture | South Korea |
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Specifications
| Scale Length | 24.75" Scale |
|---|---|
| Frets | 22 Frets |
| Fretboard | Ebony |
| Neck Wood | Mahogany |
| Neck Construction | Neck-Thru-Body |
| Strings | 6 |
| Orientation | Right handed |
| Made In | South Korea |
Who This Is For
| Best suited for | Metal, Hard Rock, Djent, Drop Tunings, Touring |
|---|---|
| Tonal character | High-output, aggressive midrange, tight articulation, controlled response, punchy clarity |
| Less specialized for | Jazz, Folk, Traditional Country (it will do it; instruments voiced for that style do it more easily) |
| Skill level | Intermediate / Advanced / Professional |
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the EverTune bridge do, and why does it matter?
The EverTune constant tension bridge eliminates pitch drift entirely, maintaining tuning stability through bends, dive-bombs, and ambient temperature changes. This removes tuning maintenance from your workflow during long studio sessions or touring, so you can focus on performance without worrying about retuning between takes or songs.
Is this guitar suitable for jazz or traditional styles?
No—this guitar is engineered specifically for metal, hard rock, djent, and drop tunings. The aggressive EMG 81 tone, tight articulation, and modern playing geometry are optimized for heavy genres, not jazz, folk, or traditional country.
What is the neck profile and fretboard radius, and how do they feel?
The three-piece mahogany neck has a thin U contour that sits naturally in hand, with a 350mm-radius Macassar ebony fingerboard supporting both fast single-note runs and aggressive bending. The 42mm molded nut provides comfortable string spacing for modern technique, and 22 extra-jumbo stainless steel frets deliver durability and consistent action across the full range.
What pickup is in this guitar, and what tone does it deliver?
The single EMG 81 active humbucking pickup delivers high-output clarity with aggressive midrange punch and tight articulation, ideal for controlled response in heavy genres. It tracks cleanly through demanding playing techniques and sits well in dense mixes.
What is the scale length and body construction?
The guitar features a 24.75 inch scale length with a set-thru mahogany body and maple cap, combined with LTD locking tuners and black hardware. This construction supports the tuning stability and reliability required for touring and studio work.
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 $98 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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