LTD, E-II and Signature Series ranges received their 2018 updates, a total of 54 six, seven, and eight-string models.
The new ESP electrics catalog will be stronger for 54 new six/seven/eight-string models in 2018. LTD, E-II and Signature Series ranges were updated, with ESP Original and ESP USA updates expected later throughout the year. LTD was, of course the most heavily updated of the three segments, claiming 38 models. Their names are: Arrow 200, EC-1000, EC-1000 Duncan, EC-1000 Evertune, EC-1000 Fluence, EC-1000S Fluence, EC-1007 Evertune, EC-1008 Evertune, EC-257, EC-258, EC-Black Metal, EX-200, FRX-400, FRX-407, H-1001, H-1007, H-200FM, H3-1000, M-1007 Multi-Scale, M-1008 Multi-Scale, M-200, M-200FM, M-Black Metal, MH-10, MH-1000NT, MH-17, MH-200, MH-200QM NT, MH-203QM, MH-400B, MH-400M, MH-400NT M, SN-1000HT, Viper-201B, Viper-256, Viper-400M, and Viper-7-Black Metal. The new E-II class models include: E-II Eclipse DB, E-II Horizon FR-7, E-II Horizon NT-II, E-II Horizon Sugizo CTM, E-II M-II NT Hipshot, and E-II M-II-7 NT Hipshot. The signature models introduced belong to the LTD class, accounting for the final 10 of 54 models introduced for this model year. The new signatures include: GL-KAMI4, KH-602, MK-600, Nergal-6, NW-44, SC-20, SC-608 Baritone, SCT-607 Baritone, Sparrowhawk, and Volsung.
ESP LTD Arrow 200 is the new basic model of the Arrow series. It brings a beveled mahogany body, set-in neck, 24-fret jatoba fingerboard, ESP Designed pickups, and licensed Floyd Rose bridge. For further info and the full specs list, check Arrow-200 detail page on our site or jump over to ESP Guitars official website.
ESP LTD EC-1000 brings a refreshed specs list of EC series` flagship model, offering mahogany/flame maple body, set-thru mahogany neck, Seymour Duncan Custom-5/Jazz pickups combo, and Macassar ebony fingerboard. For further info and the full specs list, check EC-1000 detail page on our site or jump over to ESP Guitars official website.
ESP LTD EC-1000 Duncan is an LTD Deluxe class Eclipse, loaded with Duncan`s legendary JB/59 pickups combo and outfitted with gold-plated hardware, all-black paint, and Tonepros/LTD combined hardware. For further info and the full specs list, check EC-1000 Duncan detail page on our site or jump over to ESP Guitars official website.
ESP LTD EC-1000 Evertune is the regular Deluxe class EC-1000 with the Evertune bridge instead of the classic two-piece hardtail. Other standard 1000 hardware and build features apply. For further info and the full specs list, check EC-1000 Evertune detail page on our site or jump over to ESP Guitars official website.
ESP LTD EC-1000 Fluence rocks the standard EC-1000 construction & styling (mahogany/maple body, mahogany neck, ebony fingerboard), and Fishman`s active Fluence Modern pickups with double voicing (“active attack”/”passive attack”). For further info and the full specs list, check EC-1000 Fluence detail page on our site or jump over to ESP Guitars official website.
ESP LTD EC-1000S Fluence is another variant on the Fluence theme. it rocks the stealthy black livery w/white details, a mahogany body, mahogany neck, ebony fingerboard, and LTD/Tonepros combined hardware. For further info and the full specs list, check EC-1000S Fluence detail page on our site or jump over to ESP Guitars official website.
ESP LTD EC-1007 Evertune combines the standard seven-string Eclipse 1000 construction & design with the Evertune bridge. Additionally, EMG`s 81-7/60-7 replace the ubiquitous Seymour Duncan and Fishman combos. For further info and the full specs list, check EC-1007 Evertune detail page on our site or jump over to ESP Guitars official website.
ESP LTD EC-1008 Evertune takes things to another level, offering Eclipse fans an unprecedented tonal range, together with rock-solid tuning/intonation, and monstrous tone provided by EMG`s 81/60 eight-string humbuckers. For further info and the full specs list, check EC-1008 Evertune detail page on our site or jump over to ESP Guitars official website.
ESP LTD EC-257 offers affordable specs, stealthy styling, and extended reach. It is perfect for players who want to explore extreme metal on budget or want to dip their toes in seven-string sea. For further info and the full specs list, check EC-257 detail page on our site or jump over to ESP Guitars official website.
ESP LTD EC-258 expands on the 257 idea, offering an additional string. Mahogany neck/body construction, ESP Designed humbucking pickups, LTD hardware (bridge/tuners), and fast neck are all there. For further info and the full specs list, check EC-258 detail page on our site or jump over to ESP Guitars official website.
ESP LTD EC-Black Metal is the most extreme EC model ever created. It is roughly equivalent to the LTD 1000 models, offering all-mahogany body, set-thru mahogany neck, single Seymour Duncan bridge pickup, and stealthy styling. For further info and the full specs list, check EC-Black Metal detail page on our site or jump over to ESP Guitars official website.
ESP LTD EX-200 is the only EX series update introduced this time. The lower-intermediate class six-stringer brings a mahogany body, set-in neck, ESP Designed LH-150 pickups, and LTD hardware. For further info and the full specs list, check EX-200 detail page on our site or jump over to ESP Guitars official website.
ESP LTD FRX-400 is the new intermediate class FRX six-stringer. The wildly designed axe rocks all-mahogany body, set-in neck, EMG 81/60 pickups, and Floyd Rose Special bridge are among the core features. For further info and the full specs list, check FRX-400 detail page on our site or jump over to ESP Guitars official website.
ESP LTD FRX-407 adds the low B string to the 400 mix, keeping the standard 25.5” scale and other construction and design features. Satin Black is the only color options for both models. For further info and the full specs list, check FRX-407 detail page on our site or jump over to ESP Guitars official website.
ESP LTD H-1001 is one of only four models introduced into the H series lineup. The highlights include mahogany/maple body, set-thru neck construction, Seymour Duncan Pegasus/Sentient humbuckers, and Hipshot/LTD combined hardware. For further info and the full specs list, check H-1001 detail page on our site or jump over to ESP Guitars official website.
ESP LTD H-1007 is an upscale seen-stringer, made for player who aim at becoming pros. Highlight features include mahogany/maple body, mighty & versatile Seymour Duncan pickups, combined Hipshot/LTD hardware, and set-thru neck. For further info and the full specs list, check H-1007 detail page on our site or jump over to ESP Guitars official website.
ESP LTD H-200FM aims at players who are seeking a quality six-string metal guitar on a budget. It brings mahogany/flame maple body, set-in neck, 24-fret jatoba fingerboard, and stock pickups. For further info and the full specs list, check H-200FM detail page on our site or jump over to ESP Guitars official website.
ESP LTD H-408B is one of several baritone models introduced for 2018. Like the rest of the 400 class-mates, it rocks a solid mahogany body w/set neck, brand-name pickups, and heavy duty hardware. For further info and the full specs list, check H-408B detail page on our site or jump over to ESP Guitars official website.
ESP LTD H3-1000 brings the new and updated H series design which mixes the classic H with FRX elements. Main features include a mahogany/flame maple body, set-thru neck, Seymour Duncan Custom-5/Jazz pickups, and LTD/Tonepros combined hardware. For further info and the full specs list, check H3-1000 detail page on our site or jump over to ESP Guitars official website.
ESP LTD M-1007 Multi-Scale is one of only two compound-scale models introduced for 2018. It rocks a solid mahogany/flame maple body, bolted neck w/ebony fingerboard, 25.5”-27” scale, and Seymour Duncan`s slanted humbuckers. For further info and the full specs list, check M-1007 Multi-Scale detail page on our site or jump over to ESP Guitars official website.
ESP LTD M-1008 Multi-Scale completes the compound-scale duo (the other half is M-1007 Multi-Scale) and brings the same set of specs and features as its seven-string sibling. For further info and the full specs list, check M-1008 Multi-Scale detail page on our site or jump over to ESP Guitars official website.
ESP LTD M-200 is the new budget-friendly M six-stringer. Main features include a solid mahogany body, a three-piece maple neck (set-in), ESP Designed LH-150 pickups, and a licensed Floyd bridge. For further info and the full specs list, check M-200 detail page on our site or jump over to ESP Guitars official website.
ESP LTD M-200FM steps up the game a notch or two with the added flame maple top. Other than that, it is identical to the standard M-200 axe. For further info and the full specs list, check M-200FM detail page on our site or jump over to ESP Guitars official website.
ESP LTD M-Black Metal is a part of the brand new Black Metal series, a line of exclusive (LTD Deluxe-class) axes made for uncompromising players. Alder body wings, through-body maple neck, Seymour Duncan electronics, and Floyd Rose 1000 bridge are among the highlights. For further info and the full specs list, check M-Black Metal detail page on our site or jump over to ESP Guitars official website.
ESP LTD MH-10 is a beginner-class axe, a simple six-stringer made for inexperienced players to learn the ropes. Core features include a basswood body, maple neck, stock pickups, and LTD hardware. For further info and the full specs list, check MH-10 detail page on our site or jump over to ESP Guitars official website.
ESP LTD MH-1000NT comes clad in See Thru Purple and brings a mahogany/quilt maple body, set-thru neck, mighty Seymour Duncan pickups (Sentient/Pegasus), Tonepros/LTD combined hardware, and a 24-fret fingerboard. For further info and the full specs list, check MH-1000NT detail page on our site or jump over to ESP Guitars official website.
ESP LTD MH-17 will be the most affordable seven-string model in LTD`s 2018 catalog. It will feature a basswood body, bolt-on neck, stock ESP Designed pickups, and LTD hardware. For further info and the full specs list, check MH-17 detail page on our site or jump over to ESP Guitars official website.
ESP LTD MH-200 is a lower intermediate class axe, made for rehearsal and learning purposes mainly. Key features include a basswood body, licensed Floyd Rose bridge, stock ESP Designed humbuckers, LTD tuners. For further info and the full specs list, check MH-200 detail page on our site or jump over to ESP Guitars official website.
ESP LTD MH-200QM NT takes the MH-200 standard specs and throws a quilt maple top into the mix. All other features except the bridge unit (it is now a string-thru TOM), remain the same. For further info and the full specs list, check MH-200QM NT detail page on our site or jump over to ESP Guitars official website.
ESP LTD MH-203QM is the only currently available LTD MH model with three pickups (ESP Designed LH150/LS120 set). Other major features include licensed Floyd Rose bridge, Basswood/quilt maple body, and maple neck. For further info and the full specs list, check MH-203QM detail page on our site or jump over to ESP Guitars official website.
ESP LTD MH-400B is an affordable baritone model, a six-string axe made for heavy duty usage on either rhythm or lead side. Core features include mahogany body wings, through-body maple neck, EMG pickups, and string-thru TOM bridge. For further info and the full specs list, check MH-400B detail page on our site or jump over to ESP Guitars official website.
ESP LTD MH-400M is an all-mahogany variant of the classic MH-400, it brings an all-mahogany body (back + top), neck-thru-body construction, Seymour Duncan pickups, and Floyd Rose Special bridge. For further info and the full specs list, check MH-400M detail page on our site or jump over to ESP Guitars official website.
ESP LTD MH-400NT M Is the same as the previous model, with the only major change being in the bridge section where the string-thru TOM replaces the Floyd Rose. For further info and the full specs list, check MH-400NT M detail page on our site or jump over to ESP Guitars official website.
ESP LTD SN-1000HT is the only Snapper series update this time. It brings the classic ESP Snapper body made of alder, bolt-on maple neck, passive Seymour Duncan pickups, and classic styling. For further info and the full specs list, check SN-1000HT detail page on our site or jump over to ESP Guitars official website.
ESP LTD Viper-201B is a baritone axe (27” scale) with six-string construction, offset mahogany body, set in neck (also made of mahogany), roasted jatoba fingerboard, and stock pickups & hardware. For further info and the full specs list, check Viper-201B detail page on our site or jump over to ESP Guitars official website.
ESP LTD Viper-256 offers a clever mix of 200 and 400 specs and features. The end result includes a solid mahogany body, set-in mahogany neck, and stock hardware & electronics. For further info and the full specs list, check Viper-256 detail page on our site or jump over to ESP Guitars official website.
ESP LTD Viper-400M comes in with an all-mahogany construction, stripped-down styling, and combined stock/brand name hardware and electronics. Like all of the 400M models, this one`s available only in Natural Satin. For further info and the full specs list, check Viper-400M detail page on our site or jump over to ESP Guitars official website.
ESP LTD Viper-7-Black Metal completes the initial Black Metal series lineup, being the only seven-stringer on the roster. Core features include an offset mahogany body, two-piece hardtail bridge, Seymour Duncan electronics, and set-thru neck construction. For further info and the full specs list, check Viper-7-Black Metal detail page on our site or jump over to ESP Guitars official website.
ESP E-II Eclipse DB is among the boldest and visually most forward models of 2018 catalog. Key features include mahogany/maple body w/set-thru neck, active EMG 57/66 pickups, and 22-fret ebony fingerboard. For further info and the full specs list, check Eclipse DB detail page on our site or jump over to ESP Guitars official website.
ESP E-II Horizon FR-7 will be available this may, though the pre-orders will soon be available. Key features include a mahogany/quilt maple body w/set-thru neck, EMG 57/66 pickups, and premium hardware. For further info and the full specs list, check Horizon FR-7 detail page on our site or jump over to ESP Guitars official website.
ESP E-II Horizon NT-II rocks the modern gradation paint scheme (Blue-Purple Gradation). The main features include a solid Horizon body (mahogany wings, maple through-body neck, quilt maple top), EMG 57/66 pickups, and Gotoh hardware. For further info and the full specs list, check Horizon NT-II detail page on our site or jump over to ESP Guitars official website.
ESP E-II Horizon Sugizo CTM is the only signature model introduced into the E-II range this time. It`s made for Sugizo, one of Japan`s most revered musicians/composers. It offers a maple through-body neck, mahogany body wings, customized Seymour Duncan pickups, and Schaller/Gotoh hardware. For further info and the full specs list, check Sugizo CTM detail page on our site or jump over to ESP Guitars official website.
ESP E-II M-II NT Hipshot is one of only two M series E-II models introduced. It offers a solid mahogany body w/quilt top and set-thru neck joint, passive Bare Knuckle pickups, and Schaller/Gotoh hardware. For further info and the full specs list, check M-II NT detail page on our site or jump over to ESP Guitars official website.
ESP E-II M-II-7 NT Hipshot expands the concept of the previous model with the low B string, other features remaining largely the same. Other notable differences include a spalted maple top instead of quilt maple. For further info and the full specs list, check M-II-7 NT detail page on our site or jump over to ESP Guitars official website.
ESP GL-KAMI4 is the only new signature model for George Lynch this time. It offers yet another variant of the classic Kamikaze styling, bringing a flat alder body, maple neck, 22-fret fingerboard, Seymour Duncan/ESP pickups, and Floyd Rose bridge. For further info and the full specs list, check KAMI4 detail page on our site or jump over to ESP Guitars official website.
ESP KH-602 is a brand new rendition of Kirk Hammett`s most popular signature model. This one comes in Purple Sparkle, bringing through-body maple neck w/alder body wings, EMG KH Signature pickups, and Floyd Rose 1000 bridge. For further info and the full specs list, check KH-602 detail page on our site or jump over to ESP Guitars official website.
ESP MK-600 is currently the only active signature model made for Mille Petrozza of Kreator. The six-stringed beast offers Arrow-shaped body, Fishman Fluence active pickups, Floyd Rose 1000 bridge, and Grover tuners. For further info and the full specs list, check MK-600 detail page on our site or jump over to ESP Guitars official website.
ESP Nergal-6 offers both low-key beauty and unbridled tonal brutality. EC-shaped mahogany body w/set-thru neck, Fishman Fluence Modern pickups, and 24-fret ebony fingerboard w/12th fret Behemoth inlay comprise the core specs. For further info and the full specs list, check Nergal-6 detail page on our site or jump over to ESP Guitars official website.
ESP NW-44`s made for Neil Westfall of A Day to Remember fame. It is a mighty and simple six-string axe based on EC design. Main offerings include a solid mahogany/maple body, Bare Knuckle Aftermath pickup, and LTD/TonePros hardware. For further info and the full specs list, check NW-44 detail page on our site or jump over to ESP Guitars official website.
ESP SC-20 is the new opening model of Stephen Carpenter`s signature series. It rocks a Horizon body (alder wings, maple center), Three pickups in HHS arrangement, and Tonepros/LTD combined hardware. For further info and the full specs list, check SC-20 detail page on our site or jump over to ESP Guitars official website.
ESP SC-608 Baritone is an eight-stringed beast with 27” scale, neck-thru body construction, active Fishman Fluence Modern pickups, and combined Hipshot/LTD hardware. Red Sparkle`s the main color option. For further info and the full specs list, check SC-608 Baritone detail page on our site or jump over to ESP Guitars official website.
ESP SCT-607 Baritone offers a T-style body w/neck-through construction, active Fishman Fluence Modern pickups (w/voicing selector), Tonepros/LTD combined hardware, and a 24-fret fingerboard. It comes in Green Sparkle finish. For further info and the full specs list, check SCT-607 Baritone detail page on our site or jump over to ESP Guitars official website.
ESP Sparrowhawk will reinforce Bill Kelliher`s signature series in 2018. It is, actually a refreshed version of an already existing model of the same name and the differences between them are largely cosmetic. For further info and the full specs list, check Sparrowhawk detail page on our site or jump over to ESP Guitars official website.
ESP LTD Volsung is another update of a pre-existing model. The new Lars Frederiksen Volsung has only shed its skin for 2018, swapping Danish Camo for a darker Distressed Black. Mahogany body, Seymour Duncan Lars Fredericksen pickups, and Tonepros/Gotoh combined hardware make up the core of this mighty Viper. For further info and the full specs list, check Volsung detail page on our site or jump over to ESP Guitars official website.
