Best ESP 7 String Guitars 2025

Premium ESP 7 string guitars - legendary tone and craftsmanship

Last updated: October 29, 2025 • Next update: November 5, 2025

PRICE RANGES: Under $300 Under $500 Under $800 Under $1,000 Under $2,000 Under $5,000

SKILL LEVELS: For Beginner For Intermediate For Professional For Advanced

GENRES & STYLES: For Metal For Progressive Rock For Djent For Jazz Fusion For Modern Rock For Extended Range

BRANDS: Harley Benton Solar Guitars Schecter Ibanez ESP Jackson

ESP E-II Horizon FR-7 QM BTB - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.8/5 (52 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

7/10

ESP E-II Horizon FR-7 QM BTB

by ESP

Jazz Fusion Modern Rock Metal

Key Feature:

• Extended low-end range

✓ PROS

• Versatile for rhythm and lead
• Extended low-end range

✗ CONS

• Wider neck requires adjustment
• Higher string tension

ESP E-II Horizon FR-7 QM BTB7-String Electric GuitarBody: MahoganyTop: Quilted maple3-Strip maple neckFretboard:...

⭐ 4.8/5 (52 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 434445

$3,739

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ESP E-II T-B7 Snow White - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.6/5 (20 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

8/10

ESP E-II T-B7 Snow White

by ESP

Djent Extended Range Modern Rock

Key Feature:

• Great for drop tunings

✓ PROS

• Extended low-end range
• Modern metal sound

✗ CONS

• Wider neck requires adjustment
• Higher string tension

ESP E-II T-B7 Snow WhiteElectric Guitar7-StringNeck-thru body constructionAlder bodyMaple neckEbony fretboard...

⭐ 4.6/5 (20 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 413304

$2,914

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ESP LTD AW-XJ7B ET OG BLKS - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 5.0/5 (16 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

7/10

ESP LTD AW-XJ7B ET OG BLKS

by ESP

Jazz Fusion Djent Progressive Rock

Key Feature:

• Versatile for rhythm and lead

✓ PROS

• Increased harmonic possibilities
• Modern metal sound

✗ CONS

• Higher string tension
• More complex chord fingerings

ESP LTD AW-XJ7B ET OG BLKS7-String Baritone Electric GuitarBody: Swamp ashTop: Swamp ashBolt-on 5-piece neck:...

⭐ 5.0/5 (16 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 608688

$2,958

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ESP LTD MH-1007ET BLK - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.6/5 (25 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

8/10

ESP LTD MH-1007ET BLK

by ESP

Metal Progressive Rock Extended Range

Key Feature:

• Great for drop tunings

✓ PROS

• Extended low-end range
• Great for drop tunings

✗ CONS

• More complex chord fingerings
• May need specialized amplification

ESP LTD MH-1007ET BLK7-String Electric GuitarBody: MahoganyTop: MapleThree-piece neck: MapleFretboard: Macassar...

⭐ 4.6/5 (25 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 461334

$1,726

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ESP LTD EC-257 Black Satin - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.9/5 (30 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

8/10

ESP LTD EC-257 Black Satin

by ESP

Metal Djent Progressive Rock

Key Feature:

• Extended low-end range

✓ PROS

• Increased harmonic possibilities
• Modern metal sound

✗ CONS

• Learning curve for traditional players
• Wider neck requires adjustment

ESP LTD EC-257 Black Satin7-String Electric GuitarBody: Mahogany3-Stripe set-thru neck: MahoganyFretboard: Roasted...

⭐ 4.9/5 (30 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 431686

$604

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ESP E-II Horizon NT-7B Hipshot - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.6/5 (56 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

8/10

ESP E-II Horizon NT-7B Hipshot

by ESP

Extended Range Progressive Rock Jazz Fusion

Key Feature:

• Extended low-end range

✓ PROS

• Extended low-end range
• Increased harmonic possibilities

✗ CONS

• May need specialized amplification
• Higher string tension

ESP E-II Horizon NT-7B Hipshot7-String Electric GuitarBody: Alder3-Piece neck: MapleFingerboard: EbonyFingerboard...

⭐ 4.6/5 (56 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 593757

$3,299

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⭐ 4.9/5 (55 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

8/10

ESP LTD Arrow-1007B Evertune Black

by ESP

Extended Range Djent Progressive Rock

Key Feature:

• Great for drop tunings

✓ PROS

• Versatile for rhythm and lead
• Increased harmonic possibilities

✗ CONS

• Higher string tension
• May need specialized amplification

ESP LTD Arrow-1007B Evertune Black7-String Baritone Electric GuitarArrow 1000 Deluxe SeriesBody: Mahogany3-Piece...

⭐ 4.9/5 (55 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 584657

$2,089

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ESP LTD SH 7ETFM STP - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.8/5 (21 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

8/10

ESP LTD SH 7ETFM STP

by ESP

Progressive Rock Modern Rock Metal

Key Feature:

• Increased harmonic possibilities

✓ PROS

• Extended low-end range
• Great for drop tunings

✗ CONS

• Higher string tension
• More complex chord fingerings

ESP LTD SH 7ETFM STP7-String Electric GuitarBrian "Head" What a SignatureBody: BasswoodTop: MapleContinuous...

⭐ 4.8/5 (21 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 459031

$2,419

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ESP LTD EC-407 Black Satin - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.5/5 (50 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

8/10

ESP LTD EC-407 Black Satin

by ESP

Jazz Fusion Progressive Rock Djent

Key Feature:

• Versatile for rhythm and lead

✓ PROS

• Modern metal sound
• Versatile for rhythm and lead

✗ CONS

• Learning curve for traditional players
• Wider neck requires adjustment

ESP LTD EC-407 Black Satin7-String Electric GuitarMahogany bodyMaple topSet-in maple neckFretboard: Pau FerroFrets: 24...

⭐ 4.5/5 (50 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 271688

$1,209

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ESP LTD PHOENIX-7 Barit. Bl. Metal - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#10

⭐ 4.9/5 (44 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

6/10

ESP LTD PHOENIX-7 Barit. Bl. Metal

by ESP

Extended Range Metal Modern Rock

Key Feature:

• Modern metal sound

✓ PROS

• Versatile for rhythm and lead
• Increased harmonic possibilities

✗ CONS

• Higher string tension
• Wider neck requires adjustment

ESP LTD PHOENIX-7 Barit. Bl. Metal7-String Electric GuitarPhoenix SeriesBody: MahoganyNeck: 3-piecemahoganyFingerboard:...

⭐ 4.9/5 (44 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

6/10

Art. 535847

$1,319

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ESP LTD EC-1007 Evertune BLK - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#11

⭐ 4.9/5 (14 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

6/10

ESP LTD EC-1007 Evertune BLK

by ESP

Djent Jazz Fusion Metal

Key Feature:

• Versatile for rhythm and lead

✓ PROS

• Extended low-end range
• Great for drop tunings

✗ CONS

• May need specialized amplification
• Wider neck requires adjustment

ESP LTD EC-1007 Evertune BLK7-String Electric GuitarBody: MahoganyTop: MapleSet-in set-thru neck: MahoganyFretboard:...

⭐ 4.9/5 (14 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

6/10

Art. 431551

$1,319

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ESP LTD SN1007 Baritone HT Fire - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#12

⭐ 4.7/5 (2 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

7/10

ESP LTD SN1007 Baritone HT Fire

by ESP

Progressive Rock Extended Range Metal

Key Feature:

• Increased harmonic possibilities

✓ PROS

• Modern metal sound
• Versatile for rhythm and lead

✗ CONS

• Wider neck requires adjustment
• May need specialized amplification

ESP LTD SN1007 Baritone HT Fire7-String Electric GuitarBody: Swamp Ash5-Piece bolt-on neck: Roasted maple /...

⭐ 4.7/5 (2 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 584689

$2,199

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ESP E-II T-B7 Black Satin - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#13

⭐ 4.8/5 (55 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

8/10

ESP E-II T-B7 Black Satin

by ESP

Metal Progressive Rock Extended Range

Key Feature:

• Increased harmonic possibilities

✓ PROS

• Extended low-end range
• Great for drop tunings

✗ CONS

• More complex chord fingerings
• Wider neck requires adjustment

ESP E-II T-B7 Black Satin7-String Electric GuitarNeck-thru-body constructionBody: AlderNeck: MapleFretboard:...

⭐ 4.8/5 (55 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 458164

$2,914

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ESP LTD MH-17KIT BLK - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#14

⭐ 4.6/5 (9 reviews)

Sound:

7/10

Build:

7/10

Value:

9/10

ESP LTD MH-17KIT BLK

by ESP

Extended Range Jazz Fusion Djent

Key Feature:

• Great for drop tunings

✓ PROS

• Great for drop tunings
• Versatile for rhythm and lead

✗ CONS

• Learning curve for traditional players
• May need specialized amplification

ESP LTD MH-17KIT BLK7-String Electric GuitarBody: BasswoodNeck: MapleFretboard: Roasted jatobaNeck profile: Thin...

⭐ 4.6/5 (9 reviews)

Sound:

7/10

Build:

7/10

Value:

9/10

Art. 462818

$296

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ESP LTD EC-1007B Evertune Black - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#15

⭐ 5.0/5 (28 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

7/10

ESP LTD EC-1007B Evertune Black

by ESP

Metal Progressive Rock Modern Rock

Key Feature:

• Versatile for rhythm and lead

✓ PROS

• Modern metal sound
• Increased harmonic possibilities

✗ CONS

• Wider neck requires adjustment
• More complex chord fingerings

ESP LTD EC-1007B Evertune Black7-String Electric GuitarBody: MahoganyTop: Maple3-Piece neck-thru-body:...

⭐ 5.0/5 (28 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 584621

$2,177

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How to Choose the Best 7 String Guitars

Budget Planning

• Under $200: Entry-level
• $200-$500: Intermediate
• $500-$1000: Advanced
• $1000+: Professional

Quality Check

• Sound clarity & tone
• Build materials & finish
• Hardware durability
• Overall craftsmanship

Key Features

• Your musical style
• Skill level match
• Intended use case
• Brand reputation

Frequently Asked Questions

Key factors include build quality, sound characteristics, playability, brand reputation, warranty coverage, and value for money. Consider your musical style, skill level, and intended use to find the best match.

Budget depends on your needs and experience level. Beginners can find quality options for $200-500, intermediate players should consider $500-1500 range, while professionals often invest $1500+ for premium features.

Higher-priced 7 string guitars typically offer better materials, craftsmanship, and performance. They're worth it if you're serious about music, perform regularly, or need professional-grade features.

Top brands combine quality, innovation, and reliability. We evaluate brands based on build quality, sound performance, durability, and customer satisfaction to recommend the best options for different budgets.

Both have advantages. Online offers better prices and selection, while stores allow hands-on testing. We recommend researching online first, then testing in stores if possible. Many online retailers offer excellent return policies.

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ESP LTD EC-257 Black Satin

ESP E-II Horizon NT-7B Hipshot

ESP LTD Arrow-1007B Evertune Black

ESP LTD SH 7ETFM STP

ESP LTD EC-407 Black Satin

ESP LTD PHOENIX-7 Barit. Bl. Metal

ESP LTD EC-1007 Evertune BLK

ESP LTD SN1007 Baritone HT Fire

ESP E-II T-B7 Black Satin

ESP LTD MH-17KIT BLK

ESP LTD EC-1007B Evertune Black

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