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Best ESP T Style Guitars 2025

Premium ESP t style guitars - legendary tone and craftsmanship

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

PRICE RANGES: Under $100 Under $200 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 Country For Blues For Rock For Punk For Indie For Alternative
BRANDS: Fender Harley Benton Squier Larry Carlton Suhr Reverend Schecter Maybach ESP FGN PRS Ibanez
ESP LTD TE-200 SW - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#1

ESP LTD TE-200 SW

by ESP
Indie Alternative Punk
Key Feature:
• Bright, cutting single-coil tone
✓ PROS
  • • Classic Telecaster twang
  • • Simple, reliable electronics
✗ CONS
  • • Single-coils prone to hum
  • • May lack warmth for jazz

ESP LTD TE-200 SWElectric GuitarBody: Mahogany3-Piece bolt-on neck: MapleFretboard: Roasted JatobaNeck profile: Thin...

⭐ 4.9/5 (24 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 385455
$582
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ESP LTD TE-1007 Baritone BB - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#2

ESP LTD TE-1007 Baritone BB

by ESP
Indie Blues Country
Key Feature:
• Simple, reliable electronics
✓ PROS
  • • Classic Telecaster twang
  • • Bright, cutting single-coil tone
✗ CONS
  • • May lack warmth for jazz
  • • Less comfortable body edges

ESP LTD TE-1007 Baritone BB7-String Baritone Electric GuitarBody: Swamp ashBolt-on neck: Roasted mapleFingerboard:...

⭐ 4.5/5 (4 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 608676
$1,902
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ESP LTD TE-200DX PB - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#3

ESP LTD TE-200DX PB

by ESP
Rock Alternative Country
Key Feature:
• Classic Telecaster twang
✓ PROS
  • • Versatile for clean and dirty tones
  • • Classic Telecaster twang
✗ CONS
  • • May lack warmth for jazz
  • • Bridge pickup can be harsh

ESP LTD TE-200DX PBElectric GuitarBody: PoplarTop: Poplar burlBolt-on neck: Roasted mapleFingerboard:...

⭐ 4.8/5 (48 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 593620
$534
Buy at Thomann View Details
ESP LTD TE-200DX BLB - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#4

ESP LTD TE-200DX BLB

by ESP
Country Indie Rock
Key Feature:
• Bright, cutting single-coil tone
✓ PROS
  • • Versatile for clean and dirty tones
  • • Bright, cutting single-coil tone
✗ CONS
  • • Single-coils prone to hum
  • • Limited tonal variety

ESP LTD TE-200DX BLBElectric GuitarBody: PoplarTop: Poplar burlBolt-on neck: Roasted mapleFingerboard:...

⭐ 4.9/5 (12 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 593619
$549
Buy at Thomann View Details
ESP LTD TE-200 TSB - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#5

ESP LTD TE-200 TSB

by ESP
Alternative Rock Punk
Key Feature:
• Great note definition
✓ PROS
  • • Great note definition
  • • Classic Telecaster twang
✗ CONS
  • • May lack warmth for jazz
  • • Less comfortable body edges

ESP LTD TE-200 Rosewood TSBElectric GuitarBody: Mahogany3-Piece bolt-on neck: MapleFretboard: JatobaNeck profile: Thin...

⭐ 4.7/5 (34 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 385456
$593
Buy at Thomann View Details
ESP LTD TE-1000 Silver Blast - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#6

ESP LTD TE-1000 Silver Blast

by ESP
Alternative Blues Rock
Key Feature:
• Versatile for clean and dirty tones
✓ PROS
  • • Bright, cutting single-coil tone
  • • Classic Telecaster twang
✗ CONS
  • • Limited tonal variety
  • • Bridge pickup can be harsh

ESP LTD TE-1000 Silver BlastElectric GuitarBody: Swamp ashBolt-on neck: Roasted mapleFingerboard: EbonyNeck profile:...

⭐ 4.4/5 (24 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 608668
$1,924
Buy at Thomann View Details
ESP TE-II HT E BH TEAL MRBL SD - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#7

ESP TE-II HT E BH TEAL MRBL SD

by ESP
Blues Rock Punk
Key Feature:
• Bright, cutting single-coil tone
✓ PROS
  • • Great note definition
  • • Bright, cutting single-coil tone
✗ CONS
  • • May lack warmth for jazz
  • • Single-coils prone to hum

ESP TE-II HT E BH TEAL MRBL SDElectric GuitarBody: MahoganyTop: Quilted mapleBolt-on neck: MapleFingerboard: MapleNeck...

⭐ 4.9/5 (17 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 607238
$5,389
Buy at Thomann View Details
ESP LTD Eclipse ´87 Rainbow CRK - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#8

ESP LTD Eclipse ´87 Rainbow CRK

by ESP
Blues Rock Punk
Key Feature:
• Bright, cutting single-coil tone
✓ PROS
  • • Great note definition
  • • Versatile for clean and dirty tones
✗ CONS
  • • Less comfortable body edges
  • • Bridge pickup can be harsh

ESP LTD Eclipse ´87 Rainbow CRKElectric GuitarBody: MahoganyNeck-thru: MapleFretboard: EbonyNeck profile: Thin UScale...

⭐ 4.7/5 (42 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 526014
$989
Buy at Thomann View Details
ESP LTD TED 600T SW - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#9

ESP LTD TED 600T SW

by ESP
Alternative Indie Rock
Key Feature:
• Versatile for clean and dirty tones
✓ PROS
  • • Simple, reliable electronics
  • • Versatile for clean and dirty tones
✗ CONS
  • • Less comfortable body edges
  • • May lack warmth for jazz

ESP LTD TED 600T SWElectric GuitarTed Aguilar (Death Angel) Signature ModelMahogany bodyMaple topNeck-thru-body neck:...

⭐ 4.7/5 (19 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 459040
$1,154
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How to Choose the Best T Style 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 t style 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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