ESP
Japan, est. 1970s · 284 products across 1 categories
About ESP
ESP, originally Electric Sound Products, emerged from the vibrant Japanese music scene of the 1970s, initially as a distributor for foreign brands. Recognizing a demand for high-quality, customizable instruments, ESP transitioned to manufacturing their own guitars and basses, quickly establishing a reputation for aggressive aesthetics, rock-solid construction, and a commitment to catering to the metal and hard rock communities. Today, ESP is a globally recognized brand synonymous with powerful performance and distinctive design.
- • Exceptional build quality and hardware
- • Aggressive aesthetics appeal to rock/metal players
- • Wide range of models for diverse playing styles
- • Excellent sustain and powerful tone
- • Customization options offer unique personalization
- • Premium-priced, limiting accessibility for some players
- • Aesthetic can be polarizing, not universally appealing
- • Can be heavy, impacting long playing sessions
- • Factory finishes may require professional polishing
- • Limited acoustic guitar offerings compared to competitors
ESP Products
ESP LTD EC-1000T CTM FM VS
Single Cut Guitars
ESP LTD PHOENIX-7 Barit. Bl. Metal
7 String Guitars
ESP LTD SN-1007 Bar HT BK Bl LH
Lefthanded Guitars
ESP LTD Arrow-200 MGS
Heavy Guitars
ESP Snakebyte Camo
Heavy Guitars
ESP LTD EC-1000FR LH Black Satin
Lefthanded Guitars
ESP LTD Alexi Ripped Sawtooth
Heavy Guitars
ESP LTD Alexi Hexed Sawtooth LH
Lefthanded Guitars
ESP LTD Alexi Hexed Sawtooth
Heavy Guitars
ESP LTD Eclipse ´87 Rainbow CRK
T Style Guitars
ESP E-II SN-2 BM NBLKB
ST Style Guitars
ESP E-II Eclipse FT FM SD VHB
Single Cut Guitars
ESP E-II Eclipse QM RDB
Single Cut Guitars
ESP LTD GB-4 Vintage White
4-String Basses
ESP LTD EC-1000FR See Thru Black
Single Cut Guitars
ESP LTD EC-1000 Evertune BB BLKS
Single Cut Guitars
ESP LTD EC-1000 Gold Andromeda
Single Cut Guitars
ESP LTD H-1008 Baritone Evertune
8 String Guitars
ESP LTD M-HT Arctic Metal SWS
ST Style Guitars
ESP LTD EC-FR Black Metal BLKS
Single Cut Guitars
ESP LTD EX-Black Metal Black Satin
Heavy Guitars
ESP LTD Sparrowhawk BLK
Signature Guitars
ESP LTD SC-20 3-Tone Burst
Signature Guitars
ESP LTD KH-3 Spider
Signature Guitars
ESP E-II Eclipse DB GRANSP
Single Cut Guitars
ESP LTD JM-II Josh Middleton BSB
ST Style Guitars
ESP KH-3 Spider
Single Cut Guitars
ESP Eclipse Custom BLM
Single Cut Guitars
ESP LTD Surveyor´87 Black
4-String P-Basses
ESP LTD M-1 Custom ´87 Candy Apple
Heavy Guitars
ESP LTD Phoenix Vintage White
Alternative Design Guitars
ESP LTD Phoenix Black Metal BLKS
Heavy Guitars
ESP LTD EC-1000 BP BLUNFD
Single Cut Guitars
ESP LTD SC-607 B PS
Signature Guitars
ESP LTD MH-1007ET BLK
7 String Guitars
ESP LTD EC 1000 TFM HBS F LH
Lefthanded Guitars
ESP LTD Vulture BLKS
Heavy Guitars
ESP LTD TA-604 FRX BLKS
Signature Basses
ESP LTD Snakebyte LH BKLS
Lefthanded Guitars
ESP LTD Snakebyte SW
Heavy Guitars
ESP LTD Snakebyte BKLS
Heavy Guitars
ESP LTD Iron Cross LH SW
Lefthanded Guitars
ESP LTD Iron Cross SW
Single Cut Guitars
ESP LTD WA Warbird incl Case
Single Cut Guitars
ESP LTD TED 600T SW
T Style Guitars
Frequently Asked Questions About ESP
While ESP headquarters remain in Japan, many instruments are manufactured in both Japan and China, with Japanese-made models typically commanding a higher price point and considered to be of superior quality.
ESP guitars, particularly those with Floyd Rose tremolo systems, often require more precise setup and adjustments than simpler designs, but are generally stable once properly configured.
Yes, ESP offers a selection of their guitars and basses in left-handed versions, although availability may vary depending on the specific model.
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