ESP

Japan, est. 1970s · 266 products across 1 categories

266

Total Products

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.

Founded

1970s

Country

Japan

Segment

Premium

Target

ESP primarily caters to serious guitarists and bassists seeking high-performance

Known For

Explorer-style guitars The Eclipse series’ sleek design Collaboration with influential metal guitarists High-performance locking tremolo systems Custom shop level craftsmanship

PROS

• 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

CONS

• 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 E-II T-6 HS Ice Blue Sparkle

T Style Guitars

$3,718

Nut width 42 mm (1.65") Scale 648 mm (25.51") Fingerboard radius 305 mm (12.01") Body Alder body

Electric Guitar, Body: Alder, Neck-through-body: Maple, Fingerboard: Ebony, Neck...

4.4 AudioFu Score

ESP E-II SN-III Flicker GunMet BK

ST Style Guitars

$3,950

Nut width 42 mm (1.65") Scale 648 mm (25.51") Fingerboard radius 305 mm (12.01") Body Alder body

Electric Guitar, Body: Alder, Bolt-on neck: Roasted maple, Fingerboard: Ebony, Neck...

4.5 AudioFu Score

ESP E-II SN-III Flicker CGS

ST Style Guitars

$3,950

Nut width 42 mm (1.65") Scale 648 mm (25.51") Fingerboard radius 305 mm (12.01") Body Alder body

Electric Guitar, Body: Alder, Top: Maple, Bolt-on neck: Roasted maple, Fingerboard: Ebony,...

4.7 AudioFu Score

ESP E-II Maverick GunMetallic BK

ST Style Guitars

$4,183

Nut width 42 mm (1.65") Scale 648 mm (25.51") Fingerboard radius 305 mm (12.01") Body Alder body

Electric Guitar, Body: Alder, Set neck: Maple, Fingerboard: Ebony, Neck profile: Thin...

4.8 AudioFu Score

ESP E-II Maverick FR II Andromeda

ST Style Guitars

$4,183

Nut width 42 mm (1.65") Scale 648 mm (25.51") Fingerboard radius 305 mm (12.01") Body Alder body

Electric Guitar, Body: Alder, Set-in neck: Maple, Fingerboard: Ebony, Neck profile:...

4.4 AudioFu Score

ESP E-II Horizon FR GunMetallic BK

ST Style Guitars

$4,183

Nut width 42 mm (1.65") Scale 648 mm (25.51") Fingerboard radius 305 mm (12.01") Body Mahogany body

Electric Guitar, Body: Mahogany, Top: Maple, Set-in neck: Maple, Fingerboard:...

4.5 AudioFu Score

ESP E-II Horizon FR II Andromeda

ST Style Guitars

$4,183

Nut width 42 mm (1.65") Scale 648 mm (25.51") Fingerboard radius 305 mm (12.01") Body Mahogany body

Electric Guitar, Body: Mahogany, Top: Maple, Neck-through-body: Maple, Fingerboard:...

4.7 AudioFu Score

ESP LTD TH-400 SM

T Style Guitars

$1,091

Nut width 42 mm (1.65") Scale 648 mm (25.51") Fingerboard radius 350 mm (13.78") Body Mahogany body

Electric Guitar, Body: Mahogany, Bolt-on 3-piece neck: Roasted maple, Fingerboard: Rosewood, Neck...

4.5 AudioFu Score

ESP Edwards E-ALEXI SAWTOOTH

Signature Guitars

$2,323

Nut width 42 mm (1.65") Scale 648 mm (25.51") Frets 24 frets Body Alder body

Electric Guitar, Alexi Laiho Signature model, Body: Alder, Neck0-thru-body: Maple,...

4.9 AudioFu Score

ESP Edwards E-SCYTHE

Heavy Guitars

$2,730

Nut width 42 mm (1.65") Scale 648 mm (25.51") Frets 24 frets Body Alder body

Electric Guitar, Alexi Laiho Signature model, Body: Alder, Neck-thru-body: Maple, Fingerboard:...

4.4 AudioFu Score

ESP E-II Eclipse BLKS

Single Cut Guitars

$3,311

Nut width 42 mm (1.65") Scale 628 mm (24.72") Fingerboard radius 305 mm (12.01") Body Mahogany body

Electric Guitar, Body: Mahogany, Top: Maple, 3-Piece maple neck, Fingerboard: Ebony, Fingerboard...

4.7 AudioFu Score

ESP E-II Alexi Ripped Sawtooth

Heavy Guitars

$3,950

Nut width 42 mm (1.65") Scale 648 mm (25.51") Body Alder body

Electric guitar, Body: Alder, Neck-through-body: Maple, Fingerboard: Ebony (Diospyros...

4.7 AudioFu Score

ESP Edwards E-KATAKANA

Heavy Guitars

$2,730

Nut width 42 mm (1.65") Scale 648 mm (25.51") Frets 24 frets Body Alder body

Electric Guitar, Alexi Laiho Signature model, Body: Alder, Neck-through-body: Maple,...

4.9 AudioFu Score

ESP Edwards E-ARROWHEAD

Heavy Guitars

$2,730

Nut width 42 mm (1.65") Scale 648 mm (25.51") Frets 24 frets Body Alder body

Electric Guitar, Alexi Laiho Signature model, Body: Alder, Neck-thru-body: Maple, Fingerboard:...

4.4 AudioFu Score

ESP Edwards E-AL-166 BLACKY

Heavy Guitars

$2,730

Nut width 42 mm (1.65") Scale 648 mm (25.51") Frets 24 frets Body Alder body

Electric Guitar, Alexi Laiho Signature, Body: Alder, Neck-thru-body: Maple, Fingerboard:...

4.6 AudioFu Score

ESP Eclipse USA Raspberry

Single Cut Guitars

$6,972

Nut width 42 mm (1.65") Scale 629 mm (24.76") Fingerboard radius 305 mm (12.01") Body Mahogany body

Electric Guitar, ESP custom shop USA, Body: Mahogany, Top: Maple, Neck: Mahogany,...

4.5 AudioFu Score

ESP Eclipse USA Aqua Marine SB

Single Cut Guitars

$6,740

Nut width 42 mm (1.65") Scale 629 mm (24.76") Fingerboard radius 305 mm (12.01") Body Mahogany body

Electric Guitar, ESP custom shop USA, Body: Mahogany, Top: Maple, Neck: Mahogany,...

4.6 AudioFu Score

ESP Eclipse USA ST Black SB

Single Cut Guitars

$6,740

Nut width 42 mm (1.65") Scale 629 mm (24.76") Fingerboard radius 305 mm (12.01") Body Mahogany body

Electric Guitar, ESP custom shop USA, Body: Mahogany, Top: Maple, Neck: Mahogany,...

4.7 AudioFu Score

ESP Eclipse Custom Tiger Eye SB

Single Cut Guitars

$9,064

Nut width 42 mm (1.65") Scale 629 mm (24.76") Fingerboard radius 305 mm (12.01") Body Mahogany body

Electric Guitar, ESP custom shop Japan, Body: Mahogany, Top: Maple, Neck: Mahogany,...

4.4 AudioFu Score

ESP RZK-II Richard Z Kruspe Burnt

Signature Guitars

$9,296

Scale 648 mm (25.51") Fingerboard radius 305 mm (12.01") Body Alder body Fingerboard Rosewood fingerboard

Electric Guitar, Richard Z. Kruspe (Rammstein) Signature model, Body: Alder, Top:...

4.4 AudioFu Score

ESP PHOENIX-201 BK

Heavy Guitars

$696

Nut width 42 mm (1.65") Scale 648 mm (25.51") Fingerboard radius 350 mm (13.78") Body Mahogany body

Electric Guitar, Body: Mahogany, Neck: Set-in 3-ply mahogany, Fingerboard: Rosewood, Neck profile:...

4.7 AudioFu Score

ESP LTD AW-XJ7B ET OG BLKS

7 String Guitars

$3,125

Nut width 48 mm (1.89") Scale 686 mm (27.01") Fingerboard radius 400 mm (15.75") Strings 7-string

7-String Baritone Electric Guitar, Body: Swamp ash, Top: Swamp ash, Bolt-on 5-piece neck:...

4.5 AudioFu Score

ESP LTD EC-2025 50TH Anniv MG ltd

Single Cut Guitars

$1,800

Nut width 42 mm (1.65") Scale 629 mm (24.76") Fingerboard radius 350 mm (13.78") Body Mahogany body

Electric Guitar, Body: Mahogany, Set-in neck: Mahogany, Fingerboard: Ebony, Neck...

4.8 AudioFu Score

ESP LTD TE-1000 Silver Blast

T Style Guitars

$1,742

Nut width 42 mm (1.65") Scale 648 mm (25.51") Fingerboard radius 350 mm (13.78") Body Ash body

Electric Guitar, Body: Swamp ash, Bolt-on neck: Roasted maple, Fingerboard: Ebony, Neck...

4.5 AudioFu Score

ESP LTD SN-1000 HT Silver Blast

ST Style Guitars

$1,858

Nut width 42 mm (1.65") Scale 648 mm (25.51") Body Ash body Fingerboard Ebony fingerboard

Electric Guitar, Body: Swamp ash, Bolt-on neck: Roasted maple, Fingerboard: Ebony,...

4.8 AudioFu Score

ESP LTD MH-1000NT BB BLK

ST Style Guitars

$1,901

Nut width 42 mm (1.65") Scale 648 mm (25.51") Body Mahogany body Fingerboard Ebony fingerboard

Electric Guitar, Body: Mahogany, Top: Maple, Set-in three-piece neck: Maple, Fingerboard:...

4.3 AudioFu Score

ESP LTD M-1007B ET Granite Sparkle

Heavy Guitars

$2,439

Nut width 48 mm (1.89") Scale 686 mm (27.01") Strings 7-string Body Alder body

7-String Baritone Electric Guitar, Body: Alder, Set-in three-piece neck: Maple,...

4.4 AudioFu Score

ESP LTD Arrow-1000 CARS Fluence

Heavy Guitars

$2,091

Nut width 42 mm (1.65") Scale 648 mm (25.51") Body Mahogany body Fingerboard Ebony fingerboard

Electric Guitar, Body: Mahogany, Set-in three-piece neck: Maple, Fingerboard: Ebony,...

4.6 AudioFu Score

ESP LTD SC-608 Baritone YEL

Signature Guitars

$2,300

Nut width 54 mm (2.13") Scale 686 mm (27.01") Fingerboard radius 350 mm (13.78") Strings 8-string

8-String Electric Guitar, Stephen Carpenter (Deftones) Signature Model, Body: Mahogany,...

4.7 AudioFu Score

ESP LTD AS-1 FR Alex Skolnick LB

Single Cut Guitars

$2,439

Nut width 43 mm (1.69") Scale 629 mm (24.76") Fingerboard radius 350 mm (13.78") Body Mahogany body

Electric Guitar, Alex Skolnick (Testament) signature model, Body: Mahogany,...

4.4 AudioFu Score

ESP LTD RZK-III OW

Heavy Guitars

$2,582

Nut width 42 mm (1.65") Scale 648 mm (25.51") Fingerboard radius 350 mm (13.78") Body Alder body

Electric Guitar, Richard Z. Kruspe (Rammstein) Signature model, Body: Alder, 3-piece...

4.5 AudioFu Score

ESP LTD MH-1000 Black Ocean

ST Style Guitars

$1,858

Nut width 42 mm (1.65") Scale 648 mm (25.51") Body Mahogany body Fingerboard Ebony fingerboard

Electric Guitar, Body: Mahogany, Top: Quilted maple, 3-Piece neck-thru-body: Maple,...

4.7 AudioFu Score

ESP Eclipse SC SD CH RED RMB

Single Cut Guitars

$6,740

Nut width 42 mm (1.65") Scale 629 mm (24.76") Frets 22 frets Fingerboard radius 305 mm (12.01")

Electric Guitar, Body: Mahogany, Bolt-on neck: Mahogany, Fingerboard: Ebony, Fingerboard...

4.8 AudioFu Score

ESP Eclipse FR QM SD TES

Premium Guitars

$6,972

Nut width 43 mm (1.69") Scale 629 mm (24.76") Frets 22 frets Body Mahogany body

Electric Guitar, Body: Mahogany, Top: Quilted maple, Set-in neck: Mahogany, Fingerboard:...

4.4 AudioFu Score

ESP LTD BB-600 Baritone Signature

Baritone Guitars

$2,091

Nut width 42 mm (1.65") Scale 686 mm (27.01") Body Mahogany body Fingerboard Ebony fingerboard

Baritone Electric Guitar, Ben Burnley (Breaking Benjamin) Signature Model, Body:...

4.7 AudioFu Score

ESP LTD EC-10 BLK Bundle

Electric Guitar Sets

$445

Nut width 42 mm (1.65") Scale 628 mm (24.72") Fingerboard radius 350 mm (13.78") Body Basswood body

4.7 AudioFu Score

ESP Eclipse FM SD STBLKCSB

Single Cut Guitars

$6,391

Nut width 42 mm (1.65") Scale 628 mm (24.72") Fingerboard radius 305 mm (12.01") Body Mahogany body

Electric Guitar, Body: Mahogany, Top: Flamed maple, 3-piece neck-thru-body: Maple,...

4.9 AudioFu Score

ESP LTD EC-200DX BLB

Single Cut Guitars

$543

Nut width 42 mm (1.65") Scale 628 mm (24.72") Fingerboard radius 350 mm (13.78") Body Poplar body

Electric Guitar, Body: Poplar, Top: Flamed maple, Bolt-on neck: Roasted maple, Fingerboard:...

4.6 AudioFu Score

ESP LTD M-200DX NT BLB

ST Style Guitars

$579

Nut width 42 mm (1.65") Scale 648 mm (25.51") Body Poplar body Fingerboard Rosewood fingerboard

Electric Guitar, Body: Poplar, Top: Poplar burl, Bolt-on neck: Roasted maple, Fingerboard:...

4.9 AudioFu Score

ESP LTD Phoenix QM Tobacco Burst

Alternative Design Guitars

$1,626

Nut width 42 mm (1.65") Fingerboard radius 350 mm (13.78") Body Mahogany body Fingerboard Ebony fingerboard

Electric Guitar, Body: Mahogany, Top: Quilted maple, Three-piece neck through body:...

4.8 AudioFu Score

ESP LTD GH-SV-200 BLK

Heavy Guitars

$929

Nut width 42 mm (1.65") Scale 629 mm (24.76") Fingerboard radius 350 mm (13.78") Body Mahogany body

Electric Guitar, Gary Holt (Exodus) Signature model, Body: Mahogany, Bolt-on 3-piece neck:...

4.3 AudioFu Score

ESP LTD TED-EC BLK

Single Cut Guitars

$2,207

Nut width 42 mm (1.65") Scale 629 mm (24.76") Fingerboard radius 350 mm (13.78") Body Mahogany body

Electric Guitar, Ted Aguilar (Death Angel) Signature Model, Body: Mahogany, Three-piece...

4.4 AudioFu Score

ESP LTD Volsung Oxblood Satin

Double Cut Guitars

$2,174

Nut width 42 mm (1.65") Scale 629 mm (24.76") Fingerboard radius 350 mm (13.78") Body Mahogany body

Electric Guitar, Lars Frederiksen (Rancid) Signature Model, Body: Mahogany, Three-piece,...

4.6 AudioFu Score

ESP LTD Arrow-1007B Evertune Black

7 String Guitars

$2,149

Nut width 48 mm (1.89") Scale 686 mm (27.01") Strings 7-string Body Mahogany body

7-String Baritone Electric Guitar, Arrow 1000 Deluxe Series, Body: Mahogany,...

4.7 AudioFu Score

ESP LTD EC-1007B Evertune Black

7 String Guitars

$2,381

Nut width 48 mm (1.89") Scale 686 mm (27.01") Strings 7-string Body Mahogany body

7-String Electric Guitar, Body: Mahogany, Top: Maple, 3-Piece neck-thru-body:...

4.4 AudioFu Score

ESP LTD EC-01 FT Olympic White

Single Cut Guitars

$1,452

Nut width 43 mm (1.69") Scale 629 mm (24.76") Fingerboard radius 350 mm (13.78") Body Mahogany body

Electric Guitar, Body: Mahogany, 3-Piece neck-thru-body: Mahogany, Fingerboard:...

4.7 AudioFu Score

ESP LTD EC-256 Vintage Gold Satin

Single Cut Guitars

$673

Nut width 42 mm (1.65") Fingerboard radius 350 mm (13.78") Body Mahogany body Fingerboard Jatoba fingerboard

Electric Guitar, Body: Mahogany, 3-Piece neck: Mahogany, Fingerboard: Roasted...

4.6 AudioFu Score

ESP LTD Volsung 200 Black Satin

Double Cut Guitars

$812

Nut width 42 mm (1.65") Scale 629 mm (24.76") Body Mahogany body Fingerboard Jatoba fingerboard

Electric Guitar, Body: Mahogany, 3-Piece glued-in neck: Mahogany, Fingerboard: roasted...

4.6 AudioFu Score

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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.

About ESP

ESP Products

ESP E-II T-6 HS Ice Blue Sparkle

ESP E-II SN-III Flicker GunMet BK

ESP E-II SN-III Flicker CGS

ESP E-II Maverick GunMetallic BK

ESP E-II Maverick FR II Andromeda

ESP E-II Horizon FR GunMetallic BK

ESP E-II Horizon FR II Andromeda

ESP LTD TH-400 SM

ESP Edwards E-ALEXI SAWTOOTH

ESP Edwards E-SCYTHE

ESP E-II Eclipse BLKS

ESP E-II Alexi Ripped Sawtooth

ESP Edwards E-KATAKANA

ESP Edwards E-ARROWHEAD

ESP Edwards E-AL-166 BLACKY

ESP Eclipse USA Raspberry

ESP Eclipse USA Aqua Marine SB

ESP Eclipse USA ST Black SB

ESP Eclipse Custom Tiger Eye SB

ESP RZK-II Richard Z Kruspe Burnt

ESP PHOENIX-201 BK

ESP LTD AW-XJ7B ET OG BLKS

ESP LTD EC-2025 50TH Anniv MG ltd

ESP LTD TE-1000 Silver Blast

ESP LTD SN-1000 HT Silver Blast

ESP LTD MH-1000NT BB BLK

ESP LTD M-1007B ET Granite Sparkle

ESP LTD Arrow-1000 CARS Fluence

ESP LTD SC-608 Baritone YEL

ESP LTD AS-1 FR Alex Skolnick LB

ESP LTD RZK-III OW

ESP LTD MH-1000 Black Ocean

ESP Eclipse SC SD CH RED RMB

ESP Eclipse FR QM SD TES

ESP LTD BB-600 Baritone Signature

ESP LTD EC-10 BLK Bundle

ESP Eclipse FM SD STBLKCSB

ESP LTD EC-200DX BLB

ESP LTD M-200DX NT BLB

ESP LTD Phoenix QM Tobacco Burst

ESP LTD GH-SV-200 BLK

ESP LTD TED-EC BLK

ESP LTD Volsung Oxblood Satin

ESP LTD Arrow-1007B Evertune Black

ESP LTD EC-1007B Evertune Black

ESP LTD EC-01 FT Olympic White

ESP LTD EC-256 Vintage Gold Satin

ESP LTD Volsung 200 Black Satin

Frequently Asked Questions About ESP

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