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 SH 7ETFM STP
7 String Guitars
ESP LTD Tl-6 QM TEB
Other Acoustic Guitars
ESP LTD KH WZ
ST Style Guitars
ESP LTD KH 602 PSP
ST Style Guitars
ESP LTD KH 602 BLK
ST Style Guitars
ESP LTD GH 600 BLK
Single Cut Guitars
ESP LTD AS 1FRFM BLKAQSB
Single Cut Guitars
ESP E-II Eclipse FM BLK NAT B
Single Cut Guitars
ESP E-II T-B7 Black Satin
7 String Guitars
ESP LTD TE-200 Maple STBC LH
Lefthanded Guitars
ESP E-II M-II NT BTB
ST Style Guitars
ESP LTD EC-256 Snow White
Single Cut Guitars
ESP LTD EC-256 Black Satin
Single Cut Guitars
ESP LTD MH-10 Black
ST Style Guitars
ESP LTD MH-200QM NT STBC
ST Style Guitars
ESP LTD Arrow-200 Black
Heavy Guitars
ESP LTD EC-257 Black Satin
7 String Guitars
ESP LTD EC-258 Black Satin
8 String Guitars
ESP LTD EC-Black Metal BLKS
Single Cut Guitars
ESP LTD EC-1000ET QM DBSB
Single Cut Guitars
ESP LTD EC-1007 Evertune BLK
7 String Guitars
ESP LTD TL-6N Nylon
Other Classical Guitars
ESP LTD TL-6 BLK Lefthand
Lefthanded Acoustic Guitars
ESP Vulture BKS Hetfield
Heavy Guitars
ESP Snakebyte BLKS James Hetfield
Signature Guitars
ESP E-II Viper Baritone CHMS
Baritone Guitars
ESP LTD TA-204 FRX
Signature Basses
ESP LTD TE-200 TSB
T Style Guitars
ESP LTD TE-200 SW
T Style Guitars
ESP LTD EX-401 SW
Heavy Guitars
ESP E-II FRX FM RDB
Heavy Guitars
ESP LTD KH-202 BLK Kirk Hammett
ST Style Guitars
ESP LTD GH-200 BLK Gary Holt
Single Cut Guitars
ESP Iron Cross SW
Single Cut Guitars
ESP LTD B204SM FL Natural Satin
Fretless Basses
ESP LTD EC-256 BLK
Single Cut Guitars
ESP LTD EC-256 FM LD
Single Cut Guitars
ESP LTD EC-407 Black Satin
7 String Guitars
ESP LTD B205SM Natural Satin
5-String Basses
ESP LTD EC-10 BLK
Single Cut Guitars
ESP LTD EC1000 Vintage BK EMG LH
Lefthanded Guitars
ESP LTD B206 Natural Satin
6-String Basses
ESP LTD EC-1000 Black
Single Cut Guitars
ESP Edwards E-AL-166 PINK SAWTOOTH
Heavy Guitars
ESP M-201 Baritone HT BK
Baritone Guitars
ESP LTD MSV-1 BLK Mike Schleibaum
Heavy Guitars
ESP LTD ALR-II QM STP Andy Laroque
ST Style Guitars
ESP LTD EX-201 Black
Heavy 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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