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-01 FT CBS
Single Cut Guitars
ESP LTD WA Warbird Will Adler BK
Single Cut Guitars
ESP LTD MT-I Mick Thomson OBSM
ST Style Guitars
ESP LTD MT-130 Snow White
ST Style Guitars
ESP LTD MT-130 Sky Blue
ST Style Guitars
ESP LTD MT-130 Red
ST Style Guitars
ESP LTD MT-130 Orange
ST Style Guitars
ESP LTD MT-130 Neon Green
ST Style Guitars
ESP LTD MT-130 BLK
ST Style Guitars
ESP E-II Horizon NT-7B Hipshot
7 String Guitars
ESP LTD Horizon CTM '87 Pearl WH
ST Style Guitars
ESP LTD FL-4 Black Red Burst Satin
4-String Heavy Basses
ESP LTD MK-EC-FR BLKS
Single Cut Guitars
ESP LTD TL-6 QM Charcoal Burst
Other Acoustic Guitars
ESP LTD Arrow QM Dark Brown Burst
Heavy Guitars
ESP LTD EC-1000 QM Black Cherry FL
Single Cut Guitars
ESP LTD EX-200 Olympic White
Heavy Guitars
ESP LTD EC-256 QM Black Cherry SB
Single Cut Guitars
ESP LTD M-1000 CARS
ST Style Guitars
ESP LTD HEX-200 Nergal BLKS
Heavy Guitars
ESP James Hetfield Vulture OW
Heavy Guitars
ESP E-II M-II Neck Thru Snow White
ST Style Guitars
ESP E-II Arrow NT Nebula Black Bst
Heavy Guitars
ESP LTD EX Black Metal LH
Lefthanded Guitars
ESP E-II BTL-5 Black Natural Burst
5-String Basses
ESP LTD EX-7 Baritone Black Metal
Baritone Guitars
ESP LTD EC-1000 Baritone CHMS
Baritone Guitars
ESP LTD EC-1000T CTM FM VS LH
Single Cut Guitars
ESP LTD EC-1000 QM STPSB
Single Cut Guitars
ESP LTD Viper-1000 Black Cherry
Double Cut Guitars
ESP LTD TE-201 Black LH
Lefthanded Guitars
ESP LTD Arrow-1000NT CHMS LH
Lefthanded Guitars
ESP LTD Arrow-1000NT CHMS
Heavy Guitars
ESP LTD SN-1007 Baritone HT BK Bl
Baritone Guitars
ESP LTD M-201HT Black Satin LH
Lefthanded Guitars
ESP LTD M-201HT Black Satin
ST Style Guitars
ESP LTD Arrow-200 MGS LH
Heavy Guitars
ESP LTD EC-201 Black Satin LH
Lefthanded Guitars
ESP KH-2 Vintage Distressed Black
Premium Guitars
ESP E-II M-I Thru NT DCARS
ST Style Guitars
ESP E-II Horizon 3 FM FR STBLKSB
ST Style Guitars
ESP E-II Horizon FR-II EMG STBCSB
ST Style Guitars
ESP E-II EX NT SW
Heavy Guitars
ESP E-II Horizon FR-II EMG TESB
ST Style Guitars
ESP E-II Horizon NT-II EMG STBCSB
ST Style Guitars
ESP LTD EC-1000FR Black Satin
Single Cut Guitars
ESP E-II M-II LH STBLK
Lefthanded 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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