ESP Alexi Ripped Sawtooth
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Alexi Ripped Sawtooth
Product Info
Article Number:
603110
Brand:
ESP
Model:
Alexi Ripped Sawtooth
Category:
Heavy Guitars
Price:
$7,368.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Alexi Ripped Sawtooth is a serious weapon for modern metal and aggressive rock players. The Japanese build quality and EMG pickups deliver the ferocious tone Alexi Laiho is known for, and the neck profile is seriously comfortable. It's a premium-priced instrument, but the performance and craftsmanship justify the investment for the right player.
Product Description
- ESP Alexi Ripped Sawtooth
- Electric Guitar
- Body: Alder
- Fingerboard: Ebony
- Neck-thru-body: Maple
- Neck profile: Thin U
- Fingerboard radius: 305 mm (12.01")
- Scale: 648 mm (25.51")
- Nut width: 42 (1.65")
- Bone nut
- 24 Extra Jumbo frets
- Pickups: 1 EMG HZ FH-2 humbucker (bridge) and 1 PU EMG HZ S2 single coil (neck)
- Volume control
- 3-Way switch
- ESP MM-04 Active Boost switch
- Floyd Rose Tremolo
- Gotoh locking machine heads
- Chrome hardware
- Strings: Elixir Nanoweb Super Light (.009
- .011
- .016
- .024
- .032
- .042)
- Colour: Purple Fade matt with Ripped Pinstripes
- Includes case
- Made in Japan
PROS
- • Exceptional build quality thanks to Japanese craftsmanship and premium materials.
- • EMG HZ pickups deliver aggressive, high-output tones ideal for modern metal.
- • Ebony fretboard provides a smooth, fast playing experience with excellent note definition.
- • Thin 'U' neck profile caters to players seeking comfort and effortless speed.
CONS
- • The alder body combined with the neck-thru design results in a notably heavy instrument.
- • The limited pickup configuration restricts versatility for players needing a broader sonic palette.
- • The purple fade finish with ripped pinstripes is polarizing – not universally appealing.
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Alder
Neck Material
Maple
Fingerboard
Ebony
Pickups
EMG HZ FH-2 (bridge) & EMG HZ S2 (neck)
Scale Length
648 mm (25.51")
Frets
24 Extra Jumbo
Bridge
Floyd Rose Tremolo
Weight
Approximately 4.8 kg (10.6 lbs)
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Frequently Asked Questions
The HZ set offers a more refined and modern high-gain tone with improved clarity and articulation compared to older models, while retaining the aggression.
Yes, the Floyd Rose tremolo is well-setup and offers excellent tuning stability even with extreme tremolo use, though some adjustments may be needed initially.
While the weight is significant, a comfortable strap and proper setup can make it manageable for live use, but it's something to consider if you’re sensitive to heavier instruments.
