ESP E-II Arrow SW
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E-II Arrow SW
Product Info
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The E-II Arrow SW is a seriously well-built instrument – a step up from the entry-level ESPs. It’s a shredder's dream with those EMG pickups and Floyd Rose, but still offers surprising clarity. This is perfect for metalheads, hard rock players, or anyone who wants a high-performance axe without the vintage price tag.
Product Description
- ESP E-II Arrow SW
- Electric Guitar
- Body: Alder
- 3-Piece neck-thru-body: Maple
- Fingerboard: Ebony
- Neck profile: Thin U
- Locking nut
- Nut width: 42 mm
- Scale: 648 mm
- Fingerboard radius: 305 mm
- 24 Stainless steel frets
- Pickups: EMG 81 (bridge) and EMG 85 (neck) humbuckers
- Volume control
- 3-Way switch
- Original Floyd Rose tremolo
- Black hardware
- Gotoh locking tuners
- Original strings: Elixir Nanoweb .009 -.042 (Art. #152173#)
- Colour: Snow White
- Includes case
- Made in Japan
PROS
- • Alder body provides a balanced, resonant tone with excellent sustain
- • Neck-thru construction enhances upper fret access and adds warmth
- • EMG 81/85 combo delivers aggressive high-gain and articulate cleans
- • Floyd Rose tremolo allows for wide-ranging vibrato and dive bombs
CONS
- • The thin 'U' neck profile isn't for everyone; some may prefer a thicker feel
- • Ebony fingerboard can be a bit slick for players who prefer a more textured surface
- • The aggressive pickup configuration limits versatility for cleaner, more nuanced styles
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Key Features
Body Material
Alder
Neck Material
Maple
Fingerboard
Ebony
Pickups
EMG 81 (bridge) / EMG 85 (neck) humbuckers
Scale Length
648 mm (25.5 in)
Frets
24 Stainless Steel
Bridge
Original Floyd Rose Tremolo
Weight
Approximately 8.5 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
It's thinner than the '50s profile found on some Edwards models, closer to the Wizard III, offering faster playing but less girth.
It's an ESP-branded Floyd Rose tremolo system – functionally very similar to a licensed Floyd Rose, providing reliable performance and tuning stability.
Alder is generally good at resisting feedback, but with high-gain pickups and a Floyd Rose, careful amp EQ and technique are still important to manage potential feedback.
