ESP E-II Eclipse FR Charcoal Burst

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ESP E-II Eclipse FR Charcoal Burst

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E-II Eclipse FR Charcoal Burst

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Product Info

Article Number: 565371
Brand: ESP
Model: E-II Eclipse FR Charcoal Burst
Price: $3,518.90

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This E-II Eclipse FR is a serious contender for players wanting a premium instrument without the ultra-high-end price tag. The Fluence pickups offer a surprising amount of tonal flexibility, and the Floyd Rose tremolo opens up a lot of creative possibilities. It's a great choice for rock, metal, and even more nuanced genres, especially if you appreciate a comfortable, fast neck and a resonant mahogany core.

Product Description

  • ESP E-II Eclipse FR Charcoal Burst
  • Body: Mahogany
  • Top: Quilted Maple
  • Neck: Mahogany
  • Construction: Set-Thru
  • Neck Profile: Thin
  • Fingerboard: Ebony
  • Fingerboard Radius: 305 mm (12")
  • Nut width: 42 mm (1.65")
  • Nut: Locking
  • Scale Length: 629 mm (24. 75")
  • Frets: 22 XJ Stainless
  • Pickups: Neck: Fishman Fluence Modern Humbucker Alnico Black
  • Bridge: Fishman Fluence Modern Humbucker Ceramic Black
  • Controls: Volume
  • Volume
  • Tone (Push/Pull)
  • Toggle switch
  • Bridge: Floyd Rose Original SE
  • Machine Heads: Gotoh Locking
  • Hardware: Black; Strings: Elixir Nanoweb Super Light (Art.#152173#)
  • Finish: Charcoal Sunburst
  • Includes EC Guitar Form Fit Case
PROS
  • • Mahogany body delivers rich, warm sustain and excellent resonance.
  • • Thin neck profile and ebony fingerboard offer incredible speed and comfort.
  • • Fishman Fluence pickups provide versatile tones, from clean to high-gain.
  • • Floyd Rose tremolo allows for expressive vibrato and dive bombs.
CONS
  • • Mahogany construction contributes to a notably heavier instrument.
  • • Charcoal Burst finish, while beautiful, may show fingerprints easily.
  • • The push/pull tone control can add complexity for some players.

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Key Features

Body Material Mahogany with Quilted Maple Top
Neck Material Mahogany
Fingerboard Ebony
Pickups Fishman Fluence Modern Humbucker (Alnico/Ceramic)
Scale Length 629 mm (24.75")
Frets 22 XJ Stainless Steel
Bridge Floyd Rose Original SE
Weight Approximately 8.5 lbs (3.9 kg)

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Frequently Asked Questions

The Alnico/Ceramic pairing offers a wider dynamic range – the Alnico provides warmth and vintage character, while the Ceramic delivers a tighter, more aggressive response.
The 'Thin' neck profile is designed for speed and comfort, which may be a bit slender for some; it's best suited for players who prefer a thinner, faster neck.
While the Floyd Rose requires a bit of learning, the locking nut and Gotoh tuners make restringing relatively straightforward; setup will require some basic tremolo adjustment knowledge.

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