ESP E-II EX NT SW
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E-II EX NT SW
Product Info
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This E-II EX NT SW is a serious contender for any player wanting a high-quality, Japanese-made instrument. The mahogany body and EMG pickups deliver a ferocious tone perfect for modern rock and metal, while the comfortable neck makes it a joy to play. It's a premium-priced option that punches well above its weight class.
Product Description
- ESP E-II EX NT SW
- Electric Guitar
- Body: Mahogany
- Set-in neck: Mahogany
- Fretboard: Ebony
- Neck profile: Thin U
- 22 X-Jumbo frets
- Fretboard radius: 305 mm
- Nut: Bone
- Nut width: 42 mm
- Scale length: 629 mm
- Pickups: EMG 81 (bridge) and EMG 60 (neck) Brushed Black Chrome Humbucker
- Volume and tone controls
- 3-Way switch
- Gotoh TOM bridge and tailpiece
- Black hardware
- Gotoh locking machine heads
- Strings: Elixir Nanoweb Light (.010/.013/.017/.026/.036/.046)
- Colour: Snow White
- Includes case
- Made in Japan
PROS
- • Mahogany body provides rich, warm sustain and a powerful low-end.
- • Thin 'U' neck profile offers exceptional comfort and fast playing feel.
- • EMG 81/60 combo delivers aggressive high-gain tones with clarity and articulation.
- • Gotoh locking tuners ensure rock-solid tuning stability even with heavy use.
CONS
- • The heavier mahogany construction might be tiring for extended playing sessions.
- • Ebony fretboard, while smooth, can be brittle and susceptible to cracking in very dry climates.
- • The tonal palette, while excellent for rock and metal, lacks versatility for cleaner, more nuanced genres.
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Key Features
Body Material
Mahogany
Neck Material
Mahogany
Fingerboard
Ebony
Pickups
EMG 81 (bridge) / EMG 60 (neck) Humbuckers
Scale Length
629 mm
Frets
22 X-Jumbo
Bridge
Gotoh TOM Bridge & Tailpiece
Weight
Approximately 8.8 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Thin U profile is a step up from some of ESP's thicker neck options, offering a faster feel, but still maintaining a comfortable grip for various hand sizes.
Yes, lighter finishes like Snow White tend to highlight minor scratches and wear more than darker colors, so a case and careful handling are recommended.
The EMG 81/60 pairing handles drop tunings exceptionally well, retaining clarity and aggression even with lower tunings and heavier distortion.
