ESP E-II Horizon FR-II EMG TESB
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ESP
E-II Horizon FR-II EMG TESB
Product Info
Article Number:
515564
Brand:
ESP
Model:
E-II Horizon FR-II EMG TESB
Category:
ST Style Guitars
Price:
$3,628.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The E-II Horizon FR-II EMG TESB is a seriously impressive instrument. The combination of mahogany and quilted maple delivers a fantastic balance of warmth and clarity, while the EMG pickups provide a modern, aggressive edge. This guitar is ideal for players seeking a high-performance, shred-ready instrument with a comfortable feel and stunning aesthetics.
Product Description
- ESP E-II Horizon FR-II EMG TESB
- Electric guitar
- Body: Mahogany
- Top: Quilted maple
- Continuous 3-piece neck: Maple
- Fingerboard: Ebony
- Neck profile: thin U
- Fretboard radius: 305 mm
- Nut width: 42 mm
- Scale: 648 mm
- 24 XJ frets
- Neck pickup: Black Chrome
- brushed
- EMG 66TW
- Bridge pickup: Black Chrome humbucker
- brushed
- EMG 57TW
- 1 Volume control with push/pull function
- 1 Tone control with push/pull function
- 3-Way switch
- Vibrato: Original Floyd Rose
- Hardware: Black
- Original strings: Elixir Nanoweb Super Light (.009/.011/.016/.024/.032/.042)
- Colour: Tiger Eye Sunburst
- Incl. case
- Made in Japan
PROS
- • Mahogany body provides a warm, resonant foundation for a powerful tone.
- • EMG 66TW/57TW pickups deliver high-output, articulate performance across genres.
- • Floyd Rose tremolo allows for extreme dive bombs and expressive vibrato.
- • Japanese craftsmanship ensures exceptional build quality and long-term reliability.
CONS
- • Mahogany body contributes to a relatively heavy feel, potentially fatiguing for some.
- • Limited tonal versatility compared to guitars with more pickup options.
- • Premium-priced, putting it out of reach for budget-conscious players.
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Mahogany with Quilted Maple Top
Neck Material
Maple
Fingerboard
Ebony
Pickups
EMG 66TW (Neck) / EMG 57TW (Bridge)
Scale Length
648 mm (25.5 in)
Frets
24 XJ
Bridge
Original Floyd Rose Tremolo
Weight
Approximately 4.2 kg (9.3 lbs)
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Frequently Asked Questions
The thin ‘U’ offers a slightly flatter feel than a ‘C’, providing a faster, more modern playing experience, particularly for players with smaller hands or those who prefer a less rounded grip.
While they are high-end, EMG pickups are generally serviceable. Replacement parts are available, and there's a wealth of online resources for DIY repairs or modifications, though professional installation is recommended.
Yes, the push/pull functions on the volume and tone knobs offer coil-splitting and phase reversal options, expanding the guitar’s tonal palette and versatility beyond its stock humbucker configuration.
