ESP E-II Parkway Drive Jeff Ling

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ESP E-II Parkway Drive Jeff Ling

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E-II Parkway Drive Jeff Ling

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Product Info

Article Number: 468644
Brand: ESP
Model: E-II Parkway Drive Jeff Ling
Category: Heavy Guitars
Price: $2,858.90

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This E-II Parkway Drive Jeff Ling is a seriously mean machine built for modern metal and aggressive rock. The thin neck and EMG pickups make it an absolute shredding weapon, while the alder body provides a solid foundation. If you're looking for a high-performance instrument that’s ready to deliver punishing riffs right out of the case, this is a fantastic choice.

Product Description

  • ESP E-II Parkway Drive Jeff Ling
  • Electric Guitar
  • Body: Alder
  • 3-Piece neck: Maple
  • Fretboard: Ebony
  • Neck profile: Extra Thin U
  • 24 XJ Frets
  • Scale: 648 mm (25.5")
  • Nut width: 42 mm
  • Pickups: EMG 60 Brushed Black Chrome (neck) and EMG 81 Brushed Black Chrome (bridge) humbuckers
  • 3-Way switch
  • 1 Volume control
  • Machine heads: Gotoh locking
  • Strings: Elixir Nano Web Light .010 - .046
  • Hardware: Black
  • Colour: Matte Black
  • Includes an ESP hardshell case
PROS
  • • Alder body delivers a tight, focused low-end and aggressive attack.
  • • Extra Thin U neck profile offers incredible speed and comfort for shredding.
  • • EMG 81/60 combo provides a searing high-gain tone with excellent clarity.
  • • Gotoh locking tuners ensure rock-solid tuning stability under heavy use.
CONS
  • • Ebony fretboard can feel somewhat slick for players preferring a more textured surface.
  • • Matte black finish is a fingerprint magnet, requiring frequent cleaning.
  • • Limited tonal versatility; primarily suited for high-gain genres.

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Key Features

Body Material Alder
Neck Material Maple
Fingerboard Ebony
Pickups EMG 60 (neck) / EMG 81 (bridge) humbuckers
Scale Length 648 mm (25.5 in)
Frets 24 XJ
Bridge Fixed bridge – likely a licensed Floyd Rose style, but specifics not listed.
Weight Approximately 8.5 lbs (3.9 kg) – typical for a guitar with alder and ebony.

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Frequently Asked Questions

The Extra Thin U is noticeably thinner than the standard ESP neck profiles, offering a faster feel, similar to some Ibanez necks but with a more vintage vibe.
Yes, the EMG pickups are standard issue and easily accessible for modifications, although some soldering experience is recommended.
Absolutely; the locking tuners and robust bridge are designed for extended range tunings and heavy use without tuning instability.

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