ESP Edwards E-AL-166 BLACKY
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Edwards E-AL-166 BLACKY
Product Info
Article Number:
615503
Brand:
ESP
Model:
Edwards E-AL-166 BLACKY
Category:
Heavy Guitars
Price:
$2,638.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The E-AL-166 BLACKY is a seriously mean machine built for modern metal and aggressive rock. Alexi's signature influence shines through in the aggressive tone and shred-friendly neck. If you're looking for a high-performance, Japanese-made instrument with a distinct voice, this is a top contender.
Product Description
- ESP Edwards E-AL-166 BLACKY
- Electric Guitar
- Alexi Laiho Signature
- Body: Alder
- Neck-thru-body: Maple
- Fingerboard: Ebony
- Black pearloid Saw Tooth fingerboard inlays
- Neck profile: Thin U
- Scale: 648 mm (25.51")
- Nut width: 42 mm (1.65")
- Locking nut R2
- 24 Frets (frets 20-24 scalloped)
- Pickup: EMG FH2 Humbucker (bridge)
- Volume control
- MM-04 On/Off switch
- Floyd Rose FRT-2000 tremolo
- GOTOH SG360-07 machine heads
- Nickel hardware
- Colour: Metallic black matt with black high-gloss pinstripes
- Includes gig bag
- Made in Japan
PROS
- • Alder body delivers a tight, focused low-end response.
- • Thin 'U' neck profile is exceptionally comfortable for fast playing.
- • EMG FH2 provides aggressive high-output, articulate metal tones.
- • Floyd Rose FRT-2000 allows for extreme dive bombs and tuning stability.
CONS
- • The scalloped fret edges can be polarizing; not for all players.
- • Ebony fingerboard can be a bit brittle and unforgiving with heavy trem use.
- • Metallic black finish, while striking, shows fingerprints easily.
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Key Features
Body Material
Alder
Neck Material
Maple
Fingerboard
Ebony
Pickups
EMG FH2 Humbucker (bridge)
Scale Length
648 mm (25.51")
Frets
24 (20-24 scalloped)
Bridge
Floyd Rose FRT-2000
Weight
4.3 kg (9.5 lbs)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Scalloped frets offer a unique feel, reducing friction, but some find them less comfortable for clean playing and can slightly alter sustain.
The thin 'U' profile is generally comfortable, but those with very large hands might prefer a slightly thicker neck – it’s a fast neck, prioritizing speed over bulk.
The FRT-2000 is a refined, double-locking system known for its reliability and tuning stability, offering a smoother feel than some older, more basic Floyd Rose designs.
