ESP LTD Alexi Ripped Sawtooth
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ESP
LTD Alexi Ripped Sawtooth
Product Info
Article Number:
527897
Brand:
ESP
Model:
LTD Alexi Ripped Sawtooth
Category:
Heavy Guitars
Price:
$1,758.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The Alexi Ripped Sawtooth is a serious contender for metalheads and aggressive players. The neck-through design and EMG pickup combination deliver a tight, powerful sound with incredible sustain, while the Floyd Rose tremolo offers expressive possibilities. It’s a premium-priced instrument built for performance, but its aggressive voicing means it’s best suited for high-gain genres.
Product Description
- ESP LTD Alexi Ripped Sawtooth
- Electric Guitar
- Body: Alder
- Neck-through-body neck: Maple
- Fingerboard: Macassar ebony (Diospyros celebica)
- Neck shape: Thin U
- Fretboard radius: 350 mm (13.78")
- Fingerboard inlays: Sawtooth
- Locking nut
- Nut width: 41.3 mm (1.62")
- Scale: 648 mm (25.5")
- 24 X-Jumbo frets
- Pickup: EMG HZ FH-2 humbucker (bridge)
- Volume control
- 3-Way switch
- Tremolo: Floyd Rose 1000
- Grover tuners
- Chrome hardware
- Original strings: D'Addario XL120 (.009/.011/.016/.024/.032/.042)
- Colour: Purple Fade Matte with Ripped Pinstripes
- Incl. case
PROS
- • Alder body provides a balanced, resonant tone with excellent sustain.
- • Thin 'U' neck profile offers comfortable playability for fast shredding and technical playing.
- • EMG HZ FH-2 pickup delivers high-output, aggressive tones ideal for metal and modern rock.
- • Floyd Rose 1000 tremolo allows for wide vibrato and dive bombs with reliable tuning stability.
CONS
- • The purple fade finish, while striking, can be prone to showing handling marks.
- • Neck-through construction contributes to a heavier overall instrument; may be tiring for some.
- • The aggressive pickup voicing limits versatility for cleaner, more nuanced playing styles.
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Key Features
Body Material
Alder
Neck Material
Maple
Fingerboard
Macassar Ebony
Pickups
EMG HZ FH-2 humbucker (bridge)
Scale Length
648 mm (25.5")
Frets
24 X-Jumbo
Bridge
Floyd Rose 1000
Weight
Approximately 8.5 lbs (3.9 kg)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Macassar ebony is denser and smoother than rosewood, providing a faster feel and a more refined look. It's also generally more resistant to wear, though it can be more susceptible to cracking in extremely dry climates.
It's a comfortable 'thin U', not as slim as a modern 'C' shape. It has a slight 'U' contour but isn't overly bulky, offering a good balance between comfort and sustain.
Yes, the 1000 series offers enhanced locking capabilities and smoother action compared to the base 1000. It’s noticeably more stable and easier to adjust, contributing to overall tuning reliability.
