ESP LTD AP-5
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ESP
LTD AP-5
Product Info
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The AP-5 is a seriously capable 5-string, offering a modern aggressive tone and fantastic playability. That thin neck and those EMG pickups make it a winner for rock, metal, and modern genres. If you’re looking for a high-performance bass without the high-end price tag, this one deserves a close look.
Product Description
- ESP LTD AP-5
- 5-String Electric Bass
- Body: Alder
- Bolt-on neck: Maple
- Fretboard: ebony
- Neck profile: Thin U
- Scale: 864 mm (34")
- Fretboard radius: 400 mm (15.75")
- Nut width: 45 mm (1.77")
- 21 XJ frets
- Pickups: EMG Brushed Black Chrome P Split Coil (neck) and EMG Brushed Black Chrome LJ5 Single Coil (bridge)
- Volume
- balance and tone controls
- Babicz FCH-5 bridge
- Strings: D'Addarío XL .045 / .065 / .085 / .105 / .125
- Colour: Candy Apple Red Satin
PROS
- • Alder body delivers a focused, punchy low-end response.
- • Thin 'U' neck profile promotes fast, comfortable playing for extended periods.
- • EMG pickups provide a modern, aggressive tone with excellent clarity.
- • Babicz bridge ensures precise intonation and enhanced sustain.
CONS
- • Candy Apple Red Satin finish can be prone to fingerprints and blemishes.
- • Bolt-on neck construction, while reliable, lacks the resonance of a set-neck.
- • The thin profile may not suit players preferring a thicker, more substantial neck.
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Key Features
Body Material
Alder
Neck Material
Maple
Fingerboard
Ebony
Pickups
EMG Brushed Black Chrome P Split Coil (neck) / EMG Brushed Black Chrome LJ5 Single Coil (bridge)
Scale Length
864 mm (34")
Frets
21 XJ
Strings
D'Addarío XL .045 / .065 / .085 / .105 / .125
Weight
Approximately 9.5 lbs (4.3 kg)
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Frequently Asked Questions
The split coil neck pickup provides a warm, rounded tone, while the single coil bridge offers a brighter, more articulate attack – offering a decent range for various playing styles.
While a set-neck *can* offer slightly more resonance, the bolt-on construction is incredibly stable and reliable, and the AP-5 still delivers plenty of sustain and a fantastic feel.
The Babicz FCH-5 is a significant upgrade, providing superior intonation accuracy and a more direct transfer of string vibration to the body, resulting in improved sustain and clarity.
