ESP LTD B204SM Natural Satin

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ESP LTD B204SM Natural Satin

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LTD B204SM Natural Satin

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Product Info

Article Number: 262869
Brand: ESP
Model: LTD B204SM Natural Satin
Price: $691.90

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This B204SM is a solid workhorse bass, especially for players digging that modern rock or heavier alternative sound. The ash body gives it a real presence, and the active EQ is a surprisingly powerful tool. If you're looking for a bass with a punchy, aggressive voice without the premium price tag, this is a fantastic option.

Product Description

  • ESP LTD B204SM Natural Satin
  • Bass Guitar
  • Ash body with "Spalted Maple" surface
  • Screwed 5-striped maple/palisander neck (Dalbergia latifolia)
  • Rosewood fingerboard (Dalbergia latifolia)
  • Saddle width: 40 mm
  • 24 frets
  • Pickup: 2 ESP SB-4 Humbucker
  • 1 volume and 1 balance controller
  • Active ABQ-3 3-band EQ
  • Colour: Natural satin
PROS
  • • Ash body delivers a resonant, articulate low-end response.
  • • Screwed maple/palisander neck offers stability and a comfortable feel.
  • • ESP SB-4 humbuckers provide a thick, aggressive tone suitable for rock.
  • • Active EQ enhances tonal flexibility and allows for precise shaping.
CONS
  • • Natural satin finish can be prone to fingerprints and requires diligent care.
  • • The heavier ash body may be tiring for extended playing sessions.
  • • While versatile, it leans towards heavier genres, limiting its appeal for some.

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Key Features

Body Material Ash with inSpalted Maplein surface
Neck Material 5-striped Maple/Palisander
Fingerboard Rosewood
Pickups 2 ESP SB-4 Humbucker
Scale Length 34 in
Frets 24
Strings N/A - Standard 4-String Bass Strings
Weight Approximately 11 lbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

The inSpalted Maplein is primarily aesthetic; the ash body’s tonal characteristics are the dominant factor, providing warmth and clarity.
The ABQ-3 EQ is straightforward with clearly defined controls; minor adjustments can be made quickly during performance, but extensive tweaking is best done while stationary.
While other LTD basses may offer different pickup configurations or body woods, the B204SM stands out for its ash construction and active EQ, offering a distinct sonic character.

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