ESP LTD B205SM Natural Satin
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ESP
LTD B205SM Natural Satin
Product Info
Article Number:
262871
Brand:
ESP
Model:
LTD B205SM Natural Satin
Category:
5-String Basses
Price:
$735.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The B205SM is a seriously cool-looking and versatile 5-string. The roasted jatoba fretboard is a real treat, and the active EQ gives you a ton of tonal options for modern music or even dialing in some classic growl. It’s a great choice for gigging musicians wanting a premium feel without the premium price tag.
Product Description
- ESP LTD B205SM Natural Satin
- 5-String Electric Bass
- Body: Ash
- Spalted maple top
- 5-Piece bolt-on maple / rosewood neck
- Fretboard: Roasted jatoba
- Nut width: 45 mm
- 24 Frets
- Pickup system: ESP SB-5 set
- Volume- and balance control
- Active ABQ-3 EQ
- Colour: Natural Satin
PROS
- • Spalted maple top adds striking visual character and unique grain.
- • Roasted jatoba fretboard provides stability and a smooth playing feel.
- • ESP SB-5 pickups deliver a punchy, modern tone with good clarity.
- • Active ABQ-3 EQ offers extensive tonal shaping and noise reduction.
CONS
- • Ash body can be resonant, potentially amplifying unwanted vibrations if not properly setup.
- • Bolt-on neck construction, while reliable, lacks the sustain of a set-neck design.
- • Spalted maple can exhibit inconsistencies in grain and figure – visual variations are common.
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Ash with Spalted Maple Top
Neck Material
5-Piece Maple / Rosewood
Fingerboard
Roasted Jatoba
Pickups
ESP SB-5
Scale Length
34 in
Frets
24
Strings
5
Weight
9.5 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
The ABQ-3 offers significantly more tonal control, including adjustable bass, mid, treble, and a noise reduction feature, which is ideal for louder stages or recording.
Primarily cosmetic, but the unique grain patterns can subtly influence the resonance. Each bass will have a slightly different visual appearance due to the nature of spalted maple.
Bolt-on necks generally offer a snappier attack and easier access to higher frets, but often have slightly less overall sustain compared to a set-neck construction – it’s a trade-off many players prefer.
