ESP Snakebyte Camo
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Snakebyte Camo
Product Info
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This Snakebyte Camo is a serious instrument built for modern metal and hard rock players. The mahogany body and EMG pickups deliver a ferocious tone, while the Japanese construction guarantees a top-tier feel and reliability. It's a premium-priced axe that’ll hold its own on any stage.
Product Description
- ESP Snakebyte Camo
- Electric guitar
- Body: Mahogany (Swietenia Macrophylla)
- Glued-in neck: Mahogany (Swietenia Macrophylla)
- Fingerboard: Ebony (Diospyros Crassiflora)
- Neck profile: Thin U
- Scale: 629 mm (24.75")
- Fretboard radius: 305 mm (12.01")
- Nut width: 42 mm (1.65")
- 22 Extra jumbo frets
- Pickups: 2 EMG JH "HET" SET humbuckers
- 2 Volume controls
- 3-Way toggle switch
- Tonepros Locking TOM bridge and tailpiece
- Sperzel locking tuners
- Black hardware
- Factory strings: Elixir Nanoweb Light .010 - .046
- Colour: KUIU Camo Matte
- Incl. case
- Made in Japan
PROS
- • Mahogany body delivers rich, warm sustain and powerful low-end response.
- • Ebony fingerboard offers exceptional clarity and speed for effortless playing.
- • EMG JH 'HET' pickups provide aggressive high-output and articulate modern tones.
- • Japanese craftsmanship ensures impeccable build quality and long-term reliability.
CONS
- • The mahogany construction will likely result in a substantial weight, potentially fatiguing for some players.
- • The camo finish, while unique, might not appeal to all aesthetic preferences.
- • The shorter 24.75” scale limits versatility; less suited for jazz or clean tones.
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Key Features
Body Material
Mahogany (Swietenia Macrophylla)
Neck Material
Mahogany (Swietenia Macrophylla)
Fingerboard
Ebony (Diospyros Crassiflora)
Pickups
2 EMG JH 'HET' SET humbuckers
Scale Length
629 mm (24.75")
Frets
22 Extra jumbo frets
Bridge
Tonepros Locking TOM bridge and tailpiece
Weight
Approximately 9.5 lbs (4.3 kg)
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Frequently Asked Questions
The 'Thin U' profile is relatively slim, similar to many ESP necks, but slightly fuller than their Wizard profiles, offering a comfortable balance between speed and stability.
While high-output, the JH 'HET' pickups offer surprising clarity and dynamic range, making them very usable for recording a wide range of heavier styles with proper gain staging.
The matte finish provides a unique look but can be more susceptible to fingerprints and minor scratches compared to gloss finishes; regular care is recommended.
