ESP LTD EC-1000 Duncan Vintage Black - Electric Guitar

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Aside from that, the playability of the EC-1000 is incredible. It’s every bit as good as a real ESP Eclipse guitar at half the price. Different ESP LTD EC-1000 Models Registered office: V12 Retail Finance Limited, Yorke House, Arleston Way, Solihull, B90 4LH. Authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. The one feature I personally dislike about the guitar is the inlays. I’m not a fan of the flag shaped inlays. In my opinion, they’re an eyesore, though it all boils down to preference. For what it’s worth, I personally have played both of these guitars extensively and ended up buying the EC-1000. From my experience, I felt that these two guitars are so close that I couldn’t justify shelling out the extra cash. Over the years, the company expanded, and they soon started making their own versions of well-known models. In 1983, ESP started designing custom models since getting a custom Gibson or Fender was nearly impossible at the time.

If you’re looking for a guitar that says “I am special” at very first sight, ESP LTD EC-1000 is going to satisfy you. Although in comparison with some of the other iconic ESP guitars (e.g. the legendary ESP Arrow) this model looks quite traditional, the thoughtful details like golden lining and unique abalone inlays always remind you that this is a real stunner. Stable tuningHowever, if you want to branch out and play other genres of music, there are definitely more versatile guitars out there. This version of the EC-1000 features the EverTune bridge. The EverTune bridge has a revolutionary design that ensures your guitar stays in perfect tune no matter what. It does this by keeping a constant state of tension on the strings regardless of temperature or humidity changes. If you live in an area where there is a lot of climate change or is humid, you should definitely consider this model. It sounds like it’s too good to be true, but I can assure you that it works like a dream. There’s a bit of a learning curve when it comes to setting one up properly, but once done, you basically never have to retune your guitar. ESP LTD EC-1000 is one of those (relatively rare) guitars that have their design and sound perfectly balanced. It sounds just like you would expect it to (or hope for it to) by looking at the instrument, and it looks exactly how you want it to look if you like the way it sounds. Here are its most important features one by one: Body The ESP LTD brand has an outstanding reputation for delivering quality electric guitars at affordable prices.

I've bought this guitar because i needed a solid and good sounding axe to play with the band . And i've got to say , i'm not dissapointed at all , i'm actually very impressed Now if you’ve made it this far into the review, you can tell that I think very highly of this guitar. In most regards, ESP LTD EC-1000 looks, feels, and acts as a premium instrument. Somewhat botched details such as sharp and uneven frets can therefore genuinely surprise you. Fortunately, it takes just a little patience and skills to smooth the frets into a desirable state. Still, I consider this a weak point. For example, if you’re interested in playing blues, jazz, country, or pop, a Les Paul or a Stratocaster is much better at handling low gain tones. You can find an Epiphone Les Paul or a Mexican Stratocaster for cheaper, and they’ll get the job done. The Verdict And on paper, the EC-1000 is objectively a fantastic guitar, especially when you consider the price.

ESP LTD EC-1000, Violet Andromeda Overview

I probably mentioned already that EC-1000 is one of the most popular ESP models. What I didn’t say before is that there are a couple of versions you can find. Firstly, there are different options when it comes to the bridge. The ESP Eclipse E-II is manufactured in ESP’s top of the line factory in Tokyo, Japan. This is where a lot of their custom shop guitars are made, so you can expect the very best build quality that ESP has to offer. It certainly appeals mostly to those who prefer playing heavier genres, allowing them to enjoy the benefits of its great sustain, aggressive sound, and physical predispositions for a super-fast style of play.

For customers in outlying areas of the country, the price of the Extended Warranty may be marginally higher, due to the potential for higher collection and redelivery transport costs. You can turn on the tuners, bend as much as you want, and your guitar will keep the tune regardless of what you do.But why would you? You already have EMGs/Fishman/Seymour Duncan in your guitar, and you will have a challenging time finding something better. Needless to say, it comes to a personal preference and what kind of sound you’re looking for. I own 3 primary guitars. This one, an American Ultra Stratocaster, and an ibanez RG 550 Genesis series. I would say that this is the most versatile guitar I own. And truthfully, I feel like it plays and sounds better than my other two. The model I mentioned here has a traditional fixed bridge, but you can also find ones with tremolo, Evertune, fixed tremolo, and so on. Each of the models that have something unique on them will have additional letters in the name.

If you are looking for a metal machine with a heavy tone, EMGs and a proper modern Les Paul - look no further, this is the one. LTD is ESP’s subsidiary founded in the 1990s and focusing on a mix of semi-professional quality and affordability.It’s also a lot lighter than a Les Paul, so you’ll be able to play long sessions, sitting or standing.