ESP ECLIPSE 40TH TE 2015 Tiger Eye Electric Guitar #28/40
Description
ESP ECLIPSE 40TH TE 2015 Tiger Eye Electric Guitar #28/40
This ESP ECLIPSE 40th Anniversary Tiger Eye delivers the refined sustain and resonance characteristic of set-thru-neck construction paired with a thin U-profile neck that encourages fluid hand movement across the fretboard. The flamed maple top and tiger eye finish represent one of only 20 units produced in this colorway worldwide, making this serial-numbered instrument (#28/40) a tangible piece of ESP's heritage. Built for players who prioritize both visual presence and tonal consistency in a mid-sized platform.
Construction & Playability
The set-thru-neck mahogany construction with flamed maple binding on the fretboard and headstock provides superior neck-body coupling for extended sustain and resonance transfer. The thin U neck contour and 12" fingerboard radius facilitate smooth lateral movement, while the 22 XJ frets with glow-in-the-dark dots accommodate both legato phrasing and rapid position shifts across the 24.75" scale ebony fingerboard.
Electronics & Hardware
Seymour Duncan APH-1N neck and APH-1B bridge pickups deliver articulate, dynamic response across genres, with the neck position offering warm harmonic complexity and the bridge providing defined attack and sustain. Gold Gotoh locking tuners paired with a Tonepros locking TOM bridge and Gotoh tailpiece ensure precise intonation stability and reliable tuning retention through extended play sessions.
Key Features
- Set-thru-neck mahogany body construction
- Flamed maple top with tiger eye finish
- Flamed maple binding on fretboard and headstock
- 24.75" scale length
- Maple neck with thin U contour
- Ebony fingerboard with 12" radius and 22 XJ frets
- Glow-in-the-dark dot inlays
- Gold hardware throughout
- Gotoh locking tuners
- Tonepros locking TOM bridge with Gotoh tailpiece
- Seymour Duncan APH-1N neck and APH-1B bridge pickups
- Limited production #28 of 40 units in this finish
This 40th Anniversary Eclipse combines proven electronics with refined construction that rewards both recorded sessions and stage deployment.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
| Country of Manufacture | Japan |
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At a Glance
The ESP ECLIPSE 40TH TE is a limited-edition (#28/40) set-thru-neck guitar built for hard rock and metal players who demand extended sustain, articulate attack, and visual impact on stage. The thin U-profile neck and 24.75" scale encourage fluid playing across the fretboard, while Seymour Duncan APH pickups and locking hardware deliver precise intonation and tonal consistency through long sets. Its tiger eye flamed maple finish and refined resonance make it equally at home in the studio or on tour.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Hard Rock
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Progressive
- ✓ Studio Sessions
Not the best pick for
- – Folk
- – Worship
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What skill level is this guitar designed for?
This ESP is built for intermediate through professional players. The thin U-profile neck encourages smooth, fluid movement, and the 22 frets with 12" radius radius support both legato phrasing and rapid position shifts.
How does the set-thru-neck construction affect the tone and sustain?
Set-thru-neck mahogany construction with flamed maple binding creates superior neck-body coupling, delivering extended sustain and resonance transfer that is especially valuable in hard rock, metal, and progressive styles.
What are the pickup options and tonal characteristics?
The guitar features Seymour Duncan APH-1N neck and APH-1B bridge pickups. The neck position offers warm harmonic complexity, while the bridge delivers defined attack and precise sustain—ideal for both studio layering and stage cutting power.
How rare is this specific guitar?
This is serial number 28 of only 40 units produced in the tiger eye finish colorway worldwide, making it a collectible limited-edition instrument from ESP's 40th Anniversary line.
What hardware ensures tuning stability?
Gold Gotoh locking tuners paired with a Tonepros locking TOM bridge and Gotoh tailpiece provide precise intonation stability and reliable tuning retention through extended play sessions in live or studio settings.
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