ESP LTD SN-1B Baritone Electric Guitar in Black
Description
ESP LTD SN-1B Baritone Electric Guitar in Black
The SN-1B delivers thick, aggressive tones with extended low-end clarity across a 27" baritone scale, tuned B/E/A/D/F#/B. The thin U-neck contour and compact body design make extended playing sessions comfortable, whether executing palm-muted riffs or exploring the higher registers. This baritone bridges specialized tuning with surprising versatility—from bone-crushing distortion to warm, woody cleans—making it equally at home in metal, hardcore, and progressive contexts.
Playability & Build
The bolt-on construction pairs a 5-piece roasted maple and purple heart neck with a swamp ash body, delivering resonant fundamentals and stable tuning. A thin U contour, 300-400mm compound fingerboard radius, and 42mm nut width create a fast, ergonomic platform; the 24 scalloped XJ stainless steel frets (scalloped from fret 17–24) enhance both precision and tonal articulation across the extended scale. On stage or in the studio, this neck profile feels natural under the hand, with the scalloped upper register frets giving you the articulation needed for rapid lead work and clean bends.
Tone & Electronics
The Fishman Modern Ceramic Brushed Stainless bridge pickup, paired with active electronics and a pull-to-activate Voice 2 volume control, delivers authoritative output with sonic flexibility. A Hipshot string-thru bridge and locking tuners ensure rock-solid intonation and sustain, while the black bone nut anchors harmonic definition essential for articulate baritone clarity. Live reliability is built in—the locking tuners hold pitch through a full set, and the Hipshot bridge locks down your low-end with zero drift.
Key Features
- 27" baritone scale, tuned B/E/A/D/F#/B
- Bolt-on construction with swamp ash body
- 5-piece roasted maple and purple heart neck
- Macassar ebony fingerboard with 24 XJ stainless steel frets (scalloped 17–24)
- Thin U neck contour
- 300-400mm compound fingerboard radius
- 42mm nut width with black bone nut
- Fishman Modern Ceramic Brushed Stainless bridge pickup
- Active electronics with pull-activate Voice 2 volume control
- Hipshot string-thru bridge
- LTD locking tuners with chrome hardware
- D'Addario XL158 strings included
The ESP LTD SN-1B combines professional-grade electronics, premium tonewoods, and baritone-focused hardware into an instrument that commands serious low-end presence without compromising playability or tonal character. Built for players who demand reliability, sustain, and commanding presence in a specialized tuning—this is a working musician's baritone.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
| Country of Manufacture | South Korea |
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At a Glance
The ESP LTD SN-1B is a 27" baritone electric guitar engineered for metal, djent, and progressive players who need aggressive low-end clarity without sacrificing speed or comfort. Its thin U-neck contour, compound fingerboard radius, and scalloped upper frets make extended sessions and rapid position shifts natural, while the Fishman Modern Ceramic pickup and active electronics deliver thick, articulate tones from bone-crushing palm-mutes to warm cleans—all anchored by a Hipshot bridge and locking tuners that hold intonation through punishing riffing. Choose this if you gig in heavy genres, demand professional-grade hardware, and want a baritone that plays as fast as it hits hard.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Djent
- ✓ Progressive
- ✓ Hard Rock
Not the best pick for
- – Jazz
- – Traditional Blues
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What tuning is this guitar set up for?
The SN-1B is tuned B/E/A/D/F#/B across its 27" baritone scale, giving you extended low-end range ideal for metal and djent. D'Addario XL158 strings are included.
Is the neck comfortable for long playing sessions?
Yes. The thin U contour, 300–400mm compound fingerboard radius, and 42mm nut width create a fast, ergonomic platform. Scalloped frets from fret 17–24 enhance both precision and tonal articulation without catching your fingers.
What pickup and electronics does it have?
A Fishman Modern Ceramic Brushed Stainless bridge pickup pairs with active electronics and a pull-activate Voice 2 volume control for authoritative output and sonic flexibility across distorted and clean tones.
How does it compare to the Schecter C-7 Hellraiser or Ibanez RGIX27FZM?
The SN-1B shares baritone-focused hardware and professional electronics with those models but emphasizes a thin, fast neck contour and compound radius fingerboard for higher-register speed, plus scalloped upper frets for articulate definition. Tone-wise, it balances aggressive lows with warm, woody cleans rather than pure darkness.
What genres is this guitar best suited for?
Metal, djent, progressive, and hard rock are ideal. Its extended low-end clarity and articulate pickup excel in heavy, rhythmic contexts; traditional blues and jazz voicings are not the design focus.
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