ESP LTD JM-II Josh Middleton Guitar Black Shadow Burst B-Stock 0356
Description
ESP LTD JM-II Josh Middleton Guitar Black Shadow Burst B-Stock
The LTD JM-II puts Josh Middleton's signature extra-thin u-shaped neck profile in your hands—a neck that feels alive under your fingers during fast passages and sustained bends. Unplayed and in excellent condition, this instrument arrives stage-ready with minimal setup needed. The Black Shadow Burst finish over quilted maple top commands attention whether you're performing live or tracking in the studio.
Construction & Hardware
A bolt-on alder body with quilted maple top partners with a three-piece roasted maple neck in an extra-thin u-shaped profile that makes position shifts effortless and lets you lock into sustained notes without hand fatigue. The recessed Gotoh TOM bridge with string-thru-body design anchors your tone with clarity and sustain that cuts through a mix, while LTD locking tuners hold pitch solid during the heaviest bends and most aggressive playing.
Playability & Electronics
The Macassar ebony fingerboard topped with 24 extra-jumbo stainless steel frets and 350mm radius responds to legato phrasing and aggressive picking with equal precision across a 25.5" scale. Dual Fishman Fluence Modern Humbuckers—alnico in the neck and ceramic in the bridge—give you switchable voicings via push/pull tone control. The volume, tone, and toggle switch electronics keep your hands free to focus on playing, with enough tonal range to move between venues and recording setups.
Key Features
- Bolt-on alder body with quilted maple top
- Three-piece roasted maple neck, extra-thin u-shaped profile
- Macassar ebony fingerboard with 24 extra-jumbo stainless steel frets
- 25.5" scale length, 350mm fingerboard radius, 42mm nut width
- Fishman Fluence Modern Humbuckers (alnico neck/ceramic bridge) with selectable voicings
- Push/pull tone control for voice switching
- Recessed Gotoh TOM bridge with string-thru-body design
- LTD locking tuners
- Black Shadow Burst finish
- Molded bind-free nut
- ESP hard case included
- B-stock condition with minimal cosmetic marks
This signature model merges professional-grade hardware, gig-ready electronics, and a neck profile engineered for performance into an instrument built for demanding players and serious collectors.
This specific B-Stock unit features minor cosmetic imperfections typical of B-Stock inventory. These marks are purely superficial and have absolutely zero impact on the playability, tone, or structural integrity of the guitar. Acquire this premium ESP LTD JM-II Josh Middleton signature instrument at a significant B-Stock discount while enjoying complete peace of mind with the full manufacturer warranty.
More Information
| Condition | Refurbished |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
| Country of Manufacture | South Korea |
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At a Glance
The ESP LTD JM-II is Josh Middleton's signature metal machine—an extra-thin u-shaped neck built for speed and comfort during long sets, paired with switchable Fishman Fluence humbuckers that deliver articulate, sustained aggression across progressive and hard-rock styles. The recessed Gotoh bridge, locking tuners, and 24 extra-jumbo frets make this a road-ready workhorse that handles extended bends and fast position shifts without breaking a sweat. This B-Stock unit arrives unplayed and excellent-condition, offering full signature-model performance at a significant discount.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Progressive
- ✓ Hard Rock
- ✓ Studio Sessions
Not the best pick for
- – Traditional Jazz
- – Folk
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What does B-Stock mean, and will it affect playability or tone?
B-Stock means this guitar is fully functional with only minor cosmetic imperfections—purely superficial marks that have zero impact on playability, tone, or structural integrity. The unit arrives unplayed and in excellent condition, ready for immediate professional use.
What skill level is this guitar built for?
This model is designed for intermediate, advanced, and professional players. The extra-thin u-shaped neck and 24 extra-jumbo frets support fast legato work and aggressive articulation, making it ideal for metal, progressive, and hard-rock styles rather than traditional jazz or folk.
How do the Fishman Fluence humbuckers switch between voicings?
The push/pull tone control lets you switch between the alnico neck pickup and ceramic bridge pickup voicings on the fly. Combined with volume, tone, and toggle switch controls, this gives you straightforward but versatile tonal shaping for different songs and playing dynamics.
What's the neck profile and fingerboard radius?
The three-piece roasted maple neck features an extra-thin u-shaped profile with a 350mm fingerboard radius and 42mm nut width, supporting both rapid position shifts and sustained, comfortable play across the 25.5-inch scale.
What's included with the guitar?
The ESP LTD JM-II ships with a molded hard case and arrives ready to perform with minimal setup required.