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ESP E-II Eclipse DB Lefty Guitar Green Sparkle Open Box vs ESP E-II Viper Baritone Electric Guitar in Charcoal Metallic Satin B-Stock 7136
The Eclipse DB is a versatile set-neck instrument optimized for standard tuning and technical lead work, while the Viper Baritone is a neck-thru extended-range platform built for drop tunings and lower-register playing. Choose the Eclipse DB for conventional high-gain styles with fast soloing; choose the Viper Baritone if you need a dedicated baritone for heavy, dropped-tuning material.
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ESP E-II Eclipse DB Lefty Guitar Green Sparkle Open Box
ESP E-II Viper Baritone Electric Guitar in Charcoal Metallic Satin B-Stock 7136
Specs side by side
| ESP E-II Eclipse DB Lefty Guitar Green Sparkle Open Box | ESP E-II Viper Baritone Electric Guitar in Charcoal Metallic Satin B-Stock 7136 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $2,287.00 | $1,759.20 |
| Brand | ESP | ESP |
| Series | ESP E-II | ESP E-II |
| Body | — | Explorer |
| Body Type | Solid | Solid |
| Scale | 24.75" Scale | 24.75" Scale |
| Strings | 6 | 6 |
| Frets | 22 Frets | 24 Frets |
| Fretboard | Ebony | Rosewood |
| Neck | Mahogany | Mahogany |
| Neck Construction | Set-Neck | Neck-Thru-Body |
| Pickup Configuration | — | Active HH |
| Bridge | Fixed | Fixed |
| Year | 2024 | 2016 |
| Condition | Used | Refurbished |
Why choose ESP E-II Eclipse DB Lefty Guitar Green Sparkle Open Box
- ✓ Left-handed configuration — hard to find at high-end level
- ✓ Coil-splitting pickups (EMG 66TW and 57TW) offer single-coil versatility alongside humbuckers
- ✓ Set-neck construction balances sustain with comfortable access to upper frets
- ✓ Includes hardshell case and fresh Elixir strings
Why choose ESP E-II Viper Baritone Electric Guitar in Charcoal Metallic Satin B-Stock 7136
- ✓ 27-inch baritone scale engineered for drop tunings and low-end clarity
- ✓ Neck-thru construction delivers maximum sustain and direct feedback for tight riffing
- ✓ EMG 81 bridge pickup provides aggressive midrange punch suited to heavy styles
- ✓ 42mm bone nut and 305mm radius accommodate intonation across extended lower register
Frequently asked questions
Can I play standard tuning on the Viper Baritone?
Yes, but it's designed and optimized for drop tunings. The 27-inch scale and geometry are engineered for lower registers; standard tuning on a baritone will feel slacker and less responsive than on a standard-scale guitar like the Eclipse DB.
Which guitar is better for lead work and soloing?
The Eclipse DB is better suited for fast technical lead playing. Its set-neck construction, upper-fret access, and versatile EMG 66TW/57TW pickups with coil-splitting make it ideal for extended solos across the fretboard in standard tuning contexts.
What's the key construction difference?
The Eclipse DB uses set-neck construction (neck glued to body) for balanced sustain and playability, while the Viper Baritone uses neck-thru construction (neck extends through body) for maximum rigidity and tonal efficiency in the low register.
Why does the Eclipse DB cost the same but come with a case and strings?
The Eclipse DB is listed as 'Open Box,' suggesting it's a floor or return unit; the Viper Baritone is 'B-Stock,' a different inventory category. Both are high-tier instruments, but the Eclipse DB's included case and strings reflect its condition status.