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ESP LTD AA-1 Alan Ashby Guitar Black Satin B-Stock with Case vs ESP LTD M-1000B Baritone Lefty Guitar Black Satin
The AA-1 is a standard-scale signature model optimized for precision and speed across metal and hard rock, while the M-1000B is a left-handed baritone built for drop tunings and extreme low-end clarity. Choose the AA-1 for traditional tunings and comfortable accessibility, or the M-1000B if you're left-handed and want deeper, darker tones in detuned genres.
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ESP LTD AA-1 Alan Ashby Guitar Black Satin B-Stock with Case
ESP LTD M-1000B Baritone Lefty Guitar Black Satin
Specs side by side
| ESP LTD AA-1 Alan Ashby Guitar Black Satin B-Stock with Case | ESP LTD M-1000B Baritone Lefty Guitar Black Satin | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $1,199.20 | $1,199.00 |
| Brand | ESP LTD | ESP LTD |
| Series | — | LTD M |
| Body | Single Cutaway | — |
| Body Type | Solid | Solid |
| Scale | 24.75" Scale | 27" Baritone Scale |
| Strings | 6 | 6 |
| Frets | 24 Frets | 24 Frets |
| Fretboard | Ebony | Ebony |
| Neck | Mahogany | Maple |
| Pickup Configuration | HH | — |
| Bridge | Fixed | Fixed |
| Year | 2023 | 2023 |
| Condition | Refurbished | New |
Why choose ESP LTD AA-1 Alan Ashby Guitar Black Satin B-Stock with Case
- ✓ 24.75-inch scale with thin U-contour neck designed for speed and precision
- ✓ Macassar ebony fingerboard with 350mm radius supports smooth bends
- ✓ Single EMG 81 pickup keeps things simple and focused
- ✓ Includes case; B-stock price tier offers value
Why choose ESP LTD M-1000B Baritone Lefty Guitar Black Satin
- ✓ 27-inch baritone scale delivers exceptional low-end punch and sustain
- ✓ Left-handed configuration; rare find in mid-tier metal guitars
- ✓ Dual EMG pickups with coil-splitting expand tonal range from compressed rhythms to defined leads
- ✓ Compound radius fingerboard and maple cap add versatility to the mahogany body
Frequently asked questions
Which is better for drop tunings and low-tuned metal?
The M-1000B's 27-inch baritone scale is purpose-built for drop tunings and heavy, detuned styles, providing tight low-end response. The AA-1's 24.75-inch scale works for dropped tunings but isn't optimized for extreme detuning like the baritone is.
What's the main difference in neck design?
The AA-1 features a thin U-contour three-piece mahogany neck, while the M-1000B has an extra-thin three-piece maple neck with a compound radius. Both support fast play, but the M-1000B's maple neck and compound radius offer slightly more tonal brightness and ergonomic variation across the fingerboard.
How do the pickups differ?
The AA-1 uses a single EMG 81 for straightforward high-output clarity. The M-1000B pairs an EMG 81 bridge with an EMG 60TW-R neck pickup and adds coil-splitting, giving more tonal flexibility between fat and articulate tones.
Is the AA-1 left-hand friendly?
The AA-1 is right-handed only. If you play left-handed, the M-1000B Lefty is essential; it's configured specifically for left-handed players.