LALEXI200BLK vs LB206SMNS — Compare
ESP LTD Alexi-200 Black Electric Guitar vs ESP LTD B-206SM Bass in Natural Stain
These are completely different instruments: the Alexi-200 is a six-string electric guitar built for metal and drop-tuned aggression, while the B-206SM is a six-string bass guitar designed for studio and live bass work across progressive and funk genres. Choose the guitar if you play lead or rhythm in metal bands; choose the bass if you need a modern, tonally flexible instrument for bass-driven music.
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Specs side by side
| ESP LTD Alexi-200 Black Electric Guitar | ESP LTD B-206SM Bass in Natural Stain | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $799.00 | $749.00 |
| Brand | ESP LTD | ESP LTD |
| Condition | New | New |
Why choose ESP LTD Alexi-200 Black Electric Guitar
- ✓ Floyd Rose Special tremolo with locking nut for expressive pitch control and drop-tuning stability
- ✓ Thin U-profile neck and 24 extra-jumbo frets optimized for rapid shredding and speed
- ✓ Warm yet aggressive tone character with punchy passive pickup, ideal for metal and hard rock
Why choose ESP LTD B-206SM Bass in Natural Stain
- ✓ Extended 35-inch scale with six strings and active 3-band parametric EQ for extensive tone shaping
- ✓ Spalted maple top and ash body deliver visual appeal and solid sustain for professional studio and live use
- ✓ Thin U neck and 500mm radius fingerboard provide modern fast feel with comfortable intonation across extended range
Frequently asked questions
Can these two instruments be played by the same person?
Only if the player is multi-instrumentalist comfortable on both guitar and bass. The Alexi-200 is a 6-string electric guitar and the B-206SM is a 6-string bass guitar—they occupy different roles in a band and require distinct playing technique and ear training.
Which one is better for beginners?
Neither is ideal for beginners. The Alexi-200 is marked for intermediate, advanced, and professional players focused on metal. The B-206SM is also intermediate to professional level and explicitly not ideal for beginners, requiring developed intonation and technical control on the extended 35-inch scale.
What are the key differences in electronics and tone control?
The Alexi-200 uses a single passive LH-301B pickup with no onboard EQ—tone is shaped by amp settings and playing technique. The B-206SM features two passive pickups routed through an active ABQ-3 3-band parametric EQ system, allowing extensive mid-range shaping and modern tonal flexibility without an external amp.
Which instrument holds tuning better during aggressive playing?
The Alexi-200 uses a Floyd Rose Special tremolo with a locking nut specifically engineered for stable tuning during string bending and extreme play in drop tunings. The B-206SM uses a fixed bridge and is designed for solid sustain but lacks tremolo—tuning stability depends on technique and setup rather than hardware expressiveness.