LALEXI200BLK vs LEC401OW.B — Compare
ESP LTD Alexi-200 Black Electric Guitar vs ESP LTD EC-401 Olympic White Guitar B-Stock
The Alexi-200 is a bolt-on, drop-tuning specialist with a Floyd Rose tremolo and passive pickup optimized for extreme genres and speed playing, while the EC-401 is a set-neck, traditional rock-metal platform with active EMG pickups and a TOM bridge suited to gigging and standard tunings. Choose the Alexi-200 if you play thrash and need tremolo expression; choose the EC-401 if you want a versatile, gigging-ready platform with superior intonation compensation.
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Specs side by side
| ESP LTD Alexi-200 Black Electric Guitar | ESP LTD EC-401 Olympic White Guitar B-Stock | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $799.00 | $799.20 |
| Brand | ESP LTD | ESP LTD |
| Condition | New | Refurbished |
Why choose ESP LTD Alexi-200 Black Electric Guitar
- ✓ Floyd Rose Special tremolo enables expressive pitch control and aggressive vibrato effects
- ✓ Thin U-neck and 24 extra jumbo frets optimized for speed and rapid position shifts
- ✓ Passive pickup eliminates battery dependency and delivers direct, uncolored tone
- ✓ Designed specifically for drop tunings and extreme metal genres
Why choose ESP LTD EC-401 Olympic White Guitar B-Stock
- ✓ Set-neck mahogany construction provides enhanced resonance and natural sustain
- ✓ Earvana compensated nut significantly improves intonation, especially on lower strings
- ✓ B-stock pricing offers identical sound quality to A-stock at lower cost
- ✓ EMG active pickups deliver consistent high output with minimal noise for gigging reliability
Frequently asked questions
Which guitar is better for standard tuning and traditional rock?
The EC-401 is better suited to standard tuning and traditional rock contexts. Its set-neck construction, TOM bridge, and Earvana compensated nut optimize intonation and sustain for standard-tuning genres, while the Alexi-200 is engineered around drop tunings and extreme techniques.
What does B-stock mean for the EC-401, and does it affect sound quality?
B-stock refers only to cosmetic grading—the guitar is unplayed and sounds identical to A-stock models. The designation typically indicates minor finish marks or packaging wear and offers significant savings without tonal compromise.
Which pickup type is more practical for touring and gigging?
The EC-401's active EMG pickups are more gigging-practical because they deliver consistent output and low noise without requiring battery changes mid-tour, whereas the Alexi-200's passive pickup requires no power but offers less consistent output across different amp settings.
Can the Alexi-200 handle standard tuning, or is it really drop-tuning only?
The Alexi-200 can handle standard tuning, but its thin U-neck, Floyd Rose, and passive pickup voice are engineered and optimized for drop tunings and aggressive play. The EC-401 is more versatile across tuning standards and playing styles.