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ESP LTD Alexi Sawtooth SE Electric Guitar in Black with White Pinstripe vs ESP LTD AS-1FR Electric Guitar in Lime Burst
The Alexi Sawtooth SE is a neck-thru shredder built for extreme metal precision with scalloped upper frets and a single high-output passive humbucker, while the AS-1FR offers set-thru construction with dual coil-tappable pickups for broader tonal range across rock, metal, and progressive styles. Choose the Sawtooth for dedicated thrash and djent; choose the AS-1FR for players who need clean-to-gain versatility and studio flexibility.
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ESP LTD Alexi Sawtooth SE Electric Guitar in Black with White Pinstripe
ESP LTD AS-1FR Electric Guitar in Lime Burst
Specs side by side
| ESP LTD Alexi Sawtooth SE Electric Guitar in Black with White Pinstripe | ESP LTD AS-1FR Electric Guitar in Lime Burst | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $1,899.00 | $1,899.00 |
| Brand | ESP LTD | ESP LTD |
| Series | LTD Alexi Laiho | LTD Alex Skolnick |
| Scale | 25.5" Scale | 24.75" Scale |
| Strings | 6 | 6 |
| Frets | 24 Frets | 22 Frets |
| Fretboard | Ebony | Ebony |
| Neck | Maple | Maple |
| Neck Construction | Neck-Thru-Body | Neck-Thru-Body |
| Pickup Configuration | — | HH |
| Bridge | Floyd Rose Licensed | Floyd Rose Licensed |
| Year | Unknown | Unknown |
| Condition | New | New |
Why choose ESP LTD Alexi Sawtooth SE Electric Guitar in Black with White Pinstripe
- ✓ Neck-thru construction and 25.5" scale maximize sustain and technical response for extreme metal
- ✓ Scalloped frets 19–24 extend upper-register reach and expression for advanced lead work
- ✓ Single EMG HZ F-H2 eliminates active electronics noise while delivering high-output aggression
- ✓ Offset V-shape and thin U-neck profile optimize comfort for rapid position shifts
Why choose ESP LTD AS-1FR Electric Guitar in Lime Burst
- ✓ Dual Seymour Duncan pickups with coil-tap deliver articulate cleans and aggressive gain in one instrument
- ✓ Set-thru construction and 24.75" scale reduce fatigue during extended studio and live sessions
- ✓ Volume/Volume/Tone configuration with push/pull switching grants independent pickup control and tonal breadth
- ✓ Balanced output across neck and bridge positions handles rock, prog, and controlled metal equally well
Frequently asked questions
Which guitar suits someone learning extreme metal technique?
The Alexi Sawtooth SE is purpose-built for advanced/professional thrash and djent players; its scalloped upper frets and thin neck reward technical precision. The AS-1FR suits intermediate to advanced players across multiple genres but lacks the specialized scalloped-fret design for extreme metal shredding.
Can I get clean tones and aggressive gain from both?
The AS-1FR excels at both through its dual Seymour Duncan pickups and coil-tap switching, making it ideal for studios and progressive setups. The Alexi Sawtooth SE delivers high-output metal tones through its single EMG passive humbucker; it is not optimized for clean articulation and is best for saturated metal work.
What is the main construction difference?
The Alexi Sawtooth SE uses neck-thru-body construction on a 25.5" scale for maximum sustain and responsiveness, while the AS-1FR uses set-thru construction on a 24.75" scale for balance between sustain and ergonomic comfort during longer sessions.
Which has more pickup control and tonal flexibility?
The AS-1FR offers significantly more control with dual independent volumes, a push/pull tone knob for coil-tapping, and a toggle switch; the Alexi Sawtooth SE has a single volume knob for direct on-the-fly adjustment and pure metal focus.