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ESP LTD ARROW-1000NT Charcoal Metallic Satin Guitar B-Stock 0576 vs ESP LTD EC-1000B Baritone Lefty Guitar Charcoal Metallic Satin B-Stock
The Arrow-1000NT is a neck-thru shredder with a standard 25.5" scale built for technical speed and upper-fret access, while the EC-1000B Baritone is a set-thru instrument with a longer 27" baritone scale designed for drop tunings and extended-range play. Choose the Arrow-1000NT if you prioritize fast lead work and standard tuning flexibility; pick the EC-1000B if you want maximum downtuning capability and a lefty orientation.
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ESP LTD ARROW-1000NT Charcoal Metallic Satin Guitar B-Stock 0576
ESP LTD EC-1000B Baritone Lefty Guitar Charcoal Metallic Satin B-Stock
Specs side by side
| ESP LTD ARROW-1000NT Charcoal Metallic Satin Guitar B-Stock 0576 | ESP LTD EC-1000B Baritone Lefty Guitar Charcoal Metallic Satin B-Stock | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $1,039.20 | $1,039.20 |
| Brand | ESP LTD | ESP LTD |
| Series | LTD Arrow | LTD EC |
| Body | Explorer | Single Cutaway |
| Body Type | Solid | Solid |
| Scale | 25.5" Scale | 27" Baritone Scale |
| Strings | 6 | 6 |
| Frets | 24 Frets | 24 Frets |
| Fretboard | Ebony | Ebony |
| Neck | Maple | Mahogany |
| Pickup Configuration | HH | HH |
| Bridge | Fixed | Fixed |
| Year | 2025 | 2023 |
| Condition | Refurbished | Refurbished |
Why choose ESP LTD ARROW-1000NT Charcoal Metallic Satin Guitar B-Stock 0576
- ✓ Neck-thru construction maximizes sustain and fret access for solos and technical passages
- ✓ 25.5" scale offers balanced string tension for both standard and drop tunings
- ✓ Thinner U-contour neck ideal for speed and extended lead playing
- ✓ B-stock pricing on a professional-grade metal instrument
Why choose ESP LTD EC-1000B Baritone Lefty Guitar Charcoal Metallic Satin B-Stock
- ✓ 27" baritone scale built specifically for heavy drop tunings and extended range
- ✓ Left-handed configuration serves southpaw players unavailable in Arrow model
- ✓ Set-thru construction delivers resonant sustain with structural rigidity for aggressive play
- ✓ 350mm fingerboard radius balances chords and leads without sacrificing either
Frequently asked questions
What's the practical difference between neck-thru and set-thru construction?
Neck-thru (Arrow-1000NT) runs the neck completely through the body for maximum sustain and fret access; set-thru (EC-1000B) connects the neck directly through the body but uses separate wings, offering excellent sustain with slightly different resonance character. Both excel for metal, but neck-thru tends to be marginally brighter while set-thru adds body warmth.
Which scale is better for drop tunings?
The EC-1000B's 27" baritone scale is purpose-built for extended downtuning, maintaining ideal string tension in tunings like Drop G or lower. The Arrow-1000NT's 25.5" standard scale handles drops well but becomes looser the lower you go; it's more versatile for mixed standard and moderate-drop playing.
Are these left-handed or right-handed?
The Arrow-1000NT is right-handed only. The EC-1000B is explicitly a Lefty model, making it the only option here for left-handed players.
How do the pickups and voicing compare?
Both use identical Fishman Fluence Modern Humbucker setups with alnico neck and ceramic bridge pickups, plus push/pull voicing switches for tonal variety. The difference is body resonance: the Arrow's neck-thru delivers articulate clarity, while the EC-1000B's set-thru adds full-bodied warmth, especially noticeable on downtunedriffer.