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ESP LTD EC-1000 Baritone Guitar Charcoal Metallic Satin vs ESP LTD EC-1000B Baritone Lefty Guitar Charcoal Metallic Satin
The EC-1000 is right-handed with a traditional set-neck design, while the EC-1000B is left-handed with a set-thru construction that offers greater sustain. Left-handed players need the EC-1000B; right-handed players should choose the EC-1000.
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ESP LTD EC-1000 Baritone Guitar Charcoal Metallic Satin
ESP LTD EC-1000B Baritone Lefty Guitar Charcoal Metallic Satin
Specs side by side
| ESP LTD EC-1000 Baritone Guitar Charcoal Metallic Satin | ESP LTD EC-1000B Baritone Lefty Guitar Charcoal Metallic Satin | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $1,299.00 | $1,299.00 |
| Brand | ESP LTD | ESP LTD |
| Series | LTD EC | LTD EC |
| Body | Single Cutaway | Single Cutaway |
| Body Type | Solid | Solid |
| Scale | 27" Scale | 27" Scale |
| Strings | 6 | 6 |
| Frets | 24 Frets | 24 Frets |
| Fretboard | Ebony | Ebony |
| Neck | Mahogany | Mahogany |
| Neck Construction | Neck-Thru-Body | Neck-Thru-Body |
| Pickup Configuration | HH | HH |
| Bridge | Tune-O-Matic | Tune-O-Matic |
| Year | 2023 | 2023 |
| Condition | New | New |
Why choose ESP LTD EC-1000 Baritone Guitar Charcoal Metallic Satin
- ✓ Right-handed configuration for standard player orientation
- ✓ Set-neck design balances playability with traditional construction
- ✓ Warm woody resonance with modern punch and versatile switchable voices
Why choose ESP LTD EC-1000B Baritone Lefty Guitar Charcoal Metallic Satin
- ✓ Left-handed design specifically engineered for southpaw players
- ✓ Set-thru construction delivers superior sustain and structural rigidity for aggressive playing
- ✓ Full-bodied resonance with excellent sustain and reliable intonation via TonePros locking bridge
Frequently asked questions
What's the practical difference between set-neck and set-thru construction?
Set-thru construction (EC-1000B) routes the neck through the entire body for superior sustain and structural rigidity, ideal for aggressive downtuned playing. Set-neck (EC-1000) joins the neck at the body's surface, offering a more traditional balance of playability and tone with slightly different sustain characteristics.
Do both guitars have the same electronics and tonal character?
Both feature dual Fishman Fluence Modern humbuckers with switchable voices via pull/push tone controls. The EC-1000 emphasizes crystalline clarity in drop tunings with articulate tones, while the EC-1000B highlights aggressive articulation paired with full-bodied resonance and excellent sustain.
Are these guitars suitable for metal and progressive music?
Yes—both are explicitly designed for metal, drop tunings, progressive, and extended-range composition. The 27-inch baritone scale, stainless steel frets, and active Fluence electronics suit aggressive lead work and downtuned exploration across both instruments.
Which guitar is better for studio sessions and touring?
The EC-1000B's set-thru construction and locking bridge with string-thru design provide exceptional tuning stability under dynamic playing, making it particularly reliable for studio recording and live performance. The EC-1000 is equally capable but favors playability balance.