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ESP LTD EC-1000B Baritone Lefty Guitar Charcoal Metallic Satin vs ESP LTD EC-1000ET Evertune Guitar Bold Binding Black B-Stock
The EC-1000B Baritone is a 27-inch extended-range instrument designed for aggressive downtuned metal and progressive styles, while the EC-1000ET is a standard 24.75-inch scale guitar with EverTune bridge technology that locks intonation across dynamic playing. The Baritone suits players exploring drop tunings and studio experimentation; the ET suits gigging musicians and hard rockers who need tuning stability and familiar scale length.
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ESP LTD EC-1000B Baritone Lefty Guitar Charcoal Metallic Satin
ESP LTD EC-1000ET Evertune Guitar Bold Binding Black B-Stock
Specs side by side
| ESP LTD EC-1000B Baritone Lefty Guitar Charcoal Metallic Satin | ESP LTD EC-1000ET Evertune Guitar Bold Binding Black B-Stock | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $1,299.00 | $1,039.20 |
| Brand | ESP LTD | ESP LTD |
| Series | LTD EC | LTD EC |
| Body | Single Cutaway | Single Cutaway |
| Body Type | Solid | Solid |
| Scale | 27" Scale | 24.75" Scale |
| Strings | 6 | 6 |
| Frets | 24 Frets | 24 Frets |
| Fretboard | Ebony | Ebony |
| Neck | Mahogany | Mahogany |
| Neck Construction | Neck-Thru-Body | — |
| Pickup Configuration | HH | HH |
| Bridge | Tune-O-Matic | Fixed |
| Year | 2023 | 2025 |
| Condition | New | Refurbished |
Why choose ESP LTD EC-1000B Baritone Lefty Guitar Charcoal Metallic Satin
- ✓ 27-inch baritone scale maintains ideal tension for extended downtuning
- ✓ Dual Fishman Fluence pickups with push-pull voicing switches expand tonal range
- ✓ Set-thru construction with superior sustain ideal for aggressive styles
- ✓ Left-handed configuration available
Why choose ESP LTD EC-1000ET Evertune Guitar Bold Binding Black B-Stock
- ✓ EverTune bridge locks intonation regardless of playing dynamics or string bending
- ✓ Standard 24.75-inch scale familiar to most players
- ✓ B-stock pricing offers significant discount with only minor cosmetic blemishes
- ✓ EMG 60TW-R neck pickup includes coil-split for single-coil versatility
Frequently asked questions
What is the key difference in scale length and who needs the longer baritone?
The EC-1000B features a 27-inch baritone scale while the EC-1000ET uses a standard 24.75-inch scale. The baritone scale maintains proper string tension for extended downtunings in metal and progressive styles; the standard scale suits players who gig frequently and want familiar playability.
How do the bridge systems differ and what advantage does EverTune provide?
The EC-1000B uses a TonePros locking TOM bridge with string-thru design. The EC-1000ET uses an EverTune bridge that automatically adjusts string tension to maintain perfect intonation across the entire fretboard regardless of playing dynamics or string bending—valuable for gigging musicians.
What is the pickup difference and which offers more tonal range?
The EC-1000B has dual Fishman Fluence Modern Humbuckers with push-pull voicing switches that access alternate voice circuits for expanded range. The EC-1000ET has EMG pickups with the neck pickup offering coil-split versatility. The Fluence system provides more voicing options; the EMG setup focuses on clean-to-drive range.
Is the EC-1000ET B-stock version a legitimate value or are there hidden compromises?
B-stock means only minor cosmetic blemishes with no playability compromises. You receive the full feature set at a significant discount—ideal if appearance imperfections do not concern you.