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ESP LTD Eclipse '87 Electric Guitar Pearl White B-Stock vs ESP LTD EXL Black Metal Electric Guitar in Black Red Burst Satin
The Eclipse '87 is a neck-through vintage-style guitar with dual Seymour Duncan pickups and Floyd Rose tremolo, suited for players wanting classic tone with tonal flexibility. The EXL Black Metal is a set-thru modern metal machine with a single EMG 81 and fixed bridge, designed for tight, aggressive tones and drop tunings without tremolo complications.
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ESP LTD Eclipse '87 Electric Guitar Pearl White B-Stock
ESP LTD EXL Black Metal Electric Guitar in Black Red Burst Satin
Specs side by side
| ESP LTD Eclipse '87 Electric Guitar Pearl White B-Stock | ESP LTD EXL Black Metal Electric Guitar in Black Red Burst Satin | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $959.20 | $1,199.00 |
| Brand | ESP LTD | ESP LTD |
| Series | LTD EC | LTD Black Metal |
| Body Type | Solid | — |
| Scale | 24.75" Scale | 24.75" Scale |
| Strings | 6 | 6 |
| Frets | 24 Frets | 24 Frets |
| Fretboard | Ebony | Ebony |
| Neck | Maple | Maple |
| Neck Construction | — | Neck-Thru-Body |
| Pickup Configuration | — | H |
| Bridge | Tremolo | Tune-O-Matic / Stopbar |
| Year | 2020 | Unknown |
| Condition | Refurbished | New |
Why choose ESP LTD Eclipse '87 Electric Guitar Pearl White B-Stock
- ✓ Dual Seymour Duncan pickups (59 neck and JB bridge) offer warm and aggressive voicing with coil-split versatility
- ✓ Floyd Rose-1000 locking tremolo enables dive-bombs and expressive effects
- ✓ Neck-through construction maximizes sustain and resonance across the full range
- ✓ 24.75-inch scale with thin U neck favors smooth, vintage-influenced playability
Why choose ESP LTD EXL Black Metal Electric Guitar in Black Red Burst Satin
- ✓ Single EMG 81 pickup delivers tight, high-output metal tones with defined midrange clarity
- ✓ Tonepros locking TOM bridge provides rock-solid intonation and sustain without tremolo maintenance
- ✓ Set-thru construction with mahogany body optimized for aggressive, focused attack
- ✓ 22 frets keep lower register accessible for extended-range and drop-tuning work
Frequently asked questions
Which has more tonal variety?
The Eclipse '87 offers more flexibility with two different Seymour Duncan pickups plus coil-split capability via push-pull control. The EXL Black Metal focuses on one character—the EMG 81's tight, high-output metal voice—with no switching options.
Which is better for drop tunings and djent?
The EXL Black Metal is purpose-built for extended-range and drop-tuning work, with a fixed Tonepros bridge that won't drift out of tune during aggressive palm-muting. The Eclipse '87's Floyd Rose tremolo can complicate tuning stability in very low tunings.
What's the construction difference and does it matter?
The Eclipse '87 uses neck-through construction, which typically yields longer sustain and resonance. The EXL Black Metal uses set-thru construction, which is slightly lighter and still very stable while optimizing response for fast, aggressive playing styles.
How many frets does each have?
The Eclipse '87 has 24 extra-jumbo frets; the EXL Black Metal has 22 extra-jumbo stainless steel frets. Both use the same 24.75-inch scale and 350mm radius, so the fret count difference is minimal for most playing.