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ESP LTD Horizon Custom '87 Guitar Candy Apple Red vs ESP LTD SN-1B Baritone Electric Guitar in Black
The Horizon Custom '87 is a versatile hard-rock workhorse with neck-thru construction and classic aesthetics, while the SN-1B is a specialized baritone built for extreme metal and djent with extended low-end tuning. Choose the Horizon for traditional rock/metal in standard tuning; choose the SN-1B if you specifically need drop-B territory and aggressive modern tones.
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ESP LTD Horizon Custom '87 Guitar Candy Apple Red
ESP LTD SN-1B Baritone Electric Guitar in Black
Specs side by side
| ESP LTD Horizon Custom '87 Guitar Candy Apple Red | ESP LTD SN-1B Baritone Electric Guitar in Black | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $1,499.00 | $1,499.00 |
| Brand | ESP LTD | ESP LTD |
| Series | LTD H | LTD SN |
| Body | — | Stratocaster |
| Body Type | Solid | Solid |
| Scale | 25.5" Scale | 27" Baritone Scale |
| Strings | 6 | 6 |
| Frets | 24 Frets | 24 Frets |
| Fretboard | Ebony | Ebony |
| Neck | Maple | Unknown / Other |
| Bridge | Tremolo | Fixed |
| Year | 2023 | 2023 |
| Condition | New | New |
Why choose ESP LTD Horizon Custom '87 Guitar Candy Apple Red
- ✓ Neck-thru construction maximizes sustain and resonance
- ✓ Floyd Rose 1000 tremolo enables wide pitch manipulation
- ✓ Seymour Duncan Hotrail/Custom pickups with coil-splitting for tonal range
- ✓ Classic '80s aesthetic with modern playability features
Why choose ESP LTD SN-1B Baritone Electric Guitar in Black
- ✓ 27-inch baritone scale delivers thick, articulate low-end in B tuning
- ✓ Scalloped frets (17–24) enhance precision and tonal clarity
- ✓ Active Fishman pickup with Voice 2 flexibility for aggressive and clean tones
- ✓ Roasted maple/purple heart neck provides stability and resonant fundamentals
Frequently asked questions
Can I use the Horizon Custom '87 for metal as effectively as the SN-1B?
Yes, the Horizon excels in metal with its Seymour Duncan pickups and sustain-focused neck-thru design. However, the SN-1B's 27-inch baritone scale and B tuning are purpose-built for modern, heavier metal sounds; if you stay in standard or drop-D tuning, the Horizon is fully capable.
What's the key tuning difference?
The Horizon Custom '87 operates in standard tuning (E/A/D/G/B/E) with tremolo-enabled pitch bend control. The SN-1B is a baritone (27-inch scale) tuned to B/E/A/D/F#/B—two whole steps lower—designed for djent and extreme metal without the tremolo.
Which is easier to play for long sessions?
Both feature thin U-neck contours and 24 frets for comfort. The Horizon's extra-thin profile and neck-thru design may reduce fatigue slightly; the SN-1B's compact body complements its longer scale. Preference depends on hand size and whether you prefer standard or baritone string tension.
Which offers more tonal flexibility?
The Horizon's coil-splitting Seymour Duncans and master volume/tone controls provide wider range from cleans to overdriven tones. The SN-1B's active Fishman with Voice 2 switching excels at aggressive distortion and woody cleans, but within a heavier harmonic window; tonal flexibility favors the Horizon.