ESP E-II BTL-4 String Bass Guitar in Black Natural Burst

ESP E-II BTL-4 String Bass Guitar in Black Natural Burst

The E-II BTL-4 is built for the working bassist. Its thin U-neck contour and 34" scale sit naturally in your hands through marathon sets and studio sessions alike. This four-string instrument pairs premium tonewoods with professional-grade hardware that survives the road and keeps your tone locked in night after night. The black natural burst finish blends seamlessly whether you're on a jazz stage, in a funk groove, or dialed into a heavier context.

Playability & Construction

Built with an alder body, spalted maple top, and 3-piece maple neck, this bass delivers solid resonance and neck stability that won't twist or bow under touring stress. The thin U contour and 38mm bone nut ease hand fatigue on long nights, while the ebony fingerboard with 24 XJ frets and 305mm radius keeps your intonation tight and your technique smooth across the entire range.

Tone & Electronics

The Seymour Duncan SSB-4 pickups in neck and bridge positions give you articulate lows and defined midrange punch that cuts through a mix without muddiness. The passive circuit pairs with an active 3-band Cinnamon EQ for shaping bass, mid, and treble on the fly, plus a preamp bypass switch on the volume control—dial in your tone instantly, and no battery worries mid-gig when you're pushing hours on stage.

Key Features

• Alder body with spalted maple top
• 3-piece maple neck with thin U contour
• Ebony fingerboard, 24 XJ frets, 305mm radius
• 34" scale, 38mm bone nut
• Bolt-on construction
• Seymour Duncan SSB-4 pickups (neck and bridge)
• Passive with active 3-band Cinnamon EQ and P/P preamp bypass
• Black Hipshot A-style bridge with black hardware
• Gotoh tuners and Schaller strap locks
• Elixir Nanoweb Light/Medium strings (.045–.105)
• Black natural burst finish
• Hardshell case included

The E-II BTL-4 combines tonal clarity, ergonomic design, and road-proven hardware into an instrument that performs reliably night after night without compromise.