ESP E-II M-II Black Natural Burst Guitar B-Stock
• Tiny round dot visible near the upper cutaway.
• 100% functionally perfect and includes full manufacturer warranty
In stock
Only 1 left
- SKU
- EIIMIIQMBLKNB-B
- Color
- Natural
Description
ESP E-II M-II Black Natural Burst Guitar B-Stock
The E-II M-II is built for stage work and long sets. Its thin U-contoured neck and 24 extra-jumbo stainless steel frets across an ebony fingerboard deliver speed and comfort under pressure. The aggressive black burst aesthetic pairs with rock-solid engineering—locking hardware and a Floyd Rose bridge keep tuning rock-steady through hard playing.
Playability & Feel
The three-piece maple neck with satin back finish and 305mm fingerboard radius plays fast and sits naturally in the hand across extended ranges. The 42mm locking nut and Floyd Rose Original double-locking bridge hold tuning tight even with aggressive dive-bombing and tremolo work. The thin U neck contour cuts fret access time without compromising strength—this is a gigging workhorse that won't let you down mid-show.
Tone & Electronics
Direct-mounted Bare Knuckle Aftermath pickups with black Battleworn covers cut through live mixes with clarity and punch. Designed for modern rock and metal, these pickups deliver articulate highs and solid low-end definition. The passive electronics keep things simple and reliable: volume and tone controls with a push-pull coil-splitting function that expands your sonic range—no batteries, no complications.
Key Features
- Set-thru construction at 25.5" scale with alder body
- Quilted maple body top with natural masked binding
- Translucent black natural burst finish with gold hardware accents
- White fully bound neck and matching-finish headstock
- Three-piece maple neck with satin back finish
- Ebony fingerboard with pearloid offset block inlays
- 24 extra-jumbo stainless steel frets, 305mm radius
- 42mm locking nut and thin U neck contour
- Floyd Rose Original double-locking bridge
- Gotoh locking tuners and ESP strap locks
- Bare Knuckle Aftermath pickups with push-pull coil splitting
Set-thru stability, premium pickups, and locking hardware combine to give you the tuning consistency and mechanical durability that road players depend on from ESP E-II tier instruments.
This specific B-Stock unit features a minor cosmetic imperfection: a tiny round dot located by the upper cutaway. This mark is purely superficial and has absolutely zero impact on the playability, tone, or structural integrity of the guitar. Acquire this premium ESP E-II M-II at a significant B-Stock discount while enjoying the confidence of full manufacturer warranty coverage.
More Information
| Condition | Refurbished |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
| Country of Manufacture | Japan |
Reviews
At a Glance
The ESP E-II M-II is a high-performance metal and hard-rock machine built for touring musicians who demand tuning stability and speed under pressure. Its thin U-contoured neck, 24 extra-jumbo stainless steel frets, and Floyd Rose Original bridge lock in pitch through aggressive dive-bombing and extended sets, while Bare Knuckle Aftermath pickups deliver the clarity and punch needed to cut through live mixes. Road-proven set-thru construction and locking hardware make this a gigging workhorse that won't let you down mid-show, offered here as B-Stock with only a minor cosmetic dot near the upper cutaway—no impact on playability or tone.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Hard Rock
- ✓ Progressive
- ✓ Live Performance
- ✓ Touring
Not the best pick for
- – Jazz
- – Folk
- – Blues
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What is B-Stock, and how does it affect the guitar?
B-Stock means this ESP E-II M-II is fully functional with a minor cosmetic imperfection—a tiny round dot located by the upper cutaway. This mark is purely superficial and has zero impact on playability, tone, or structural integrity. The guitar includes full manufacturer warranty coverage and is priced significantly below new condition.
Is this guitar suitable for metal and hard rock?
Yes. The E-II M-II is purpose-built for metal and hard rock with articulate, high-output Bare Knuckle Aftermath pickups, aggressive aesthetics, and a thin U-contoured neck optimized for speed and extended-range playing. Its solid low-end definition and cutting highs are designed to punch through live mixes in loud, demanding genres.
Will the Floyd Rose bridge stay in tune during hard playing?
The Floyd Rose Original double-locking bridge paired with the 42mm locking nut and Gotoh locking tuners hold tuning rock-steady through aggressive tremolo work, dive-bombing, and extended live sets. Set-thru construction adds additional stability and mechanical durability for road players.
What pickup configuration does it have, and can I adjust the tone?
The E-II M-II features direct-mounted Bare Knuckle Aftermath pickups with a push-pull coil-splitting function accessed through the tone control, allowing you to expand your sonic range without leaving passive electronics. There are no batteries or active systems to worry about—just simple, reliable volume and tone controls.
What is the neck like, and who will it suit?
The three-piece maple neck has a thin U contour, satin back finish, and 305mm fingerboard radius—optimized for speed and comfort across extended ranges and fast playing. This design suits intermediate through professional players comfortable with modern hard-rock and metal techniques; it is not recommended for jazz, folk, or blues players.
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