ESP E-II Viper Black Electric Guitar Open Box
- Open box from our own stock: unboxed, inspected and set up by our techs
- Otherwise new and unplayed, original packaging and factory accessories
- Covered by our 30-day money-back return policy
In stock
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- SKU
- EIIVIPERBLK-U
- Color
- Black
Description
Sound & Tone
All-mahogany construction with a set-thru neck and Gotoh TOM bridge gives this Viper a thick, midrange-forward voice with long sustain, while the ebony fingerboard adds attack and clarity to the low end. The EMG 57TW bridge and 66TW neck pickups stay tight and articulate when clean and turn dense and saturated under high gain, and the independent push-pull coil-splits pull back to thinner, snappier single-coil tones for arpeggios and cleaner passages. The 24.75" scale, thin U neck and 24 extra-jumbo frets on a flatter 305mm radius favor hard rock and metal rhythm work and modern lead playing with wide bends.
ESP E-II Viper Black Electric Guitar
The ESP E-II Viper sits in the hand with purpose—the thin U neck contour and asymmetrical double-cut design deliver fast access across all 24 extra-jumbo frets without sacrificing comfort during extended sessions. Built in Japan to professional standards, this guitar combines the thick, resonant character of mahogany with modern electronics and high-end hardware that demands to be played hard.
Playability & Construction
Set-thru construction anchors the mahogany neck through the body for enhanced sustain and fret access. The ebony fingerboard with 305mm radius pairs with 24 extra-jumbo frets to support aggressive bends and modern lead techniques, while a bone nut and Gotoh locking tuners ensure tuning stability night after night.
Tone & Electronics
The EMG 66TW neck and EMG 57TW bridge pickups deliver tight articulation in clean voices and crushing saturation under high gain—and independent push-pull coil-split controls on both volume and tone switches allow instant transitions between humbucker and single-coil tones. A Gotoh TOM bridge with tailpiece anchors the mahogany body's natural midrange punch with precision sustain.
Key Features
- Set-thru construction for enhanced sustain and upper-fret access
- Mahogany body and mahogany neck with thick, resonant tone
- Thin U neck contour for fast, comfortable playability
- Ebony fingerboard with 305mm radius and 24 extra-jumbo frets
- 42mm bone nut for articulate response and tuning stability
- EMG 66TW (neck) and EMG 57TW (bridge) active pickups with independent push-pull coil-split controls
- Gotoh TOM bridge and tailpiece for tuning accuracy and sustain
- Gotoh locking tuners and ESP strap locks
- Active electronics with volume, tone, and toggle switch layout
- Black hardware and black finish for aggressive aesthetic
- 24.75" scale length
- Includes ESP Viper guitar form-fit case and Elixir Nanoweb Light strings (.010–.046)
- Made in Japan
The E-II Viper is built for players and collectors who refuse compromise—a professional-grade instrument that merges classic ESP attitude with modern tonal flexibility, stage-ready reliability, and the sustain and precision demanded by working musicians.
Open Box - our own stock. This unit was unboxed, inspected and set up by our techs in Temecula; it is otherwise new and unplayed and ships in the original packaging with all factory accessories. Sold as open box at a reduced price. Covered by our 30-day money-back return policy, including any problem on arrival.
More Information
| Condition | Used |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
| Neck Construction | Neck-Thru-Body |
| Country of Manufacture | Japan |
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Specifications
| Body Style | Double Cutaway |
|---|---|
| Scale Length | 24.75" Scale |
| Frets | 24 Frets |
| Fretboard | Ebony |
| Neck Wood | Mahogany |
| Neck Construction | Neck-Thru-Body |
| Pickups | Active HH |
| Bridge | Tune-O-Matic / Stopbar |
| Strings | 6 |
| Orientation | Right handed |
| Model Year | 2024 |
| Made In | Japan |
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Hard Rock
- ✓ Progressive
- ✓ Drop Tunings
Not the best pick for
- – Jazz
- – Folk
- – Country
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
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