ESP ECLIPSE/CTM/SILVER LIQ MET guitar
Description
ESP Eclipse Custom Electric Guitar Silver Liquid Metal Burst
The ESP Eclipse Custom settles into your hands with the refined playability and balanced weight distribution that have made this iconic single-cutaway a stage workhorse for decades. Its set-neck construction with thin U neck contour sits naturally in the hand, while the 24.75" scale and 305mm fingerboard radius create a responsive, articulate playing surface across all registers. Hand-crafted by ESP's master luthiers in Japan, this guitar combines meticulous construction with premium materials throughout.
Playability & Construction
Built with a mahogany body and maple cap joined to a Honduras mahogany neck and ebony fingerboard, the Eclipse Custom provides structural integrity and tonal consistency night after night. The 22 XJ frets paired with a graphite nut and 42mm nut width ensure stable intonation and precise articulation under live pressure, while Gotoh locking tuners and a TonePros locking TOM bridge with Gotoh tailpiece hold your tuning solid through the longest sets.
Tone & Electronics
The EMG HET SET active pickups in both neck and bridge positions cut through a mix with clarity and punch—tight attack and clean low end that translates to the stage every time. The active electronics layout with dual volume, tone, and toggle switch controls gives you responsive dynamics and real-time tonal shaping during performance, while the included Elixir Nanoweb Light strings (.010–.046) are already installed so you can get playing immediately.
Key Features
- Set-neck construction with mahogany body and maple cap
- Honduras mahogany neck with ebony fingerboard
- 24.75" scale, 305mm fingerboard radius
- Thin U neck contour and 42mm graphite nut
- 22 XJ frets with chrome hardware throughout
- Pair of EMG HET SET active pickups (brushed chrome)
- Active electronics with Vol/Vol/Tone/Toggle Switch layout
- Gotoh locking tuners, TonePros locking TOM bridge, and Gotoh tailpiece
- Schaller straplock and ESP strap locks
- Silver Liquid Metal finish
- Elixir Nanoweb Light strings pre-installed
- High-quality hardshell ESP form-fit case included
This Eclipse Custom combines a time-tested design with premium hardware and active electronics—a professional-grade instrument that delivers on stage and holds its value as a serious collector's piece.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
| Neck Construction | Set-Neck |
| Country of Manufacture | Japan |
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At a Glance
The ESP Eclipse Custom is a Japanese-made single-cutaway built for hard rock and metal players who demand rock-solid tuning stability, punchy attack, and articulate definition on stage. Its set-neck mahogany body with maple cap, thin U-contoured neck, and EMG HET SET active pickups deliver tight low end and responsive dynamics that cut through live mixes and hold up under aggressive playing. Intermediate to professional players will appreciate the precision hardware—locking tuners, TonePros bridge, graphite nut—and the refined playability that makes this guitar reliable for both touring and studio sessions.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Hard Rock
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Progressive
- ✓ Studio Sessions
- ✓ Live Performance
Not the best pick for
- – Acoustic Folk
- – Traditional Jazz
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What skill level is this guitar designed for?
The Eclipse Custom is built for intermediate, advanced, and professional players. Its thin U neck contour and responsive 305mm fingerboard radius suit musicians comfortable with faster playing styles and technical passages across hard rock, metal, and progressive music.
What pickups come with this guitar and what tone do they deliver?
The guitar is equipped with a pair of EMG HET SET active pickups (neck and bridge). These deliver tight low end, high output, articulate cleans, punchy attack, and clear definition—ideal for contemporary hard rock and metal tones that need to cut through in live and studio settings.
Does this guitar come strung and ready to play?
Yes. Elixir Nanoweb Light strings (0.010–0.046) are pre-installed, and the guitar ships in a high-quality hardshell ESP form-fit case. You can take it out and play immediately with no additional setup required.
How does this compare to other single-cutaway guitars in its class?
The Eclipse Custom sits alongside the Gibson Les Paul Custom and Schecter C-1 Hellraiser as a premium option. It differentiates through Japanese hand-craftsmanship, active EMG pickups for tighter dynamics, locking hardware for enhanced tuning stability, and a thinner neck profile that appeals to modern playing styles.
What tuning stability features does this guitar have?
The Eclipse Custom includes Gotoh locking tuners, a TonePros locking TOM bridge, Gotoh tailpiece, and a graphite nut. This combination locks strings at the headstock and bridge, maintaining tuning stability during heavy playing, bending, and stage use.
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