ESP LTD ARROW Black Metal Guitar B-Stock
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- SKU
- LARROWBKMBLKS-B
- Color
- Black
Description
ESP LTD Arrow Black Metal Guitar – Black Satin (B-Stock)
The ESP LTD Arrow Black Metal cuts through the mix with a neck-thru mahogany body that delivers extended sustain and clarity essential for metal performance. Wrapped in a sleek Black Satin finish with an unmistakable Arrow silhouette, this instrument packs a single high-output EMG 81 for aggressive, cutting tones that sit perfectly in a live mix. Built for touring and gigging musicians who demand instant playability and rock-solid reliability. This B-stock model is discounted by at least 20% due to minor cosmetic blemishes, without any effect on playability or sound quality.
Key Features and Specifications
- Construction: Neck-Thru for extended sustain and easy upper fret access
- Scale Length: 25.5", providing balanced string tension and clear tones
- Body Material: Mahogany, delivering a warm, full tone with strong midrange
- Neck: 3-piece Maple with an Extra Thin "U" contour for fast, comfortable playability
- Fingerboard: Macassar Ebony with a 350mm radius, featuring glow-in-the-dark side markers for visibility on dark stages
- Finish: Black Satin, enhancing the menacing aesthetic
Playability and Design
- Neck Contour: Extra Thin "U" for fast, easy playability, perfect for technical riffs and solos
- Fingerboard Radius: 350mm, providing a flat surface ideal for fast playing and precise chording
- Frets: 24 Extra-Jumbo Stainless Steel, ensuring durability and smooth bending
- Nut: Locking with a width of 42mm, maintaining tuning stability with heavy tremolo use
- Inlays: None, maintaining the sleek, minimalist look of the Black Metal Series
Electronics and Hardware
- Bridge: Floyd Rose 1000, allowing for expressive pitch manipulation while retaining tuning stability
- Pickup:
- Bridge: EMG 81 (with Black Logo) active humbucker, providing aggressive high-output tones ideal for metal
- Controls: Single Volume control and EMG TKO Kill Switch for rapid silencing effects
- Hardware Color: Black, complementing the Black Metal aesthetic
- Tuners: Grover, ensuring precise and stable tuning
Additional Features
- Strings: D'Addario XL120 (.009/.011/.016/.024/.032/.042) for balanced tone and tension
- Case: Compatible with the V-ALEXI GUITAR FORM FIT CASE (sold separately)
The ESP LTD Arrow Black Metal in Black Satin delivers the combination of playability, tonal aggression, and stage-ready durability that working musicians depend on. The high-output EMG 81 cuts through any mix, while the Floyd Rose 1000 stays locked in during demanding performances. Extra-Jumbo stainless steel frets, a flat 350mm radius, and that extra-thin neck contour make this guitar feel at home in your hands during hours of rehearsal and gigs. The B-stock model offers an excellent opportunity to own this premium instrument at a reduced price, with minor cosmetic imperfections that do not affect performance.
More Information
| Condition | Refurbished |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
| Country of Manufacture | Indonesia |
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At a Glance
The ESP LTD Arrow Black Metal is a neck-through shredder built for metal, hard rock, and drop-tuning aggression, featuring an extra-thin "U" contour maple neck and 24 XJ stainless steel frets that lock in fast, precise riffing and solos. The single EMG 81 active humbucker delivers saturated, high-output tones with strong midrange and warm body backed by a Floyd Rose tremolo for tuning stability under heavy play. This B-stock unit carries the same premium playability and killer tone as new stock but at a 20%+ discount due to minor cosmetic marks—a smart grab for gigging metal players and collectors hunting value.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Hard Rock
- ✓ Thrash Metal
- ✓ Drop Tunings
Not the best pick for
- – Jazz
- – Folk
- – Worship
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What does B-Stock mean?
B-Stock means this guitar is fully functional with minor cosmetic blemishes typical of returned or display inventory. The marks are purely superficial and have zero impact on playability, tone, or structural integrity, and the unit carries full manufacturer warranty coverage.
Is this guitar good for drop tunings and metal?
Yes. The 25.5" scale length, stainless steel frets, Floyd Rose tremolo, and single EMG 81 active humbucker are purpose-built for drop-tuned metal, thrash, and hard rock. The high-output pickup delivers the saturated aggression and strong midrange metal demands.
How does the neck feel, and will it suit fast playing?
The extra-thin "U" contour maple neck sits comfortably in hand and pairs with a 350mm radius fingerboard to create a fast, flat playing surface ideal for rapid soloing and precision chording. The 24 XJ stainless steel frets provide smooth bending durability for aggressive technical riffing.
What electronics does it have?
The Arrow features a single EMG 81 high-output active humbucker, a volume control, and an EMG TKO kill switch for rapid silencing effects and dynamic tonal control.
How does this compare to the Schecter Omen Extreme or Jackson Dinky Pro?
The Arrow uses neck-through construction and a mahogany body for extended sustain and warm midrange character, while the EMG 81 and Floyd Rose deliver high-output aggression and tuning stability. Check the neck contour (extra-thin "U" here), body wood, and pickup voicing against competitors to match your preferred feel and tone.
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