ESP LTD AS-1FR Electric Guitar in Lime Burst
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- Brand new in original box
- Full ESP LTD manufacturer's warranty
- Free shipping in the continental US
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- LAS1FRFMLMB
. Description
Sound & Tone
The mahogany body with flamed maple top and set-thru construction gives this AS-1 a warm, sustaining core with added top-end tightness, while the Macassar ebony fretboard and 24.75" scale keep notes focused and slightly relaxed under the fingers. The Seymour Duncan Alex Skolnick humbuckers cover articulate cleans and controlled high-gain crunch, and the push/pull coil tap plus independent volume controls open up thinner, single-coil-leaning voices for rhythm work and blends. With a Floyd Rose 1000 and locking nut, it handles dive bombs and wide vibrato without drifting, making it a fit for hard rock, thrash and fusion-minded lead playing.
ESP LTD AS-1/FR/FM/LIME BURST Guitar
The AS-1/FR/FM is built for the stage with a U-contour neck and 24.75" scale that feels natural through long sets without hand fatigue. Set-Thru construction locks in solid sustain and resonance while the Flamed Maple top in Lime Burst finish commands attention under the lights. The hardware and electronics are professional-grade—reliable, responsive, and ready for the demands of live performance and studio work alike.
Playability & Build
The 3-piece Maple neck with U contour and Macassar Ebony fretboard delivers smooth playability across 22 XJ frets on a 305mm radius, keeping bends clean and intonation tight over the 24.75" scale. The 43mm Locking nut holds tuning rock-solid, while the Floyd Rose 1000 bridge sits tight through aggressive bending and dive-bombs—no drift, no surprises. Grover tuners and black hardware throughout complete a spec that won't let you down night after night.
Tone & Electronics
A pair of Seymour Duncan Alex Skolnick pickups—one in the neck, one in the bridge—deliver clear, articulate response with controlled aggression that works equally well for clean tones and heavy saturation. The Volume/Volume/Tone (Push/Pull)/Toggle Switch setup gives you independent control of each pickup plus coil-tap options to dial in exactly what you need, and the guitar arrives strung with 9-42 gauge strings optimized for the Floyd Rose system.
Key Features
- Body: Mahogany with Flamed Maple top, Gloss finish
- Set-Thru construction for enhanced sustain
- 3-piece Maple neck with U contour
- Macassar Ebony fretboard, 305mm radius
- 22 XJ frets, 24.75" scale, 43mm Locking nut
- Floyd Rose 1000 bridge with Grover tuners
- Seymour Duncan Alex Skolnick Neck and Bridge pickups
- Volume/Volume/Tone (Push/Pull)/Toggle Switch electronics
- Black hardware throughout
- Includes ESP hardshell form-fit case
- Pre-strung with 9-42 gauge strings
The AS-1 marries road-tested hardware, premium tonewoods, and versatile electronics in a compact, giggable package that earns its place in any working musician's arsenal.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
| Neck Construction | Neck-Thru-Body |
| Country of Manufacture | South Korea |
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Specifications
| Scale Length | 24.75" Scale |
|---|---|
| Frets | 22 Frets |
| Fretboard | Ebony |
| Neck Wood | Maple |
| Neck Construction | Neck-Thru-Body |
| Pickups | HH |
| Bridge | Floyd Rose Licensed |
| Strings | 6 |
| Orientation | Right handed |
| Made In | South Korea |
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Hard Rock
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Progressive
- ✓ Studio Sessions
- ✓ Live Performance
Not the best pick for
- – Folk
- – Country
- – Jazz
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What skill level is this guitar designed for?
The AS-1FR is built for intermediate, advanced, and professional players. The Floyd Rose 1000 bridge, locking nut, and coil-tap electronics require some setup knowledge and comfort with advanced hardware, though the guitar is pre-strung with 9-42 gauge strings optimized for Floyd Rose operation.
What genres and styles does this guitar suit best?
This guitar excels in hard rock, metal, progressive, and studio session work. The articulate pickups and balanced output handle both clean tones and aggressive saturation across these styles, though it is not optimized for folk, country, or jazz playing.
How does the electronics configuration work?
The Volume/Volume/Tone (Push/Pull)/Toggle Switch setup gives you independent control over each pickup and includes coil-tap functionality via the tone knob push/pull. This expands your tonal range from articulate cleans to controlled aggression without muddiness across different gain structures.
What construction features help with sustain and tuning stability?
Set-Thru construction pairs the neck directly through the Mahogany body for enhanced sustain and resonance. The Floyd Rose 1000 bridge, 43mm locking nut, and Grover tuners with black hardware maintain tuning stability even through aggressive string bending and extended playing sessions.
Is the neck comfortable for long playing sessions?
Yes—the U-contour neck profile and 24.75" scale length are designed to reduce fatigue during extended sessions. The 305mm radius fretboard with 22 XJ frets supports smooth bends and consistent intonation, making it equally suitable for studio work and live performance.
Do I pay sales tax on this order?
We collect sales tax only on orders shipped to California. Orders shipped to any other US state are charged $0 sales tax at checkout when you buy direct from our website. On this item that is roughly $133 less out the door than the same listed price at a national retailer or on a marketplace. Marketplaces such as eBay, Reverb and Amazon collect sales tax in nearly every state as marketplace facilitators no matter who the seller is, so the same item at the same price costs less bought direct. Free US shipping and 30-day returns are included. Some states ask buyers to self-report use tax on out-of-state purchases.
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