ESP LTD AW-XJ7B/EVERTUNE/OPEN GRAIN/BLACK SATIN guitar
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- Full ESP LTD manufacturer's warranty
- Free shipping in the continental US
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- LAWXJ7BETOGBLKS
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- Black
Description
ESP LTD AW-XJ7B/EVERTUNE/OPEN GRAIN/BLACK SATIN 7-String Baritone Guitar
This 27" baritone 7-string delivers a responsive, balanced feel across its extended range with a swamp ash body that resonates with clarity and sustain. The five-piece maple/walnut/padauk neck provides stability and comfort, while the Macassar ebony fingerboard offers both aesthetic refinement and reliable playability. Built for players working in extended range tunings and lower-register applications, this instrument maintains articulation and definition even in aggressive tuning scenarios—essential for gigging musicians who need consistency night after night.
Playability & Feel
The 48mm nut width and 400mm fingerboard radius create a balanced setup suitable for both fingerstyle and pick work across seven strings. With 24 extra-jumbo stainless steel frets, string articulation remains clear and the fretboard accommodates various playing techniques without compromise. The bolt-on construction ensures direct body-to-neck coupling for efficient energy transfer, sustain, and the road-ready durability that players depend on in a working instrument.
Tone & Electronics
The single DiMarzio D-Activator 7 passive pickup captures the full frequency range of the seven-string configuration with a splittable voice via push/pull volume control, allowing tonal flexibility without requiring additional pickups. The EverTune constant tension bridge maintains pitch stability and tuning accuracy across extended playing sessions, eliminating the pitch drift common to traditional bridges on baritone instruments—a real advantage for live performers who can't afford tuning problems between songs.
Key Features
- Bolt-on swamp ash body with Black Open Grain Satin finish
- Five-piece maple/walnut/padauk neck with Macassar ebony fingerboard
- 27" baritone scale length
- 48mm nut width
- 400mm fingerboard radius
- 24 extra-jumbo stainless steel frets
- 7-string configuration
- EverTune constant tension bridge
- Single DiMarzio D-Activator 7 passive pickup (splittable via push/pull volume control)
- Brushed black pickguard
- LTD locking tuners
- Includes ESP hardshell form fit case
This instrument combines extended range capability with modern bridge technology and established pickup engineering, making it reliable choice for baritone work across metal, progressive, and extended-range applications—backed by build quality that holds up to touring demands.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
| Neck Construction | Bolt-On |
| Country of Manufacture | South Korea |
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At a Glance
The ESP LTD AW-XJ7B is a 27-inch baritone 7-string built for drop tunings and extended-range metal, progressive, and djent work, delivering articulate lows and full sustain even in aggressive tuning scenarios. The EverTune bridge locks in pitch stability across long sets, while the 48mm nut width and extra-jumbo frets make fingering extended ranges comfortable and accurate for both pick and fingerstyle players. Choose this for a gigging tool that handles baritone tunings with professional reliability and tonal clarity.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Progressive
- ✓ Djent
- ✓ Drop Tunings
- ✓ Extended Range
Not the best pick for
- – Jazz
- – Traditional Blues
- – Country
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What tuning range is this guitar designed for?
The 27-inch baritone scale and 7-string configuration are optimized for extended-range and drop tunings common in metal, progressive, and djent music. The articulate pickup and EverTune bridge maintain clarity and pitch stability even in aggressive lower tunings.
How does the EverTune bridge work, and does it solve tuning issues?
The EverTune constant tension bridge automatically maintains pitch stability and tuning accuracy across extended playing sessions, eliminating the pitch drift that traditional bridges on baritone instruments experience. This is especially valuable for live performance and long studio tracking.
Is the neck comfortable for a 7-string player?
The 48mm nut width, 400mm fingerboard radius, and 24 extra-jumbo stainless steel frets create a balanced setup designed specifically for seven-string playability, supporting both fingerstyle and pick work without compromising articulation.
What's included with the guitar?
The guitar ships with an ESP hardshell form-fit case for protection and transport. The DiMarzio D-Activator 7 pickup includes a splittable voice accessed via push/pull volume control for added tonal flexibility.
How does the swamp ash body contribute to the tone?
The swamp ash body resonates with clarity and sustain, supporting the full frequency range of the seven-string configuration even in extended low-register tunings. This wood choice balances definition in the lows with articulate midrange and treble.
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