ESP LTD CS-II/QM/VINTAGE NAT guitar
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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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- SKU
- LCSIIQMVN
. Description
Sound & Tone
The Seymour Duncan Custom 14 at the bridge is the core of this guitar's voice: aggressive and tightly defined, with enough output for palm-muted riffing and cutting leads, while the STR-3 Quarter Pound in the neck stays articulate and clear without thinning out. Mahogany wings and a neck-thru mahogany neck add warmth and long sustain, and the Macassar ebony board over a 25.5" scale keeps low notes firm and attack precise. Push-pull coil splitting on the bridge opens up leaner, cleaner textures, making it suited to modern metalcore and progressive playing that shifts between heavy rhythm work and more spacious clean passages.
ESP LTD CS-II/QM/VINTAGE NAT Caleb Shomo Signature Guitar
The CS-II/QM/VINTAGE NAT is a neck-thru design built for precision and sustain, with a thin u-shaped mahogany neck that sits naturally in the hand and a 25.5" scale that balances reach with playability. The figured quilted maple top in Vintage Natural finish delivers visual depth while maintaining structural rigidity, and the 350mm fingerboard radius pairs with 22 extra-jumbo stainless steel frets to support both lead work and chordal playing without dead spots. This is Caleb Shomo's signature model, engineered for the technical demands of modern metalcore and progressive styles.
Playability & Build Quality
The neck-thru-body construction with mahogany wings and three-piece thin u-shaped neck provides superior resonance and sustain while minimizing neck dive—essential for extended range work and stage reliability. The 350mm fretboard radius and extra-jumbo stainless steel frets handle aggressive playing techniques and maintain precise intonation across the entire range, while the Macassar ebony fingerboard resists wear and demands minimal maintenance during touring.
Tone & Electronics
The Seymour Duncan Custom 14 humbucker at the bridge delivers aggression and definition with its splittable push-pull control for tonal versatility, while the Seymour Duncan STR-3 Quarter Pound at the neck offers articulation and clarity without sacrificing body. The Gotoh bridge and locking tailpiece mechanism ensure rock-solid tuning stability and intonation retention even under intense playing conditions on the road.
Key Features
- Neck-thru-body design with mahogany body wings and three-piece thin u-shaped mahogany neck
- 25.5" scale length with 350mm fretboard radius
- Figured quilted maple top in Vintage Natural finish
- Macassar ebony fingerboard with 22 extra-jumbo stainless steel frets
- Seymour Duncan Custom 14 humbucker (bridge) with splittable push-pull control
- Seymour Duncan STR-3 Quarter Pound humbucker (neck)
- Gotoh bridge and locking tailpiece mechanism
- Six-in-line locking tuners on reversed headstock
- Black bone nut (43mm width), gold hardware, black binding on body/neck/headstock
- Brushed black pickguard
- Includes ESP hardshell form-fit case and D'Addario XL110-7 strings
The CS-II/QM combines professional-grade hardware, hand-finished details, and a signature pickup configuration that delivers modern metal aggression with reliable tonal precision—built to handle night-after-night gigging and studio tracking.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
| Neck Construction | Neck-Thru-Body |
| Country of Manufacture | South Korea |
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Specifications
| Scale Length | 25.5" Scale |
|---|---|
| Frets | 22 Frets |
| Fretboard | Ebony |
| Neck Wood | Mahogany |
| Neck Construction | Neck-Thru-Body |
| Bridge | Tune-O-Matic / Stopbar |
| Strings | 6 |
| Orientation | Right handed |
| Made In | South Korea |
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Metalcore
- ✓ Progressive
- ✓ Djent
- ✓ Hard Rock
Not the best pick for
- – Jazz
- – Blues
- – Country
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What genres and playing styles is this guitar best suited for?
The CS-II/QM is engineered for metalcore, progressive metal, djent, hard rock, and modern metal styles that demand precision, sustain, and articulate lead work. It is not optimized for jazz, blues, or country.
What skill level do I need to play this guitar?
This is an intermediate to professional-level instrument. The thin u-shaped neck and extra-jumbo frets are designed for aggressive technique and precise intonation, making it most rewarding for players with prior experience and familiarity with modern metal playing.
How does the splittable bridge pickup work, and what can it do?
The Seymour Duncan Custom 14 bridge humbucker includes a push-pull control that splits the coil, shifting from full aggression and definition to a more articulate, single-coil character. This gives you two tonal voices from one pickup without switching guitars or sound sources.
What hardware and construction features ensure tuning stability?
The guitar features a Gotoh bridge, locking tailpiece mechanism, and six-in-line locking tuners on a reversed headstock—all engineered to maintain tuning stability even under aggressive playing and intense stage use. The neck-thru-body design also adds structural rigidity and sustain.
What is included with the guitar?
The CS-II/QM comes with an ESP hardshell form-fit case and a pack of D'Addario XL110-7 strings, ready to plug in and play.
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