ESP LTD EC-1000 Baritone Guitar Charcoal Metallic Satin
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ESP LTD EC-1000 Baritone Guitar Charcoal Metallic Satin
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Sound & Tone
The 27-inch baritone scale with heavy .013–.062 strings keeps low tunings tight and defined, while the mahogany body with maple cap and Macassar ebony fingerboard balances warm midrange body against a crisp, percussive attack. Fishman Fluence Modern humbuckers — alnico in the neck, ceramic in the bridge — bring high output and clean articulation, and the pull-tone voice switching moves each pickup between distinct characters for everything from thick, sustaining leads to scooped, aggressive rhythm tones. It sits naturally with heavy riffing, extended-range metal, dark alternative textures, and ambient or experimental writing where clarity in the low register matters.
ESP LTD EC-1000 Baritone Guitar Charcoal Metallic Satin
The extended 27-inch baritone scale delivers crystalline clarity and articulation even in drop-tuned territories, while the sleek charcoal metallic satin finish feels like pure silk under your fingers as you navigate complex passages. The mahogany body with set-through neck construction produces warm, woody resonance with modern punch suitable for heavy riffing, dark alternative textures, or experimental soundscapes. Fast, responsive playability encourages exploration from lightning-fast lead work to thick, singing sustain.
Playability & Construction
The thin U neck contour paired with a 350mm fingerboard radius creates a comfortable, modern playing feel that accommodates both aggressive lead technique and smooth bending. 24 XJ stainless steel frets with glow-in-the-dark Luminlay side dots ensure durability and visibility during extended sessions, while the 42mm molded nut provides proper string spacing across the wider baritone neck.
Tone & Electronics
Dual Fishman Fluence Modern humbuckers—alnico in the neck position and ceramic in the bridge—deliver versatile, articulate tones with switchable voices via pull-tone controls, giving you access to multiple sonic characters without leaving the instrument. Active electronics with bridge volume, neck volume, and tone push/pull switching provide responsive control over dynamics and character, while LTD locking tuners and a Tonepros locking TOM bridge with string-through ensure rock-solid tuning stability across extended sessions.
Key Features
- Body: Mahogany with maple cap, charcoal metallic satin finish
- Set-Through neck construction with 3-piece mahogany neck
- Macassar ebony fingerboard with 350mm radius
- 24 XJ stainless steel frets with glow-in-the-dark Luminlay side dots
- 27-inch baritone scale length
- 42mm molded nut with thin U neck contour
- Neck PU: Fishman Fluence Modern Humbucker Alnico with pull-tone voice switching
- Bridge PU: Fishman Fluence Modern Humbucker Ceramic with pull-tone voice switching
- Active electronics with bridge volume, neck volume, tone control, and toggle switch
- Black hardware with LTD locking tuners
- Tonepros locking TOM bridge with string-through design
- Strung with D'Addario XL158 baritone gauge (.013–.062)
This EC-1000 baritone combines professional build quality with genuine musical versatility, making it equally suited to composers seeking sonic depth, metal players hungry for extended range, and anyone pursuing tones that inspire creativity.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
| Neck Construction | Neck-Thru-Body |
| Country of Manufacture | South Korea |
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Specifications
| Body Style | Single Cutaway |
|---|---|
| Scale Length | 27" Scale |
| Frets | 24 Frets |
| Fretboard | Ebony |
| Neck Wood | Mahogany |
| Neck Construction | Neck-Thru-Body |
| Pickups | HH |
| Bridge | Tune-O-Matic |
| Strings | 6 |
| Orientation | Right handed |
| Model Year | 2023 |
| Made In | South Korea |
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Drop Tunings
- ✓ Progressive
- ✓ Dark Alternative
- ✓ Extended Range Composition
Not the best pick for
- – Traditional Jazz
- – Acoustic Folk
- – Bright Pop
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes the 27-inch baritone scale different from standard guitar tuning?
The longer baritone scale maintains crystalline clarity and articulation even in drop-tuned territories, preventing mud or loss of definition in extended-range compositions. The EC-1000 ships strung with D'Addario XL158 baritone gauge (.013–.062) to maximize this tonal performance.
How do the switchable voices on the Fishman Fluence pickups work?
Each humbucker (alnico in neck, ceramic in bridge) features pull-tone voice switching controlled from the guitar itself, letting you access multiple sonic characters without changing pickups or leaving the instrument.
Is this guitar suitable for traditional jazz or bright pop styles?
No—the EC-1000 Baritone is engineered for metal, progressive, dark alternative, and extended-range composition. Its warm woody resonance and modern punch are designed for heavy riffing and experimental soundscapes rather than traditional jazz or bright pop applications.
What are the key playability features for extended sessions?
The thin U neck contour and 350mm fingerboard radius create a modern, comfortable feel for both aggressive lead work and smooth bending, while 24 XJ stainless steel frets with glow-in-the-dark Luminlay side dots ensure durability and visibility. LTD locking tuners and a Tonepros locking TOM bridge with string-through design deliver rock-solid tuning stability across long playing sessions.
What skill level is this guitar designed for?
The EC-1000 Baritone is built for intermediate, advanced, and professional players who are comfortable with extended-range instruments and drop tuning applications.
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 $91 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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