ESP LTD EC-401 Olympic White Guitar B-Stock
Description
ESP LTD EC-401 Olympic White Guitar B-Stock
The EC-401 sits right in the hand with a thin U-shaped neck and 24.75" scale that gives you fast, responsive playability—exactly what gigging musicians need when the stage demands precision and endurance. The Olympic White finish cuts through on stage, stays visually clean under lights, and avoids the fingerprint show-through that plagues darker finishes during long sets. B-stock here means cosmetic grading only—these unplayed instruments carry identical construction and tonal character to A-stock models, delivering serious value to players who refuse to sacrifice sound quality.
Construction & Hardware
Set-neck mahogany construction—solid mahogany body married to a mahogany neck—generates the resonance and sustain that professionals rely on night after night. Hardware is purpose-built: black nickel Grover tuners hold tuning stability through a full gig, TOM bridge and tailpiece anchor the instrument's tonal foundation, and the 42mm Earvana compensated nut corrects intonation across the fretboard, especially on the lower strings where standard nuts leave you fighting the physics.
Tone & Electronics
The EMG 81 bridge and EMG 60 neck active configuration cuts through a mix with articulate highs, punchy mids, and controlled lows—rock and metal staples that deliver live clarity. Active electronics maintain consistent output and kill noise floor issues, so your neck pickup stays articulate for rhythm work while the bridge locks in lead definition when you need it.
Key Features
- Set-thru mahogany neck with mahogany body
- 24.75" scale length
- Thin U-shaped neck contour
- Rosewood fingerboard with 24 XJ frets
- 42mm Earvana compensated nut
- Black nickel hardware
- Grover tuners
- TOM bridge and tailpiece
- Active EMG-81 bridge pickup
- Active EMG-60 neck pickup
- Olympic White finish
- Limited lifetime warranty on guitar; one year on parts and electronics
This B-stock EC-401 puts professional-grade hardware and active electronics in your hands without compromise on build integrity or tonal output—your stage-ready instrument at a B-stock price.
This specific B-Stock unit features minor cosmetic imperfections on the white finish. These marks are purely superficial and have absolutely zero impact on the playability, tone, or structural integrity of the guitar. You're acquiring a premium ESP LTD EC-401 instrument at a significant B-Stock discount while retaining the full manufacturer warranty.
More Information
| Condition | Refurbished |
|---|---|
| Country of Manufacture | Indonesia |
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At a Glance
The ESP LTD EC-401 is a single-cutaway rock and metal machine built on mahogany with a fast, thin U-shaped neck and active EMG pickups that deliver articulate highs and punchy mids perfect for aggressive styles. The 24.75" scale and compensated nut nail intonation across the board, while TOM hardware and black nickel Grover tuners keep everything locked in on stage. B-stock pricing gives you identical tone and build quality to A-stock at a significant discount—the minor cosmetic marks on the Olympic White finish won't affect playability or your stage presence.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Rock
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Hard Rock
- ✓ Modern
- ✓ Gigging
Not the best pick for
- – Jazz
- – Folk
- – Country
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What does B-stock mean for this guitar?
B-stock means this EC-401 is fully functional with minor cosmetic imperfections on the Olympic White finish only. The sound quality, playability, and structural integrity are identical to new A-stock models, and the guitar comes with the full manufacturer warranty.
Is this guitar suitable for metal and rock?
Yes. The active EMG 81 bridge and EMG 60 neck pickups are voiced specifically for rock, metal, and modern genres, delivering articulate highs, punchy mids, and controlled lows with low noise and consistent output.
How does the neck feel and what is the scale length?
The EC-401 features a thin U-shaped neck contour that sits naturally in the hand for fast playability, paired with a 24.75" scale that balances comfortable reach with proper string tension.
What improves intonation on this guitar?
The 42mm Earvana compensated nut is designed to improve intonation across the fretboard, especially on the lower strings where standard nuts often struggle.
What hardware comes on this guitar?
Hardware includes black nickel Grover tuners, a TOM bridge and tailpiece, and the compensated nut. The set-thru mahogany construction with 24 XJ frets on a rosewood fingerboard completes the build.
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