ESP LTD George Lynch Desert Eagle Guitar with Case Open Box
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- Open box from our own stock: unboxed, inspected and set up by our techs
- Otherwise new and unplayed, original packaging and factory accessories
- Covered by our 30-day money-back return policy
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- LGLDESERTEAGLE-U
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. Description
Sound & Tone
The Seymour Duncan Distortion bridge humbucker drives a cutting, high-gain voice with tight low end and biting treble, while the alder body and 25.5" maple neck with Macassar ebony fingerboard keep note definition crisp under heavy distortion. Splitting the bridge pickup or switching to the ESP SS-120 single-coil at the neck opens up thinner, brighter clean and vintage-leaning sounds, and the passive circuit keeps response direct. With extra-jumbo stainless frets and a Floyd Rose 1000 SE double-locking tremolo, it's aimed at metal, hard rock, and progressive players doing fast lead runs, wide bends, and heavy vibrato work.
ESP LTD George Lynch Desert Eagle Guitar
Includes the ESP form-fit hard case. This model ships with its own hardshell case - no need to add one.
The ESP LTD George Lynch Desert Eagle is built for aggressive lead work and high-speed technical playing. The razor-sharp extra-jumbo stainless steel frets and contoured alder body reward fast passages and intricate soloing, while the GL Original U-shape neck carves through your hand with precision and comfort. This is an instrument engineered for metal, hard rock, and progressive players who demand both speed and tone clarity in equal measure.
Playability & Feel
The 25.5" scale maple neck with Macassar ebony fingerboard and 22 extra-jumbo stainless steel frets cuts through fast, smooth passage work and makes bending effortless. The GL Original U-shape neck profile and 43mm nut width lock into your grip with authority—whether you're digging into technical shredding or need instant instrument response under your fingers. The 350mm fingerboard radius sits right between aggressive single-note runs and full chord voicings, staying responsive either way.
Tone & Electronics
The Seymour Duncan Distortion pickup at the bridge screams with searing high-end clarity and thick, articulate lows, with push-pull coil splitting for instant tonal shape-shifting on stage. The ESP SS-120 single-coil neck pickup balances clean tones and vintage voice options for textured dynamics. The Floyd Rose 1000 SE double-locking tremolo with stainless steel screws locks your tuning tight through aggressive vibrato abuse, while passive electronics with push/pull volume control keep your signal path direct and responsive—no buffering between your hands and the amp.
Key Features
- Body: Alder with Desert Eagle Graphic finish
- Neck: Maple bolt-on with GL Original U-shape profile
- Fingerboard: Macassar ebony with dot position markers and 22 extra-jumbo stainless steel frets
- Scale: 25.5"
- Fingerboard radius: 350mm; Nut width: 43mm
- Bridge: Floyd Rose 1000 SE double-locking tremolo with stainless steel screws
- Pickups: Seymour Duncan Distortion (bridge, push-pull coil splitting) and ESP SS-120 single-coil (neck)
- Electronics: Passive with volume control (push/pull)
- Hardware: Black; LTD tuners; Locking nut
- Strings: D'Addario XL120
- Includes hardshell case
The Desert Eagle combines George Lynch's signature specifications with professional-grade components designed for demanding metal and rock applications.
Open Box - our own stock. This unit was unboxed, inspected and set up by our techs in Temecula; it is otherwise new and unplayed and ships in the original packaging with all factory accessories. Sold as open box at a reduced price. Covered by our 30-day money-back return policy, including any problem on arrival.
More Information
| Condition | Used |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
| Neck Construction | Bolt-On |
| Country of Manufacture | South Korea |
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Specifications
| Body Style | Single Cutaway |
|---|---|
| Scale Length | 25.5" Scale |
| Frets | 22 Frets |
| Fretboard | Ebony |
| Neck Wood | Maple |
| Neck Construction | Bolt-On |
| Bridge | Floyd Rose Licensed |
| Strings | 6 |
| Orientation | Right handed |
| Model Year | 2024 |
| Made In | South Korea |
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Hard Rock
- ✓ Progressive
- ✓ Djent
Not the best pick for
- – Blues
- – Jazz
- – Folk
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What genres and playing styles is this guitar best suited for?
The Desert Eagle is engineered for metal, hard rock, progressive, and djent styles where speed, articulation, and aggressive tone definition are priorities. The fast fingerboard radius, extra-jumbo stainless steel frets, and searing high-end clarity from the Seymour Duncan Distortion pickup make it less suited to blues, jazz, or folk applications.
What does open box mean and what condition is this unit in?
Open box means this guitar was unboxed, inspected, and professionally set up by our technicians but is otherwise new and unplayed. It ships in original packaging with all factory accessories and is covered by our 30-day money-back return policy, including any issues on arrival.
What pickup configuration and electronics does it have?
The Desert Eagle features a Seymour Duncan Distortion bridge pickup with push-pull coil splitting for tonal flexibility, paired with an ESP SS-120 single-coil neck pickup for cleaner tones. Passive electronics with a push-pull volume control keep the signal path direct and responsive without complexity.
Is the tremolo system stable for aggressive vibrato work?
Yes, the Floyd Rose 1000 SE double-locking tremolo with stainless steel screws is designed to maintain stable tuning through aggressive vibrato and pitch manipulation typical of metal and technical rock playing.
What is the neck profile and nut width, and who would it suit?
The GL Original U-shape neck with a 43mm nut width and smooth 25.5" maple scale provides comfortable grip geometry suited to technical shredders and players seeking immediate instrument response. The 350mm fingerboard radius and extra-jumbo frets reward fast passages and intricate soloing while maintaining chord clarity.
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. 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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