ESP LTD JM-II Josh Middleton Guitar Black Shadow Burst B-Stock 0356
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• Minor black spots on the body binding.
• 100% functionally perfect and includes full manufacturer warranty
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- SKU
- LJMIIQMBLKSHB-B0356
- Color
- Brown
Description
ESP LTD JM-II Josh Middleton Guitar Black Shadow Burst B-Stock
The LTD JM-II delivers Josh Middleton's signature extra-thin u-shaped neck profile—a neck that stays locked in your hand during rapid position shifts and sustains notes without fatigue. This stage-ready instrument needs minimal setup out of the box. The Black Shadow Burst finish over quilted maple top commands visual presence under stage lights and in the studio.
Construction & Hardware
A bolt-on alder body with quilted maple top pairs with a three-piece roasted maple neck in an extra-thin u-shaped profile that eliminates hand strain across extended sets and tightens your fretting precision. The recessed Gotoh TOM bridge with string-thru-body design locks your sustain and clarity into the mix, while LTD locking tuners hold pitch rock-solid through aggressive bends and relentless playing.
Playability & Electronics
The Macassar ebony fingerboard with 24 extra-jumbo stainless steel frets and 350mm radius handles legato lines and hard-attacking picks with equal clarity across a 25.5" scale. Dual Fishman Fluence Modern Humbuckers—alnico in the neck and ceramic in the bridge—offer switchable voicings via push/pull tone control, with a straightforward volume and toggle configuration that keeps your focus on performance.
Key Features
- Bolt-on alder body with quilted maple top
- Three-piece roasted maple neck, extra-thin u-shaped profile
- Macassar ebony fingerboard with 24 extra-jumbo stainless steel frets
- 25.5" scale length, 350mm fingerboard radius
- 42mm molded nut width
- Fishman Fluence Modern Humbucker (alnico) — neck position
- Fishman Fluence Modern Humbucker (ceramic) — bridge position
- Push/pull tone control for voice switching
- Recessed Gotoh TOM bridge with string-thru-body design
- LTD locking tuners with black hardware
- Black Shadow Burst finish
- B-Stock condition with minor cosmetic marks; full manufacturer warranty applies
This signature model combines professional-grade hardware, reliable electronics, and a neck engineered for road use into a platform built for gigging musicians and serious collectors.
This specific B-Stock unit features minor cosmetic imperfections: a couple of black spots on the body binding. These marks are purely superficial and have absolutely zero impact on the playability, tone, or structural integrity of the guitar. Get this premium instrument at a significant B-Stock discount while retaining the full manufacturer warranty.
More Information
| Condition | Refurbished |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
| Country of Manufacture | South Korea |
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At a Glance
The ESP LTD JM-II is Josh Middleton's signature high-performance metal machine, built with a roasted maple neck in an extra-thin u-shaped profile that makes fast position shifts and sustained bends feel effortless during live sets. Dual Fishman Fluence Modern Humbuckers with switchable voicings (alnico neck, ceramic bridge) deliver articulate, tight high-gain tone that cuts through any mix, anchored by a recessed Gotoh TOM bridge and locking tuners for pitch stability through aggressive playing. This B-Stock unit arrives stage-ready with only minor cosmetic marks on the binding—zero impact on playability or tone—and carries the full manufacturer warranty at a significant discount.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Progressive
- ✓ Hard Rock
- ✓ Studio Sessions
- ✓ Live Performance
Not the best pick for
- – Jazz
- – Folk
- – Country
Skill level: Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What does B-Stock mean for this guitar?
B-Stock means the guitar is fully functional with the full manufacturer warranty, but has minor cosmetic imperfections—in this case, a couple of black spots on the body binding. These marks are purely superficial and have zero impact on playability, tone, or structural integrity.
What skill level is this guitar designed for?
This is an advanced to professional-level instrument optimized for metal, progressive, and hard-rock players. The extra-thin u-shaped neck and high-output Fishman Fluence pickups are engineered for demanding players who need speed, sustain, and tonal versatility.
How do the pickups work and can I switch between different sounds?
The guitar features dual Fishman Fluence Modern Humbuckers (alnico in the neck, ceramic in the bridge) with a push/pull tone control that lets you switch between different voicings without leaving the instrument. This gives you articulate high-gain tones plus warmer options, all within one setup.
Is this guitar good for live performance and studio use?
Yes—the Gotoh TOM bridge with string-thru-body design and locking tuners hold pitch solid during aggressive playing, while the tight low end and cutting sustain cut through a live mix. The switchable Fluence voicings also make it versatile for studio tracking across metal and progressive genres.
What are the key specs and why do they matter?
The 25.5-inch scale, extra-thin u-shaped roasted maple neck, and 24 extra-jumbo stainless steel frets on a 350mm radius fingerboard support fast legato phrasing and position shifts with minimal hand fatigue. The recessed Gotoh TOM bridge and string-thru-body design anchor tone with clarity and sustain, while locking tuners ensure pitch stability through heavy bends.
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