ESP LTD JM-II Josh Middleton Guitar Black Shadow Burst B-Stock

This is a B-Stock guitar. It may have minor cosmetic blemishes but is fully functional and backed by the manufacturer warranty. A fantastic opportunity to get a professional-level signature instrument at a reduced price.

The ESP LTD JM-II Josh Middleton Signature Guitar in Black Shadow Burst is built for uncompromising metal performance. Designed in collaboration with Josh Middleton, guitarist for Sylosis and Architects, this signature model delivers the aggressive tones, fast playability, and professional reliability demanded by modern progressive metal and metalcore. Its alder body with a quilted maple top provides a perfect balance of resonance and clarity, while the three-piece roasted maple neck and Macassar ebony fingerboard offer rock-solid stability and smooth feel. Equipped with a set of Fishman Fluence Modern Humbuckers for crushing distortion and pristine cleans, plus push-pull voice control for tonal versatility, the JM-II is built to handle everything from bone-crushing riffs to soaring leads. Finished in a stunning Black Shadow Burst with premium hardware, this guitar stands as a true weapon of choice for today’s metal guitarist.

Features & Benefits

• Signature Josh Middleton Design – Crafted in collaboration with the Sylosis/Architects guitarist to deliver speed, precision, and power.
• Fishman Fluence Modern Humbuckers – Alnico (neck) and ceramic (bridge) pickups with push-pull voice switching for versatile tones, from brutal distortion to crystal cleans.
• Premium Tonewoods – Alder body with quilted maple top and a roasted maple neck for resonance, durability, and stability.
• Effortless Playability – Extra-thin U-shaped neck profile and 24 stainless steel XJ frets for smooth, ultra-fast shredding.
• Pro-Level Hardware – Recessed Gotoh TOM bridge with string-thru body and LTD locking tuners for tuning accuracy and stability under heavy playing.

Specifications

• Construction: Bolt-On
• Scale: 25.5"
• Body: Alder
• Top: Quilted Maple
• Neck: 3Pc Roasted Maple
• Fingerboard: Macassar Ebony
• Fingerboard Radius: 350mm
• Finish: Black Shadow Burst
• Nut Width: 42mm
• Nut Type: Molded
• Neck Contour: Extra Thin U
• Frets/Type: 24 XJ Stainless Steel
• Hardware Color: Black
• Strap Button: Standard
• Tuners: LTD Locking
• Bridge: Recessed Gotoh TOM w/ String Thru
• Neck PU: Fishman Fluence Modern Humbucker Alnico (Pull Tone for Voice 2)
• Bridge PU: Fishman Fluence Modern Humbucker Ceramic (Pull Tone for Voice 2)
• Electronics: Active
• Electronics Layout: Volume/Tone (Push/Pull)/Toggle Switch
• Strings: D'Addario XL110 (.010/.013/.017/.026/.036/.046)
• Case: MH Guitar Form Fit Case
• Case Included: Yes

Why It Stands Out

The ESP LTD JM-II Josh Middleton Signature is a powerhouse built for today’s heavy players. Its Fishman Fluence Modern pickups give you access to multiple voicings that cover the entire metal spectrum, while the ultra-thin neck and stainless steel frets ensure effortless shredding. With its stunning Black Shadow Burst finish, pro-grade hardware, and signature-level reliability, this guitar is a must-have for serious metal guitarists who demand precision, versatility, and stage-ready style.