These B-stock guitars are actually unplayed in MINT condition. ESP is very picky on its product quality,a little discolor tiny spot or blemish on the finish of the guitar will make it B-stock or "second". ESP will only allow a guitar to leave their facility with perfect sound quality. We have seen and sold alot of these B-stock guitars,alot of time we can't even tell what's the different between these and the A-stock guitars. Here is your chance to score on unplayed ESP guitars at great price!