ESP LTD Phoenix-7 Baritone Black Metal 7-String Guitar in Black Red Bu
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- Full ESP LTD manufacturer's warranty
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. Description
Sound & Tone
The 27" baritone scale and mahogany neck-thru body with maple cap give this seven-string a tight, focused low end with long sustain, keeping downtuned riffs defined rather than muddy. The Fishman Modern humbucker shifts between a high-output active voicing for compressed, aggressive rhythm work and leads, and a passive mode with more open, articulate dynamics, while the macassar ebony fingerboard and stainless steel frets add attack and clarity to fast picking. It's aimed squarely at modern and extended-range metal, from djent-leaning rhythm playing to low-tuned death and progressive styles, with the strings-thru TonePros bridge and locking tuners supporting stable tuning across drop tunings.
ESP LTD Phoenix-7 Baritone Black Metal 7-String Guitar in Black Red Burst Satin
The Phoenix-7 is purpose-built for extended-range metal players who need a baritone that locks in tight and cuts through a mix on stage. Its 27" baritone scale and thin U neck contour make navigating all seven strings feel natural, while the neck-thru-body mahogany construction delivers the sustain and tonal cohesion that heavy music demands. Built for tuning stability and tonal range that won't let you down on a tour schedule or in the studio.
Playability & Feel
The thin U profile paired with a 48mm molded nut keeps string spacing comfortable without sacrificing access to the extended fretboard. 22 stainless steel extra jumbo frets and a 400mm fingerboard radius on macassar ebony make articulation crisp and bending smooth and controlled; glow-in-the-dark side markers cut through stage darkness and let you find your position on the fly during low-light sets.
Tone & Electronics
The Fishman Modern 7-String Humbucker with push-pull voicing selector flips between active and passive modes—passive mode delivers clean articulation in a dense mix, while active mode brings aggressive drive and presence. TonePros locking TOM bridge with strings-thru-body design locks your intonation tight and maximizes resonance, while LTD locking tuners keep pitch locked in during rapid retuning between songs or mid-set adjustments.
Key Features
- Neck-thru-body construction with three-piece mahogany neck and mahogany body wings
- Mahogany body with maple cap
- Black satin finish
- 27" baritone scale length
- Macassar ebony fingerboard with 400mm radius and thin U contour
- 22 stainless steel extra jumbo frets with glow-in-the-dark side markers
- 48mm molded nut
- Fishman Modern 7-String Humbucker pickup with active/passive push-pull selector
- Master volume control with push/pull active voicing switch
- TonePros locking TOM bridge with strings-thru-body design
- LTD locking tuners
- Pre-strung with D'Addario XL110-7 gauge (.010/.013/.017/.026/.036/.046/.059)
The Phoenix-7 pairs deep, articulate baritone response with switching electronics that serve both tight studio tracking and punchy live-stage projection.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
| Neck Construction | Neck-Thru-Body |
| Country of Manufacture | South Korea |
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Specifications
| Body Wood | Mahogany |
|---|---|
| Scale Length | 27" Scale |
| Frets | 22 Frets |
| Fretboard | Ebony |
| Fingerboard Radius | 400mm |
| Nut Width | 48mm |
| Neck Wood | Mahogany |
| Neck Profile | Thin U |
| Neck Construction | Neck-Thru-Body |
| Pickups | H |
| Bridge | Tune-O-Matic |
| Strings | 7 |
| Orientation | Right handed |
| Made In | South Korea |
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Djent
- ✓ Thrash Metal
- ✓ Drop Tunings
- ✓ Extended Range
Not the best pick for
- – Jazz
- – Country
- – Folk
Skill level: Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the difference between the active and passive modes on the Fishman pickup?
The Fishman Modern 7-String Humbucker includes a push-pull voicing selector that switches between active mode (aggressive, driven tone with more output) and passive mode (articulate, cleaner clarity). This lets you adapt the same guitar between tighter, more defined recording takes and heavier, more saturated live tones.
Is the 27-inch baritone scale suitable for standard 7-string tuning, or is it designed for drop tunings?
The 27-inch baritone scale is optimized for drop tunings and lower extended-range playing. The guitar ships pre-strung with D'Addario XL110-7 gauge strings (.010 to .059), which are voiced for that baritone tuning range; standard tuning will feel loose and require re-gauging and setup.
How does the neck-thru-body construction affect sustain and playability?
Neck-thru-body design (a three-piece mahogany neck with mahogany body wings) maximizes sustain and tonal coherence by creating one continuous resonant mass through the body and neck. Combined with the thin U contour and extra-jumbo frets on macassar ebony, it delivers fast, precise articulation and smooth bending across all seven strings.
What hardware ensures tuning stability during heavy playing?
The Phoenix-7 features LTD locking tuners (for quick, reliable pitch lock) and a TonePros locking TOM bridge with strings-thru-body design, both engineered to maximize intonation stability during aggressive riffing and rapid tuning changes between songs.
What comes in the box, and what gauges are used?
The guitar arrives pre-strung and ready to play with D'Addario XL110-7 strings (gauges .010, .013, .017, .026, .036, .046, .059), tuned to baritone specs. It includes the guitar itself; check the listing details for whether a case or stand is included separately.
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. On this item that is roughly $91 less out the door than the same listed price at a national retailer or on a marketplace. 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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