ESP LTD Surveyor-204DX Electric Guitar in Red Burst
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- Brand new in original box
- Full ESP LTD manufacturer's warranty
- Free shipping in the continental US
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- SKU
- LSURV204DXREDB
. Description
Sound & Tone
The pairing of an ESP LPD at the neck and LJB at the bridge gives this bass two distinct voices — round, thick low end from the neck position and a tighter, more cutting attack at the bridge — with the balance control letting you blend anywhere between them. The active preamp's tone boost adds punch and presence on demand, while the poplar body and roasted maple neck on a 34" scale keep notes clear and defined with .045–.105 strings for solid low-string tension. It covers rock, pop, and funk fingerstyle work equally well, and the articulate midrange helps lines stay audible in a dense mix or a loud stage.
ESP LTD Surveyor-204DX 4-String Bass Guitar — Red Burst
The Surveyor-204DX is built for working bassists who need a lightweight, fast-playing instrument that won't leave them fatigued after a gig. The thin U-contour neck and 34" scale deliver responsive feel and intuitive playability, while active electronics give you articulate tone and real-time control for everything from tight club gigs to studio sessions.
Build & Playability
A resonant poplar body with burled poplar top sits atop a roasted maple neck fitted with a rosewood fingerboard and 21 extra-jumbo frets, yielding smooth, fast action across the 400mm radius. The bolt-on construction at 34" scale and thin U neck contour make this bass sit naturally in your hands, while the 40mm nut width delivers comfortable spacing without oversize dimensions for four-string players on stage.
Tone & Electronics
A pair of ESP LJB (bridge) and LPD (neck) pickups feeds an active electronics system featuring volume, balance, and tone boost controls, letting you shape everything from punchy lows to articulate mids on the fly. The LTD DB-4 fixed bridge and black hardware keep tuning rock-solid through setlists, while factory-installed .045–.105 strings are dialed for the bass's tonal character out of the box.
Key Features
- Poplar body with burled poplar top; gloss lacquer finish in Red Burst
- Roasted maple neck with thin U contour
- Rosewood fingerboard with 21 extra-jumbo frets and dot inlays
- Fingerboard radius: 400mm; nut width: 40mm
- 34" scale length with bolt-on neck construction
- ESP LJB (bridge) and LPD (neck) pickups
- Active electronics: 1x Volume, 1x Balance, 1x Tone Boost
- LTD DB-4 fixed bridge with black hardware
- LTD vintage tuners
- Black pickguard
- Factory strings: 45, 65, 85, 105
The Surveyor-204DX hits the sweet spot between ergonomic comfort and tonal flexibility—a reliable workhorse for bassists building their live rig or expanding a collection.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
| Neck Construction | Bolt-On |
| Country of Manufacture | South Korea |
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Specifications
| Scale Length | 34" Scale |
|---|---|
| Frets | 21 Frets |
| Fretboard | Rosewood |
| Neck Wood | Maple |
| Neck Construction | Bolt-On |
| Strings | 4 |
| Orientation | Right handed |
| Made In | South Korea |
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Studio Sessions
- ✓ Live Performance
- ✓ Funk
- ✓ Progressive
- ✓ Rock
Not the best pick for
- – Folk
- – Acoustic-focused
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What skill level is this bass suited for?
The Surveyor-204DX is designed for intermediate, advanced, and professional bassists. The thin U-contour neck and fast action reward technical playing, while the active electronics and tonal flexibility support a wide range of playing styles.
Does this bass work for different genres?
Yes — the articulate tone and responsive pickups excel in funk, progressive, and rock. It is not designed for acoustic-focused or folk applications, but the active system gives you shaping tools for diverse studio and live settings.
How comfortable is this for long playing sessions?
The thin U-contour neck and 40mm nut width create a fast, uncluttered grip, while the lightweight poplar body and ergonomic design are built to minimize fatigue over extended sessions. The 34-inch scale and smooth 400mm fingerboard radius support smooth action across all positions.
What electronics and controls does it have?
The Surveyor-204DX features an active system with ESP LJB (bridge) and LPD (neck) pickups, plus dedicated Volume, Balance, and Tone Boost controls. This setup allows flexible shaping from punchy lows to articulate mids without passive limitations.
What comes with the bass?
The Surveyor-204DX includes factory-installed strings (.045–.105 gauge) optimized for the instrument's tonal character. The Red Burst gloss lacquer finish, black hardware, and LTD DB-4 fixed bridge ensure tuning stability out of the box.
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 $38 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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