ESP LTD Volsung Lars Frederiksen Guitar Oxblood Satin
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ESP LTD Volsung Lars Frederiksen Guitar Oxblood Satin
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- SKU
- LVOLSUNGOXBS
- Color
- Red
. Description
Sound & Tone
The mahogany body and set neck at 24.75" scale give this Volsung a thick, warm foundation with punchy midrange and a tight low end, while the macassar ebony fingerboard adds high-end definition and attack. The passive EMG LF-DMF pickups split the difference between bite and body: a ceramic bridge unit for cutting articulation under gain, and an Alnico V neck for rounder, more musical leads and cleans. With independent volume controls for each pickup and a toggle for blended voicings, it's aimed squarely at aggressive rock, punk, and metal, and it handles drop tunings without losing clarity.
ESP LTD Volsung Lars Frederiksen Guitar in Oxblood Satin
The ESP LTD Volsung puts a thin u-shaped neck and contoured mahogany body in your hands with oxblood satin finishing that commands the stage. Co-designed with Lars Frederiksen, this guitar cuts hard in aggressive rock, punk, and metal—its punchy midrange and tight low-end slice through any live mix or recording session. Fast, responsive playability coupled with striking visual presence makes this a reliable workhorse for touring musicians and serious collectors.
Playability & Construction
Set-neck construction at 24.75" scale with a thin three-piece mahogany neck locks in stability while keeping fret access snappy for rapid-fire playing. The macassar ebony fingerboard features extra-jumbo frets, 350mm radius, and Luminlay glow-in-the-dark side markers so you navigate the neck with certainty under stage lights or in dimly-lit studios. White binding frames the headstock, and the 42mm molded nut handles standard tuning and drop tunings across all 22 frets without compromise.
Tone & Electronics
The EMG LF-DMF signature pickups nail aggressive tone with articulate high-end bite and commanding midrange punch—ceramic magnet in the bridge grabs cutting articulation while Alnico V in the neck delivers punchy, musical response. Three independent controls—separate volume for each pickup plus dedicated tone knob—paired with passive electronics and a toggle switch let you shape your voice from single-pickup snarl to full dual-pickup authority.
Key Features
- Set-neck construction at 24.75" scale with mahogany body and three-piece mahogany neck
- Oxblood Satin finish
- Macassar ebony fingerboard with extra-jumbo frets and Luminlay glow-in-the-dark side markers
- 350mm fingerboard radius with 22 frets
- 42mm molded nut with white binding on headstock
- EMG LF-DMF signature pickups with ceramic magnet (bridge) and Alnico V (neck)
- Three-control configuration with individual pickup volume knobs and tone control
- Passive electronics with toggle switch
- TonePros locking TOM bridge and tailpiece with Gotoh tuners
- Black hardware throughout
- D'Addario XL110 strings (.010/.013/.017/.026/.036/.046)
- Includes deluxe ESP hardshell case
The Volsung bonds proven hardware, signature electronics, and dialed playability into an instrument designed to survive the road and deliver night after night.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
| Neck Construction | Set-Neck |
| Country of Manufacture | South Korea |
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Specifications
| Body Style | Single Cutaway |
|---|---|
| Scale Length | 24.75" Scale |
| Frets | 22 Frets |
| Fretboard | Ebony |
| Neck Wood | Mahogany |
| Neck Construction | Set-Neck |
| Pickups | Active HH |
| Bridge | Tune-O-Matic / Stopbar |
| Strings | 6 |
| Orientation | Right handed |
| Model Year | 2023 |
| Made In | South Korea |
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ punk
- ✓ rock
- ✓ metal
- ✓ hard rock
- ✓ gigging
Not the best pick for
- – jazz
- – folk
- – worship
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What neck and fretboard specs does the Volsung have?
The Volsung features a thin U-shaped, three-piece mahogany neck at 24.75 scale with 22 extra-jumbo frets on a macassar ebony fingerboard. It has a 350mm radius and 42mm molded nut, with Luminlay glow-in-the-dark side markers and white headstock binding for visibility in any lighting.
What pickups are in this guitar and can I adjust their output?
The Volsung uses EMG LF-DMF signature pickups: a ceramic magnet bridge pickup for cutting articulation and an Alnico V neck pickup for punchy tone. The three-control passive configuration includes individual pickup volume knobs plus a tone control and toggle switch, letting you dial in single or dual-pickup voicing with precise tonal shaping.
What tuning range does this guitar handle?
The 42mm molded nut and robust set-neck construction accommodate both standard and drop tunings across all 22 frets, making the Volsung suitable for heavy punk, rock, and metal applications.
What hardware and bridge system does the Volsung use?
The Volsung is equipped with a TonePros locking TOM bridge and tailpiece paired with Gotoh tuners for reliable tuning stability, along with black hardware throughout. It ships with D'Addario XL110 strings (.010-.046).
What genres and playing styles is this guitar designed for?
The Volsung is engineered for punk, rock, metal, and hard rock, particularly for gigging and live performance where punchy midrange and cutting articulation are essential. Its aggressive response and fast playability make it less suited for jazz, folk, or worship applications.
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 $119 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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