ESP Original (Japan) vs E-II

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    Raymond P.

    I know there has been so much back and forth info on whether the E-II are as good as the old Standard series. I’m just learning about ESPs so any info is greatly appreciated. 

    im fairly specific on what I’m looking for, Horizon 1 or 2  NT-II (string thru/neck thru) Normal ESP headstock.


    At the same time, I’ve seen a few custom shop, or standard MIJ golden era ESP and the Standard series just seems...closer(?) to the unimaginable quality of the custom shop vs the current E-II. 

    My desired specific model might be tough to find initially, but would it be worth it to hold out for a quality Standard Series or used Custom Shop Horizon vs getting an E-II which they really have some good looking models. 

    im playing metal/heavier music for whatever it’s worth. I’d prefer no tremolo, but hot d*mn if those custom Shop horizons on reverb w Floyd’s aren’t stunning...ugg decisions...Hell I’d love an ESP SRC6 or even Stef-6

     

    ANY input is greatly greatly appreciated thank you!!

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    Raymond P.
    Raymond P. wrote

     

    VS Original/Custom Shop

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      Mark F.
      Mark F. wrote

      My M-I Standard and E-II M-I's are on par for fit, finish, and feel.  

      My Kiso Hanneman is flawless, and these other 3 file right in line, just no custom paint, custom bridge, custom nut, etc...

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        Raymond P.
        Raymond P. wrote

        Thank you for the response. Depending Id replace pups etc but if that’s all Im Missing is final touches. Have a chance to jump on a Horizon E-II cheap so wanted to get a feel from my limited experience. Thank you so much! Now to keep the wife at bay lol

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