Alder body vs mahogany

Alder body vs mahogany

hello guys I'm just wondering if alder body is suitable for metal music. I see some esp like the Mii that have alder on it , would it have an impact on the sound ? Or the mahogany is the way to go ? I know that the...
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So I grabbed the M-330R the other day.

So I grabbed the M-330R the other day.

And I have to say I am very impressed. I wanted a rev headstock M on the cheap and this delivered. Not only that it's a really nice feeling guitar. Well done ESP!...
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Live at NAMM 17: Jared MacEachern (Machine Head)

Live at NAMM 17: Jared MacEachern (Machine Head)

Jared MacEachern, bassist of Machine Head, visits with us backstage at the 2017 NAMM Show and tells us his reasons for having chosen ESP to create his custom instrument. You can get more information on the ESP Custom Shop...
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Sakis b.

Serial number

Esp ltd 256 lemon drop ix16080008 with red knobs is it real?...
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IS THIS GL-200k REAL??

IS THIS GL-200k REAL??

Im about to buy this guitar but I am sceptical of its authenticity please help! ...
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I did a very dumb thing

I did a very dumb thing

I am pretty sure I threw away my ESP guitar catalogs.
I had a 95 97 98 99 00 01 02 and a few more. The only one that survived is 2012 catalog.
WTF was I thinking. ...
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Cowboys From Hell!

Cowboys From Hell!

Dime's stuff is so hard to play, especially his leads. I did my best and it turned out pretty great. Check out that solo at 2:42 Subscribe to my channel for more gutiar covers. Channel...
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Mirage Deluxe

Mirage Deluxe

Bought this in (I Believe mid to late 80's) It was built at 48th street Custom Guitars in NYC.... ESP has no info on the serial as it is from their pre tracking years. Anyone have any ideas to it's year and worth? Thanks...
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ESP LTD TE 401

ESP LTD TE 401

Hi there! I've just wondering if this model is made in Korea or not ? Keep rocking guys! Cheers from France...
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KH 2 Vintage Black Nickel Hardware version

KH 2 Vintage Black Nickel Hardware version

Hi everybody,
I wonder if there are other people here on the forum who own a KH 2 Vintage Black Nickel Hardware version guitar?
I can't imagine that I am the only one!

I know it's only made for 2 years for...
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Tommy R.

Inspection QC

Just wanted to check about the QC procedures before guiatrs are sent to retail outlets. I got a new Burnt Tiger from an authorized retailer close to ESP there in CA...opened the case, checked the guitar over noticed that the...
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Stephen Carpenter models.

Stephen Carpenter models.

I ask you ESP, when shall we get more than just black for StefDog's gitters? It's been well over a decade since there was any other color option. The SC-200 doesn't count....
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Live at NAMM 17: Alex Skolnick plays ESP USA

Live at NAMM 17: Alex Skolnick plays ESP USA

Alex Skolnick (Testament) joins us at the 2017 NAMM Show and puts on a blistering display of great musicianship using a looper along with an ESP USA Eclipse. He also talks about what makes ESP USA a great choice....
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Shuko

Does UK support exist?

Hi folks.. just wondering before I buy my first ESP guitar of there is any UK based support? I have had awful experiences with companies like Ibanez after spending several thousands on their guitars I could not get them to...
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Page Hamilton sigs?

Page Hamilton sigs?

Does he have a model anymore?
Saw Helmet in December he played the burshed model.

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Gotta love NGD!
Live at NAMM 17: Brian "Head" Welch on the SH-7ET

Live at NAMM 17: Brian "Head" Welch on the SH-7ET

Brian "Head" Welch of Korn joins us at the 2017 NAMM Show onstage with ESP's Chris Cannella to talk about his choice to make the switch to ESP. At the show, we introduced Brian's new LTD Signature Series gutar, the SH-7ET. He...
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My ESP M-II (Maple).

My ESP M-II (Maple).

I recently bought a Standard Series M-II (Maple) and changed all the parts to solid black. Didn't fancy the black chrome finish it had on its parts. This M-II has the Extra Thin Flat neck contour which is very awesome, plays...
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New and Updated Left-Handed Models for 2017
ESP Horizon NT-7B in action

ESP Horizon NT-7B in action

Official guitar & bass playthrough of 'Stenosis' from the album 'Iapetus' by the two founder member of OMEGA DIATRIBE, Gergo Hajer & Akos Szathmary .

Signal chain:
• ESP Horizon NT7 Baritone - Focusrite...
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Peter E.

Looking for wiring diagram and pot data for B-55

Howdy! I just accidently ruined the axis of the pot closest to the jack if my bass. Its marked 250K, BUT!?, Is it linear or a log one? Sincearly..the bass & cookie monster...
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50s C vs Thin U

50s C vs Thin U

Hey all, new to the forums looking for someone to shed some light on how the Thin U compares to the traditional 50s C shape. Personally, I love that 50s neck and am looking at an E-II but don't want to commit til I get some...
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Live at NAMM 17: Ted Aguilar Interview

Live at NAMM 17: Ted Aguilar Interview

Ted Aguilar of Death Angel talks about his Signature Series TED-600 guitar....
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Ronald C.

Thinking about getting a couple of USA models

Im looking at a Horizon hardtail and M-!!! or !! with a floyd and maple board. Looking for opinions of the USA stuff...
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Terji Skibenæs - TYR

Terji Skibenæs - TYR

https://www.espguitars.com/pages/custom-shop...
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Seriousracer
Oliver H.

Deciding between E-II instruments...

Hi ESP family. I'm considering which guitar I want for my second E-II. On one hand I'd like an E-II FRX, on the other, an E-II M-II urban camo. Has anyone tried either of these? I'm curious about the weight of the FRX...
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Ride The Lightning with Solo

Ride The Lightning with Solo

Just got back into guitar covers about a week ago, did these three (Ride The Lightning, Dyer's Eve, and The Four Horsemen) within that time period. Haven't posted a cover to ESP's Video Commmunity in almost an entire...
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Dyer's Eve with Solo

Dyer's Eve with Solo

A true milestone for any guitarist. Because this shit is hard! Hardest Metallica song? Maybe! You decide Enjoy anddd Subscribe! =) My Channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEudGqRYWu6m8xZ7E5xrxeQ...
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