EC-1000 VB Duncan Year Differences

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    EC-1000 VB Duncan Year Differences

    Okay so I had the EC-1000 VB Duncan in my mind for a few years now. Due to the scarcity of the guitar being out of stock everywhere, I could only hope I can see one in person. Finally the day came today and I purchased it without hesitation.

    However, I was surprised that my model came with coil splits and a proper 12th fret inlay. Like hold on a minute. Wasn't the 12th fret supposed to have the block inlay which says EC-1000?

    So I did a painstaking Google search and found out that models from 2017 (and before), 2018 and 2019 are DIFFERENT.

    2017 is the one I used to dream about all day. 2018 moved the EC-1000 wording to the truss rod cover. Finally, 2019 added coil splits (my favourite feature). Dayum son, I got the better end of the deal than I thought.

    Although this might also mean all EC-1000 are now made in Indonesia instead of made in Korea. Honestly, I don't mind the shift because everything still looks just like the one I always dreamt of owning.

    If you are wondering why the new EC-1000 VB Duncan looks closer to an ESP E2 Eclipse than the older models, that's because it has been subtly upgraded.

     

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    Georg
    Georg wrote

    Just wait for this gorgeous satin finish to start turning ugly glossy on various spots :|

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      Carl R.
      Carl R. wrote

      Well, any instrument that is being played will show signs of wear. And good instruments will be played a lot. So the matte finish will be worn and the gold will fall off, yes. The gold wears off from the expensive Gibsons as well.

      I bought one of these a week ago and I must say it is a great guitar. Not only for its price but in general. I also own an ESP Horizon Custom from the late 80's. The LTD may have some cheaper hardware and be a slight bit less fancy, but it feels just as good to play. The only weak part so far is the nut, which is too high. But it is a part that can be replaced.

      Pickups sound great, it's good to see ESP/LTD move away from the God awful EMG pickups.

      My EC-1000 VB Duncan was made in Korea in 2019, so it seems they still make them there. Or I got the last one, hehe.

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