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ESP LTD B-206SM Bass Guitar - Natural Satin

6-string Electric Bass with Spalted Maple Top, 5-piece Maple/Jatoba Neck, Jatoba Fingerboard, and 2 Humbucking Pickups - Natural Satin
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Intermediate Bass with Pro Looks and Features

Bassists who are looking to step into the pro range without a big price tag should look no further than the ESP LTD B-206SM. This bass has a stunning satin-finished spalted maple top on an ergonomic ash body for a warm and cutting tone, good stage looks, and all-night comfort. A strong bolt-on 5-piece maple neck with a Thin "U" profile and jatoba fingerboard gives the LTD B-206SM a snappy response and accurate reproduction of runs. Sweetwater bassists were quick to note the LTD B-206SM's low-noise ESP humbucking pickups with active EQ, stable string-through bridge, and moody black nickel hardware.

Distinctive tonewoods for focused lows and a cutting edge

The LTD B-206SM has a look and sound that's unique among this price range. The ash body and bolt-on, 5-piece maple and jatoba neck give this bass a decidedly American response: bright and punchy mids, a fast attack, and a focused bass response. The spalted maple top's satin finish gives this instrument an eye-catching look to suit modern styles of music.

SB-6 humbucking pickups with 3-band active EQ for modern color

ESP electronics have a sound that delivers for modern rock, metal, and fusion, and the LTD B-206SM stays true to this reputation. Onboard SB-6 neck and bridge humbuckers give the LTD B-206SM moderate output and low noise for clean stage amplification and accurate studio sound reproduction. A powerful 3-band active EQ section provides lots of tone-shaping options to help your groove find its place in a mix.

ESP LTD B-206SM 6-string Electric Bass Features:

  • Pro features from an intermediate bass
  • Ash body with satin-finished spalted maple top provides a focused sound and deluxe looks
  • Snappy bolt-on maple/jatoba neck with a comfortable Thin "U" profile
  • 350mm radius rosewood fretboard responds quickly and accurately
  • SB-6 neck and bridge humbuckers deliver modern low-noise amplification
  • Active 3-band EQ section for tonal versatility
  • String-through bridge adjusts to any playing style
  • Black nickel knobs and tuners add to the B-206SM's moody look

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Tech Specs

  • Number of Strings: 6
  • Left-/Right-handed: Right-handed
  • Body Shape: LTD B Series
  • Color: Natural
  • Body Material: Ash (body), Spalted Maple (top)
  • Body Finish: Satin
  • Neck Material: 5-piece Maple/Jatoba
  • Neck Shape: Thin U
  • Neck Joint: Bolt-on
  • Fingerboard Material: Roasted Jatoba
  • Fingerboard Inlay: Dots
  • Number of Frets: 24, Extra Jumbo
  • Scale Length: 35"
  • Nut Width: 1.692"
  • Nut Material: Molded
  • Bridge/Tailpiece: LTD DB-6
  • Tuners: LTD
  • Neck Pickup: ESP Designed SB-6N Humbucker
  • Bridge Pickup: ESP Designed SB-6N Humbucker
  • Controls: 1 x volume (push/pull), 1 x balance control, 3-band active EQ
  • Strings: D'Addario XL, .030-.125
  • Case/Gig Bag: Sold Separately
  • Manufacturer Part Number: LB206SMNS

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Rated 5/5

ESP Ltd B206 Bass

Just an absolute beast of a instrument, and probably the best looking basses I've seen anywhere. My sales engineer, Ian Hass, was just great. Extremely helpful throughout the entire process, and made sure I got a case that would fit my bass. I initially picked a case I thought would be a great fit, come to find out it was not. Due to the wider neck of the 6 String I selected the
gator case wouldn't fit my bass. The ESP from fitting case cradles the guitar in perfect comfort while protecting like no other. I would absolutely recommend Sweetwater to anyone looking for a reliable company that truly cares about what they do. I would also highly recommend the ESP B206 to anyone looking for a 6 String on a budget, the bass however is not budget at all. This guitar has features you normally see on higher end basses but in a affordable package. Make the jump, I know I'm glad I did. Big thanks to Ian Hass and the entire Sweetwater staff, you've made a customer for life.
Music background: Southern Rock, classic Rock, metal
Rated 5/5

Absolutely Awesome

This bass is killer. Absolutely loved as soon as I got it unboxed, tuned, and plugged in. This is an amazing bass if you want to enter the 6 string world.
Music background: Metal bassist 25yrs
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