ESP

ESP’s story began in 1975 in a small guitar workshop in Tokyo, Japan. Over its half-century history, it’s ascended in status to one of the world’s most renowned manufacturers of high-performance guitars and basses. Its instruments are a staple in any style of music where precision in design and manufacturing is crucial to playing performance. Whether you choose a standard ESP model or a guitar from sub-brands LTD and E-II, you can rest assured that your instrument was purpose-made to sharpen your skills and help you become a better player. Never content to rest on its reputation, ESP fearlessly charges forward to elevate the art of guitar.

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LTD: ESP Style for All Musicians

In 1995, ESP launched LTD — a sub-brand aimed to bring musicians hard-hitting tones and fluid playability at a price point that remained within a working musician’s reach. Decades later, LTD has developed a prestigious reputation of its own, becoming the instrument of choice for players ranging from worldwide touring professionals to weekend performers.

ESP USA: Premier Quality, Made in America

Handcrafted by ESP’s master luthiers in sunny Southern California, ESP USA instruments are revered for their remarkable designs, ultra-precise craftsmanship, and impeccable tones. These top-tier instruments wholeheartedly fulfill ESP’s long-standing tradition of excellence in guitar building, and they’re proudly 100% made in the USA.

ESP E-II: The New Standard

Formerly known as ESP Standard, ESP E-II guitars and basses are made in Japan to superlative standards of quality. Engineered and designed to meet the painstaking requirements of recording and touring professionals, ESP-II bridges the gap between the ESP’s highest-level offerings and the accessible models of LTD. For the discerning musician hunting after exemplary looks, searing sound, and exquisite Japanese craftsmanship, ESP E-II fits the bill.

ESP Original: Masterpieces from Japan

Each model in ESP’s Original range comes handcrafted by a single master luthier from the Japanese ESP Custom Shop. It’s the highest-quality lineup of instruments that ESP has to offer, with every guitar and bass exuding a level of detail and craftsmanship that borders on the obsessive. Uncompromising in every aspect, ESP Original instruments are for the musician who craves an instrument with the finest tonewoods, components, and aesthetics on the planet.

Signature Series: The Artist’s Vision

The ESP/LTD Signature Series comprises guitars and basses codesigned between ESP and its star-studded family of world-revered artists. This series encapsulates ESP’s ceaseless tradition of innovation and original designs, and every instrument is built to the unique specifications of the artist it pays tribute to. Simply put, the guitars and basses in this series live up to the standards of the most lauded and successful musicians in the world.

Basses: The Heartbeat of Modern Music

ESP/LTD’s basses are favored by scores of prestigious performers in all manner of musical styles. Whether you’re after a 4-, 5-, or 6-string bass (or even an extreme, extended-range model), ESP/LTD has the perfect bass for you. So, whether you’re a metal master, a dedicated funk bassist, a jazz devotee, or you’re backing a pop superstar, ESP/LTD basses will elevate your playing with their superior performance and tones.

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