Focus Pro Audio has select ESP Electric Guitars (11 Models Available) on sale as listed below when you apply discount code FCESPSL at checkout. Shipping is free.
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Focus Pro Audio has select ESP Electric Guitars (11 Models Available) on sale as listed below when you apply discount code FCESPSL at checkout. Shipping is free.
Thanks to Deal Editor iconian for sharing this deal.
These ESP LTD deals stand out for giving new, higher-end guitars at prices that rival used gear, especially the EC-256 and EC-1000 models. The EC-256 is framed as a strong entry-level Les Paul style option, while the Vintage Black EC-1000 at $681 is treated as a solid workhorse with a Metallica Black Album vibe. The KH-602 also draws attention as an appealing upgrade, and the line is described as much cheaper than full ESP models while still being quite good. The main caution is that LTD is not the same as a full ESP, and the six-string B-206SM is notably heavy at about 11 pounds. A strong value play if you want an ESP-style guitar without paying full ESP prices.
If you are shopping for a new entry-level "Les Paul"-ish instrument, these EC-256 models are a pretty nice deal because commenters say they're a strong value for an entry-level Les Paul-style guitar.
If you want a Les Paul style but don't want to buy Epiphone/Gibson, the EC-1000 is a great option because commenters specifically call it out as a Les Paul-style alternative.
If you're chasing that "Metallica Black album" tone, an EC-500/EC-1000 style purchase is where it's at because one commenter says they've owned an EC-500 for decades and bought the EC-1000 in vintage black for that sound.
If you want a NEW quality guitar for a price that rivals used, this is best for you because commenters say LTD guitars are high quality and at these prices they rival used prices.
If you're looking at higher-end LTDs like the EC-1000 and want something good without paying full ESP money, it's a good fit because community notes that EC-1000-class LTDs are quite good even though they're not $3000 ESPs.
If you're thinking about starting out on a six-string, this deal isn't ideal because a commenter says they wouldn't recommend starting on a six string and suggests four (or possibly five) instead.
If you're sensitive to instrument weight and are considering the B-206SM specifically, it may not be ideal because one commenter says the model seems quite heavy, with Sweetwater listing it around 11 lb versus a typical heavy 5-string Jazz Bass at about 9-10 lb.
Yes. The EC-1000 is a strong Les Paul-style option if you want that feel and sound without going Epiphone or Gibson, and the Vintage Black version at $681 is described as a killer deal on a solid workhorse.
At these sale prices, LTD guitars can rival used-market pricing while still being new. The higher-end LTD models like the EC-1000 are described as very good, though they are still below full ESP models that run into the thousands.
No, a six-string bass is not recommended as a first bass; four strings is the standard starting point, with five as a possible alternative. The B-206SM is also reported to be very heavy at about 11 pounds, which can make it harder to handle.
Looking to start learning bass guitar. Would the B-206SM be a good starter?
I wouldn't recommend starting on a six string. The standard recommendation is four, but I could see starting on five, too. But six is more strings than I would recommend to start. Also, this particular model seems quite heavy, with the one listed on Sweetwater weighing in at 11 pounds. For comparison, a 5-string Jazz Bass, which is typically considered a heavy instrument, is more like 9 to 10 pounds.
We had one of the largest pops for guitar buying since the Beatles during the Covid era. People were paying premiums for everything. Prices went up, but at this point in time demand has cratered so prices will trend downward.
This deal got me interested and bought the EC-256 and also a Boss Katana 50 Amp from them along with strings , stand etc. Customer support was helpful and added some more coupons and bringing overall price down. Now I hope all this doesnt end up in the corner after a month. Pretty excited for now.
I wouldn't recommend starting on a six string. The standard recommendation is four, but I could see starting on five, too. But six is more strings than I would recommend to start. Also, this particular model seems quite heavy, with the one listed on Sweetwater weighing in at 11 pounds. For comparison, a 5-string Jazz Bass, which is typically considered a heavy instrument, is more like 9 to 10 pounds.
Thank you for the reply!
Is there a particular model you recommend for beginners?
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These ESP LTD deals stand out for giving new, higher-end guitars at prices that rival used gear, especially the EC-256 and EC-1000 models. The EC-256 is framed as a strong entry-level Les Paul style option, while the Vintage Black EC-1000 at $681 is treated as a solid workhorse with a Metallica Black Album vibe. The KH-602 also draws attention as an appealing upgrade, and the line is described as much cheaper than full ESP models while still being quite good. The main caution is that LTD is not the same as a full ESP, and the six-string B-206SM is notably heavy at about 11 pounds. A strong value play if you want an ESP-style guitar without paying full ESP prices.
If you are shopping for a new entry-level "Les Paul"-ish instrument, these EC-256 models are a pretty nice deal because commenters say they're a strong value for an entry-level Les Paul-style guitar.
If you want a Les Paul style but don't want to buy Epiphone/Gibson, the EC-1000 is a great option because commenters specifically call it out as a Les Paul-style alternative.
If you're chasing that "Metallica Black album" tone, an EC-500/EC-1000 style purchase is where it's at because one commenter says they've owned an EC-500 for decades and bought the EC-1000 in vintage black for that sound.
If you want a NEW quality guitar for a price that rivals used, this is best for you because commenters say LTD guitars are high quality and at these prices they rival used prices.
If you're looking at higher-end LTDs like the EC-1000 and want something good without paying full ESP money, it's a good fit because community notes that EC-1000-class LTDs are quite good even though they're not $3000 ESPs.
If you're thinking about starting out on a six-string, this deal isn't ideal because a commenter says they wouldn't recommend starting on a six string and suggests four (or possibly five) instead.
If you're sensitive to instrument weight and are considering the B-206SM specifically, it may not be ideal because one commenter says the model seems quite heavy, with Sweetwater listing it around 11 lb versus a typical heavy 5-string Jazz Bass at about 9-10 lb.
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Is there a particular model you recommend for beginners?
Is there a particular model you recommend for beginners?
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