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.
If you are shopping for a new entry level "Les Paul'ish" instrument those 256's are a pretty nice deal. The Vintage Black EC-1000 for $681 is a killer deal on a solid workhorse. I'm hoping to find a Sparrowhawk or BW-1 on sale eventually, but I won't hold my breath.
I've had an EC-500 for decades. Always wanted that EC-1000 in vintage black. Finally jumped on it. If you want Metallica Black album sound, these are where it's at.
Don't like how the links all say ESP LTD. I was always told LTD was the lower level tier. It's one or the other right?
LTD is ESP's more mass-produced line. Full (non-LTD) ESP's run in the thousands, so ESP LTDs are much cheaper and can range from hundreds into mid-one thousand or so. The higher end LTDs are quite good, like the EC-1000s mentioned here, but they are not $3000 ESPs either.
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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.
EC-256 models can work well as an entry-level Les Paul-ish option for new players.
The Vintage Black EC-1000 is described as a solid workhorse option at its listed price.
LTD guitars are described as high quality, with pricing that can rival used prices for a new instrument.
EC1000 models are positioned as a Les Paul style alternative for shoppers avoiding Epiphone and Gibson.
The KH-602 tiger stripe model can feel disappointing because its neck is described as underwhelming.
Starting on a six-string may be a poor fit for beginners, since six strings are more than recommended for starting out.
The B-206SM is reported as heavy, with the listed weight around 11 pounds compared with a typical heavy 5-string Jazz Bass.
ESP LTD models are described as not equivalent to full ESP models, since full ESP runs are much higher priced.
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