Unleash your inner virtuoso with the ESP E-II EV-7 Elias Viljanen Signature Series, a 7-string masterpiece crafted for the bold and powerful tones of metal genres. This guitar is the brainchild of Sonata Arctica’s Elias Viljanen and is designed to deliver an unparalleled playing experience with its resonant alder body, offering a perfect blend of warmth and sustain.

The active EMG pickups are the heart of this instrument, providing a formidable array of tones that are perfect for metal, fusion, or any rock flavor. The EMG 81-7 and EMG 707 humbuckers are specifically tailored to capture the depth and intensity needed for low B or A tunings, ensuring your sound is as aggressive as your playing style.

Craftsmanship is at the forefront with the set-through maple neck and an ebony fingerboard that promises supreme playability and response. To keep your performance expressive and reliable, the Floyd Rose tremolo system allows for intense bending and dive-bombing without sacrificing tuning stability. Paired with Gotoh tuners, this guitar ensures your sound remains steadfast no matter the stage.

Whether you're crafting epic power metal anthems or diving into symphonic metal symphonies, the ESP E-II EV-7 is your partner in musical exploration. Its aggressive aesthetics, complete with a stylized pickguard and black hardware, make it as visually striking as it is sonically powerful.

Key Features:

• Signature 7-string guitar of Sonata Arctica’s Elias Viljanen
• Resonant alder body for balanced warmth and sustain
• Active EMG 81-7 and EMG 707 humbuckers for formidable tone
• Set-through maple neck with ebony fingerboard
• Floyd Rose tremolo for expressive performance
• Gotoh tuners for rock-solid tuning stability
• 25.5" scale ideal for down-tuned styles
• Aggressive look with a stylized pickguard and black hardware

Product specs

FAQs

What kind of music is the ESP E-II EV-7 Elias Viljanen Signature Series best suited for?

The ESP E-II EV-7 Elias Viljanen Signature Series is ideal for metal and progressive rock genres, thanks to its 7-string configuration and powerful humbucking pickups that deliver high-gain tones and extended range.

Does the ESP E-II EV-7 come with stainless steel frets?

The ESP E-II EV-7 features 24 extra-jumbo frets, which are not specified as stainless steel, providing a smooth playing experience and durability for heavy playing styles.

What is the neck profile of the ESP E-II EV-7 Elias Viljanen Signature Series?

The ESP E-II EV-7 features a Thin "U" neck profile, offering a comfortable and fast playing experience, ideal for shredding and technical playing.

Is the ESP E-II EV-7 suitable for beginners?

The ESP E-II EV-7 is more suited for advanced players due to its 7-string configuration and specific design for technical and heavy music styles.

What type of bridge does the ESP E-II EV-7 Elias Viljanen Signature Series have?

The ESP E-II EV-7 is equipped with a locking tremolo bridge, allowing for stable tuning and expressive pitch modulation effects.