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Description
The ESP Eclipse I CTM is a testament to the harmonious blend of craftsmanship and modern technology in the world of electric guitars. Designed for the discerning musician, this solid body electric guitar offers a rich, articulate sound, perfect for both stage performances and studio recordings. Its set-neck construction ensures exceptional sustain and resonance, allowing each note to sing with clarity and power.
The Eclipse I CTM features a sleek mahogany body paired with a maple top, providing a balanced tonal palette that caters to a variety of genres. The ebony fingerboard is adorned with elegant flag inlays, and its 22 extra-jumbo frets make for a comfortable playing experience, whether you're shredding solos or laying down rhythm. Equipped with high-output EMG pickups, this guitar delivers a powerful, aggressive tone that's particularly well-suited for rock and metal.
Incorporating a Gotoh TOM bridge and tailpiece, the Eclipse I CTM ensures reliable tuning stability and precise intonation. The guitar’s aesthetic is completed with gold hardware, adding a touch of elegance to its robust build.
Ideal for guitarists who demand performance and style, the ESP Eclipse I CTM is a versatile instrument that stands out both visually and sonically.
Key Features:
- Mahogany body with maple top
- Set-neck construction
- Ebony fingerboard with flag inlays
- 22 extra-jumbo frets
- EMG 81/60 active pickups
- Gotoh TOM bridge and tailpiece
- Gold hardware
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Features and functionality
Build quality
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Full thickness body measures 50mm, comparable to a Les Paul Custom, offering a solid and substantial feel.
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User experience
Mods and upgrades
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One owner installed Bare Knuckle Aftermath pickups, suggesting this upgrade for enhanced tone.
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Comparisons
Value and pricing
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Prices on Reverb are often inflated, making local listings a more viable option for finding a reasonably priced ESP Eclipse I CTM.
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James Hetfield is a prominent advocate for the ESP Eclipse I CTM Vintage Black guitar, using both pre-lawsuit and post-lawsuit models. He also has customized versions made exclusively for him. A photo from 1998 on Pinterest by Ewelina Szóstek shows Hetfield with this guitar, highlighting his long-term association with the model.
In the official music video for "Sorgens Kammer - Del II," Silenoz of Dimmu Borgir is seen using an older, pre-lawsuit ESP Eclipse I CTM Vintage Black, as shared by Nuclear Blast Records on YouTube.
Only used as a prop in the shooting of Bye Bye Beautiful. Technically, not used at all by Emppu for making music.
see https://metal.fandom.com/wiki/Erno_%22Emppu%22_Vuorinen
Is it true that you changed your guitar for a Les Paul to fit more with Anette’s heavy voice? Vuorinen’s answer was:
The thing is that when we went to LA, (where the videos were shot) I forgot my guitar at home so I had to run to the nearest local guitar store to buy an ESP Eclipse. So the answer is: No!
In this picture taken from Wacken Open Air 2014, Samoth is playing a Vintage Black Esp Eclipse.
Metin Türkcan shared a post on Instagram where he is seen playing an ESP Eclipse I CTM Vintage Black on stage.
Kendrick used this guitar in 2008, according to this diagram.
In the official music video for My Dying Bride's "The 2nd of Three Bells," Neil Blanchett is seen playing an ESP Eclipse I CTM from 0:38 to 0:46. This guitar typically features EMG 81 and 60 pickups, though they may be replaced with 81 and 85. The video is published by Nuclear Blast Records.
In this YouTube video, you can see Martin sweet playing on a ESP Eclipse I CTM Vintage Black.
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