The ESP Original Snapper is a testament to ESP’s commitment to craftsmanship and innovation, merging traditional design with high-performance features. This solid body electric guitar is meticulously handcrafted at the ESP Custom Shop in Japan, ensuring an instrument that resonates with professional quality. At its core, the Snapper features a swamp ash body, known for its exceptional resonance and balanced tone, making it a versatile platform for any genre. The neck is a one-piece maple construction with a smooth maple fingerboard, offering effortless playability and a compound radius that caters to both rhythm and lead playing.

Under the hood, the Snapper boasts an HSS configuration of ESP Custom Lab pickups. These pickups deliver a vast tonal range, from the crystal-clear highs of single-coils to the raw power of a humbucker, allowing you to explore everything from blues and rock to metal and jazz. The ESP Flicker III tremolo system and Gotoh locking tuners provide rock-solid tuning stability, even during intense performances, while the coil-split switch further expands your sonic possibilities.

This guitar is not just about performance; it’s about reliability and style. With its carefully selected tonewoods and premium hardware, the ESP Original Snapper is designed to meet the demands of the most discerning musicians, whether on stage or in the studio.

Key Features:

• Handcrafted in Japan by ESP’s esteemed luthiers
• Swamp ash body for balanced tone and resonance
• Maple neck with a compound radius for versatile playability
• HSS configuration of ESP Custom Lab pickups for a wide tonal palette
• ESP Flicker III tremolo system for stable pitch control
• Gotoh locking tuners for quick and reliable string changes

Product specs

FAQs

What kind of tones can I expect from the ESP Original Snapper's pickups?

The ESP Original Snapper features Seymour Duncan H/S/S pickups, offering a versatile range of tones. The bridge humbucker provides a powerful, punchy sound, while the single-coil neck and middle pickups deliver vintage warmth and clarity, suitable for genres from rock to blues.

Does the ESP Original Snapper have a comfortable neck profile for fast playing?

Yes, the ESP Original Snapper features a Thin U neck profile, which is designed for fast and comfortable playability, making it ideal for both shredding and smooth chord transitions.

Is the ESP Original Snapper suitable for live performances?

Absolutely, the ESP Original Snapper is equipped with Gotoh locking tuners and an ESP Flicker-III tremolo system, ensuring excellent tuning stability and performance reliability, making it well-suited for live gigs.

How does the push-pull control on the ESP Original Snapper work?

The push-pull control on the ESP Original Snapper allows you to split the humbucker pickup, providing additional single-coil tones, which expands your tonal palette and versatility.

What type of wood is used in the ESP Original Snapper's body, and how does it affect the sound?

The body of the ESP Original Snapper is made from swamp ash, known for its balanced tonal characteristics, offering a clear, resonant sound with a pronounced midrange and bright highs.