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Description

Unleash your inner heavy metal icon with the ESP Skulls & Snakes, a guitar that pays homage to George Lynch's legendary shredding. Crafted with precision in Japan, this electric guitar combines a sleek alder body with a smooth maple neck, culminating in a rosewood fingerboard designed for rapid riffing. The heart of its sound lies in the unique combination of Arcane pickups: the crisp Desert Eagle single-coil at the neck and the roaring Mr. Scary Humbucker at the bridge, allowing for a versatile sound palette. Equipped with a Floyd Rose Original bridge and Gotoh tuners, the Skulls & Snakes stands ready to dive bomb and sustain through any setlist without missing a beat.

Key Features:

  • Made in ESP’s custom shop in Japan
  • Alder body with a maple neck and 22-fret rosewood fingerboard
  • Equipped with Arcane Desert Eagle single-coil (neck) and Mr. Scary Humbucker (bridge) pickups
  • Features a Floyd Rose Original bridge and Gotoh tuners for stable tuning and performance

Product specs

Number of Strings 6
Left-/Right-handed Right-handed
Body Type Solidbody
Body Shape Signature
Body Material Maple
Body Finish Gloss
Neck Material Maple
Neck Shape GL Original U
Neck Joint Bolt-on
Radius 12"
Fingerboard Inlay Skulls
Number of Frets 22, Extra Jumbo
Scale Length 25.5"
Nut Width 1.77"
Nut Material Locking nut
Bridge/Tailpiece Floyd Rose Original Tremolo
Tuners Gotoh tuners
Neck Pickup ESP SH-100 Strat-style Humbucker
Bridge Pickup Seymour Duncan George Lynch "The Hunter" Humbucker
Controls 1 x master volume (push/pull pickup selector)
Strings Elixir Nanoweb Super Light, .009-.042
Case/Gig Bag Hardshell Case

FAQs

What is the neck profile like on the ESP Skulls & Snakes guitar?

The ESP Skulls & Snakes features a GL Original U neck shape, providing a comfortable grip that is well-suited for fast playing styles typical of rock and metal genres.

What kind of pickups does the ESP Skulls & Snakes guitar have?

This guitar is equipped with an ESP SH-100 Strat-style humbucker in the neck position and a Seymour Duncan George Lynch "The Hunter" humbucker in the bridge position, offering a versatile range of tones from warm to aggressive.

Is the ESP Skulls & Snakes guitar suitable for metal music?

Yes, the ESP Skulls & Snakes is designed with metal music in mind, featuring high-output humbuckers and a fast neck profile for shredding and heavy riffing.

Does the ESP Skulls & Snakes guitar come with a tremolo system?

Yes, it comes with a Floyd Rose Original Tremolo, allowing for precise pitch modulation and stable tuning even with extensive use.

How many frets does the ESP Skulls & Snakes guitar have?

The guitar features 22 extra jumbo frets, providing ample space for expressive bends and solos.

What is the body material of the ESP Skulls & Snakes guitar?

The body of the ESP Skulls & Snakes is made of maple, contributing to its bright tone and sustain.

Does the ESP Skulls & Snakes guitar include a case?

Yes, the ESP Skulls & Snakes comes with a hardshell case, ensuring protection during transport and storage.

Coleman's Music

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Features and functionality

  • The LTD version of this model includes a Seymour Duncan TB-12 and a Duncan Designed HR-101 pickup, noted for their unique tonal qualities.

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  • The guitar features a volume control with a push-pull pickup select, allowing for versatile tonal options without the need for multiple knobs.

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  • This model includes an Original Floyd Rose tremolo bridge, which is favored for its stability and tuning retention during aggressive play.

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Comparisons

  • The ESP version of the Skulls & Snakes model typically commands a higher price, often around $5000, due to superior build quality compared to the LTD.

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  • The ESP and LTD relationship is likened to that of Fender/Squier, with LTD being the more affordable, yet still respectable, option.

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