ESP LTD Arrow Black Metal Guitar – Black Satin (B-Stock)

The ESP LTD Arrow Black Metal is a fierce addition to ESP’s Black Metal Series, combining premium build quality with a dark, minimalist aesthetic. With an extreme Arrow body shape, all-black finish, and a single, high-output EMG 81 pickup, this guitar is designed for players who crave aggressive sound and bold looks. This B-stock model is discounted by at least 20% due to minor cosmetic blemishes, without any effect on playability or sound quality.

Key Features and Specifications

• Construction: Neck-Thru for extended sustain and easy upper fret access
• Scale Length: 25.5", providing balanced string tension and clear tones
• Body Material: Mahogany, delivering a warm, full tone with strong midrange
• Neck: 3-piece Maple with an Extra Thin "U" contour for fast, comfortable playability
• Fingerboard: Macassar Ebony with a 350mm radius, featuring glow-in-the-dark side markers for visibility on dark stages
• Finish: Black Satin, enhancing the menacing aesthetic

Playability and Design

• Neck Contour: Extra Thin "U" for fast, easy playability, perfect for technical riffs and solos
• Fingerboard Radius: 350mm, providing a flat surface ideal for fast playing and precise chording
• Frets: 24 Extra-Jumbo Stainless Steel, ensuring durability and smooth bending
• Nut: Locking with a width of 42mm, maintaining tuning stability with heavy tremolo use
• Inlays: None, maintaining the sleek, minimalist look of the Black Metal Series

Electronics and Hardware

• Bridge: Floyd Rose 1000, allowing for expressive pitch manipulation while retaining tuning stability
• Pickup:
  • Bridge: EMG 81 (with Black Logo) active humbucker, providing aggressive high-output tones ideal for metal
• Controls: Single Volume control and EMG TKO Kill Switch for rapid silencing effects
• Hardware Color: Black, complementing the Black Metal aesthetic
• Tuners: Grover, ensuring precise and stable tuning

Additional Features

• Strings: D'Addario XL120 (.009/.011/.016/.024/.032/.042) for balanced tone and tension
• Case: Compatible with the V-ALEXI GUITAR FORM FIT CASE (sold separately)

The ESP LTD Arrow Black Metal in Black Satin is a standout instrument, built for metal players who value power and simplicity. With its high-output EMG pickup, Floyd Rose tremolo, and minimalist design, this guitar is all about delivering aggressive sound and uncompromising performance. The B-stock model offers an excellent opportunity to own this premium guitar at a reduced price, with minor cosmetic imperfections that do not affect performance.