ESP LTD B-1005 Bocote Electric Bass – Natural Satin

The ESP LTD B-1005 Bocote Bass in Natural Satin is part of the LTD Deluxe Series, engineered for professional musicians needing reliability and versatility both on stage and in the studio. With a 34" scale, this five-string bass offers a responsive swamp ash body with a stunning solid bocote top, a sustainable tonewood known for its beautiful grain and rich tonal qualities. It’s built with a five-piece wenge and purple heart neck and a macassar ebony fingerboard, delivering smooth playability and excellent stability. High-end components like Nordstrand Big Splits hum-canceling pickups, an ABQ-3MS 3-band EQ, and Gotoh tuners and bridge provide incredible flexibility and precision in tone.

Key Features and Specifications

• Construction: Bolt-On, providing articulation and dynamic response
• Scale Length: 34", delivering familiar tension and playability
• Body Material: Swamp Ash with a Solid Bocote top for both tone and visual appeal
• Neck: 5-piece Wenge/Purple Heart, offering strength and tonal stability
• Fingerboard: Macassar Ebony with a 400mm radius, delivering a smooth playing surface
• Finish: Natural Satin, enhancing the natural beauty of the bocote

Playability and Design

• Neck Contour: Extra Thin "U" for comfortable and fast playing
• Fingerboard Radius: 400mm, suitable for a wide range of playing styles
• Frets: 24 Extra-Jumbo Stainless Steel, providing durability and ease of play
• Nut: Molded with a width of 47mm, ideal for a five-string bass setup

Electronics and Hardware

• Bridge: Gotoh, known for reliability and precise intonation
• Pickups:
  • Neck and Bridge: Nordstrand Big Splits, providing clear, balanced tones with hum-canceling functionality
• Controls:
  • Master Volume and Balance
  • ABQ-3MS 3-Band EQ with Bass, Mid, and Treble controls
  • Two mini-switches: Active/Passive switch and Mid-Frequency Selector (400Hz or 800Hz) for versatile tone shaping
• Hardware Color: Black, complementing the Natural Satin finish
• Tuners: Gotoh, ensuring precise tuning stability

Additional Features

• Strings: D'Addario XL (.045/.065/.085/.105/.125) for balanced feel and tone on a five-string setup
• Case: Compatible with the B BASS FORM FIT CASE (sold separately)

The ESP LTD B-1005 Bocote Bass in Natural Satin combines elegance and versatility, making it ideal for bassists who seek a professional-grade instrument with extensive tonal options. With its Nordstrand pickups, Gotoh hardware, and flexible EQ settings, this bass is equipped to perform across genres, making it an excellent choice for serious players.