ESP LTD EC-1000 Duncan Vintage Black - Electric Guitar

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Guitar manufacturers will typically have their higher end affordable guitars made in Korea and their lower end budget guitars manufactured in Indonesia or China. The Japanese and American factories are a step above and typically reserved for top of the line guitars. Features However, the Gear4music extended warranty scheme provides an enhanced service, and is designed to offer a higher level of protection than many 'free' warranties offered by some retailers and manufacturers. The one thing that I could think about replacing is the nut. As in all the models it is made of plastic or molded plastic, which also found on Fender and Gibson guitars. So, I would recommend replacing it with a graph tech nut, which isn’t that expansive. It’s also a lot lighter than a Les Paul, so you’ll be able to play long sessions, sitting or standing.

For example, if you’re interested in playing blues, jazz, country, or pop, a Les Paul or a Stratocaster is much better at handling low gain tones. You can find an Epiphone Les Paul or a Mexican Stratocaster for cheaper, and they’ll get the job done. The Verdict In this article, I’ll be giving a comprehensive review of the ESP LTD EC-1000, breaking down its specs, features, playability, and sound. Having owned several of these guitars, I’ll be able to break down all of the nuances of this guitar, so you’ll know exactly what to expect. The model I mentioned here has a traditional fixed bridge, but you can also find ones with tremolo, Evertune, fixed tremolo, and so on. Each of the models that have something unique on them will have additional letters in the name. Moreover, it is always easier to find a guitar from the EC-1000 series that already has Seymour Duncans. You will save yourself a lot of time and money, and you won’t need to upgrade or replace anything.A similar thing applies to the rest of the guitar as well. You already have plenty of options when it comes to bridges, so why not go for the one you like?The look of the guitar is awesome , really , It's a single cut with a matte finish and amazing decals on it , can't have anything against that Naturally, it makes sense to compare the two to see if the budget guitar can hold its own against the real deal. Factory I've bought this guitar because i needed a solid and good sounding axe to play with the band . And i've got to say , i'm not dissapointed at all , i'm actually very impressed Over the years, the company expanded, and they soon started making their own versions of well-known models. In 1983, ESP started designing custom models since getting a custom Gibson or Fender was nearly impossible at the time. For example, FR models are ones with Floyd Rose, QM have a quilt maple top, and if you see Evertune in the name, that is another version of EC-1000 with a different bridge. For those unaware, Evertune allows you to keep your guitar in tune no matter what.

I've been playing for going on 25 years, I use a Marshall JCM 2000 and an orange TH30. I also use a line 6 HD500x pedal board in my effects loops. As I mentioned previously, the fretwork on the EC-1000 is pretty much flawless. I didn’t experience any sharp fret edges or dead spots. The HH combination and the shape will give you a similar sound and feeling, but it will not be the exact same situation as with ESP. For those who are looking for something a bit different, Dean might be a perfect choice. I really like that ESP LTD, although being promoted as the ‘more affordable’ subsidiary of its parent company, uses top-quality electronics and components on this guitar. Now if you’ve made it this far into the review, you can tell that I think very highly of this guitar.In most regards, ESP LTD EC-1000 looks, feels, and acts as a premium instrument. Somewhat botched details such as sharp and uneven frets can therefore genuinely surprise you. Fortunately, it takes just a little patience and skills to smooth the frets into a desirable state. Still, I consider this a weak point. The layout of control knobs on this guitar goes as follows: Volume/Volume/Tone, and Toggle Switch. What this guitar doesn’t have is a tremolo, so if you’re used to this feature, ESP LTD EC-1000 might not be your guitar of choice. Reliability If you’re looking for a guitar that says “I am special” at very first sight, ESP LTD EC-1000 is going to satisfy you. Although in comparison with some of the other iconic ESP guitars (e.g. the legendary ESP Arrow) this model looks quite traditional, the thoughtful details like golden lining and unique abalone inlays always remind you that this is a real stunner. Stable tuning The ESP LTD brand has an outstanding reputation for delivering quality electric guitars at affordable prices.