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ESP LTD B-55 Black 2012 5-String Electric Bass
Here for sale we have an ESP LTD B-55 5 String Electric Bass in Black finish. Made in China in 2012, this bass features a bolt-on construction comprising an Agathis body, Maple neck and 24 fret Rosewood fingerboard. This bass is fitted with Chrome hardware including a top-loading 5-saddle bridge and ESP sealed tuning machines. Passive ESP pickups are installed, with an LDP Precision style split coil in the middle and an LDJ Jazz style pickup in the bridge position. These are wired to an active preamp with controls for neck volume, bridge volume and master tone. 
 
The Maple neck plays very well, with the Thin U profile feeling nicely slim and manageable in the hand, perfect for speedy, articulate playing along the 34" scale length. The Satin finish to the rear is pleasant to the touch and assists with smooth navigation of the 24 fret register, whilst the double cutaway body design and sculpted heel ensure uninhibited access to the upper frets. The Rosewood fingerboard provides a smooth and durable playing surface, whilst the 15.7” radius works in conjunction with the Extra Jumbo frets to deliver a rock solid playing experience in all registers. 
 
The ESP pickups installed in this guitar deliver a punchy, heavy low-end tone that makes a real impact in the mix. The LDP Precision-style split-coil pickup in the middle position sounds chunky and emphasises the bass and lower-midrange, perfect for round and smooth tones. The LDJ Jazz-Style pickup in the bridge takes care of the bright trebly sounds, and blends beautifully with the LDP for a well rounded and punchy tone that is well suited to rock and metal styles whilst remaining versatile enough for use in a range of musical settings. The active preamp offers comprehensive control of your tone in a simple package. 
 
Please be aware that for international buyers import fees are not included in our postage and packaging cost, this only covers the cost of the guitar being sent to you. Import fees will be charged by Customs upon the guitar's arrival in the recipient country. Due to Brexit, this also applies to EU buyers. We advise checking the total import cost with Customs as this is not information we are able to accurately provide.

ESP LTD B-55 Black 2012 5-String Electric Bass

SKU: 11605231202102
£185.00Price

  • Brand- ESP LTD

    Model- B-55

    Finish- Black

    Year- 2012

    Made In- China

    Body- Agathis

    Neck- Maple

    Neck Profile- Thin 'U'

    Fingerboard- Rosewood

    Fingerboard Radius- 15.7"

    Frets- 24 Extra Jumbo

    Scale Length- 34"

    Nut Width- 1.77"

    Pickups- ESP LDP (Neck), ESP LDJ (Bridge)

    Controls- Neck Volume, Bridge Volume, Master Tone

  • Our ID: 11605231202102

    Weight: 8.55lbs  

    Serial: L12073433

     

    Aesthetic Condition:

    Headstock: Overall excellent condition. Light scratching to the front face is visible under direct light, as is common with high gloss finishes. Any other markings are difficult to discern. 

     

    Neck: Overall very good condition. Light indentation is consistent along the length of the rear of the neck, only lightly felt under the thumb in the playing position. This is most notable at the bass side behind the 10th fret. Any markings to the fingerboard are difficult to discern. 

     

    Body: Overall excellent condition. Light scratching to all aspects of the body is visible under direct light, as is common with high gloss finishes. This is most notable to the centre of the rear face, consistent with light buckle rash.

     

    Condition of Frets:

    The frets demonstrate very light signs of use, not affecting playability. There is considerable material remaining for any fret work the new owner may wish to perform.

     

    Current Set Up:

    Truss Rod: Fully functional & adjustable. No truss rod tool included (4mm hex)

    Hardware: Fully functional with light signs of wear. The battery and control cavity covers still have the protective cellophane attached. 

    Structural: No concerns or issues to note.

    Height of the string from the 12th Fret-2.25mm - Bass 2.5mm

    Please be aware that the action on a guitar may move slightly in transit and this measurement is the current height.

     

    Strings on Guitar - 45-100

     

    Electrics: 

    Fully functional. 9v battery not included.

     

    Case & Accessories:

    No case is provided with this guitar.

    Truss rod tool not included. 

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