Here for sale we have an ESP LTD EX-400BD electric guitar in Gloss Black w/Black Nickel Diamond Plate finish. Made in Korea in 2004, this guitar features a set-neck construction comprising a Mahogany body, 3 piece Maple neck and a 22 X-Jumbo fret Rosewood fingerboard. Black hardware is fitted including a GotohGE103B-T tune-o-matic bridge and a Gotoh GE101Z stop bar tailpiece, along with a set of Grover sealed tuning machines. A set of EMG James Hetfield Signature "Het Set" humbuckers have been installed with controls for a 3-way pickup selector, master volume and a master tone.
The 3 piece Maple neck plays very well, with the Thin 'U' profile feeling slender and comfortable in the hand. Certainly, the profile will appeal to fast, technical players thanks to the slim profile and flattened area to the centre for the thumb to rest. The Rosewood fingerboard is pleasant under the fingers, and with its 13.78" radius feels nicely flat and consistent right the way up the register. Paired with the X-Jumbo frets, the fingerboard is well equipped for fast lead lines, vibrato and string bending across the register. The neck heel is slightly sculpted, and in conjunction with the 'X' body design ensures that access to the upper frets is unobstructed.
Amplified, this guitar has a thick low end grunt and sculpted mid range thanks to its pair of EMG Het Set Humbuckers. The humbucker in the bridge position delivers powerful but balanced rock and metal tones with rich upper-midrange harmonic content. The low strings are tight and the high strings scream with harmonics, making it a go-to pickup for hard-hitting crunch rhythms and blazing lead tones. The humbucker in the neck position offers all the soloing clarity you could wish for, with sweet sustain and a warm, full sound that still possesses a clear attack providing a hot output delivering smooth, fluid solo tones under gain, while still being capable of bell-like clean tones.
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 EX-400BD Gloss Black w/Black Nickel Diamond Plate w/ EMG Het Set
Brand- ESP LTD
Model- EX-400BD
Finish- Gloss Black w/Black Nickel Diamond Plate
Year- 2004
Made In- Korea
Body- Mahogany
Neck- 3-Piece Maple
Neck Profile- Thin 'U'
Fingerboard- Rosewood
Fingerboard Radius- 13.78"
Frets- 22, X-Jumbo
Scale Length- 24.75"
Nut Width- 1.650" (42mm)
Pickups- EMG James Hetfield Signature "Het Set" humbuckers
Controls- 3-Way Toggle Switch, Master Volume, Master Tone
Our ID: 1240226185920
Weight: 8.35lbs
Serial Number: W0408786
Aesthetic Condition:
Overall very good condition. Mild indentations are present to the edges of the headstock, the most apparent of these can be seen to the tip of the headstock where the wood beneath the finish has been exposed along with some scuffing to the gloss finish, another indentation is present to the treble side of the rear face. All aspects of the headstock display light to mild scratching which can be seen under direct light, as is common with gloss finishes.
Overall very good condition. Mild lacquer cracking is present to both the treble and bass sides end of the neck, these have been tested and present no structural concerns. Light to mild scratching is present to the rear of the neck throughout the register, these can not be felt in the playing position.
Overall very good condition. All edges of the body display mild to moderate indentations and chipping of the finish with the most apparent being seen to the bass side lower bout tip as is common with guitars of this shape, these have exposed the wood beneath. A light lacquer crack can be seen near the strap button to the rear face of the body, this has been tested and presents no structural concerns. Light to mild tarnishing of the metal finish can be seen to the face plate to the front face, the most apparent can be seen to the bass side cutaway common with regular past use. All aspects of the body display light to moderate scratching which can be seen under direct light common with gloss finishes, the most apparent of these can be seen across the entirety of the rear face. A screw hole is present to the bass side shoulder where a strap button used to be, this has been relocated to the rear face below the heel of the neck.
Condition of Frets:
The frets demonstrate mild signs of use, not affecting playability. Light denting and consistent flattening of the frets is apparent throughout the register. There is moderate material remaining for any fret work the new owner may wish to perform.
Current Set Up:
Truss Rod: Fully functional. Truss rod tool (4mm hex) not included.
Hardware: Overall very good condition. Light tarnishing of the finish can be seen to all aspects of the metal hardware.
Structural: No concerns or issues to note.
Strings on Guitar - 10-46
Height of string from 12th Fret- Treble 1.5mm - Bass 2mm
Please be aware that the action on a guitar may move slightly in transit and this measurement is the current height.
Electrics:
Fully functional. 9v battery not included.
Case & Accessories:
Gator gigbag.
Overall very good condition and fully functional. The exterior of the case displays mild discoloration throughout.