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ESP LTD B-204SM Bass Guitar - See Thru Black Satin

4-string Electric Bass with Spalted Maple Top, Ash Body, 5-piece Maple/Jatoba Neck, Roasted Jatoba Fingerboard, and 2 SB-4 Humbucking Pickups - See Thru Black Satin
Item ID: LB204SMSTBLK

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Intermediate Bass with Pro Looks and Features

Bassists who are looking to step into the pro range without a big price tag should look no further than the ESP LTD B-204SM. This bass has a stunning satin-finished spalted maple top on an ergonomic ash body for a warm and cutting tone, good stage looks, and all-night comfort. A strong bolt-on five-piece maple/jatoba neck with a Thin U profile and roasted jatoba fingerboard give the LTD B-204SM a snappy response and accurate reproduction of runs. Sweetwater bassists were quick to note the LTD B-204SM's low-noise ESP humbucking pickups with active EQ, stable string-through bridge, and moody black nickel hardware.

Distinctive tonewoods for focused lows and a cutting edge

The LTD B-204SM has a look and sound that's unique among basses in this price range. The ash body and bolt-on maple/jatoba neck give this bass a decidedly American response: bright and punchy mids, a fast attack, and a focused bass response. The spalted maple top's satin finish gives this instrument an eye-catching look to suit modern styles of music.

SB-4 humbucking pickups with 3-band active EQ for modern color

ESP electronics have a sound that delivers for modern rock, metal, and fusion, and the LTD-204SM stays true to this reputation. Onboard SB-4 neck and bridge humbuckers give the LTD B-204SM moderate output and low noise for clean stage amplification and accurate studio sound reproduction. A powerful 3-band active EQ section provides lots of tone-shaping options to help your groove find its place in a mix.

ESP LTD B-204SM 4-string Electric Bass Features:

  • Pro features from an intermediate bass
  • Ash body with satin-finished spalted maple top provides a focused sound and deluxe looks
  • Snappy bolt-on maple/rosewood neck with a comfortable Thin U profile
  • 350mm radius roasted jatoba fretboard responds quickly and accurately
  • SB-4 neck and bridge humbuckers deliver modern low-noise amplification
  • Active 3-band EQ section for tonal versatility
  • String-through bridge adjusts to any playing style
  • Black nickel knobs and tuners add to the B-204SM's moody look

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  • Manufacturer Part Number: LB204SMSTBLKS

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