ESP LTD B-5E Electric Bass Natural Satin B-Stock 0275

This B stock LTD B-5EM NS bass is unplayed and in excellent condition!  There are tiny sand trapped under the finish on the back body, please see the close up picture for more detail.  Awesome buy on a beautiful bass!

The ESP LTD B-5E 5-string bass guitar offers a remarkable blend of high-quality features and affordability, making it an excellent choice for musicians across a variety of genres. This bass is designed to deliver robust performance and versatility with its neck-thru-body construction and a suite of powerful components. Here’s a closer look at what makes the B-5E stand out:

Design and Build

• Construction: Neck-Thru construction provides excellent sustain and stability, allowing for smooth access across the entire fretboard. This method of construction typically offers better resonance and a more uniform response from the neck to the body.
• Body Material: Made from mahogany, the body of the B-5E enriches its sound with warmth and depth, contributing to a fuller, more resonant tone that is ideal for various musical styles.

Neck and Fingerboard

• Neck: The 5-piece maple/mahogany neck is designed for durability and tone. It combines the brightness of maple with the warmth of mahogany, offering a balanced sound with a quick, responsive feel.
• Fingerboard: Ebony fingerboard with a 400mm radius facilitates a smooth, fast playing experience and adds to the bass’s clear, detailed tonality.
• Neck Contour: An extra thin U-shaped neck allows for comfortable playability, especially beneficial during long playing sessions or complex passages.

Hardware and Electronics

• Tuners: LTD tuners provide reliable tuning stability, essential for maintaining consistent performance.
• Bridge: The LTD BB-605 bridge with string-thru-body design enhances sustain and tone by allowing more string vibration through the body of the instrument.
• Pickups: Equipped with ESP Designed SB-5N (neck) and SB-5B (bridge) pickups, this bass offers a wide range of dynamic and tonal options, suitable for everything from subtle fingerstyle to aggressive pick playing.
• Electronics: Features passive pickups combined with an active ABQ-3 3-band EQ, giving players extensive control over their tone, from deep lows to crisp highs.

Aesthetics and Finish

• Finish: The Natural Satin finish not only provides a sleek, understated look but also enhances the natural grain of the mahogany, giving the bass a classic aesthetic.

Additional Features

• Frets: 24 extra jumbo frets offer wide tonal range and ease of play.
• Hardware Color: Black nickel hardware provides a striking contrast to the natural satin finish, adding a touch of elegance to the overall design.
• Nut Width: The 45mm molded nut offers ample spacing for the additional low B string, facilitating clear note separation and comfortable playability.

Accessories

• Strings: Comes strung with D'Addario XL strings (.045/.065/.085/.105/.125), known for their bright tone and excellent intonation.
• Case: While a B BASS FORM FIT CASE is recommended for optimal protection, it's noted that the case is not included with this model.

Whether you are performing live, recording in the studio, or practicing at home, the ESP LTD B-5E is engineered to deliver outstanding performance with its robust construction, versatile sound capabilities, and elegant design. This bass is an ideal choice for players looking to expand their musical expression without breaking the bank.