The guitar is in really good condition other than a few small scratches on the back. I didnt notice any other cosmetic problems.

It is a sample/preproduction guitar. ESP makes the samples to test out various colors, finishes and to show to dealers prior to the actual model being built. They take them to shows like NAMM and start taking preorders for the new years model. Some Samples are never make it into production models.

*As this is a Sample some specs may not be the same as the production model but 99% of the time they are the same.

This is a 2011 but in that year ESP LTD did not offer this model in a See Thru Black Sunburst, the production model was See Thru Black without the Sunburst. Normal street price for this model is now $699.00

Specifications

• Set-Neck Construction
• 24.75" Scale
• Mahogany Body
• Flamed Maple Top
• Mahogany Neck
• Rosewood Fingerboard
• 42mm Standard Nut
• Thin U Neck Contour
• 24 XJ Frets
• Black Nickel Hardware
• Grover Tuners
• TOM Bridge & Tailpiece
• EMG 81 (B) / 60 (N) Active p.u.
• Finish: STBLKSB (See Thru Black Sunburst)

Controls

• 3-Way Toggle
• Bridge Volume
• Neck Volume
• Master Tone