ESP electric guitars
Every ESP electric guitar we have written up, and what ESP is shipping now.
5in our archive
4current ranges
What ESP makes now
- Checked 2026-08
The EC-1000 and similar Deluxe models remain the core of the range; ESP describes the current Deluxe 1000 Series as among its best.
| Range | What it is |
|---|---|
| LTD 100 / 200 Series | Entry and beginner ranges |
| LTD 400 Series | Mid range |
| LTD Deluxe 1000 Series | Flagship import range, revised and expanded |
| ESP Original / E-II | Japan-built |
ESP models in our archive
- As reviewed — not re-checked
| Model | What we said |
|---|---|
| ESP James Hetfield Signature Snakebyte | Huge metal sound and quality components make this signature model an exciting prospect. |
| ESP Kirk Hammett Signature KH-2 Black | |
| ESP LTD EC-10 | Real winner when it comes to style and rock attitude. |
| ESP LTD EC-1000 Deluxe | An excellent all-round rocker from ESP. |
| ESP LTD EC-256FM | ESP’s affordable take on the classic Les Paul. |