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Hard-rocking Electric from ESP





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The E-II Viper from ESP represents the premium edition of their popular asymmetrical double-cut Viper electric guitar. Designed and hand-crafted by master luthiers in Japan, the E-II features a set-through mahogany neck on a beautifully resonant mahogany body for a warm sound and plenty of sustain. A pair of Fishman Open Core Classic humbuckers set you up for tonal success featuring three unique voices on each pickup. From vintage PAF tone to authentic single-coil tone, this axe can play in any genre or style. A smooth ebony fingerboard with extra jumbo frets are instantly playable and responsive ? great for fast leads and big power chords. Rounding out the features is a Gotoh Tune-o-matic bridge, a favorite among guitarists here at Sweetwater for its stellar sustain.





Fishman Fluence technology





Take a dive into a new type of pickup set with Fishman Fluence Open Core Classic 6-string humbuckers. These pickups sport a classy uncovered humbucker look and deliver multi-voice tone that bends to your every whim. Each pickup delivers three distinct voices. Use the neck pickup to go from a vintage PAF tone to a clear, airy chime to a clear, vintage single coil tone. Meanwhile, the bridge delivers a vintage PAF, a classic hot rod, and a slightly overwound single-coil tone. The Open Core Classics are made with Alnico V magnets for uncompromising tone. Although these pickups are active, they easily achieve an authentic passive-style tones. They’re also rechargeable with up to 200 hours of battery life.





Impeccable neck designed to play





The thin "U" profile mahogany neck on the E-II Viper is incredibly smooth with a responsive ebony fingerboard, making it ideal for fast leads as well as varied chord forms up and down the neck. In addition, the 24 extra jumbo frets on the E-II support easier bends and overall comfort for hours of play. Cool banner inlays on the ebony fingerboard are stage-ready and eye-catching as well.





ESP E-II Viper Solidbody Electric Features:


All-mahogany solidbody electric with cool offset body shape


Designed and hand-crafted by master luthiers in Japan


2 Fishman Fluence Open Core Classic humbuckers provide you with a wealth of incredible tones


Smooth ebony fingerboard with extra jumbo frets provide a comfortable playing experience


Gotoh Tune-omatic bridge and tailpiece provide stellar sustain


Gotoh locking tuners look classic and provide stable tuning