--- product_id: 1622481 title: "ESP LTD EC-401 - Vintage Black" brand: "esp" price: "VT435696" currency: VUV in_stock: false reviews_count: 3 url: https://www.desertcart.vu/products/1622481-esp-ltd-ec-401-vintage-black store_origin: VU region: Vanuatu --- # Active EMG 81 & 60 pickups for high gain 24 extra jumbo frets for precision play Mahogany body & neck for rich tone ESP LTD EC-401 - Vintage Black **Brand:** esp **Price:** VT435696 **Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock ## Summary > 🎸 Own the stage with vintage power and modern precision! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** ESP LTD EC-401 - Vintage Black by esp - **How much does it cost?** VT435696 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Currently out of stock - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.vu](https://www.desertcart.vu/products/1622481-esp-ltd-ec-401-vintage-black) ## Best For - esp enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted esp brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - β€’ **Smooth Playability:** Thin U-shaped neck contour combined with 24 extra jumbo frets ensures effortless shredding and comfort. - β€’ **Classic Mahogany Build:** Experience warm, resonant tones with a solid mahogany body and neck that define vintage rock vibes. - β€’ **Powerhouse EMG Pickups:** Cut through the mix with active EMG 81 (bridge) and 60 (neck) pickups delivering aggressive, articulate sound. - β€’ **Vintage TOM Bridge & Tailpiece:** Stable tuning and sustain with a classic Tune-O-Matic bridge setup favored by pros. - β€’ **Precision Tuning with Grover Tuners:** Stay locked in during intense sessions with reliable, high-quality Grover tuning machines. ## Overview The ESP LTD EC-401 Vintage Black is a professional-grade electric guitar featuring a mahogany body and neck with a rosewood fingerboard, designed for rich tonal depth and playability. Equipped with active EMG 81 and 60 pickups, a vintage TOM bridge, and Grover tuners, it delivers aggressive, articulate sound perfect for metal and rock players seeking precision and power. Its thin U-shaped neck and 24 extra jumbo frets provide smooth, comfortable playability, making it a top choice for serious musicians. ## Description The ESP EC-401 electric guitar has a set mahogany neck on a single-cutaway body with a mahogany back. The thin U-shaped neck contour and 24 extra jumbo frets make the LTD EC-401 an extremely playable electric guitar. Loaded with active EMG-81 (bridge position) and 60 (neck position) pickups this electric guitar has plenty of gain and tonal articulation. 2010 marked the 35th Anniversary of ESP guitars, quite possibly the most revered manufacturer of heavy metal guitars and basses. ESP and its LTD brand are the first stop for many heavy metal Bass Icons, including Tom Araya of Slayer and Jeff Walker of Carcass. ESP and LTD have also become the choice for a new generation of metal bassists such as Henkka T Blacksmith of Children of Bodom and Fred Leclercq of Dragonforce, proving that ESP is continuing its heritage as one of the best brand of instruments for heavy metal bassists as well as guitarists like Kirk Hammett, Alexi Laiho, and George Lynch. Review: Amazing Guitar! - This guitar is amazing. Sounded great immediately out of the box. The EMG pickups deliver an amazing sound with really great tone. One thing I'd recommend, even though it sounded great out of the box is to change the strings and the battery for the pickups just to ensure the best possible sound. Definitely happy with this purchase. Make sure you get a case for it as it does not even come with a gig bag. Review: Esp ltd ec-401 - Im very happy with this guitar, the sound is very good. ## Features - The EC401 VB has a Mahogany Body and Neck with a Rosewood Fingerboard - This guitar comes equipped with a TOM Bridge & Tailpiece - It has a Set-Neck Construction and a 24.75" Scale with 24 Extra Jumbo Frets and a Thin-U Neck Contour - The pickups are active EMG 81(b) and EMG 60(n) and comes standard with Grover Tuners - The controls are Vol/Vol/Tone with a 3-way toggle switch ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B007HOO6JI | | Back Material | Mahogany Wood | | Body Material | Solid | | Color Name | Black | | Customer Reviews | 5.0 5.0 out of 5 stars (3) | | Date First Available | March 6, 2012 | | Fretboard Material | Rosewood | | Guitar Bridge System | Vintage Style | | Guitar Pickup Configuration | H | | Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No | | Item Weight | 9.5 pounds | | Item model number | LEC401VB | | Neck Material Type | Mahogany | | Number of Strings | 6 | | Product Dimensions | 42.91 x 19.29 x 7.48 inches | | Scale Length | 24.75" Scale | | String Material | Nickel | | Top Material | Mahogany Wood, Rosewood | ## Product Details - **Back Material Type:** Mahogany Wood - **Body Material:** Solid - **Brand:** ESP - **Color:** Black - **Fretboard Material Type:** Rosewood - **Guitar Pickup Configuration:** H - **Hand Orientation:** Right - **Neck Material Type:** Mahogany - **String Material Type:** Nickel - **Top Material Type:** Mahogany Wood, Rosewood ## Images ![ESP LTD EC-401 - Vintage Black - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61AEB8LpxzL.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: what country made ​​this guitar ?** A: This guitar is made in Indonesia but unfortunately we do not currently have one. We have ended our listing on this guitar. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Amazing Guitar! *by A***Z on February 28, 2016* This guitar is amazing. Sounded great immediately out of the box. The EMG pickups deliver an amazing sound with really great tone. One thing I'd recommend, even though it sounded great out of the box is to change the strings and the battery for the pickups just to ensure the best possible sound. Definitely happy with this purchase. Make sure you get a case for it as it does not even come with a gig bag. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Esp ltd ec-401 *by J***O on September 11, 2018* Im very happy with this guitar, the sound is very good. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Five Stars *by A***N on December 1, 2015* Awesome! --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - πŸ›’ **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** β€” Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** β€” Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - πŸ’° **No Hidden Fees** β€” All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - πŸ”„ **15-Day Free Returns** β€” Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - πŸ”’ **Secure Payments** β€” Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** β€” Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.vu/products/1622481-esp-ltd-ec-401-vintage-black](https://www.desertcart.vu/products/1622481-esp-ltd-ec-401-vintage-black) --- *Product available on Desertcart Vanuatu* *Store origin: VU* *Last updated: 2026-05-28*