ESP at bmusic.com.au

19th January 2010
The new 2010 Export Series ESPs have started trickling through, with the first of the new models being announced HERE, some of which are in stock now and ready to go. Standouts include the M-II STD CTM, EC-I CTM Quilt Top in see-thru Black Aqua, Horizon-III STD, Horizon-III STD Quilt Top, Horizon-FR 7 string, and many more, including some completely new ESP shapes.

15th July 2009
bmusic has once again been awarded the Australian ESP Dealer of the Year Award, the fourth year in a row for this award. Without our loyal customers we could not have achieved this honour so we thank you all so very humbly for your continuing support and thank all those new customers who have this past year discovered bmusic as the greatest place to buy ESP guitars and basses.

14th May 2009
As has become customary over past years, bmusic has again provided the mammoth ESP Export Catalog available for PDF download. The 68 page 2009 Export Catalog can be downloaded by right-clicking the cover image below:

ESP 2009 Export Catalog - Click to download

15th January 2009
The limited edition ESP Custom Shop Kirk Hammett Ouija® Neck-Thru and James Hetfield Iron Cross guitars have been revealed. Two of each are on their way to bmusic and should arrive around March or April. Click an image below to check them out in more detail:

6th January 2009
ESP Japan have released many of the new 2009 Export Range models that will be unveiled in full at MusikMesse in Germany in March. With the early release orders can be taken immediately and the guitars ready to ship within a month or two of the MusikMesse trade show. No images of those not already revealed by ESP USA as part of their available 2009 line-up as yet, as we await completion of each one of these new models.

Amongst the new 2009 Export models are:

Eclipse-I CTM DB Distressed Vintage Black Eclipse-I CTM Distressed with bound top and back

USA Eclipse-II DB Distressed Same as above, but USA Eclipse shape (3 knobs)

Eclipse-II FM/FT Distressed Aged Honeyburst Eclipse-II FM/SD Distressed with full thickness body

Horizon-NT7 Horizon NT 7 string in black with 2 x EMG707 pickups

Forest-GT STD Standard version of Original Series Forest-GT available in See-thru Black or See-thru White

V-II STD 2009 V-STD with Pickguard in black or white

V-STD FR 2009 V-STD with pickguard and Floyd Rose Tremolo. Available in black

Viper-II Distressed Viper in Distressed Olympic White with Pickguard and gold hardware

Viper STD racing Stripe Viper with White Racing stripe in Lake Placid Blue or Candy Apple Red

Phoenix-II B 4 string Bass version of Phoenix in Black or 2-Tone Sunburst

Alexi Laiho "Blacky" STD New Alexi RV model "Blacky". Metallic Black Satin finish with Black Pinstripes, Black Pearl inlays and binding

USA Alexi Blacky STD USA version of Alexi new model "Blacky" Metallic Black Satin finish with Black Pinstripes

USA Alexi Scythe STD USA Version of Alexi Scythe in white

Will Adler Eclipse Black Camo Black Camo version

Roope Latvala RS-II STD STD version of Roope RS-II in Grey

Henkka Blacksmith FRB4 STD Henkka new model, Forest bass with "COBHC" inlay in Grey, Bolt-on

Emmpu Vuorinen Harlem Girl STD STD version of Emmpu Harlem Girl in See-thru Purple

Our orders are in for a great many of the new models now and they should arrive in April or May

2nd January 2009
ESP USA Announce New 2009 LTD and ESP models
For many years, youʼve had to anxiously await the start of the NAMM Show to get the news on the latest additions to the ESP USA announced ESP and LTD line. But this year, theyʼre letting the cat out of the bag early! Before you read more, get yourself a napkin or something to mop up the drool. Ready? Here we go...

New Signature Series Models
Four new models have been introduced for Alexi Laiho of Children of Bodom. Using a similar body design to his earlier models with new finishes and feature enhancements, the ESP ALEXI-Blacky, ESP ALEXI-Scythe, LTD ALEXI-600-Blacky, and LTD ALEXI-600-Scythe will be available soon at ESP dealers and international distributors.

ESPʼs long-standing relationship with George Lynch is represented in this yearʼs new offerings with the LTD GL-200MT. Based on Lynchʼs famous ESP M-1 Tiger, the GL-200MT offers an affordable alternative for players who want to get into one of Lynchʼs most iconic guitars.

ESP and LTDʼs Will Adler (Lamb of God) signature models have been spruced up with a new black camouflage finish. The ESP Will Adler, LTD WA-600, and LTD WA-200 are now offered in the sleek new look.

Gus G of Firewind was worked with ESP to offer major enhancements to his signature models. The ESP GUS G. NT and LTD GUS-600NT now have a neck-thru-body design, and a Tonepros bridge/tailpiece.

Two well-known players have made the move to V-shaped guitars with their signature models. Wayne Static of Static-X helped design the LTD STATIC-600V, which adopts a similar black-nickel diamond-plate surface as his previous model. Similarly, Dan Jacobs of Atreyu has taken the blood-spattered motif of his former model and turned it into the V-shaped LTD DJ-600V.

Finally, Page Hamilton of Helmet celebrates his 20th year as an ESP player with the introduction of the ESP Page Hamilton MG and the LTD PH-600MG. These guitars are based on Hamiltonʼs go-to guitar that heʼs used on many projects over the past two decades, and is designed to replicate all the wear and tear on the original custom model. Immediately identifiable with its hot magenta finish, the guitar also features Pageʼs custom components including a Dimarzio Air Zone pickup.

While weʼre talking about the Signature Series, one side note: while weʼre giving you info on a bunch of new models, you may have to wait for NAMM for a couple of other big announcements in this regard. Hey, we never said weʼd tell you everything, did we? Stay tuned.

New LTD Deluxe, Graphic and Standard Series
Letʼs start off with something many of you have been requesting for a long time: the LTD EC-1000FR! Thatʼs right: the famous EC model now is available with a Floyd Rose. Itʼs an awesome-looking guitar with a see-thru black flamed maple top, and will be great for anyone that wants a Floyd tremolo in a comfortable 24.75” single cutaway body style.

Our new Graphic Series models are pretty amazing as well. Designed by renowned artist Mister Sam, the three new limited edition “Clockwork Zombie” models (LTD EC-CZ, LTD EX-CZ, and LTD VIPER-CZ) use a sinister combination of skeletal parts and mechanized components for a vicious look. Artist Chris Compston, who has designed many of the great-looking ESP customs youʼve seen over the years, has given us the new anime-styled LTD EX-Outlaw and LTD EX-Avatar, also limited edition guitars that are as cool for collectors as they are for serious players. Rounding out the new graphics series models is the LTD Screaming Skull (based on a popular custom model) and the LTD Viper-MM (designed with extreme motorsports team Metal Mulisha).

The LTD Standard Series takes a step up in 2009 with the new “401” models. Replacing the current “400” models, the new models have subtle yet significant improvements in features, cosmetics, tonewoods, and available finishes. The new models include the LTD AX-401FM, LTD EC-401VF, LTD EC-401, LTD EC-401FM, LTD EX-401, LTD EX-401DX, LTD F-401FM, LTD FX-401SM, LTD H-401FM, LTD M-401 ,LTD MH-401QM, LTD MH-401QMNT, LTD MHB-401, LTD PB-401, LTD V-401, LTD V-401DX, LTD VB-401, LTD VIPER-401, and LTD VIPER-401FM. Similarly, the 7-string LTD VIPER-417 and 8-string LTD FM-418 have received improvements over their predecessors.

LTD Basses
Much like the guitars, LTDʼs bass line has been revamped with slight changes in colors, inlays, and more. The LTD AX-414, LTD B-414SM, LTD B-415SM, LTD B 416SM, LTD EC-414, LTD F-414FM, LTD F-415FM, LTD SURVEYOR-414, LTD SURVEYOR-415, and LTD VIPER-414 will all soon be available at authorized ESP/LTD dealers.

At the NAMM show later this month there will be some further special models announced and beyond that, new and exciting ESP Japan Standard and Signature models for the Export markets.

16th June 2008
bmusic awarded Australian ESP Dealer of the Year for the third year in a row.
At a dealer event in Melbourne across the weekend and start of the week of June 16th 2008 bmusic was officially awarded our third straight ESP Dealer of the Year award, making it a hat trick of 2006, 2007 and 2008. Thanks to each and every customer who has been a part of our overwhelming success with ESP!

19th March 2008
ESP 2008 Export Models Unveiled
Click on an image below to view the guitars in more detail in a new browser window at the ESP Japan site. New models and pricing will be online here soon.

12th January 2008
ESP 2008 New NAMM Releases in full
All images and specifications of the new 2008 ESP range to be released at NAMM can now be seen HERE

7th January 2008
ESP ANNOUNCES NEW 2008 MODELS

NAMM 2008: ESP INTRODUCES OVER 50 NEW GUITAR AND BASS MODELS AND UPDATES

ANAHEIM, CA (January 17, 2008) ESP Guitars is debuting over 50 new guitar and bass models at the 2008 Winter NAMM show. The list of new models includes a wide selection of brand new Signature Series guitars designed with some of the industry's most respected players, as well as new models, finishes, and features for ESP and LTD deluxe and standard guitars and basses.

Guitarist Richie Sambora (Bon Jovi), a recent addition to the ESP family of artists, has added his Signature model to the LTD line with the LTD SA-2, which was designed by Sambora along with his partner, expert tech Chris Hofschneider.

The first Signature models from new ESP artist Jon Donais (Shadows Fall) are being announced. The ESP Jon Donais (available in See-Thru Black Satin and Natural Oil finishes) and the LTD JD-600 (Black Satin only) have attractive flamed maple tops and ebony fingerboards.

Two new Signature Series models are being introduced from the guitarists of Chimaira, their first for ESP. Guitarist Rob Arnold's signature model, the LTD RA-600, offers a Floyd Rose bridge and a single EMG 81 pickup in a light alder body. The LTD MFA-600 is the signature model from Matt DeVries, based on his own customized ESP Viper model.

Another ESP artist is introducing new models; the ESP Michael Padget V and LTD MP-600 are the first custom Signature Series models from the Bullet for my Valentine guitarist.

Other additions to the ESP and LTD Signature Series include three new models by long-time ESP endorsee George Lynch: the ESP Super V SE, the LTD GL-256, and the LTD Serpent-600. The ESP Super V SE updates last year's Super V model with a black with silver stripe finish. The distressed 2-tone burst GL-256 is an LTD-branded affordable alternative to the ESP GL-56 model. The Serpent-600 is another new LTD George Lynch model with custom black and white graphics.

It's no surprise that long-time ESP endorsee Stef Carpenter (Deftones), well-known for his custom 7-string models, has moved on to new 8-string customs. The new ESP STEF-B8 and LTD SC-608B are new neck-through-body 8-string baritone guitars with a 27" scale.

New finishes are available on a variety of existing popular Signature Series models. Jeff Hanneman's (Slayer) LTD JH-200 now is available in an updated new "Digi-Camo" finish, while the Michael Amott (Arch Enemy) ESP Ninja and LTD Ninja-600 are now offered in See-Thru Red and See-Thru Black, which accentuates their quilted maple tops.

New, affordable LTD versions of several Signature Series guitars are being debuted at NAMM as well. The LTD WA-200 is a low-cost alternative for the Will Adler (Lamb of God) signature model, while the LTD GUS-200 random-star shaped guitar does the same for the model customized by Gus G. of FireWind.

In addition to their popular Signature Series models, ESP has made additions and updates throughout their ESP Standard, ESP Vintage, LTD Deluxe, and LTD Standard guitar and bass lines. New finishes and features are available for several of ESP's Standard Series. The ESP Horizon NT-II now has an exciting See-Through Blue finish over its quilted maple top, while the Floyd Rose-equipped ESP Horizon FR-II is offered is a See-thru Red finish. The ESP Eclipse-II series includes a new Aged Honeyburst finish with a faded polish. Introduced in 2007, ESP's popular Vintage Series has been updated this year with two new finishes. The ESP Vintage Plus guitar and ESP Vintage-4 bass now come in distressed Candy Apple Red and Olympic White colors.

This year's NAMM show saw many new additions to ESP's popular and affordable LTD brand. Most noticeable in their distinctiveness, the new Graphic Series includes the LTD EC-GTA and LTD EC-SIN, with their respective "Guitarsonist" and "Sin City" custom graphics.

Several LTD guitar and bass models are being offered in a brand new neck-through design with ebony tops and fingerboards, with beautiful Natural Grain finishes. The LTD AX-2E and LTD F-2E guitars, as well as the LTD F4-E, LTD F5-E, LTD B4-E, and LTD B-5E basses, will be available through LTD retailers.

A brand new addition to the line, the LTD FM-408, is a unique standard-scale 8-string guitar model with EMG's special 808 active pickups.

LTD's Deluxe Series received an update with new finishes available on the LTD H-1001 (See-Through Blue and See-Through Purple) as well as the LTD MH-1000 (See-Through Blue and See-Through Green). Updated finishes and woods are also abound with LTD's Standard Series. The LTD AX-400FM adds a flamed maple top with two new finishes (See-Through Red and See-Through Black) to the popular AX shape. Last year's new LTD PB-500 is now being offered in a See-Through Green finish, as well as a new Black finish with Seymour Duncan P-Rail single-coil pickups. The LTD M-200SR offers a killer new Skulls & Roses graphic to the popular M-200 model.

LTD's popular line of basses also have a slew of updates at NAMM '08. The LTD B-154DX, LTD B-155DX, LTD F-154DX, LTD F-155DX, LTD Viper-154DX, and LTD EC-154DX add a band of active EQ from their predecessors, for a total of three. Joining the popular D-4 and D-5, the new LTD D-6 offers a 6-string version of the neck-through, natural finish bass. The LTD B-104 and LTD B-105 come with 2-band active EQ and new finishes: Metallic Purple and Blue. Three new finishes for the LTD Surveyor-400 and LTD Surveyor-405 (See-Through Blue, Three-Tone Burst, and Dark Brown Sunburst) are available.

The popular EC, EX, AX, and F Series basses have new value-oriented additions to the line, perfect for beginners and musicians on a tight budget. The LTD EC-54, LTD EC-104, LTD EX-104, LTD Viper-54, LTD F-54, and LTD F-105 provide LTD playability and great looks for all bassists.

ESP 2008

5th December 2007
I guess this is about as good as you can get in terms of a sneak preview of the 2008 ESP theme and new models. The new Amott Ninja V in this promo has been spoken of already as being released, whether the Rob Arnold and Matt DeVries (Chimaira) and Jon Donais (Shadows Fall) models as pictured will be a part of the new line-up remains to be seen come NAMM 08 next month. Make of it what you will considering Rob Arnold posted the image as "New ad for Matt and my signature ESP's!" However, we only know of two models in that promo planned for production.

ESP 2008

19th November 2007
New models and some specification changes and options have been released for Japanese Original Series models to come into effect as part of the 2008 range. All Japanese Original Series models are available from bmusic as Export models, often by special order only.

HORIZON-CTM	HORIZON-I	HORIZON-II NT	HORIZON-III
M-II CTM	M-II DX	MV-CTM	MV	M-SEVEN
FOREST-G	FOREST-GT	SV-NT	SV-FR	THROBBER
VP-M	VP-SL7	POTBELLY	POTBELLY-STD	POTBELLY-TR
SNAPPER-CTM	SNAPPER-ALR	AMAZE-ALR	AMAZE-ASM	AMAZE-SL5
AP	AP-SL	AP-SL5	HALIBUT	HALIBUT-ASH
FOREST-STD	BOTTOM LINE

21st August 2007
The ESP Alexi Laiho MM-04 Preamp Booster is finally available for individual sale. Stocks arrive in a couple of weeks and pre-orders are advised. Follow the link at the end of this news item for more information.

The MM-04 is a preamp booster that was originally custom designed for Alexi Laiho to his own specifications, and has since become an essential part of his trademark cutting edge guitar tone. This sound is now available to all guitarists by joint development of The ESP Guitar Company and Musamaailma, ESP's exclusive distributor in Alexi's native Finland.
The Alexi Laiho MM-04 has four pre-set frequency switches a single trim pot for gain control, the same tools used by the world's leading metal guitarist to create today's most sought after heavy rock sound!

ESP Alexi Laiho MM-04 Preamp Booster

For stock availability and pricing information click HERE

18th June 2007
bmusic is proud to once again receive the Australian ESP Dealer of the Year Award presented at the recent Australian ESP distributor's award function in Melbourne. A great many thanks to all our customers who have been the integral part to the ESP awards bmusic has won over the past two years.

6th April 2007
Held last week, MusikMesse is Germany's answer to the NAMM trade show in the US and is one of the largest such shows anywhere in the world. It's also the place ESP unveiled it's new Export Series collection featuring some hot new models not available to the US market who got it's fill in January at the NAMM show.
Export models are amongst our most popular ESP models and this year's new releases are already selling fast despite not scheduled for delivery for up to several months yet. Standouts were the new Alexi Laiho Custom Shop signature model, the NV (Narrow V) based on the old ESP Kerry King V, the Eclipse CTM "Full Thickness" (same thickness as a Gibson Les Paul), Eclipse-I CTM with Floyd Rose, Michael Amott Signature Series model in white, and the newly introduced Signature Series versions of the previously only Custom Shop available Alexi Laiho Scythe and Sawtooth models.
Click HERE for our wrap with 100 pictures from the show thanks to Trashgreen and GermanJaymz who were in attendance.

29th January 2007
MusikMesse 2007 is on in Germany and the exciting stuff for ESP export market is out! Our favourite trade show is wrapped up at the Discussion Forum HERE.
New models include:
NV (Narrow V) STD in Satin Black or White
Michael Amott Ninja STD in White
Alexi Laiho Scythe STD model
Alexi Laiho Sawtooth STD model
Kiko Loureiro STD Black model
Eclipse-I CTM VBK "full thickness"

18th January 2007
bmusic's new look 2007 Verison 1.0 ESP dedicated site is live. All new ESP models from the 2007 Winter NAMM trade show in Anaheim, California are included in the newest update, as are new Export range models announced for 2007. ESP guitars from the Standard Series, Original Series and Custom Series are online now, as are all ESP and LTD Signature models. ESP and LTD basses and LTD guitars will follow over the next few days.

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