ESP Snapper Custom Guitar Buckeye Burl Natural

The ESP Snapper Custom Guitar Buckeye Burl Natural is a masterpiece of precision craftsmanship, designed for discerning musicians who demand the ultimate in tone, versatility, and aesthetics. Handcrafted in Japan by the elite luthiers at the ESP Custom Shop, the Snapper embodies a blend of tradition and cutting-edge innovation.

Inspired by ESP's early creations, the Snapper pairs a classic silhouette with modern enhancements, delivering a professional-grade instrument that exceeds expectations. Its swamp ash body, crowned with a breathtaking Buckeye Burl top, not only ensures exceptional tonal qualities but also offers a visually striking appearance. The Natural finish enhances the unique grain of the top, making each guitar a one-of-a-kind work of art.

The bolt-on construction ensures snappy response and superb clarity, while the 25.5” scale length makes it perfect for a wide range of musical styles. A slim and smooth maple neck with a compound-radius maple fingerboard (240-305mm) provides comfort and precision for intricate solos and chords. The unbleached bone nut and 22 XJ frets offer durability and enhanced sustain.

Premier Hardware and Electronics

This Snapper is loaded with premium components:

• Gotoh locking tuners ensure rock-solid tuning stability.
• The ESP Flicker-III tremolo system provides fluid pitch control and exceptional return-to-pitch accuracy.
• Dunlop Straploks keep the guitar secure during energetic performances.

H/S/S Pickup Configuration for Endless Tones

Equipped with a versatile Seymour Duncan H/S/S pickup configuration, the Snapper delivers a wide palette of tones:

• Neck and Middle Pickups: Seymour Duncan Vintage Hot Stack Plus single-coils for glassy cleans and vintage warmth.
• Bridge Pickup: Seymour Duncan ’59/Custom Hybrid humbucker for punchy, aggressive tones with tight lows and harmonically rich highs.

The advanced control system includes:

• Push-pull tone control for capacitance selection, allowing for tonal fine-tuning.
• A mini-toggle switch for unique pickup mixing options, adding versatility beyond standard 5-way switching.

Specifications:

• Construction: Bolt-On
• Scale: 25.5"
• Body: Swamp Ash
• Top: Buckeye Burl
• Neck: Maple
• Fingerboard: Maple
• Fingerboard Radius: Compound 240-305mm
• Finish: Natural
• Nut Width: 42mm
• Nut Type: Bone
• Neck Contour: Slim U
• Frets/Type: 22 XJ
• Hardware Color: Black
• Strap Button: Dunlop Straploks
• Tuners: Gotoh Locking
• Bridge: ESP Flicker-III
• Neck Pickup: Seymour Duncan Vintage Hot Stack Plus
• Middle Pickup: Seymour Duncan Vintage Hot Stack Plus
• Bridge Pickup: Seymour Duncan ’59/Custom Hybrid
• Electronics Layout: Volume/Tone (Push/Pull)/5-Way Switch/Mini Toggle Switch
• Strings: Elixir Nanoweb Light (.010/.013/.017/.026/.036/.046)
• Case: ST-1 Guitar Form Fit Case (Included)

Why Choose the ESP Snapper Custom Buckeye Burl Natural?

The Snapper Custom delivers unmatched playability, tone-shaping versatility, and stunning aesthetics, making it an ideal choice for professional studio recording and live performances. With its advanced features and flawless construction, it stands as a testament to ESP’s dedication to excellence.