ESP LTD B-205SM 5 String Electric Bass. Left Handed Spalted Maple Natural Satin

The LTD B-205SM is a visually stunning and highly versatile 5-string bass designed for musicians who demand style, performance, and affordability. Its unique spalted maple top and natural satin finish make it a standout instrument both on stage and in the studio, while its exceptional build quality and tonal capabilities make it a reliable choice for any playing style.

The B-205SM features a bolt-on construction with an ash body and a thin U-shaped 5-piece maple/jatoba neck for smooth playability and comfort. Its roasted jatoba fingerboard is equipped with 24 extra-jumbo frets for precision and ease of play. This bass is powered by ESP Designed SB-5 pickups paired with an active ABQ-3 3-band EQ, providing a wide range of tonal possibilities. Black nickel hardware and an LTD BB-605 bridge with string-through-body construction ensure optimal sustain and durability.

Features

• Spalted maple top in Natural Satin finish for a distinctive look.
• Thin U neck contour and 5-string configuration for a comfortable playing experience.
• ESP Designed SB-5 pickups and ABQ-3 3-band EQ for versatile tones.
• Durable LTD BB-605 bridge with string-through-body design for enhanced sustain.

Specifications

Construction and Body
- Construction: Bolt-On
- Scale: 34"
- Body Material: Ash
- Top Material: Spalted Maple
- Body Finish: Natural Satin

Neck and Fingerboard
- Neck Material: 5-piece Maple/Jatoba
- Neck Shape: Thin U
- Fingerboard Material: Roasted Jatoba
- Fingerboard Radius: 400mm
- Frets/Type: 24 XJ
- Nut Width: 45mm
- Nut Material: Molded

Electronics
- Neck Pickup: ESP Designed SB-5N
- Bridge Pickup: ESP Designed SB-5B
- Electronics Type: Passive
- Electronics Layout: Volume, Balance, ABQ-3 Active 3-Band EQ

Hardware
- Hardware Color: Black Nickel
- Bridge: LTD BB-605 w/ String Thru
- Tuners: LTD

Strings
- Strings: D'Addario XL (.045/.065/.085/.105/.125)

Case
- Case Type: B Bass Form Fit LH (Not Included)