ESP LTD B-205SM 5 String Fretless Bass. Spalted Maple Natural Satin

The LTD B-205SM FL is an exceptional fretless 5-string bass that combines affordability with professional-grade features, making it a standout choice for players who demand versatility and a striking aesthetic. With its ash body and spalted maple top in a Natural Satin finish, the B-205SM FL pairs distinctive looks with incredible tonal clarity and smooth playability.

Designed for precision and comfort, this bass features a thin U-shaped 5-piece maple/jatoba neck with a roasted jatoba fingerboard, complete with 24 fret markers to help players quickly find their pitch. Equipped with ESP Designed SB-5 pickups and an active ABQ-3 3-band EQ, the B-205SM FL delivers a wide range of tonal possibilities, from warm, rounded lows to articulate mids. Its black nickel hardware and LTD BB-605 bridge with string-through-body construction add style and sustain to this stunning instrument.

Features

• Fretless design with 24 clearly marked fret indicators for precise intonation.
• Striking spalted maple top with satin finish for a bold visual statement.
• ESP Designed SB-5 pickups and 3-band active EQ for tonal versatility.
• Smooth, comfortable 5-piece maple/jatoba neck with thin U profile.

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: Fretless (24 Fret Markers)
- Nut Width: 45mm
- Nut Material: Molded

Electronics
- Neck Pickup: ESP Designed SB-5N
- Bridge Pickup: ESP Designed SB-5B
- Electronics Type: Active
- 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 (Not Included)