ESP LTD Eclipse EC-400 Electric Guitar - Quilted Black Burst

The ESP LTD Eclipse EC-400 is a modern single-cut electric guitar that blends classic design with high-gain performance. Featuring a richly figured quilted maple top over a warm mahogany body, this Black Burst variant delivers both striking visuals and resonant tone with serious sustain. Its set-thru three-piece mahogany neck ensures smooth access up the fretboard and enhances overall resonance, while the active EMG humbucker pair provides the power and clarity demanded by contemporary rock and metal players. Rugged hardware and intuitive controls make it ideal for stage, studio, and rehearsal use.

Key Features

Powerful Active Electronics

• EMG 81 (bridge) & EMG 85 (neck) active humbuckers deliver high-output, articulate tones with tight lows, cutting mids and singing highs — perfect for aggressive rhythm work and soaring lead lines.
• Active pickups ensure low noise and consistent performance under high gain.

Tonewood & Construction

• Mahogany body with quilted maple top produces a warm, rich core tone with added brightness and visual depth.
• Set-thru three-piece mahogany neck enhances sustain, stability and upper-fret access for fast playing.

Neck & Playability

• Thin U-shaped neck profile feels smooth and fast for rhythm chunks and expressive lead work.
• Rosewood fingerboard with 22 extra-jumbo frets supports precise playing and big bends.
• 24.75″ scale length strikes a balance between tension and playability.

Hardware & Controls

• TOM-style bridge with stop tailpiece delivers rock-solid sustain, stable intonation and an aggressive attack.
• LTD locking tuners keep your tuning steady through heavy playing and quick changes.
• Simple control layout (volume/volume/tone + 3-way toggle) keeps tone shaping intuitive live or in the studio.

Style & Finish

• Quilted Black Burst / See-Thru Black Sunburst finish shows off the figured maple top with depth and elegance, enhanced by sleek black hardware for a bold stage presence.

Perfect for rock and metal guitarists who want a solid, high-gain instrument with professional tonewoods, powerful active pickups and classic single-cut styling. Whether you’re gigging, recording or shredding at home, the EC-400 delivers performance, sustain and a commanding look.