Description
The ESP LTD Caleb Shomo Phoenix electric guitar is a high-performance instrument designed for players who demand exceptional tone, versatility and playability. This signature model, crafted in collaboration with Beartooth frontman Caleb Shomo, features a distinctive single-cutaway design, a neck-thru-body construction and a unique pickup configuration, making it ideal for a wide range of playing styles, from aggressive metal to soaring leads and clean, articulate passages.
Mahogany Body With Quilted Maple Top for a Resonant and Eye-Catching Design
The Caleb Shomo Phoenix features a mahogany body with a figured quilted maple top that delivers a warm, resonant tone with a rich midrange and a focused low end. The quilted maple top adds a touch of visual flair to the guitar´s aesthetic, showcasing stunning grain patterns and a captivating three-dimensional depth. The combination of mahogany and quilted maple creates a balanced tonal foundation that´s suitable for everything from heavy riffs to delicate clean tones.
Seymour Duncan Pickups for a Versatile Tonal Palette
This signature electric guitar is equipped with a set of Seymour Duncan pickups that deliver a wide range of tones. The ESP-exclusive Seymour Duncan "Custom 14" humbucker in the bridge position offers a hot output and a punchy midrange, making it ideal for aggressive rhythms and soaring leads. The push-pull control on the tone knob allows you to split the humbucker into a single coil, expanding the guitar´s tonal versatility even further. The Seymour Duncan STR-3 Quarter Pound pickup in the neck position provides a clear and articulate tone with a vintage vibe, perfect for smooth cleans and expressive melodies.
Macassar Ebony Fingerboard and Thin U Neck Profile for Effortless Playability
The Caleb Shomo Phoenix features a Macassar ebony fingerboard that´s known for its smooth feel and fast response. This premium fingerboard material adds a touch of "snap" to the attack, enhancing the guitar´s overall clarity and articulation. The thin U-shaped mahogany neck provides exceptional comfort and speed, allowing for effortless transitions across the fretboard. With its 22 extra-jumbo stainless steel frets, this guitar is built for both speed and precision.
Premium Features and a Striking Finish
The ESP LTD Caleb Shomo Phoenix is adorned with premium features that enhance its performance and aesthetics. The gold hardware complements the guitar´s elegant design, while the brushed black pickguard adds a touch of sophistication. The guitar´s Vintage Natural finish is a striking visual statement that highlights the beauty of the quilted maple top. With its combination of exceptional tone, versatile electronics, and comfortable playability, the Caleb Shomo Phoenix is a true performer´s instrument.
Features
- Mahogany body with quilted maple top
- Neck-thru-body construction
- Seymour Duncan "Custom 14" (bridge) and STR-3 Quarter Pound (neck) pickups
- Push-pull coil splitting for the bridge pickup
- Macassar ebony fingerboard with 24 extra-jumbo stainless steel frets
- 25.5" scale length
- Gold hardware
- Brushed black pickguard
- Vintage Natural finish
- Includes ESP hardshell
Specs
Body- Body Shape: Single cutaway
- Body Material: Mahogany
- Top: Quilted Maple
- Body Finish: Gloss (Vintage Natural)
Neck- Neck Joint: Neck-thru-body
- Neck Material: 3-piece mahogany
- Neck Shape: Thin U
- Fingerboard: Macassar Ebony
- Number of Frets: 22
- Fret Size: Extra-jumbo stainless steel
- Scale Length: 25.5"
Electronics- Configuration: HH
- Neck Pickup: Seymour Duncan STR-3 Quarter Pound
- Bridge Pickup: Seymour Duncan "Custom 14"
- Controls: Volume, Tone (push-pull coil split)
- Switching: 3-way toggle switch
Hardware- Bridge: Locking bridge
- Tailpiece: Locking tailpiece
- Hardware Color: Gold
- Pickguard: Brushed black
- Nut: Black bone
Other- Number of Strings: 6
- Case: ESP hardshell
- Orientation: Right handed



