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ESP LTD B-205DX 5-String Bass Guitar in Black Burst
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The store is open 10am - 6pm Monday to Saturday and 11am - 5pm Sunday and bank holidays.
The stock information shows the quantity of units that are available to purchase at the Guildford store and the quantity of units that are available at our off-site Guildford warehouse. These stock levels are updated in real time.
Our Click and Collect service is available at our Guildford store from 10am - 6pm Monday to Saturday, and 11am - 5pm on Sunday. You can either choose click and collect as your delivery option online or, during store opening hours, call our sales team at 01483 456777 to place a 10% deposit.
If you have placed your order online, you will receive a confirmation email of your order and a separate follow-up text or email to confirm when your item is ready for collection.
Please do not come to the store before you have received the follow-up message, as your order may not yet be ready at the store.
If the only available stock is in our off-site warehouse it can be brought to the store location for you to try - you just need to contact the store within opening hours. Please note any requests received after 3.30pm will not arrive at the store until the following morning.
Please be aware that, unless you have paid a deposit to reserve the item, it will continue to be free, both online and in-store, for another customer to buy. Therefore we would advise you to place a 10% deposit by either using the on-line click and collect service or calling us 01483 456777.
SKU: 10024033
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Product Description
The ESP LTD B-205DX Black Burst is a sleek 5 string bass that delivers powerful modern tones, smooth playability and striking looks at a price that is perfect for gigging players and ambitious beginners alike. With active electronics, a fast Thin U neck and a bold Black Burst finish, it is built to handle everything from tight studio sessions to heavy live sets.
Featuring a comfortable bolt on roasted maple neck, a resonant poplar body and a rosewood fingerboard loaded with 24 extra jumbo frets, the B-205DX feels instantly familiar under the fingers. A pair of LTD SB-5 pickups and an active 2 band EQ give you a wide tonal palette, from deep, rounded lows to bright, cutting slap tones, all easily shaped from the front of the bass.
Whether you are locking in with programmed drums, holding down classic rock lines or exploring extended range metal riffs, the extended low B string and 34 inch scale length keep everything tight and defined. The result is a versatile, reliable workhorse bass that lets you focus on your playing, not on fighting your instrument.
Modern 5 String Versatility
The B-205DX gives you a full 5 string layout with a low B, opening up extended range for modern styles, dropped tunings and intricate lines without constant position shifts. The standard 34 inch scale keeps the feel familiar while still providing enough tension for a clear, punchy low end that sits perfectly in a mix.
Comfortable Thin U Neck Profile
ESP LTDs Thin U neck profile on the roasted maple neck offers a slim, fast feel that is ideal for both pick and fingerstyle players. Combined with the 400 mm fingerboard radius and 24 extra jumbo frets, it makes fast runs, wide stretches and complex chords feel effortless, reducing fatigue over long rehearsals and gigs.
Active LTD Electronics
With LTD SB-5 pickups and an active circuit featuring volume, balance, bass and treble controls, the B-205DX delivers a wide range of usable tones. You can quickly dial in everything from warm, vintage inspired sounds to bright, aggressive modern voices, making it easy to adapt to different genres and band settings without changing bass.
Striking Black Burst Finish
The Black Burst finish, matched with black hardware and the classic silver script LTD logo, gives the B-205DX a distinctive stage ready look. It is a bass that not only sounds powerful but also looks the part under lights, adding a touch of professional style to your rig.
Features
- 5 String Design with 34 Inch Scale - The extended low B string provides extra range for modern genres while the familiar 34 inch scale keeps the feel comfortable and responsive, ensuring tight, defined low notes without sacrificing playability.
- Thin U Roasted Maple Neck - The slim Thin U profile and roasted maple construction offer a fast, stable playing platform that feels great for long sessions, with improved neck stability and a smooth, comfortable feel in the hand.
- LTD SB-5 Pickups with Active EQ - A pair of LTD SB-5 pickups partnered with active bass and treble controls give you powerful, low noise output and flexible tone shaping, so you can quickly tailor your sound for studio work, rehearsals or live shows.
- Black Burst Aesthetic with Black Hardware - The bold Black Burst finish, black hardware and silver script headstock logo create a modern, eye catching look that stands out on stage while remaining sleek and professional.
Specifications
Body
- Body Wood: Poplar
- Finish: Black Burst
- Construction: Bolt On
- Body Type: Solidbody
Neck
- Neck Wood: Roasted Maple
- Neck Profile: Thin U
- Scale Length: 34 inch
- Fingerboard: Rosewood
- Fingerboard Radius: 400 mm
- Frets: 24 Extra Jumbo
- Nut Type: Molded
- Nut Width: 45 mm
- Headstock Logo: Silver Script
Hardware
- Bridge: Hardtail
- Hardware Colour: Black
- Machine Heads: Standard
Electronics
- Pickups: LTD SB-5 (Neck), LTD SB-5 (Bridge)
- Electronics Type: Active
- Controls: Volume, Balance, Bass, Treble
Miscellaneous
- Strings: DAddario XL .045 .065 .085 .105 .125
- Orientation: Right Handed
- Number of Strings: 5
