ESP Phoenix

Despite its imperious size, the Phoenix is designed for maximum player comfort. Across the lap, it rests snugly over the thigh, and hung from a strap, it balances easily in both high-up and low-slung positions. The neck sits cosily in the fretting hand and, with the 15.75”-radius fingerboard and the glossy satin finish on the back of the neck, moving between registers is quick and effortless. Many a metalhead will admire the reverse headstock, with its black, vice-grip LTD Vintage tuners. At the other end, a Gotoh 201B-4 bridge ensures an impressive level of sustain.