ESP LTD EC-407 Black Satin
7-String Electric Guitar
- Mahogany body
- Maple top
- Set-in maple neck
- Fretboard: Pau Ferro
- Frets: 24 XJ
- Scale: 648 mm
- 1x EMG 81-7 and 1x EMG 707 active humbucker pickup
- 2 Volume- and 1 tone control
- 3-Way toggle switch
- Black satin hardware
- LTD machine heads
- Tune-O-Matic bridge with stop tailpiece
- Colour: Black Satin
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Available since June 2026
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Item number 271688
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Sales Unit 1 piece(s)
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Colour Black
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Body Mahogany
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Top Maple
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Neck Maple
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Fretboard Pau Ferro
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Frets 24
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Scale 648 mm
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Pickup System HH
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Tremolo No
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Including Case No
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Incl. Gigbag No
Nights with Black Satin
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Under its LTD label, the Japanese manufacturer ESP offers a range of more affordable versions of its premium guitars and basses – in terms of quality, these all come extraordinarily close to their more expensive counterparts. One such model is the seven-string ESP LTD EC-407 Black Satin. With its solid tonewoods for the body and top, a full complement of dependable hardware, and a pair of active EMG humbuckers, this striking single-cut is designed to deliver serious performance in heavier styles. Finished in a black satin coat, the guitar also features a fast-playing maple neck paired with a slim, flat pau ferro fingerboard that features 24 extra-jumbo frets and is perfect for both fast lead lines and tight low-end riffing.
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Plenty of low-end power
The popularity of seven-string electric guitars has grown immensely in recent years. Many players in the world of Metal find that the extended range provided by the low B string opens up a whole new palette of expressive sounds. The EC-407 Black Satin provides a solid foundation for this low-end work, thanks to its mahogany body, plus the carved top and set neck, both made of maple. In terms of electronics, this LTD features an EMG 81-7H in the bridge position and an EMG 60-7H at the neck, and these are controlled via a three-way selector switch positioned on the upper cutaway, with separate volume controls for each pickup and a shared tone control to shape the overall character. Playability is clearly a focus too: A slim neck profile, combined with the pau ferro fingerboard's ultra-flat 350mm radius, makes this an easy instrument to handle – even for more technically demanding styles.
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Easy to play, aggressively priced
For players working in heavier styles, the ESP LTD EC-407 Black Satin delivers all the features they'd expect from a modern seven-string Metal guitar. The ergonomic shape, with its pronounced contouring on both front and back and the deep cutaway, sits comfortably against the guitarist's body and remains easy to handle, even over longer sets. At the same time, the two EMG pickups provide their familiar combination of output and definition, making the instrument suitable for a broad range of styles from Classic Rock through to Progressive Metal. Despite its comprehensive spec, the attractive – not to say aggressive! – pricing still keeps this sleek single-cut within reach of a wide range of players.
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About ESP
From its origins in the mid-1970s, the Japanese manufacturer ESP has established itself as a respected name in the world of electric guitars and basses. Today, ESP's range is structured across three main tiers. The LTD series covers entry-level and mid-range instruments and is produced at various locations throughout Asia. The E-II line represents higher-spec models made in Japan, while the ESP brand itself is reserved for top-tier and custom-built instruments produced in the USA. A wide range of well-known artists been using ESP instruments for years: The list includes James Hetfield and Kirk Hammett from Metallica, Emppu Vuorinen from Nightwish, and legends like Richie Sambora and George Lynch.
Percussive low end and singing leads
The ESP LTD EC-407 Black Satin's characteristic EMG pickups – almost synonymous with modern Metal – define the core voice of this instrument. The EMG 81-7H in the bridge position delivers a tight, focused attack with plenty of output for heavy palm-muted riffs, while the 60-7H in the neck position adds clarity and definition for lead work and more nuanced, rhythmically driven styles. Complex chord work benefits in particular from the EMGs' good string separation, with the seven-string layout adding a further dimension here. That low B string extends the guitar's range into territory usually occupied by bass and kick drum, opening up new options for heavier arrangements and tighter interaction with the rhythm section. Particular attention has been paid to giving the low B room to breathe: In practice, this means it remains clear and well defined even at high gain settings, staying articulate without muddying up the mix. Paired with the right amp rig, the full sonic range of the Black Satin can come through clearly – from percussive low-end work through to sustained, cutting leads.
