ESP
Description

The ESP M-4 bass guitar Black Satin delivers a bold design and uncompromising performance for metal bassists seeking powerful tone and a striking aesthetic. Built for high-output aggression, this model features an alder body paired with a bolt-on maple neck for a balanced tonal foundation. The 21-fret Macassar ebony fingerboard adds warmth and definition while supporting smooth, fast playability. Its sleek black satin finish, blacked-out hardware, and glow-in-the-dark side markers enhance visibility and stage presence, making this bass ideal for commanding dark, high-energy performances. Anchored by the EMG 35CS active humbucker, this bass guitar delivers punchy lows and articulate highs with exceptional clarity, ensuring a fierce tonal response that cuts through dense mixes with ease.

ESP M-4 Bass Guitar Black Satin
ESP M-4 Bass Guitar Black Satin
ESP M-4 Bass Guitar Black Satin
Features
  • Alder body delivers balanced tone and durability for heavy, aggressive playing
  • Thin U-shaped maple neck supports fast riffs and technical fingerwork
  • Macassar ebony fingerboard provides smooth playability and clear note articulation
  • Glow-in-the-dark side markers improve fretboard visibility on dark stages
  • EMG 35CS humbucker delivers punchy lows and cutting mids
  • Direct-mount pickup enhances string vibration transfer for more defined sound
  • Gotoh 201B-4 bridge ensures solid tuning and stable intonation
  • Blacked-out hardware complements the stealthy, all-black design
  • Grover tuners offer precise tuning adjustments during demanding gigs
  • Bolt-on neck construction adds attack and clarity to aggressive bass lines
Specs
General
  • Product type: 4-string electric bass guitar
  • Color: Black Satin
  • Country of origin: Indonesia
Body
  • Body wood: Alder
  • Body style: Double cutaway
  • Construction: Bolt-on
Neck
  • Neck wood: 3-piece maple
  • Neck shape: Thin U
  • Neck construction: Bolt-on
  • Scale length: 34"
  • Truss rod: Dual-action
Fingerboard
  • Fingerboard material: Macassar ebony
  • Fingerboard radius: 15.75" (400 mm)
  • Number of frets: 21
  • Fret size: Extra jumbo (XJ)
  • Nut width: 1.57" (40 mm)
  • Inlays: None
  • Side markers: Glow-in-the-dark
Electronics
  • Pickup configuration: H
  • Bridge pickup: EMG 35CS active humbucker (direct-mount)
  • Controls: Master volume
  • Electronics type: Active
Hardware
  • Bridge: Gotoh 201B-4
  • Tuning machines: Grover sealed tuners
  • Hardware finish: Black
  • Pickguard: None
  • String spacing: 19 mm
Other
  • Strings: 4
  • Case: Sold separately
  • Weight: Approx. 8.5 lb.
  • Orientation: Right handed
Warranty
Limited lifetime warranty on all guitars.
One year warranty on parts and electronics.

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