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Prepare to elevate your playing to soaring new heights with the ESP USA Horizon II electric guitar. Handcrafted at ESP's renowned California facility, the Horizon II represents the pinnacle of premium guitar construction and tone. Its exceptional set-thru neck design delivers the sustain and resonance every shredder craves, while a wealth of premium appointments ensure uncompromising performance in the studio or on the biggest stages.

Uncompromising Craftsmanship From ESP's Master Builders

From the moment you lay eyes on the Horizon II, its meticulous attention to detail is evident. Built by ESP's elite team of luthiers in California, this guitar adheres to the brand's strictest standards of quality. The Horizon II starts with a resonant mahogany body paired with a set-thru three-piece maple neck for unparalleled sustain. You can opt for a premium figured-wood top like flamed maple, quilted maple or exotic koa to make your guitar a true masterpiece.

Playability and Tone That Redefine the Meaning of "Fast Neck"

Shredders know that speed and precision start with the neck. That's why ESP designed the Horizon II with a Thin U-shaped maple neck profile that plays like a dream. Its sleek, snappy response makes even the most blistering licks feel utterly effortless. Complementing this player-friendly design are 24 extra-jumbo Jescar stainless steel frets that facilitate wide bends without fretting out. Choose between an ebony or maple fingerboard with pearlescent offset block inlays for a refined aesthetic.

Unleash Your Signature Tone With Elite Pickups

To capture the searing lead tones and chunky rhythms you crave, the Horizon II is loaded with your choice of elite Seymour Duncan or EMG pickups. These premium humbuckers deliver everything from molten high-gain distortion to glassy cleans with remarkable depth and articulation. Combined with the exceptional resonance of the set-thru design, the Horizon II's pickups help you sculpt a tone that cuts through any mix with unrelenting authority.

Built for a Lifetime of Inspiration

With its rock-solid construction and meticulous craftsmanship, the ESP USA Horizon II is built to accompany you on your creative journey for years to come. Chrome hardware includes Sperzel Trim-Lok tuners and Schaller strap locks for bulletproof tuning stability. A premium ESP hardshell case is also included, providing flawless protection during transit.

ESP USA Horizon II Electric Guitar See-Thru Purple Fade
ESP USA Horizon II Electric Guitar See-Thru Purple Fade
ESP USA Horizon II Electric Guitar See-Thru Purple Fade

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  • Mahogany body, set-thru three-piece maple neck for sustained resonance
  • Choice of flamed maple, quilted maple, or exotic koa top
  • Thin U-shaped maple neck, 24 extra-jumbo Jescar stainless steel frets, ebony or maple fingerboard with pearlescent offset block inlays
  • Seymour Duncan or EMG pickups, Sperzel Trim-Lok tuners, Schaller strap locks, includes ESP hardshell case

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Body
  • Body shape: Double cutaway
  • Body type: Solid body
  • Body material: Solid wood
  • Body wood: Mahogany
  • Top wood: Figured maple
  • Body finish: Gloss
  • Orientation: Right handed
Neck
  • Neck shape: Thin U
  • Neck wood: 3-piece Maple
  • Joint: Set-through
  • Scale length: 25.5 in.
  • Truss rod: Standard
  • Neck finish: Satin
Fretboard
  • Material: Ebony
  • Radius: 12 in.
  • Fret size: Extra-jumbo Jescar
  • Number of frets: 24
  • Inlays: Yes
  • Nut width: 1.65 in. (42 mm)
Pickups
  • Configuration: HH
  • Neck: Humbucker
  • Bridge: Humbucker
  • Brand: Seymour Duncan
  • Active or passive pickups: Passive
  • Series or parallel: Parallel
Controls
  • Control layout: Master volume, tone
  • Pickup switch: 3-way  
  • Hardware
  • Bridge type: Fixed
  • Bridge design: Tune-o-matic
  • Tailpiece: String thru body
  • Tuning machines: Gotoh locking
  • Color: Chrome
Other
  • Number of strings: 6-string
  • Special features: Electronics, Body finish
  • Case: Hardshell case
  • Accessories: Straplocks
  • Country of origin: United States

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Limited lifetime warranty on all guitars.
One year warranty on parts and electronics.

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  • My favorite guitar

    5

    submitted4 years ago

    byMatt R

    fromOrange County, CA

    This is an amazing instrument, I have wanted one for about 30 years and finally recently purchased one. It plays so well that I almost feel like I'm cheating. Fit and finish are flawless, it is truly beautiful and is one of those things that seems to get prettier every time I see it. Expensive but I still feel like I got a bargain; there is real value here. Shipping and packaging were great, it arrived in perfect condition.

  • I Love This Guitar!!!

    5

    submitted5 years ago

    byDavydio

    fromOregon

    I don't play in a band now, but have been playing for about 45 years. I also have an ESP original, and feel that this USA is the better guitar. I don't have any other Custom shop ESPs to compare them to, so I can't say whether or not all ESP USA guitars are better than all ESP Original guitars. I'd suppose it varies from one guitar to another, butI can say out of the two Custom shop ESPs I have I prefer the Usa. That's not to say my Original is a bad guitar either, it's very far from it. They're both wonderful guitars!

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  • asked bySteven

    fromWI

    Hi, is the see thru purple fade still available and can I get additional pics?

    Hi, is the see thru purple fade still available and can I get additional pics?

    Open Reply - Thomas
    It is currently on back order.
  • asked bySergio

    fromundisclosed

    Hi there, really interested in this guitar. However, I was wondering what blemished meant for this specific guitar? And also a confirmation on what are the specific pickups it comes with? Thanks!

    Hi there, really interested in this guitar. However, I was wondering what blemished meant for this specific guitar? And also a confirmation on what are the specific pickups it comes with? Thanks!

    Open Reply - Kenneth
    Unfortunately additional pictures are unavailable. Blemishes are slight and do not affect the tone or play ability of the instrument. Pickups Configuration: HH Neck: Humbucker Bridge: Humbucker Brand: Seymour Duncan Active or passive pickups: Passive Series or parallel: Parallel