ESP LTD Alex Skolnick AS-1 Signature Electric Guitar - Lime Burst | No Limit Guitar Co, Idaho Falls
Introduction
The ESP LTD Alex Skolnick AS-1 Signature Electric Guitar delivers professional-grade performance with the sonic versatility demanded by the Testament guitarist's legendary playing style. This premium instrument combines striking aesthetics with exceptional tonal capabilities through its unique tonewood combination and signature electronics. Designed for serious players seeking both aggressive metal tones and refined clean sounds, the AS-1 represents a true player's guitar that excels across multiple genres.
Product Overview
The AS-1 features a stunning flame maple top over a resonant mahogany body, finished in an eye-catching Lime Burst that highlights the premium figured wood grain. This classic tonewood combination provides exceptional tonal balance—the mahogany delivers warm, rich fundamental tones and sustain, while the maple top adds definition, clarity, and harmonic complexity to create a versatile sonic foundation suitable for everything from crushing metal rhythms to articulate jazz lines.
The guitar's 3-piece maple neck features a comfortable U-shaped profile with set-through construction, offering superior stability and sustain while providing full access to all 24 extra-jumbo frets. The Macassar ebony fingerboard contributes additional tightness and definition to the instrument's attack, with elegant block inlays providing visual flair. With its 24.75" scale length and 12" fingerboard radius, the AS-1 combines vintage comfort with modern playability, supporting both aggressive rhythm playing and fluid lead techniques.
At the heart of the AS-1's tonal versatility are Seymour Duncan Alex Skolnick signature humbuckers, designed to Skolnick's exacting specifications. These pickups deliver everything from scorching high-gain metal tones to warm jazz sounds through a flexible control system featuring independent volume controls for each pickup and a push-pull tone pot for expanded tonal options. The premium Floyd Rose 1000 locking tremolo system ensures exceptional tuning stability during even the most aggressive tremolo techniques, while Grover tuners provide precise and reliable tuning at the headstock.
Ideal For
- Professional metal and rock guitarists seeking a versatile instrument with exceptional build quality
- Testament fans wanting to capture Alex Skolnick's signature tone and playing feel
- Studio musicians requiring a guitar that excels across multiple genres from thrash metal to jazz
- Performing artists needing reliable, road-worthy construction with premium components
- Players who demand expressive tremolo capabilities without sacrificing tuning stability
Key Features
Signature Seymour Duncan Alex Skolnick Humbuckers
Custom-designed pickups deliver the perfect balance of high-output aggression and articulate clarity. These signature humbuckers capture Skolnick's versatile tonal palette, offering everything from searing thrash metal tones to warm, detailed jazz voicings through the push-pull tone control for expanded sonic possibilities.
Premium Tonewood Combination
The flamed maple top on mahogany body with 3-piece maple neck and Macassar ebony fingerboard creates a sophisticated tonal foundation. This carefully selected wood combination provides exceptional sustain, crisp attack, and tonal balance across all registers, supporting both crushing rhythm work and soaring lead playing.
Floyd Rose 1000 Locking Tremolo System
The professional-grade double-locking tremolo system ensures perfect tuning stability during aggressive dive bombs and expressive vibrato techniques. Combined with the locking nut and Grover tuners, this premium hardware setup guarantees reliable performance for even the most demanding playing styles.
Set-Through Neck Construction
The set-through neck design offers the perfect balance of bolt-on articulation and neck-through sustain. This construction method provides seamless upper fret access while enhancing overall resonance and sustain, creating a playing experience that feels as good as it sounds.
Professional-Grade Hardware and Electronics
Independent volume controls for each pickup and a push-pull tone pot deliver exceptional tonal flexibility. The 3-way toggle switch, quality potentiometers, and premium internal components ensure noise-free operation and reliable performance in both studio and stage environments.
What's Included
- ESP LTD Alex Skolnick AS-1 Signature Electric Guitar
- ESP hardshell case
- Tremolo arm
- Adjustment tools
- Owner's manual
- Limited lifetime warranty
- Free standard shipping
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Body | Mahogany with Flamed Maple Top |
| Body Shape | LP Style (ESP Eclipse) |
| Neck | 3-piece Maple, U-shape |
| Neck Construction | Set-through |
| Fingerboard | Macassar Ebony with Block Inlays |
| Fingerboard Radius | 12" |
| Scale Length | 24.75" |
| Number of Frets | 24 Extra Jumbo |
| Nut Width | 1.692" |
| Nut | Locking |
| Bridge | Floyd Rose 1000 Locking Tremolo |
| Tuners | Grover |
| Neck Pickup | Seymour Duncan Alex Skolnick Signature Humbucker |
| Bridge Pickup | Seymour Duncan Alex Skolnick Signature Humbucker |
| Controls | 2 Volume, 1 Tone (Push-Pull) |
| Switching | 3-Way Toggle |
| Finish | Lime Burst Gloss |
| Hardware | Black |
| Strings | D'Addario XL120, .009-.042 |
| Manufacturer Part Number | LAS1FRFMLMB |
| Weight |
9.36 lbs. |
Get Your Hands on This Signature Guitar Today
Visit No Limit Guitar Co in Idaho Falls to experience the exceptional playability and versatile tones of the ESP LTD Alex Skolnick AS-1 Signature Electric Guitar. Our knowledgeable staff can help you explore the full potential of this professional-grade instrument and demonstrate how its premium features translate to your playing style. Contact us today to schedule a hands-on session or visit our showroom to witness why this signature model has become a favorite among discerning guitarists.
