ESP LTD Alexi Laiho Arrowhead SE 20th Anniversary Electric Guitar - Black with Yellow Bevels | No Limit Guitar Co, Idaho Falls
The ESP LTD Alexi Laiho Arrowhead SE 20th Anniversary is a special-edition tribute to one of heavy metal's most iconic and beloved figures — Alexi Laiho, the late visionary frontman of Children of Bodom and Bodom After Midnight. Reissuing the original Japan-only finish and lauded styling of Laiho's debut signature guitars, this limited instrument combines neck-thru construction, a single EMG HZ FH-2 humbucker, and a Floyd Rose 1000 tremolo into a metal-ready axe built for uncompromising performance. Available now at No Limit Guitar Co in Idaho Falls, this is a collector-worthy piece of heavy metal history that is equally engineered to be played hard.
Product Overview
The Arrowhead SE is built around an alder solidbody in the iconic V-style silhouette that defined Laiho's visual identity throughout his career, finished in striking Black with Yellow Bevels — a faithful recreation of the original Japan-only colorway from the debut signature series. The gloss finish is applied with care to honor the audiovisual excellence that characterized every aspect of Laiho's artistry. Neck-thru-body construction ties the 3-piece maple neck directly into the body, maximizing resonance, sustain, and dimensional stability to keep the guitar free of the twisting and warping that can compromise bolt-on and set-neck instruments over time.
The 3-piece maple Thin U neck is gloss finished and built for speed, delivering the smoldering brightness and sonic clarity that maple is prized for in high-gain applications. A 13.77-inch fingerboard radius sits flatter than most vintage-spec necks, making it exceptionally well-suited for aggressive bending and fast lead playing. The macassar ebony fingerboard is capped with 24 extra-jumbo frets and features ESP Arrow inlays throughout — with scalloping from frets 19 to 24, providing the shred-ready support and fretting-hand freedom that demanding upper-register playing requires. The Floyd Rose locking nut and 1.653-inch nut width complete the high-performance neck package.
A single EMG HZ FH-2 humbucker at the bridge delivers aggressive tone, scorching output, and searing definition — everything required for the kind of melodic death metal virtuosity Laiho made his signature. A Floyd Rose 1000 tremolo system paired with Grover tuners provides the pitch-warping, whammy-bar pyrotechnics found across Laiho's entire discography, from Something Wild to Paint the Sky with Blood, without sacrificing tuning stability under the most extreme playing conditions. A single volume control keeps the signal chain clean and direct at No Limit Guitar Co in Idaho Falls.
Ideal For
- Dedicated fans and collectors honoring the legacy of Alexi Laiho and Children of Bodom with a faithful recreation of his iconic debut signature guitar
- Lead guitarists and shredders who demand scalloped upper frets, a flat fingerboard radius, and extra-jumbo frets for maximum upper-register speed and expression
- Heavy metal and death metal players who need aggressive single-pickup output, Floyd Rose stability, and neck-thru sustain in a single instrument
- Advanced players exploring the sonic extremes of whammy-bar technique and high-gain lead playing in the tradition of Laiho's virtuosic style
- Collectors and enthusiasts in Idaho Falls and beyond seeking a limited 20th Anniversary special-edition instrument with genuine historical significance
Key Features
Neck-Thru-Body Construction with 3-Piece Maple Neck Neck-thru construction maximizes sustain and resonance by running the neck continuously through the body. The 3-piece maple construction adds dimensional stability, keeping the neck straight and true over years of heavy use and environmental changes.
Scalloped Macassar Ebony Fingerboard The macassar ebony fingerboard delivers bell-like sustain and robust presence across every register. Scalloping from frets 19 to 24 reduces contact between the fingertip and the fretboard in the most demanding upper-register positions, enabling faster, more expressive lead playing with less fretting-hand resistance.
Single EMG HZ FH-2 Humbucker The bridge-position EMG HZ FH-2 humbucker is purpose-built for high-gain, high-output performance. Aggressive tone, scorching output, and searing definition make this pickup the ideal tool for melodic death metal, thrash, and any style that demands uncompromising clarity at extreme gain levels.
Floyd Rose 1000 Tremolo with Grover Tuners The Floyd Rose 1000 double-locking tremolo system delivers the full range of pitch-warping expression that defined Laiho's playing style, with the tuning stability to support the most extreme whammy-bar use. Grover tuners reinforce the system's reliability for demanding live and studio performance.
V-Style Alder Body in Original Japan-Only Finish The iconic V-style alder body reissues the original Japan-only Black with Yellow Bevels colorway of Laiho's debut signature guitars — a finish that has become one of the most recognizable and celebrated looks in heavy metal history.
13.77-Inch Fingerboard Radius with Extra-Jumbo Frets The flat 13.77-inch radius is engineered for modern high-performance lead playing, virtually eliminating fret-out during aggressive bends. Extra-jumbo frets further enhance speed and playability across the full 25.5-inch scale length.
What's Included
- ESP LTD Alexi Laiho Arrowhead SE 20th Anniversary Electric Guitar in Black with Yellow Bevels
- Hardshell case
- D'Addario XL120 strings (.009–.042, factory installed)
- Manufacturer warranty
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer Part Number | LALEXIARROWHEADSE |
| Serial Number | W26011952 |
| Strings | 6, Right-handed |
| Body Type | Solidbody |
| Body Shape | V-Style |
| Body Material | Alder |
| Body Finish | Gloss |
| Body Color | Black with Yellow Bevels |
| Neck Material | 3-piece Maple |
| Neck Finish | Gloss |
| Neck Shape | Thin U |
| Neck Joint | Neck-thru-body |
| Fingerboard | Macassar Ebony |
| Fingerboard Inlay | ESP Arrow |
| Fingerboard Radius | 13.77" |
| Frets | 24, Extra Jumbo |
| Fret Scalloping | Frets 19–24 |
| Scale Length | 25.5" (Standard) |
| Nut Width | 1.653" |
| Nut Material | Floyd Rose Locking |
| Bridge | Floyd Rose 1000 |
| Tuners | Grover |
| Bridge Pickup | EMG HZ FH-2 Humbucker |
| Controls | 1x Volume |
| Strings | D'Addario XL120 .009–.042 |
| Weight | 7.40 lbs. |
| Case | Hardshell Case |
Get Your Hands on This Limited Edition ESP LTD Today
Visit No Limit Guitar Co in Idaho Falls to experience the ESP LTD Alexi Laiho Arrowhead SE 20th Anniversary in person — a guitar that carries genuine heavy metal history in every detail. Our team is ready to help you explore everything this special-edition instrument has to offer. Contact us today or stop by our Idaho Falls location before this limited piece is gone.
