ESP Original Series Stephen Carpenter STEF B-8 Baritone Black w/case

ESP Original Series STEF B-8 Fluence Black w/Case

Serial: E4621252
Weight: 8 lbs 11.8 oz

The ESP Original Series STEF B-8 Fluence is Stephen Carpenter’s signature extended-range instrument, hand-built at the ESP Custom Shop in Tokyo for uncompromising performance in modern heavy music environments. Designed for clarity, stability, and massive tonal range, this eight-string combines precision craftsmanship with aggressive tonal flexibility.

A neck-thru-body construction paired with a 27" baritone scale length delivers exceptional sustain and string tension, maintaining articulation even in extremely low tunings. The alder body provides balanced response across the extended frequency spectrum, while the three-piece maple neck and ebony fingerboard offer stability and fast, accurate playability across all eight strings.

Fishman Fluence Stephen Carpenter signature pickups provide multiple voicings accessible via push-pull controls, allowing players to move between tight modern aggression and more open, passive-style response. A Hipshot fixed bridge and Gotoh Magnum Lock tuners ensure precise intonation and rock-solid tuning stability whether recording or performing live.

Highlights

• Hand-built ESP Original Series instrument from the Tokyo Custom Shop
• Neck-thru construction with 27" baritone scale
• Fishman Fluence Stephen Carpenter signature multi-voice pickups
• Hipshot fixed bridge and locking Gotoh tuners
• Extended-range design built for modern low tunings

Specifications

Body

• Construction: Neck-thru-body
• Body Wood: Alder
• Finish: Black

Neck

• Neck Material: 3-piece maple
• Neck Profile: Thin U
• Fingerboard: Ebony
• Fingerboard Radius: 305mm (12")
• Frets: 24 extra jumbo
• Nut Width: 55mm
• Nut: Graphite
• Scale Length: 27"

Hardware

• Bridge: Hipshot fixed bridge, string-thru-body
• Tuners: Gotoh Magnum Lock
• Hardware Finish: Black
• Strap Buttons: ESP strap locks

Electronics

• Pickups: Fishman Fluence Stephen Carpenter signature set
• Controls: Volume (push/pull), tone, 5-way selector switch
• Power: USB rechargeable battery system

Miscellaneous

• Strings: Elixir Nanoweb 8-string set
• Case: ESP form-fit hardshell case included
• Certificate of Authenticity included

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