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ESP B Stock Basses LB33
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Featuring a double-cutaway design with an extra-thin “U” neck contour and 24 extra-jumbo frets, these ESP LTD electric basses are primed for fast, aggressive playing—yet capable of suiting virtually any style. The five-piece maple/rosewood bolt-on neck and ash body ensure maximum thump and sustain, while the three-band active EQ gives you control over bass, mids, and treble frequencies to fine-tune your sound Read More
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keyboard_arrow_downstraightoutta818
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Feb 17, 2016
I see the “What are the issues with B stock” question a lot so I thought that I should share what I found when inspecting my new bass. The quick answer is not much. There are only 2 areas that might have classified it as B stock.
First one is a nick on the top side of the headstock (pic 1). It’s noticeable up close and when compared to the bottom routes of the headstock. I’m thinking that this is what classified it as B stock. The only other thing might be with both cutaways of the body (pics 2 and 3). As the cutaway bottoms out and curves back to the front it gets a little choppy, squared and flat. No issue with playability and because of the rough body finish you can’t tell cosmetically from a distance. If this was a sanded and painted body it would be more obvious. It is an LTD and not a $2000 ESP so maybe this is the norm.
When I first played it I noticed a buzz on low B. It was because the bridge pickup height was completely out of whack. I just dropped and leveled both pickups and the problem was solved. It does need a setup as the action does get a little high at the top. Nothing that a truss rod adjustment can’t fix.
Pickups are fine, pots are little stiff but workable and it sounds good plugged in. Note that I’m a guitar player so I might be off with this. For the price it was a great buy. No case but you can find a new one for about 140. An extra 100 plus and you have this bass.
Your results may vary but B stock for me, at this price, was not an issue. Hope this helps.
First one is a nick on the top side of the headstock (pic 1). It’s noticeable up close and when compared to the bottom routes of the headstock. I’m thinking that this is what classified it as B stock. The only other thing might be with both cutaways of the body (pics 2 and 3). As the cutaway bottoms out and curves back to the front it gets a little choppy, squared and flat. No issue with playability and because of the rough body finish you can’t tell cosmetically from a distance. If this was a sanded and painted body it would be more obvious. It is an LTD and not a $2000 ESP so maybe this is the norm.
When I first played it I noticed a buzz on low B. It was because the bridge pickup height was completely out of whack. I just dropped and leveled both pickups and the problem was solved. It does need a setup as the action does get a little high at the top. Nothing that a truss rod adjustment can’t fix.
Pickups are fine, pots are little stiff but workable and it sounds good plugged in. Note that I’m a guitar player so I might be off with this. For the price it was a great buy. No case but you can find a new one for about 140. An extra 100 plus and you have this bass.
Your results may vary but B stock for me, at this price, was not an issue. Hope this helps.
ArthurM
2684
Feb 1, 2016
Exciting news, group! We’re happy to report that all of the orders have been shipped out and are now on the way to you! Please allow 24-48 hours for tracking to get into the shipper's system and start updating.
If there’s anything else we can do to make your Massdrop experience better, feel free to contact us via “Contact Support” button in your transaction page: https://www.massdrop.com/transactions
If there’s anything else we can do to make your Massdrop experience better, feel free to contact us via “Contact Support” button in your transaction page: https://www.massdrop.com/transactions
ArthurM
2684
Jan 27, 2016
Our warehouse team just received the bulk shipment this evening! All that’s left is to break the order down and prepare your individual orders for shipment. We are aiming to get everything out the door by Wednesday. Once everything is shipped, tracking confirmation emails will follow.
Expect an update from us by the end of the day Pacific Time on 2/2 or sooner if something comes up.
Expect an update from us by the end of the day Pacific Time on 2/2 or sooner if something comes up.
ArthurM
2684
Jan 20, 2016
Our vendor has informed us that the bulk shipment was picked up on Monday, and it is currently en route to our warehouse! Transit time typically takes about a week, so we are expecting to receive the order by early next week. Once received, our warehouse team will work hard to turn around your individual orders as quickly as possible.
Expect an update from us by the end of the day Pacific Time on 1/26 or sooner if something comes up.
Expect an update from us by the end of the day Pacific Time on 1/26 or sooner if something comes up.
ArthurM
2684
Jan 19, 2016
We were supposed to receive tracking today from our vendor, but since it's Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, we haven't heard back from them yet. We'll check back in tomorrow after we sync up with our vendor.
Expect an update from us by the end of the day Pacific Time on 1/19 or sooner if something comes up.
Expect an update from us by the end of the day Pacific Time on 1/19 or sooner if something comes up.
ArthurM
2684
Jan 11, 2016
Thanks again for joining this drop! With your help we were able to make it successful for the community. We've just submitted the group's order with the vendor for the ESP B Stock Basses LB33 and they are working hard to prepare it for shipment.
As soon as the group's order is ready at the vendor's location, they will send the bulk shipment to our warehouse in New Jersey where we'll break it up into individual orders and ship them directly to you! The current estimated ship date from our warehouse is 1/25.
Rest assured that we will provide you all with updated information regarding the status of your order throughout the process. You can expect an update from us by the end of the day Pacific Time on 1/18.
As soon as the group's order is ready at the vendor's location, they will send the bulk shipment to our warehouse in New Jersey where we'll break it up into individual orders and ship them directly to you! The current estimated ship date from our warehouse is 1/25.
Rest assured that we will provide you all with updated information regarding the status of your order throughout the process. You can expect an update from us by the end of the day Pacific Time on 1/18.
lesliebbarton
0
Jan 15, 2016
ArthurMArthur, I'm from India and I'm interested in buying the ESP LTD B-335 Stain Red need your help I'm new to Massdrop.
I do a lot of online shopping on US sites.
aakshintala
4
Jan 11, 2016
BiffsBizFrom what I understand, a non-straight neck would mean it is unplayable. B-stock means minor cosmetic damage.
Source: http://www.ebay.com/gds/What-are-B-Stock-and-Refurbished-Guitars-/10000000008469746/g.html
aakshintala
4
Jan 10, 2016
When do you expect to hear from the distributor and have the product out? This is my first bass, so I'm itching to get my hands on it :D
Also, can any more experienced player confirm that this is a good buy for a beginner? I have little to no music background other than as a listener.
Also, can any more experienced player confirm that this is a good buy for a beginner? I have little to no music background other than as a listener.
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