ESP M-II FR QM TESB GH EMG

ESP M-II FR QM TESB GH EMG review

The ESP M-II FR QM TESB GH EMG is an American-made, ST-style electric guitar with a mahogany body, quilted maple top, maple bolt-on neck, and ebony fingerboard. Its Tiger Eye Burst finish and gold hardware give it a distinctive specification, while two EMG humbuckers and a Floyd Rose Original tremolo define the main elements of its electronics and bridge system. The supplied information lists a price of 4,699, but does not specify a currency.

This assessment is based only on the published specifications. No customer reviews are available for this product, so there are no user reports or playing impressions to weigh against the feature list.

Construction and dimensions

The combination of mahogany and quilted maple is specified for the body and top, respectively. The neck is maple and attaches to the body with a bolt-on joint. ESP lists an Extra Thin U neck profile, a 305 mm (12.01-inch) fingerboard radius, and a 43 mm (1.69-inch) nut width. These measurements describe the neck's shape and dimensions, but they do not establish how it will feel to a particular player.

The scale length is 648 mm (25.5 inches), a measurement that can be useful when comparing this guitar with other instruments. The fingerboard is ebony. The finish is identified in the detailed specifications as Tiger Eye Burst; the shorter overview field calls it "Burst." The more specific finish name is the useful one for distinguishing the listed color.

Fret-count discrepancy

The specifications conflict on the number of frets. The initial overview states 20 frets, while the detailed description states 24 super jumbo frets. Those figures cannot both describe the same instrument, and the available data does not explain the difference. Buyers should confirm the fret count with ESP or the seller before ordering, particularly if it affects a preferred playing range or comparison with another guitar.

The term "super jumbo" describes the stated fret size, but the source gives no fret dimensions or material. It would therefore be unwarranted to infer details about fret wear, bending effort, or setup from that label alone.

Pickups and controls

The guitar has two EMG humbuckers in an HH arrangement. Controls are listed as one volume and one tone control, with a three-way pickup selector. The specifications do not identify the exact EMG pickup models, provide wiring details, or describe additional switching options. That leaves important questions about the available pickup combinations and their individual output unanswered.

The control layout is straightforward on paper: volume, tone, and a three-way selector. Players who need a specific EMG model or particular switching behavior should check those details before purchase rather than assume them from the general pickup description.

Tremolo and hardware

A Floyd Rose Original tremolo is paired with an R3 locking nut and Gotoh locking tuning machines. This is a specification focused on a locking tremolo setup, with the nut and bridge identified by model or type. The source does not provide setup information, tuning stability results, or details about adjustment range, so those should not be treated as tested performance claims.

The hardware is gold-colored. Dunlop Straplok hardware is also included, according to the detailed description. The factory strings are listed as D'Addario NYXL in.009,.042 gauge. These details help establish what ships with the instrument, but do not indicate whether the strings or setup will suit every player.

Included case and purchase details

The overview fields say that a case is included and a bag is not. The detailed description likewise specifies an included case and Dunlop Straplok hardware. The product is listed as available since September 2025, with item number 625291 and a sales unit of one piece. No limited run is specified.

For a buyer comparing the listing with a retailer's offer, the case inclusion and exact finish are useful points to confirm. The available data does not give the case type, weight, overall dimensions, or warranty terms.

Technical verdict

The ESP M-II FR QM TESB GH EMG is specified with premium-oriented materials, an ebony fingerboard, EMG humbuckers, and Floyd Rose Original hardware. Its 25.5-inch scale, locking nut, locking tuners, and included case are clear, verifiable parts of the published configuration. The main unresolved issue is the contradictory fret count, with 20 listed in one field and 24 in another. The pickup models are also unspecified. Those gaps warrant confirmation before purchase. With no customer feedback available, this review makes no claims about sound, comfort, reliability, or performance beyond the stated specifications.