Introduction:
Alright — if you’ve been hunting for something that blends raw 2000s metal tone with a finish that’s secretly elegant… this 1999 ESP LTD EX-200 in Midnight Purple is calling your name. This thing looks mean under stage lights, plays smooth as butter, and still shreds like the first day it was strung up. It’s an LTD from back when they really leaned into the attitude — and yeah, this one’s still got it.
Specifications:
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Model: ESP LTD EX-200
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Year: 1999
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Finish: Midnight Purple – rare and absolutely killer in person
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Body: Agathis (yup, it’s a tonewood with something to prove)
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Neck: Maple, bolt-on
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Fingerboard: Rosewood, 22 frets
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Pickups:
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Bridge: ESP LH-150
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Neck: ESP LH-150
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Controls: 2 Volume, 1 Tone, 3-way selector
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Bridge: TOM-style bridge with stopbar tailpiece
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Tuners: ESP Standard
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Condition: Very good for its age – minor dings here and there, but super clean overall
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Case: Not original but will be shipped securely
The Story:
This one’s from the era when ESP was still making a big name in the States, and the EX-200 was like a secret weapon for heavy players on a budget. Don’t sleep on that Midnight Purple finish — it looks black in low light but bursts into a rich deep violet under stage lighting. Total sleeper.
And for a 25-year-old guitar? It’s held up beautifully. Frets are in great shape, action is solid, and it still delivers that punchy, slightly raw tone that’s perfect for hard rock, punk, and old-school metal.
Conclusion / CTA:
Whether you’re looking to complete a collection, jump into vintage LTD territory, or just need a killer axe with big vibes and bigger tone — this 1999 ESP LTD EX-200 in Midnight Purple is ready to roll. It’s rare, it’s vibey, and it’s still got that bite.
Hit me up for more info, extra pics, or if you want to swing by and check it out — but fair warning: this one won’t sit long.
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