---
product_id: 13137629
title: "ESP LTD Arrow-401 - Black"
brand: "esp guitars"
price: "C$161852"
currency: NIO
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 8
url: https://www.desertcart.ni/products/13137629-esp-ltd-arrow-401-black
store_origin: NI
region: Nicaragua
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# EMG 81/85 active pickups for aggressive tone Set-thru maple neck for speed Floyd Rose bridge for precise tuning stability ESP LTD Arrow-401 - Black

**Brand:** esp guitars
**Price:** C$161852
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎸 Own the stage with the arrow that never misses!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** ESP LTD Arrow-401 - Black by esp guitars
- **How much does it cost?** C$161852 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.ni](https://www.desertcart.ni/products/13137629-esp-ltd-arrow-401-black)

## Best For

- esp guitars enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted esp guitars brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Bold, Iconic Design:** Striking arrow-shaped mahogany body in sleek black ensures you stand out in every crowd and genre.
- • **Lightweight & Balanced:** At just under 10 lbs, this guitar stays comfortable for marathon practice or intense gigs.
- • **Unmatched Sonic Aggression:** Dual EMG 81/85 active pickups deliver razor-sharp, high-gain tones that cut through any mix.
- • **Rock-Solid Tuning Stability:** Premium Floyd Rose bridge and Grover tuners keep your sound locked in, no matter how wild the stage.
- • **Shred-Ready Speed & Comfort:** Set-thru 3-piece maple neck with pau ferro fingerboard lets you blaze through riffs effortlessly.

## Overview

The ESP LTD Arrow-401 Black is a metal and hard rock powerhouse featuring a fast set-thru maple neck, aggressive EMG 81/85 active pickups, and a Floyd Rose bridge for ultimate tuning stability. Crafted with a lightweight mahogany body and premium Grover tuners, it combines bold aesthetics with professional-grade playability, perfect for shredders who demand both style and substance.

## Description

Completely unique in its bold design, the LTD ARROW-401 is an obvious choice for metal, hard rock, and other genres where it’s good to stand out from the crowd. This guitar’s sound is as aggressive as its looks, precisely crafted with a set-thru neck design and a killer combination of EMG 81/85 active pickups. Included are high quality Grover tuners, a mahogany body, 3 pc. maple neck with a 24 extra jumbo fret pau Ferro fingerboard for your fastest riffs and chunkiest rhythms.

Review: Outstanding Value and Playability - I am reviewing this based on the value and quality for the price range. desertcart delivered this ahead of schedule and it was double boxed and arrived in perfect condition- even the boxes were in great shape....so high marks to desertcart. The ESP factory packing was very good too and this came with no case, which I knew. So, the guitar is pretty ugly and basically for metal heads, but i knew that so no knock on any of that. I wanted this guitar because it has a great neck shape, it is light and balanced and for the EMGs. I never played a V style so I thought it would be fun...and it is. Ive been fiddling for 40 years and am not finicky about setup and minutia details....that said, this guitar was setup so very nicely and was in tune and played fantastic right out of the box. The fit and finish are as good as they could possibly be, the weight and balance is awesome for standing and practicing for hours - which is why i bought it. The cable connection and way it hangs is also great. I am very satisfied with this guitar...it will be for home practice, not gigging as it looks sorta funny on this 55 year old, but a great great guitar at the price and highly recommended. Only thing i will do is use it as a guinea pig for floyd upgrades like higher mass block, TI string inserts and stainless screws...if that is worth it i will do the same on my giggers.
Review: Shred machine without too much $ - This is my 1st ESP guitar and it plays awesome. I build guitar kits as a hobby yet sometimes you just want something cool. Definitely a great add to my collection.

## Features

- LTD Arrow-401- Black

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B00RGN3DZ8 |
| Back Material | Mahogany Wood |
| Batteries | 1 9V batteries required. (included) |
| Body Material | Mahogany |
| Color Name | Black |
| Customer Reviews | 4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (15) |
| Date First Available | January 1, 2015 |
| Fretboard Material | Morado |
| Guitar Bridge System | Floyd Rose |
| Guitar Pickup Configuration | H |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Item Weight | 9.9 pounds |
| Item model number | LARROW401BLK |
| Neck Material Type | Maple |
| Number of Strings | 6 |
| Product Dimensions | 19 x 6 x 48 inches |
| Scale Length | 25.5 |
| String Material | Nickel |
| Top Material | Maple Wood |

## Product Details

- **Back Material Type:** Mahogany Wood
- **Body Material:** Mahogany
- **Brand:** ESP GUITARS
- **Color:** Black
- **Fretboard Material Type:** Morado
- **Guitar Pickup Configuration:** H
- **Hand Orientation:** Right
- **Neck Material Type:** Maple
- **String Material Type:** Nickel
- **Top Material Type:** Maple Wood

## Images

![ESP LTD Arrow-401 - Black - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51HjlARQKAL.jpg)
![ESP LTD Arrow-401 - Black - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51QNgMzmSnL.jpg)
![ESP LTD Arrow-401 - Black - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51YItC5UqEL.jpg)
![ESP LTD Arrow-401 - Black - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81+An4WWIOL.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Is this guitar balanced for playing while standing?**
A: No, some solid neck dive but it sounds awesome!

**Q: How about the packaging**
A: Comes well packed, my guitar had 0 scratches or bumps. Comes in a large box. I believe the packaging was appropriate.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Outstanding Value and Playability
*by S***P on September 22, 2019*

I am reviewing this based on the value and quality for the price range. Amazon delivered this ahead of schedule and it was double boxed and arrived in perfect condition- even the boxes were in great shape....so high marks to Amazon. The ESP factory packing was very good too and this came with no case, which I knew. So, the guitar is pretty ugly and basically for metal heads, but i knew that so no knock on any of that. I wanted this guitar because it has a great neck shape, it is light and balanced and for the EMGs. I never played a V style so I thought it would be fun...and it is. Ive been fiddling for 40 years and am not finicky about setup and minutia details....that said, this guitar was setup so very nicely and was in tune and played fantastic right out of the box. The fit and finish are as good as they could possibly be, the weight and balance is awesome for standing and practicing for hours - which is why i bought it. The cable connection and way it hangs is also great. I am very satisfied with this guitar...it will be for home practice, not gigging as it looks sorta funny on this 55 year old, but a great great guitar at the price and highly recommended. Only thing i will do is use it as a guinea pig for floyd upgrades like higher mass block, TI string inserts and stainless screws...if that is worth it i will do the same on my giggers.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Shred machine without too much $
*by E***Y on June 11, 2020*

This is my 1st ESP guitar and it plays awesome. I build guitar kits as a hobby yet sometimes you just want something cool. Definitely a great add to my collection.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent Shredder for the Money!
*by D***R on September 24, 2022*

The Arrow-401 is an excellent mid-level electric guitar. Arrows are very easy to play and that makes learning easy. Once the FR bridge is balanced properly with the correct tremolo springs, it's keeps tune pretty well. I have both the Arrow-200 and Arrow-401. I love them both but the active EMGs of the 401 sets it apart from the passive ESP inspired pickups of the Arrow-200. I have encountered some quality control issues with all the ESP LTD guitars I own. It's usually something simple to fix (or have fixed by a qualified luthier) but it's still annoying to pay upwards of $1500 for a guitar with obvious QC issues that should have been corrected before it was boxed. The inspection stickers on all the ESP LTD guitars are meaningless. And unfortunately, the Arrow-401 has been discontinued. So get yourself one before they are gone or snag a lightly used one. Note: Swapping active pickups, especially EMGs, are easy with the 401. If not for the QC issues, the 401 would get 5 stars. It's my go to guitar.

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*Last updated: 2026-02-08*