ESP LTD B-206SM Bass in Natural Stain

The B-206SM delivers a comfortable, balanced feel across its extended 35" scale with a thin U neck contour that suits both seated and standing play. The spalted maple top adds visual warmth while the ash body provides solid resonance and sustain. This six-string configuration with roasted jatoba fingerboard and extra-jumbo frets creates a responsive platform for precise intonation and articulation.

Playability & Feel

The thin U neck contour combined with a 54mm molded nut and 500mm fingerboard radius establishes a fast, modern playing feel with minimal hand fatigue. The 24 XJ extra-jumbo frets provide substantial material for bending and note definition across the full range of the 35" scale.

Tone & Electronics

Passive pickups—the ESP Designed SB-6N neck and SB-6B bridge—feed a sophisticated ABQ-3 3-Band Active EQ system with volume, balance, and parametric mid control. This combination delivers clarity and punch with extensive shaping capability for both modern and classic bass voices.

Key Features

• Bolt-on construction with 5-piece Maple/Jatoba neck
• Ash body with spalted maple top
• Roasted jatoba fingerboard
• 35" scale length
• 24 XJ extra-jumbo frets
• 54mm molded nut
• Thin U neck contour
• 500mm fingerboard radius
• ESP Designed SB-6N and SB-6B pickups
• Passive electronics with ABQ-3 3-Band Active EQ
• LTD DB-6 bridge with black nickel hardware
• Natural satin finish

The B-206SM combines thoughtful ergonomic design with serious tone-shaping electronics, making it a capable instrument across studio and live settings.