ESP LTD Phoenix-204DX 4-String Bass – Black Burst

The Phoenix-204DX is a lightweight, ergonomic 4-string bass built for fast, articulate playing across any genre. Its thin U-profile neck and compact body contours make extended sessions comfortable, while the active electronics deliver clarity and punch without fatigue. This is a working bassist's instrument—straightforward, reliable, and voiced for definition.

Playability & Feel

The thin U neck profile and 40mm nut width create a modern playing platform that favors speed and precision without sacrificing comfort during longer sessions. A 34-inch scale length sits in the sweet spot for balanced tension and note clarity, while the 400mm radius rosewood fingerboard with 21 extra-jumbo frets supports both smooth legato work and aggressive articulation.

Tone & Electronics

Active electronics with bridge SB-4B and neck SB-4N humbucker pickups deliver focused, punchy lows and defined mids across the frequency spectrum. Volume, balance, and tone boost controls provide flexible shaping—the tone boost in particular adds presence and cut without muddiness, essential for sitting tight in a mix.

Key Features

• Lightweight poplar body with bolt-on roasted maple neck
• 34-inch scale length
• Thin U neck profile
• 400mm radius rosewood fingerboard with 21 extra-jumbo frets
• 40mm nut width
• Bridge SB-4B pickup and neck SB-4N pickup (humbuckers)
• Active electronics with volume, balance, and tone boost controls
• Solid hardtail LTD DB-4 bridge
• LTD vintage-style tuners with black hardware
• Black Burst finish
• D'Addario XL165 strings (.045/.065/.085/.105)

The Phoenix-204DX combines lightweight construction, responsive active electronics, and stable hardware into an instrument built to perform night after night.