ESP LTD B-205SM Left-Handed Bass in Natural Satin

The B-205SM is a left-handed 5-string bass engineered for players who demand refined ergonomics and serious tonal flexibility in a working instrument. Its thin U neck contour and lightweight ash body with spalted maple top deliver comfortable playability over extended sessions without sacrificing structural integrity or resonance.

Tone and Electronics

ESP Designed SB-5 pickups paired with an active ABQ-3 3-band EQ deliver comprehensive tonal control with dedicated bass, mid, and treble boost/cut controls plus balance adjustment. String-through-body construction via the LTD BB-605 bridge maximizes sustain and clarity across all five strings.

Playability and Build

A 34" scale with 24 extra-jumbo frets on a roasted jatoba fingerboard provides fast, responsive action across the entire neck, while the 45mm standard nut and thin U neck contour ensure comfortable fretting hand positioning. Bolt-on neck construction keeps the bass balanced and resonant without unnecessary weight.

Key Features

• 5-string left-handed configuration
• Ash body with spalted maple top and natural satin finish
• 5-piece maple/jatoba neck with thin U contour
• 34" scale length
• Roasted jatoba fingerboard with 24 extra-jumbo frets
• 45mm standard nut
• ESP Designed SB-5 pickups
• Active ABQ-3 3-band EQ with bass, mid, and treble boost/cut
• Volume and balance controls
• LTD BB-605 bridge with string-through-body construction
• Black nickel hardware
• ESP tuners

This bass combines refined feel with versatile electronics, making it equally capable in studio sessions or live performance settings.