The ESP E-II Alexi Ripped is one of the final designs from the late, great Alexi Laiho, a guitar icon and frontman of Children of Bodom/Bodom After Midnight. Built in Japan at ESP’s renowned factory, this offset V-shaped shred machine is a high-performance, precision-engineered instrument, designed to deliver blistering speed, aggressive tone, and ultimate playability.

With neck-thru-body construction, alder body wings, and a three-piece maple neck with a natural satin finish, the E-II Alexi Ripped ensures incredible sustain, smooth access to all 24 frets, and effortless speed. The scalloped frets from 19-24 provide extra control for bends and vibrato, while glow-in-the-dark side markers keep you on point in any stage setting.

For Alexi’s signature ferocious tone, this model includes two pickups— a first in an Alexi signature guitar—featuring an EMG HZ FH-2 passive humbucker in the bridge for cutting presence and punchy attack, and an EMG HZ S2 stacked single coil in the neck for full-bodied, articulate mids and lows. An ESP MM-04 active boost switch adds up to +18dB of adjustable gain, perfect for searing solos and high-gain madness.

With premium features like Gotoh locking tuners, ESP strap locks, a Floyd Rose Original double-locking tremolo, and a striking Purple Fade Satin finish with “ripped” black pinstripes, the E-II Alexi Ripped is a fitting tribute to a metal legend.

Features

• Alder body with neck-thru construction for sustain, resonance, and smooth upper-fret access.
• Three-piece maple neck with Thin U profile for fast, effortless playability.
• Ebony fingerboard with scalloped frets (19-24) and glow-in-the-dark side markers for superior control.
• EMG HZ FH-2 bridge pickup delivers punchy attack and high-gain clarity.
• EMG HZ S2 neck pickup offers thick, defined mids and lows.
• ESP MM-04 active boost switch adds up to +18dB of gain for added power.
• Floyd Rose Original tremolo and Gotoh locking tuners for ultimate tuning stability.
• Purple Fade Satin finish with black “ripped” pinstripes for an aggressive, standout look.

Specifications

General
- Model Name: ESP E-II Alexi Ripped
- Country of Origin: Japan
- Dexterity: Right-Handed
- Finish: Purple Fade Satin with Ripped Pinstripes

Neck
- Neck Material: 3pc Maple
- Neck Construction: Neck-Thru
- Neck Shape: Thin U
- Scale Length: 25.5"
- Truss Rod: Adjustable

Fingerboard
- Fingerboard Material: Ebony
- Fingerboard Radius: 305mm
- Frets: 24 XJ (Scalloped from 19-24)
- Inlays: Sawtooth Inlays
- Side Dots: Glow-in-the-Dark
- Nut Width: 42mm
- Nut Type: Locking

Body
- Body Material: Alder
- Hardware Color: Chrome
- Top Contour: Flat

Bridge
- Bridge Type: Floyd Rose Original

Electronics
- Bridge Pickup: EMG HZ FH-2 Passive Humbucker
- Neck Pickup: EMG HZ S2 Passive Stacked Single Coil
- Pickup Configuration: HS
- Electronics Type: Passive
- Controls: Volume, 3-Way Toggle Switch, ESP MM-04 Active Boost Switch (+18dB)

Hardware
- Tuners: Gotoh Locking
- Strap Buttons: ESP Strap Lock

Accessories
- Strings: Elixir Nanoweb Super Light (.009/.011/.016/.024/.032/.042)
- Case: V-ALEXI Guitar Form Fit Case (Included)
- Certificate of Authenticity: Included

The ESP E-II Alexi Ripped is a guitar designed for pure metal domination, featuring premium craftsmanship, elite-level playability, and Alexi Laiho’s aggressive tone signature. Whether unleashing blazing solos or crushing rhythm riffs, this Japanese-made beast is ready to honor the legacy of a true metal icon.