The ESP LTD GL Desert Eagle is a modern reimagining of George Lynch’s legendary Kamikaze model, one of the most iconic ESP signature guitars ever created. Featuring a stunning Desert Eagle graphic, this high-performance shred machine offers an alder body, a bolt-on maple neck, and a Macassar ebony fingerboard designed for speed, sustain, and precision.

Built with George Lynch’s original U-shaped neck profile, 22 extra-jumbo stainless steel frets, and subtle black binding, this guitar is crafted for players who demand fast action and maximum tonal clarity. The Floyd Rose 1000SE double-locking tremolo with stainless steel screws ensures stable tuning and expressive dive-bombs, while the special low-friction volume pot delivers smooth, precise control.

The GL Desert Eagle is loaded with a unique pickup combination, featuring a Seymour Duncan ‘78 humbucker in the bridge for hot vintage tone, and an ESP LS-120 single-coil in the neck for crisp articulation. The push-pull volume knob serves as the pickup selector, maintaining a streamlined, no-fuss control setup.

Features

  • Alder body with George Lynch’s Desert Eagle graphic for a striking aesthetic.
  • Bolt-on maple neck with a Macassar ebony fingerboard for speed and articulation.
  • GL Original U-shaped neck profile provides smooth playability and comfortable grip.
  • 22 extra-jumbo stainless steel frets for effortless bending and sustain.
  • Seymour Duncan ‘78 bridge pickup & ESP LS-120 neck pickup for a versatile tonal range.
  • Push-pull volume knob for pickup selection simplifies control layout.
  • Floyd Rose 1000SE tremolo with stainless steel screws for tuning stability and extreme whammy bar action.

Specifications

General
- Model Name: ESP LTD GL Desert Eagle
- Signature Artist: George Lynch
- Dexterity: Right-Handed
- Finish: Desert Eagle Graphic

Neck
- Neck Material: Maple
- Neck Construction: Bolt-On
- Neck Profile: GL Original U
- Scale Length: 25.5”
- Truss Rod: Adjustable

Fingerboard
- Fingerboard Material: Macassar Ebony
- Fingerboard Radius: 305mm
- Frets: 22 XJ Stainless Steel
- Inlays: Dot Position Markers
- Nut Width: 43mm nut / 45mm neck width
- Nut Material: Locking

Body
- Body Material: Alder
- Hardware Color: Black
- Binding: Subtle Black Binding

Bridge
- Bridge Type: Floyd Rose 1000SE Double-Locking Tremolo with Stainless Steel Screws

Electronics
- Pickup Configuration: H/S
- Bridge Pickup: Seymour Duncan ‘78 (Passive)
- Neck Pickup: ESP LS-120 (Passive)
- Controls: Volume (Push-Pull for Pickup Selection)

Hardware
- Tuners: LTD
- Strap Buttons: Standard

Accessories
- Strings: D'Addario XL120 (.009/.011/.016/.024/.032/.042)
- Case: ST-TE Guitar Form Fit Case (Included)

The ESP LTD GL Desert Eagle combines classic George Lynch styling with modern ESP performance. With versatile pickups, top-tier hardware, and a sleek neck profile, this guitar is perfect for high-speed solos, aggressive riffing, and expressive dive-bombs.

ConditionBrand New (New)
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Brand
Model
  • GL Desert Eagle George Lynch Signature
Finish
  • Desert Eagle
Categories
Fretboard Radius
  • 12"
Color Family
  • Brown
Right / Left Handed
  • Right Handed
Body Shape
  • S-Style
Number of Strings
  • 6-String
Neck Material
  • Maple
Offset Body
  • Non-Offset Body
Finish Style
  • Gloss
Bridge/Tailpiece Type
  • Locking Tremolo Bridge
Body Type
  • Solid Body
Body Material
  • Alder
Pickup Configuration
  • HS
Wood Top Style
  • Opaque
Fretboard Material
  • Ebony
Finish Features
  • Matching Headstock
Scale Length
  • 25.5"
Neck Construction
  • Bolt-On
Number of Frets
  • 22

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