ESP Introduces LTD FB-204 to Frank Bello Signature Series

ESP’s Frank Bello LTD Signature line of basses has a new addition. The FB-204 is an entry level model with bolt-on construction and a black satin finish to suit the Anthrax bassist’s style.

ESP Frank Bello LTD FB-204 Signature Bass

The FB-204 is built with a basswood body, maple neck, and rosewood fingerboard. The P/J pickup configuration consists of the company’s LTD LDJ and LDP, which are then matched with an ESP Designed ATB-1 Active Tone Boost.

The ESP LTD FB-204 will be available in the coming months with a street price of $399. For more info, check out the ESP Guitars site.

ESP LTD FB-204 Specs:

  • Construction: Bolt-On
  • Scale: 34?
  • Body: Basswood
  • Neck: Maple
  • Fingerboard: Rosewood
  • Nut: 42mm Standard
  • Neck Contour: “U” Shape
  • Frets: 21 XJ
  • Hardware: Black
  • Tuners: LTD Vintage
  • Bridge: LTD DB-4
  • Pickups: ESP Designed LDJ (Bridge) & LDP (Neck)
  • Electronics: ESP Designed ATB-1 Active Tone Boost
  • Finish: Black Satin

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  1. I feel like everyone is taking Fenders endorsers, warwick took Bailey, esp Bello, and I cant remember but there was somebody.

  2. Finally a bass I can afford! Ha!

  3. I love my fb 204. It has the low end I need and clear highs too. Well worth the $399.00