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New Legator 2022 Ninja & Ghost Models-Review

What are the new Legator models?

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Legator guitars just dropped some new 2022 models. They released some new Ninja and Ghost models. 

Firstly for the Ninja models there are the N6FS, N7FS, N8FS, N6FX, N7FX, and N8FX. 

Likewise the Ghost models are G6FS, G7FS, G8FS, G6FX, G7FX, G8FX, G7FOD, G8FOD. 

The notable difference between the Ninja and Ghost models is the Ghost ones are headless. 

Ninja Models

N6FS, N7FS, N8FS
Legator N6FS Lunar Eclipse
Legator N7FS Solar Eclipse

All 3 models come in two color options; Solar Eclipse & Lunar Eclipse. The Lunar Eclipse is the blue model on the left, and the Solar Eclipse is the red model on the right.

These Ninja FS models come with a 1-piece bolt on Maple neck, Alder wood body, Maple fretboard, and Hive Passive Humbucker pickups. 

Firstly the N6FS is the 6 string model. The scale on this is 25.5″-26.5″ with a 16″ fretboard. This one costs $599.99. 

Second the N7FS is the multi-scale 7 string model. The scale is 25.5″-27″ with an 18″ fretboard. This one runs for $649.99. 

Lastly the N8FS is the multi-scale 8 string model. The scale is 26.5″-28″ with a 16″ fretboard, and costs $699.99. 

N6FX, N7FX, N8FX
Legator N7FX Nexus

Next up is the Ninja FX series. These come in a 6 string, 7 string, and 8 string options. There are two color options available; Blood Moon which are the pictured red ones on the left, and Nexus which are the purple ones on the right. The tops on these will vary, which I think is really awesome, then each guitar is slightly different. Of note the 6 string only comes in the Blood Moon option. 

The FX models feature a set-thru 5 piece Wenge/Maple neck, Palemoon Ebony fretboard, Mahogany body, solid California Buckeye burl top, and Fishman Fluence Moderns pickups. 

Also, all of these come with a deluxe gigbag. 

First the N6FX is the 6 string and is 25.5″-26.5″ with a 16″ fretboard. This one costs $1,899.99. 

Second the N7FX is the 7 string multi-scale and is 25.5″-27″ with an 18″ fretboard. This one costs $1,999.99. 

Finally the N8FX is the 8 string multi-scale and is 26.5″-28″ with an 18″ fretboard. This one will cost you $2,099.99.

With these FX models you are definitely getting more bang for your buck! 

I love the different patterns that you can get on the neck with that Wenge and Maple mix.  

Legator N8FX Blood Moon
Legator N8FX Nexus

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Ghost Models

G6FS, G7FS, G8FS
Legator G8FS Blood Moon
Legator G7FS Lunar Eclipse

The G6FS, G7FS, and G8FS are basically the same as the Ninja FS series, just in a headless option. 

There are two color options available; Solar Eclipse which is the red model on the left, and Lunar Eclipse which is the blue model on the right. 

These come in a 6, 7, or 8 string option as well. 

The Ghost FS model features a 1 piece bolt-on Maple neck, Maple fretboard, Alder body, and Hive Passive Humbucker pickups. 

The G6FS is the 6 string option. The scale is 25.5″-26.5″ and has a 16″ fretboard. This one runs for $649.99. 

Second we have the G7FS which is the 7 string multi-scale option. The scale is 25.5″-27″ with a 16″ fretboard. The price for this one is $699.99. 

Lastly we have the G8FS which is the multi-scale 8 string. The scale is 26.5″-28″ with an 18″ fretboard. The cost is still great at $799.99. 

These are definitely a great option if you don’t want to spend too much, but still get an awesome looking and sounding product. 

G6FX, G7FX, G8FX
Legator G6FX Galaxy
Legator G7FX Blood Moon

Next up we have the Ghost G6FX, G7FX & G8FX models. And you guessed it these are very similar to the Ninja FX models. 

These come in two different color options; Galaxy which is the bluer model on the left, and Blood Moon which is the red model on the right. 

The Ghost FX models come in a 6, 7, or 8 string option. The G6FX which is the 6 string only comes in the Galaxy color. 

These feature a set-thru 5 piece Wenge/Maple neck, Palemoon Ebony fretboard, solid California Buckeye Burl top, and Fishman Fluence Modern pickups. 

Each model also comes with a deluxe gigbag. 

First the G6FX is the 6 string and has an Ash body. The scale is 25.5″-26.5″ with a 16″ fretboard. This one runs for $1,899.99. 

Second we have the G7FX which is the multi-scale 7 string with a Mahogany body. The scale is 25.5″-27″ with an 18″ fretboard. This one costs $2,099.99. 

Lastly we have the G8FX which is the multi-scale 8 string with a Mahogany body. The scale is 26.5″-28″ with an 18″ fretboard. This one is a whopping $2,199.99.

Notably just like with the Ninja FX models, each top and neck pattern will vary on these. I think that gives these an awesome individual touch. 

G7FOD, G8FOD
Legator G7FOD Jupiter
Legator G8FOD Jupiter

Finally we have the G7FOD & G8FOD. These are similar to the Ghost FX models with that awesome Buckeye Burl top design. 

These come in one color Jupiter Burst. As you can see from the pictures above each top and fretboard will slightly vary. 

The Ghost FOD models feature a bolt-on 1 piece Roasted Maple neck, Palemoon Ebony fretboard, Mahogany body, California Buckeye Burl top, and Fishman Fluence Modern pickups. 

Both the 7 & 8 string options come with a deluxe gigbag as well. 

First the G7FOD is the mutli-scale 7 string. The scale is 25.5″-27″ with an 18″ fretboard. The price for this is $1,399.99. 

Lastly is the G8FOD which is the multi-scale 8 string. The scale is 26.5″-28″ with an 18′ fretboard. This one runs for $1,499.99. 

Models I'm looking forward to most

Today we looked at the new 2022 models coming out from Legator. I am really excited for the FX models! You just can’t beat that awesome look with California Buckeye Burl top, and Wenge/Maple necks. I also like that each guitar is going to be unique. 

What are the models that you are looking most forward to? 

Comment down below, and let me know your favorite! 

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ESP Guitars 2022 Product Review

ESP's New 2022 Products

ESP just announced their 1st phase product line-up for 2022, and it includes some awesome guitars. Phase 1 will include products available between now and Spring 2022.

Today we will be looking at the five products I am the most excited for.  
ESP Snakebyte Camo

First up is the ESP Snakebyte Camo. This is an artist signature design from James Hetfield of Metallica. Each of these is handcrafted at the ESP custom shop in Japan. Everything on this guitar from the camo finish to the hardware is custom.

This includes a thin U-shaped single-piece mahogany set-neck. It also features an ebony fingerboard, bone nut, ESP strap locks, Sperzel locking tuners, a TunePros locking TOM bridge and tailpiece, and James’ own EMG JH SET pickups on the neck and bridge. This also comes with a matching hardshell case. Most notably a portion of the proceeds goes to Metallica’s All Within My Hands Foundation. Which is a a non-profit, philanthropic organization dedicated to creating sustainable communities by supporting workforce education, the fight against hunger, and other critical local services.

This handmade custom James Hetfield signature guitar can be yours for $7,299.00.

If you want still want a James Hetfield signature guitar, but can’t shell out that much, check out the LTD Snakebyte Camo. While it doesn’t come with the premier finishes of the ESP Snakebyte it’s still one hell of a guitar, and for only $1,899.00.

ESP EC-1000

Next up we have the LTD EC-1000 Baritone in the Charcoal Metallic Satin finish. 

What I love about Baritone guitars if you have never tried one out is that you can explore all the downtuning of modern metal while still playing a 6 string guitar. They do also make 7 string baritone guitars. 

The LTD EC-1000 features a 27″ Baritone scale with a 3 piece mahogany set-thru neck. This sleek minimalist design includes a Macassar Ebony fingerboard, black molded nut, and black hardware. It also includes a TonePros locking TOM bridge with string-thru-body, and Fishman Fluence Modern Humbucker pickups in the bridge and neck. 

Fishman pickups is quickly becoming a household name to the modern musician, and I am looking forward to trying them out in the future. 

If you are looking for great 6-string Baritone guitar with a sleek design head over to ESP.com, and you can get this for $1,199.00.

SN-1000HT

Have you ever seen a guitar finish that just draws you in? The LTD SN-1000HT in the Fire Blast finish did just that for me. I love the subtle color shift, and how the grain still shows through. 

This features a Roasted Maple bolt-on neck, Swamp Ash body, and Macassar Ebony fretboard. It comes with all black hardware. It also has black bone nut, LTD locking tuners, a Hipshot hardtail bridge with string thru body, and Fishman Fluence pickups. 

I usually prefer guitars with a set-thru or neck thru design, but lately I have been branching into the bolt-on design. I find with neck thru designs I have better access to the upper frets, but this is not always the case. I would definitely be interested in checking this guitar out, and who wouldn’t love that finish! 

This LTD SN-1000HT can be yours for $1,299.00.

LTD SN-1007HT

With the 2022 Phase 1 product reveal from ESP, they included a lot of new Baritone models. The LTD SN1007HT Baritone in the Black Blast finish also caught my eye. This is a 7-string Baritone guitar. 

Like typical Baritone guitars this one also has a 27″ scale. This features a 5-piece Roasted Maple and Purple Heart bolt on neck, Swamp Ash body, and Macassar Ebony fretboard. It comes fully loaded with all black hardware. It also has black bone nut, LTD locking tuners, a Hipshot bridge with string thru body, and Fishman Fluence neck and bridge pickups. 

What really stood out for me is that this guitar includes a 5-piece neck. I love the look of the Roasted Maple and Purple Heart; I think those two woods look great together. 

If this LTD SN-1007HT 7 string Baritone stood out to you head over to ESP and you can get if for $1,399.00.

SN-1007HT Neck
Arrow-1000ET

This review simply wouldn’t be complete without mentioning the LTD Arrow-1000 Evertune. The LTD Arrow-1000 looks like a modern take on the flying V body shape. And I love it!

This features a neck-thru design with a Mahogany body, 3-piece Maple neck, reverse headstock, and Macassar Ebony fretboard. This also has Grover tuners, an EverTune bridge, and Fishman Fluence neck and bridge pickups. 

The great thing about an EverTune bridge is that it does as the name suggests. It helps keep your guitar in perfect tuning and intonation. This allows less time spent tuning, and more time playing! I also love the design of this guitar. I am a huge fan of Bullet For My Valentine, and have always enjoyed this body style because it looks like a guitar you might see them play. 

Head over to ESP and this LTD Arrow-1000 EverTune can be yours for $1,399.00.

If you enjoyed these products make sure you head over to ESP Guitars and check out the whole line of 2022 Phase 1 products. 

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