ESP LTD Special Edition Signature Series Alexi Laiho Sawtooth SE 20th Anniversary Guitar with Case
The ESP LTD Alexi Laiho Sawtooth SE commemorates 20 years of collaboration. Featuring thru-neck design, scalloped frets, double-locking Floyd Rose bridge, & 1 pickup. In Black White, with case
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Twenty years ago, ESP handed Alexi Laiho — frontman and lead guitarist of Finnish melodic death metal legends Children of Bodom — his first signature guitar. The result? A generation of guitarists who suddenly needed to practice a lot more. To mark two decades of that relationship, ESP brings back the Alexi Laiho Sawtooth SE 20th Anniversary: an offset V-shaped tribute to one of metal's most iconic players, finished in unmistakable black with bevels, and built to shred just as hard as the man himself.
A Shape That Means Business
The offset V body isn't just aggressive-looking — it's functional aggression. Alexi's signature silhouette is one of the most recognizable shapes in metal, and this 20th Anniversary edition wears it proudly. Alder body wings paired with neck-thru-body construction give you the kind of sustain that doesn't know when to quit (in the best possible way), while the 25.5" scale length keeps your picking hand honest and your tone tight.
Alder Body Wings with Neck-Thru Construction: The alder body delivers balanced, articulate tone across the full frequency spectrum, while neck-thru construction extends sustain and improves upper-fret access — so those high notes actually go where you aim.
Iconic Bevel Finish: The classic colorway is a direct nod to one of the original Alexi signature models. The reverse side features a matching bevel and the legendary COBHC logo, because subtlety was never really part of the brief.
Solid Hardware Throughout: Grover tuners and Floyd Rose bridge finish off the aesthetic with a level of visual flair that pairs surprisingly well with downtuned chaos.
A Neck Built for the Fast Lane
If guitar necks had speed limits, this one would ignore them entirely. The three-piece maple neck features a thin U-shaped profile with a satin finish that lets your hand fly up and down the fretboard without friction getting in the way of your ambitions. Add a Macassar ebony fingerboard with arrowhead-shaped pearloid inlays and scalloped frets from 19 to 24, and you've got a playing surface that feels like it was engineered specifically for neoclassical runs and face-melting lead lines.
Macassar Ebony Fingerboard: Dense, responsive, and naturally fast under the fingers, Macassar ebony delivers crisp note clarity and excellent sustain — qualities that matter a great deal when you're playing 32nd notes at 200 BPM.
Scalloped Frets 19–24: Scalloping in the upper register reduces string-to-fret contact, giving you effortless bends, expressive vibrato, and a playing feel that rewards technique rather than fighting it.
24 Extra-Jumbo Frets: More frets, more range, more options. The extra-jumbo sizing makes fretting feel positive and confident, even under aggressive playing conditions.
Hardware That Keeps Up
A guitar built for speed and aggression needs hardware that won't buckle under pressure — or under a Floyd Rose dive bomb that goes a little too far (you know who you are). The Alexi Sawtooth SE comes loaded with a double-locking Floyd Rose 1000 bridge and a single EMG HZ F-H2 passive humbucker that keeps the control layout refreshingly simple: one volume knob, no distractions, maximum output.
Floyd Rose 1000 Double-Locking Bridge: Lock your tuning at the nut and the bridge, then do whatever you want to the whammy bar. The Floyd Rose 1000 handles the chaos and snaps right back to pitch every time.
EMG HZ F-H2 Passive Humbucker: A single high-output passive humbucker with tight low-end response and clear articulation across the mids and highs — ideal for high-gain tones that still let the notes breathe.
Deluxe ESP Hardshell Case Included: Because a guitar this iconic deserves better than a gig bag and optimism.
The Alexi Laiho Sawtooth SE 20th Anniversary Delivers Where It Counts
This guitar was built for one purpose: to honor the legacy of one of metal's most technically gifted players while giving a new generation of guitarists a legitimate instrument to grow into. The Alexi Laiho Sawtooth SE 20th Anniversary combines neck-thru sustain, a scalloped Macassar ebony fretboard, Floyd Rose stability, and an aggressive offset V aesthetic into a package that's as fun to play as it is to look at. If you've been searching for a dedicated shred machine with genuine collector appeal, this anniversary edition makes a very compelling case.
ESP LTD Alexi Laiho Sawtooth SE Features:
Alder body with 3-piece maple neck
Neck-thru-body construction at 25.5" scale
Thin U-shaped neck profile with satin finish
Macassar ebony fingerboard with arrowhead pearloid inlays
The Sawtooth SE is a 20th Anniversary tribute to one of the original Alexi Laiho signature models, featuring the unmistakable offset V shape, bevel finish, and scalloped upper frets that defined Alexi's playing style. It's a limited-run collector's instrument with genuine playability built in.
It's purpose-built for intermediate to advanced players who are serious about lead guitar and high-gain metal tones. The scalloped frets and Floyd Rose system require some technique to get the most out of, making it a better fit for players who already have solid fundamentals.
The 25.5" scale length handles standard tuning and drop tunings down to drop C comfortably, which aligns with Alexi's recorded work. The Floyd Rose double-locking system keeps tuning stable regardless of how aggressively you use the tremolo.
Yes, the HZ F-H2 is a passive humbucker with high output and tight low-end character, making it a solid match for high-gain amplifiers and distortion pedals. It delivers clear note articulation even through dense gain structures.
Yes, the ESP LTD Alexi Laiho Sawtooth SE 20th Anniversary includes a deluxe ESP hardshell case, which provides solid protection for touring, transport, or long-term storage.