Alexi Laiho Guitars
Known as the frontman and lead guitarist of Children of Bodom, Alexi Laiho is synonymous with fast guitar riffs and unapologetic solos.
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Who is Alexi Laiho?
Alexi Laiho was a Finnish guitarist, composer, and vocalist, best known as the lead guitarist, lead vocalist, and founding member of the melodic death metal band Children of Bodom.
Alexi Laiho was born on April 8, 1979, in Espoo, Finland. He started playing violin at a young age before picking up the guitar at the age of 11. His passion for metal music began early, and by the age of 18, he had already formed the band Children of Bodom.
Formed in 1993, Children of Bodom quickly gained popularity due to their combination of melodic hooks and aggressive metal sounds. They reached international acclaim with their debut album “Something Wild” in 1997. Throughout their career, the band released several successful albums, played numerous international tours, and became one of Finland’s best-selling artists of all time.
Alexi Laiho’s music style was a mixture of neo-classical metal, melodic death metal, and power metal. He was known for his high-speed alternate picking and sweep-picked arpeggios, his extensive use of scale runs and upper extensions in solos, and his aggressive rhythm guitar work.
Alexi cited musicians like Steve Vai, Paul Gilbert, and Roope Latvala as his influences and was particularly known for his love of Randy Rhoads’ guitar style, often infusing Rhoads’ techniques and scales into his solos.
Alexi Laiho received multiple awards for his guitar playing, including being ranked as one of the “50 Fastest Guitarists of All Time” by Guitar World magazine. He was also voted “Best Metal Guitarist” in a poll by the same publication in 2008.
Alexi Laiho passed away in December 2020 at the age of 41, leaving behind a significant musical legacy and having a considerable impact on metal guitarists and the genre as a whole.
His virtuosic guitar playing, powerful vocals, and songwriting have inspired countless musicians and fans around the world.
ESP LTD Alexi-200
Designing for the Extreme.
When it comes to designing a guitar that can stand up to the explosive energy of metal, every detail matters. The ESP LTD Alexi-200 has been meticulously designed, keeping in mind the needs of players who like to push their instruments to the limits.
The design philosophy behind the Alexi-200 is simple yet profound: a guitar that is resilient, comfortable, and, most importantly, metal to the core.
The Alexi-200 isn’t just about aggressive sounds and high speeds; it’s a versatile instrument that offers a range of tones for different musical scenarios. It’s designed to be the weapon of choice for those who like to experiment with their sound, ensuring each note is articulated with precision and clarity.
Table of Specifications ESP LTD Alexi-200
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| General | |
| Brand | ESP LTD |
| Configuration | H |
| Strings | 6 |
| Made in | Indonesia |
| Series | Signature |
| Colors | Black |
| Left-Handed Version | No |
| Body | |
| Type | Solid Body |
| Body Material | Mahogany |
| Bridge | Floyd Rose Special |
| Neck | |
| Neck Joint | Bolt-On |
| Tuners | LTD |
| Fretboard | Roasted Jatoba |
| Neck Material | Maple |
| Decoration | Shark Teeth |
| Scale Size | 25.5″ |
| Shape | Thin U |
| Thickness | 1st Fret: 0.787” (20mm) – 12th Fret: 0.866” (22mm) |
| Frets | 24 XL Jumbo |
| Fretboard Radius | 13.78″ |
| Nut | Locking |
| Nut Width | 42mm (1.654”) |
| Electronics | |
| Switch | 0 Way |
| Knobs | Dome |
| Volume Controls | 1 |
| Tone Controls | 0 |
| Bridge Pickup | ESP Designed LH-301B (Humbucker / Passive) |
LTD Alexi Ripped
This guitar, among Alexi Laiho’s last designs, combines both aesthetics and functionality in an offset V shape featuring neck-thru-body construction with a 25.5” scale.
This guitar is designed for fast and smooth playability, sporting a three-piece thin U-shaped maple neck with a natural satin finish. It integrates alder body wings and a Macassar ebony fingerboard, scalloped from frets 19-24, and comes with 24 extra-jumbo frets, distinctive sawtooth inlays, and glow-in-the-dark side markers.
The Alexi Ripped stands out as the first model in the Alexi Laiho Signature Series to feature multiple pickups; it houses an EMG HZ F-H2 passive humbucker in the bridge position, delivering clear, high-gain tones with a robust response, and an EMG HZ S2 passive stacked single coil in the neck, yielding a balanced blend of mids and a full, clear low end.
The guitar’s components include Grover tuners, a double-locking Floyd Rose 1000 bridge, chrome hardware with volume control, and an inset three-way pickup selector, all contributing to its superior playability and sound. It is available in a striking Purple Fade Satin finish complemented by painted black satin “ripped” pinstripes, with matching back and sides.
A deluxe ESP hardshell case is included to ensure its protection.
Table of Specifications LTD Alexi Ripped
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Construction | Neck-Thru |
| Scale | 25.5″ |
| Body | Alder |
| Neck | 3Pc Maple |
| Fingerboard | Macassar Ebony |
| Fingerboard Radius | 350mm |
| Finish | Purple Fade Satin w/ Ripped Pinstripes |
| Nut Width | 42mm |
| Nut Type | Locking |
| Neck Contour | Thin U |
| Frets/Type | 24 XJ |
| Hardware Color | Chrome |
| Strap Button | Standard |
| Tuners | Grover |
| Bridge | Floyd Rose 1000 |
| Neck PU | EMG HZ S2 |
| Bridge PU | EMG HZ FH-2 |
| Electronics | Passive |
| Electronics Layout | Volume/Toggle Switch |
| Strings | D’Addario XL120 (.009/.011/.016/.024/.032/.042) |
| Case | V-ALEXI GUITAR FORM FIT CASE |
| Case Included | Y |
LTD Alexi Hexed
This model stands out as one of the last guitar designs to which Alexi contributed.
This distinctive model is presented in an offset V shape and is structured with neck-thru-body construction, featuring a 25.5” scale.
It is endowed with a three-piece, thin U-shaped maple neck, topped with a natural satin finish ensuring seamless play and swift hand movement.
The construction is completed with alder body wings and a Macassar ebony fingerboard which is scalloped from frets 19-24, accommodating 24 extra-jumbo frets, trademark sawtooth inlays, and glow-in-the-dark side markers.
This remarkable guitar is equipped with top-grade components including Grover tuners, a double-locking Floyd Rose 1000 bridge, and chrome hardware. It incorporates a singular EMG HZ F-H2 passive pickup, coupled with a volume control, delivering a ceramic high-gain output characterized by eminent presence, clear tones, and a robust response.
The Alexi Hexed is available in a striking Purple Fade finish adorned with subtle light purple pinstripes and comes with matching back and sides. To protect this masterpiece, a deluxe ESP hardshell case is included.
Table of Specifications LTD Alexi Hexed
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Construction | Neck-Thru |
| Scale | 25.5″ |
| Body | Alder |
| Neck | 3Pc Maple |
| Fingerboard | Macassar Ebony |
| Fingerboard Radius | 350mm |
| Finish | Purple Fade w/ Pinstripes |
| Nut Width | 42mm |
| Nut Type | Locking |
| Neck Contour | Thin U |
| Frets/Type | 24 XJ |
| Hardware Color | Chrome |
| Strap Button | Standard |
| Tuners | Grover |
| Bridge | Floyd Rose 1000 |
| Bridge PU | EMG HZ FH-2 |
| Electronics | Passive |
| Electronics Layout | Volume |
| Strings | D’Addario XL120 (.009/.011/.016/.024/.032/.042) |
| Case | V-ALEXI GUITAR FORM FIT CASE |
| Case Included | Y |
ESP Alexi Ripped
The ESP Alexi Hexed boasts an offset V shape with neck-thru-body construction at a 25.5” scale length. Its features include a three-piece thin u-shaped maple neck with a natural satin finish for effortless and swift playability, alder body wings, and an ebony fingerboard (scalloped from frets 19-24) with 24 extra-jumbo frets, sawtooth inlays, and glow-in-the-dark side markers.
It incorporates an EMG HZ F-H2 passive humbucker in the bridge position, a ceramic high-gain pickup renowned for its outstanding presence and clarity with a powerful response. Additionally, it houses an EMG HZ S2 passive stacked single coil in the neck, offering the perfect blend of midrange tones with a clear and full low end.
The guitar is also equipped with an ESP MM-04 active boost switch, featuring a preamp circuit with adjustable EQ settings and the ability to provide up to +18dB of boost when required.
Just like Alexi’s personal instrument, the E-II Alexi Ripped includes top-tier components like Gotoh locking tuners, ESP strap locks, a double-locking Floyd Rose Original bridge, and chrome hardware, including a volume control, an inset three-way pickup selector, and a boost switch.
It is available in a stunning Purple Fade Satin finish with painted black satin “ripped” pinstripes, featuring a matching black satin back and sides. The guitar also comes with a deluxe ESP hardshell case.
Table of Specifications Alexi Ripped
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| CONSTRUCTION | Neck-Thru |
| SCALE | 25.5″ |
| BODY | Alder |
| NECK | 3Pc Maple |
| FINGERBOARD | Ebony |
| FINGERBOARD RADIUS | 305mm |
| FINISH | Purple Fade Satin w/ Ripped Pinstripes |
| NUT WIDTH | 42mm |
| NUT TYPE | Locking |
| NECK CONTOUR | Thin U |
| FRETS/TYPE | 24 XJ |
| HARDWARE COLOR | Chrome |
| STRAP BUTTON | ESP Strap Lock |
| TUNERS | Gotoh Locking |
| BRIDGE | Floyd Rose Original |
| NECK PU | EMG HZ S2 |
| BRIDGE PU | EMG HZ FH-2 |
| ELECTRONICS | Passive w/ Active Boost |
| ELECTRONICS LAYOUT | Volume/Toggle Switch/ESP MM-04 Active Boost Switch |
| STRINGS | Elixir Nanoweb Super Light (.009/.011/.016/.024/.032/.042) |
| CASE | V-ALEXI GUITAR FORM FIT CASE |
| CASE INCLUDED | Y |
| COA | Y |
ESP E-II Alexi Ripped
The E-II Alexi Ripped boasts an offset V shape with neck-thru-body construction at a 25.5” scale. It features a three-piece thin u-shaped maple neck with a natural satin finish, delivering a seamless and rapid playing experience.
The guitar’s body is crafted from alder, complemented by alder body wings, and it features an ebony fingerboard with scalloped frets (19-24), 24 extra-jumbo frets, sawtooth inlays, and glow-in-the-dark side markers.
It boasts an EMG HZ F-H2 passive humbucker in the bridge position, a ceramic high-gain pickup renowned for its remarkable presence and clarity with a punchy response.
Additionally, it includes an EMG HZ S2 passive stacked single coil in the neck, ensuring an ideal blend of midrange tones with a clear and full low-end resonance. An ESP MM-04 active boost switch is also integrated, providing a preamp circuit with customizable EQ settings and a substantial boost of up to +18dB when needed.
Designed with professional musicians in mind, the E-II Alexi Ripped is equipped with top-tier components, including Gotoh locking tuners, ESP strap locks, a double-locking Floyd Rose Original bridge, and chrome hardware. Its control layout features a volume control, an inset three-way pickup selector, and a boost switch.
The guitar is presented in a Purple Fade Satin finish with striking painted black satin “ripped” pinstripes, accompanied by a black satin finish on the back and sides. A deluxe ESP hardshell case is included to ensure secure transportation and storage.
Table of Specifications ESP E-II Alexi Ripped
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| CONSTRUCTION | Neck-Thru |
| SCALE | 25.5″ |
| BODY | Alder |
| NECK | 3Pc Maple |
| FINGERBOARD | Ebony |
| FINGERBOARD RADIUS | 305mm |
| FINISH | Purple Fade Satin w/ Ripped Pinstripes |
| NUT WIDTH | 42mm |
| NUT TYPE | Locking |
| NECK CONTOUR | Thin U |
| FRETS/TYPE | 24 XJ |
| HARDWARE COLOR | Chrome |
| STRAP BUTTON | ESP Strap Lock |
| TUNERS | Gotoh Locking |
| BRIDGE | Floyd Rose Original |
| NECK PU | EMG HZ S2 |
| BRIDGE PU | EMG HZ FH-2 |
| ELECTRONICS | Passive w/ Active Boost |
| ELECTRONICS LAYOUT | Volume/Toggle Switch/ESP MM-04 Active Boost Switch |
| STRINGS | Elixir Nanoweb Super Light (.009/.011/.016/.024/.032/.042) |
| CASE | V-ALEXI GUITAR FORM FIT CASE |
| CASE INCLUDED | Y |
| COA | Y |
ESP Alexi Hexed
Crafted by the skilled artisans at the ESP Custom Shop in Japan, the ESP Alexi Hexed boasts an offset V shape and a neck-thru-body construction with a 25.5″ scale.
Its exceptional features include a three-piece thin U-shaped maple neck finished in natural satin for effortless and rapid playability, alder body wings, and an ebony fingerboard with scalloped frets (19-24), adorned with 24 extra-jumbo frets, sawtooth inlays, and luminous side markers.
This guitar is equipped with premium components like Gotoh locking tuners, ESP strap locks, and a double-locking Floyd Rose Original bridge. It’s powered by a single EMG HZ F-H2 passive humbucker that delivers exceptional presence and clarity with a punchy response, maintaining the high standards associated with the ESP Alexi Hexed. Additionally, it features an ESP MM-04 active boost switch, incorporating a preamp circuit with customizable EQ settings that can provide up to +18dB of boost when needed.
The ESP Alexi Hexed is presented in a striking Purple Fade finish with subtle light purple pinstripes, complemented by matching back and sides. This exceptional guitar comes complete with a deluxe ESP hardshell case.
Table of Specifications ESP Alexi Hexed
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| CONSTRUCTION | Neck-Thru |
| SCALE | 25.5″ |
| BODY | Alder |
| NECK | 3Pc Maple |
| FINGERBOARD | Ebony |
| FINGERBOARD RADIUS | 305mm |
| FINISH | Purple Fade w/ Pinstripes |
| NUT WIDTH | 42mm |
| NUT TYPE | Locking |
| NECK CONTOUR | Thin U |
| FRETS/TYPE | 24 XJ |
| HARDWARE COLOR | Chrome |
| STRAP BUTTON | ESP Strap Lock |
| TUNERS | Gotoh Locking |
| BRIDGE | Floyd Rose Original |
| BRIDGE PU | EMG HZ FH-2 |
| ELECTRONICS | Passive w/ Active Boost |
| ELECTRONICS LAYOUT | Volume/ESP MM-04 Active Boost Switch |
| STRINGS | Elixir Nanoweb Super Light (.009/.011/.016/.024/.032/.042) |
| CASE | V-ALEXI GUITAR FORM FIT CASE |
| CASE INCLUDED | Y |
| COA | Y |