ESP E-Ii Standard Electric Guidelines On Order Burnt Custom - B Stock

An E-II Signature Designed for Stage Efficiency

The E-II Richard Z RZK-I Burnt belongs to the family of signature models designed to meet a highly focused set of requirements: power, stability and visual impact. Within the E-II range, it occupies a position clearly aimed at guitarists who want a modern stage machine, with no compromises when it comes to attack or reliability under intensive playing conditions.

Its Burnt aesthetic, chrome hardware and minimalist configuration reinforce this direct, professional identity. Here, every element seems chosen to serve the playing experience above all else: an efficient double-cutaway body, deliberately straightforward electronics and a Floyd Rose Original that immediately places the instrument in the world of guitars built for demanding performances.

Which Guitarists and Styles Is It For?

This guitar is primarily aimed at intermediate to experienced musicians looking for a responsive, precise and highly reliable electric guitar for high-gain sounds. The Floyd Rose tremolo requires a certain level of familiarity for setup and string changes, making this model more suitable for guitarists already comfortable with this type of hardware. A highly motivated beginner may find their way with it, but it is not the easiest route for getting started.

The RZK-I excels in metal, hard rock, industrial, modern rock and any style where palm-mute clarity, a firm attack and precise tracking are essential. The 24 frets and double-cutaway design also provide a very comfortable platform for leads, wide bends and technical passages in the upper register.

A Tight, Cutting Sound That Is Immediately Ready to Use

The sonic character of this E-II is first and foremost built around its pair of EMG 81 active pickups. In the bridge position, you get a very fast response, tight low end, well-controlled mids and cutting highs that keep riffs articulate even with plenty of gain. This is the kind of pickup chosen to preserve impact, definition and excellent note separation in heavily distorted chords.

The presence of a second EMG 81 in the neck position gives the instrument a particularly consistent and aggressive character. Where a traditional neck pickup would tend to seek more warmth, this one retains a direct attack and a high level of precision. The result is perfectly suited to singing yet tight solos, melodic lines that need to cut through the mix, as well as modern clean sounds when greater clarity is preferred over softness.

The alder body provides an interesting balance of density, punch and versatility without unnecessarily weighing down the low end. The maple neck enhances the fast response and the sense of clarity beneath the fingers, while the rosewood key adds a slight, softer counterbalance to the attack. This combination works very well with active pickups, as it avoids any muddiness and keeps the sonic message tightly focused.

The electronics, deliberately limited to a volume control and a 3-way selector, also contribute to this feeling of directness. You can change registers quickly without getting lost in a multitude of controls. Finally, the Floyd Rose Original encourages pronounced vibrato effects, dramatic dive-bombs and solid tuning stability when properly set up, while providing a responsive feel that perfectly matches the spirit of the model.

Technical specifications

Color	Burnt	Neck pickup	EMG 81
Neck	maple	Controls	volume
Number of frets	24	Selector switch	3-position
Fret type	Extra Jumbo	Number of strings	6
Tuners	Gotoh	Applicable version	Stock B
Gig bag/case	case	Reported defect	top finishing appearance
Number of pickups	2	Reported availability	only 1 product available
Bridge pickup	EMG 81