--- product_id: 4485284 title: "ESP LTD B-205 5-string Bass Guitar - Natural Satin" brand: "esp guitars" price: "€ 1677.35" currency: EUR in_stock: true reviews_count: 9 category: "Esp Guitars" url: https://www.desertcart.hr/products/4485284-esp-ltd-b-205-5-string-bass-guitar-natural-satin store_origin: HR region: Croatia --- # Spalted maple top uniqueness 5-string versatility Dual humbucking pickups power ESP LTD B-205 5-string Bass Guitar - Natural Satin **Brand:** esp guitars **Price:** € 1677.35 **Availability:** βœ… In Stock ## Summary > 🎸 Own the stage with the bass that blends style, power, and precision. ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** ESP LTD B-205 5-string Bass Guitar - Natural Satin by esp guitars - **How much does it cost?** € 1677.35 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.hr](https://www.desertcart.hr/products/4485284-esp-ltd-b-205-5-string-bass-guitar-natural-satin) ## Best For - esp guitars enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted esp guitars brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - β€’ **Speed Meets Comfort:** 5-piece maple/jatoba neck offers a fast, smooth playing experience that keeps you in the zone. - β€’ **Extended Range Mastery:** Unlock deeper grooves with 5-string versatility perfect for modern bassists. - β€’ **Built to Last & Perform:** Ash body combined with stainless steel components ensures durability and balanced weight for long gigs. - β€’ **One-of-a-Kind Aesthetic:** Natural satin finish with spalted maple top ensures your bass stands out on every stage. - β€’ **Powerful Tone Sculpting:** Dual humbucking pickups deliver rich, beefy sound with minimal noise for studio and live clarity. ## Overview The ESP LTD B-205 is a professional-grade 5-string electric bass guitar featuring a unique spalted maple top and a natural satin finish. Equipped with dual humbucking pickups and a fast 5-piece maple/jatoba neck, it delivers versatile, rich tones with excellent sustain. Its ash body provides balanced weight and durability, making it a top choice for serious bassists seeking premium sound and standout aesthetics under $1000. ## Description Thousand of players around the world have turned to the LTD B-205SM which, despite its affordable price, is one of the finest basses in its class. Review: A great bass under $1000 - Looks amazing and really fun to play. The active preamp sounds amazing and you can dial in any tone. Very good for the price. Review: It's easy to lose hours of time while playing on this thing - I've always enjoyed the warm, resonating sound of a fretless bass, but I've never been able to justify shelling out money for an instrument that might just end up collecting dust due to its limited applications. However, I already own several other LTD basses (F1550x, F205, and B204) and I love them all so I decided to take a chance on this one as my first fretless. It has quickly become one of my favorite instruments! The unique grain of the spalted maple makes this a gorgeous one-of-a-kind piece, and it plays as impressive as it looks. The lack of frets demand greater accuracy than a fretted bass would, but the neck feels thin and fast - it's very easy on the fingers and the construction is undoubtedly solid. The pickups (I prefer the one on the bridge) offer a full, beefy tone with lots of sustain and very little excess noise. This bass is indeed quite heavy, but it's well-balanced and sits comfortably on the shoulder if you have a decent/wide strap. Overall, I'm extremely satisfied with my purchase. The bridge needed some minor adjustments to correct the intonation before I could use it, but a luthier/tech can easily set it up for you (or do it yourself with a 1.5mm allen wrench - there are plenty of tutorials online.) One thing to note when buying new strings: you'll need to make sure you buy "super long" strings or they might not sit properly in the nut. I'm personally a fan of light-gauge D'Addario Nickel-Wound XL's on all my LTDs (which is conveniently what they come pre-strung with.) However, I've noticed after a few weeks of regular playing that the strings have left slight indentations/scratches on the fretboard of this bass. I replaced them with Chrome XL (flatwound) strings, which make it sound and play even better, and will prevent further fretboard damage. Hands down, flatwounds are the way to go for a fretless. ## Features - 5-string Electric Bass Guitar with Spalted Maple Top - 2 Humbucking Pickups - Natural Satin - 5-piece Maple/Jatoba Neck - Jatoba Fingerboard - Ash Body ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B004G91RFS | | Back Material Type | Basswood | | Best Sellers Rank | #84,851 in Musical Instruments ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments ) #190 in Electric Bass Guitars | | Body Material Type | Ash | | Brand | ESP GUITARS | | Brand Name | ESP GUITARS | | Color | Natural | | Customer Reviews | 4.4 out of 5 stars 147 Reviews | | Finish Type | Satin Finish | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00840248027519, 08402480275190 | | Hand Orientation | Right Handed | | Included Components | not included | | Instrument | Electric Bass | | Instrument Size | 5-String | | Item Dimensions | 48 x 4 x 17 inches | | Item Type Name | ESP LTD B Series B-205 5-String Bass Guitar, Natural Satin | | Item Weight | 9.07 g | | Item dimensions L x W x H | 48 x 4 x 17 inches | | Manufacturer | ESP Guitars | | Manufacturer Part Number | 211187 | | Material Type | Stainless Steel | | Model Name | LB205SMNS | | Model Number | LB205SMNS | | Number of Strings | 5 | | Operation Mode | Manual | | Size | 5-String | | String Material Type | Alloy Steel | | Top Material Type | Maple | | UPC | 840248027519 | | Unit Count | 1 Count | | Warranty Description | Limited lifetime warranty. | ## Product Details - **Brand:** ESP GUITARS - **Size:** 5-String - **Color:** Natural - **Item dimensions L x W x H:** 48 x 4 x 17 inches - **Top Material Type:** Maple - **Back Material Type:** Basswood - **String Material Type:** Alloy Steel - **Finish Type:** Satin Finish - **Instrument:** Electric Bass - **Item Weight:** 9.07 g ## Images ![ESP LTD B-205 5-string Bass Guitar - Natural Satin - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51yPH-8gn0L.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: That case doesnt fit. guitar is 52x19x5 the case you said fits is only 49x19x4. impssible anyone know the actual case that fits this guitar? thanks!?** A: I have two 4 string basses...I use a tear-drop shaped case for mine...possible the 6 string has a wider body and may not fit...bought mine from Long & McQuade, a chain in Canada **Q: I have c305 (fretted) and i use blue steel. what should i use on this? i'm first time fretless user.** A: Your call...I'm beginner bassist...fretless helps my ear...for acoustic/electric gtr **Q: can you slap** A: Not recommended on fretless basses. I have two fretless basses. Slapping doesn't seem to work as well without frets. **Q: Is the bass in the photo the actual one for sale?** A: The finish won’t look exactly the same, since it’s natural wood grain. Each one is unique. They all seem to be symmetrical, like they cut one piece of wood in half and glue the two halves together down the middle. Check out some used ones on ebay or reverb.com to get an idea of what to expect. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A great bass under $1000 *by W***L on May 24, 2026* Looks amazing and really fun to play. The active preamp sounds amazing and you can dial in any tone. Very good for the price. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ It's easy to lose hours of time while playing on this thing *by N***R on February 25, 2019* I've always enjoyed the warm, resonating sound of a fretless bass, but I've never been able to justify shelling out money for an instrument that might just end up collecting dust due to its limited applications. However, I already own several other LTD basses (F1550x, F205, and B204) and I love them all so I decided to take a chance on this one as my first fretless. It has quickly become one of my favorite instruments! The unique grain of the spalted maple makes this a gorgeous one-of-a-kind piece, and it plays as impressive as it looks. The lack of frets demand greater accuracy than a fretted bass would, but the neck feels thin and fast - it's very easy on the fingers and the construction is undoubtedly solid. The pickups (I prefer the one on the bridge) offer a full, beefy tone with lots of sustain and very little excess noise. This bass is indeed quite heavy, but it's well-balanced and sits comfortably on the shoulder if you have a decent/wide strap. Overall, I'm extremely satisfied with my purchase. The bridge needed some minor adjustments to correct the intonation before I could use it, but a luthier/tech can easily set it up for you (or do it yourself with a 1.5mm allen wrench - there are plenty of tutorials online.) One thing to note when buying new strings: you'll need to make sure you buy "super long" strings or they might not sit properly in the nut. I'm personally a fan of light-gauge D'Addario Nickel-Wound XL's on all my LTDs (which is conveniently what they come pre-strung with.) However, I've noticed after a few weeks of regular playing that the strings have left slight indentations/scratches on the fretboard of this bass. I replaced them with Chrome XL (flatwound) strings, which make it sound and play even better, and will prevent further fretboard damage. Hands down, flatwounds are the way to go for a fretless. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Beautiful bass and beautifully made. *by M***N on September 25, 2021* I have played a Rickenbacker my whole life, which I love, but I wanted to try a 5 string. I purchased an Ibanez but was very disappointed with it and sent it back. I ordered the ESP and could not be happier. It looks and sounds great, and the craftsmanship is what I would expect to pay for a much more expensive bass. The only thing I need to do is replace the strings and it will be perfect. I highly recommend this beautiful bass for the beginner, or seasoned player. Nice work ESP! ## Frequently Bought Together - ESP LTD B-205SM Spalted Maple Five-String Bass Guitar, Natural Satin - Amazon Basics Adjustable Folding Guitar Stand, A-shape, Fully Assembled - For School Music Program, Concerts & Multiple Users, Black - Ernie Ball Polypro Guitar Strap, White (P04036) --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - πŸ›’ **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** β€” Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** β€” Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - πŸ’° **No Hidden Fees** β€” All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - πŸ”„ **15-Day Free Returns** β€” Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - πŸ”’ **Secure Payments** β€” Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** β€” Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.hr/products/4485284-esp-ltd-b-205-5-string-bass-guitar-natural-satin](https://www.desertcart.hr/products/4485284-esp-ltd-b-205-5-string-bass-guitar-natural-satin) --- *Product available on Desertcart Croatia* *Store origin: HR* *Last updated: 2026-08-07*