Well how about that, at a time when more and more companies are moving production of their guitars to Asia, ESP Guitars have just announced that they are opening their first US factory in 2014.
The ESP Guitar Company is proud to announce the upcoming opening our first-ever USA-based factory. The new ESP USA factory is located in North Hollywood, CA, a short distance from our USA headquarters. “This is a significant milestone for ESP,” says ESP President Matt Masciandaro. “For years there has been a demand for a domestic factory, allowing us to create guitars that are 100% made in the USA. Weʼre very excited about the new opportunities for ESP dealers, and new choices for our customers.
The factory will be responsible for producing a new line of ESP USA guitars. This new brand will be added to ESPʼs existing worldwide brands, so just to clarify that is ESP, LTD, LTD Elite and the E-II series. Wow and I thought it was confusing before this announcement!
“The world renowned ESP custom shop will remain in its current location in Tokyo. The new USA facility will be crafting a series of production models on a limited basis during its first year of operation, ramping up as demand for the new line increases. ESP USA instruments will initially be available through a select group of ESP dealers.”
The official launch of the ESP USA brand will be at the 2014 Winter NAMM Show so stay tuned to Guitar Noize during January so that you don’t miss out on the first look at these USA made ESP guitars.
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