The sixth annual ESP Presents livestream will showcase new models across LTD, E-II, USA, and Signature Series ranges with demos from world-class players.
ESP is set to reveal its 2026 guitar lineup via livestream on Saturday, January 17, marking the sixth year of its ESP Presents digital showcase. The event promises a first look at their latest models, including shapes that aren’t widely available in many parts of the world, suggesting the 2026 lineup may include body styles previously limited to certain markets or custom shop orders. This approach aligns with ESP’s recent strategy of making more diverse designs available across its standard production lines.
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Streaming directly from the ESP website’s homepage, the presentation will feature demos from incredible players alongside artist shout-outs and a complete montage of new models spanning LTD, LTD Deluxe, Signature Series, ESP E-II, and ESP USA lines. According to the ESP, the 2026 collection represents one of its strongest releases to date.
ESP has scheduled three separate airings to accommodate viewers across different time zones worldwide. For Australian audiences, the livestream will broadcast at 5:00am, 9:00am, and 1:00pm AEDT on January 17. All sessions will be available to watch multiple times directly from the ESP website’s front page, ensuring everyone has the opportunity to catch the announcement live, regardless of location.
The ESP Presents format has become an annual fixture for the guitar manufacturer, offering an alternative to traditional trade show announcements by bringing new product reveals directly to players and retailers simultaneously. Previous editions have showcased significant additions to ESP’s catalogue, from new artist signature models to expanded specifications across its various series.
The livestream format allows ESP to demonstrate new guitars in action rather than relying solely on product photography and specifications, giving viewers a clearer sense of how instruments sound and perform before they hit retailers. With demos handled by endorsed artists and session players, the presentation typically covers a range of playing styles and genres to showcase each guitar’s versatility.
Viewers can access ESP Presents 2026 here on January 17, with all three broadcast times streaming from the website’s front page. For local enquiries, head here.
