ESP Iron Cross SW
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ESP
Iron Cross SW
Product Info
Article Number:
332919
Brand:
ESP
Model:
Iron Cross SW
Category:
Single Cut Guitars
Price:
$7,368.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Iron Cross SW is a serious instrument built for high-impact performance. It’s a premium-priced signature model, perfect for players seeking a powerful, focused tone and the aggressive feel of a Hetfield axe, delivered with exceptional Japanese build quality.
Product Description
- ESP Iron Cross SW
- Electric Guitar
- James Hetfield (Metallica) Signature model
- Set-in neck construction
- Mahogany body
- Maple top
- Neck: Mahogany
- Fretboard: Ebony
- 22 XJ Frets
- Fretboard radius: 305 mm
- Scale: 628 mm
- Nut width: 42 mm
- Thin U-Neck neck shape
- Black hardware
- Sperzel locking machine heads
- Schaller Security Locks
- Tonepros Locking TOM bridge and tailpiece
- EMG JH set pickups
- Active Electronics
- Colour: Snow White with stripes and graphic
- Case included
- MAde in Japan
PROS
- • Exceptional build quality thanks to Japanese craftsmanship and premium materials.
- • The EMG JH set pickups deliver Hetfield's signature aggressive, high-gain tone.
- • Ebony fretboard provides a smooth, fast playing experience with excellent note definition.
- • Sperzel locking tuners and Tonepros bridge ensure rock-solid tuning stability.
CONS
- • The mahogany body and maple top contribute to a significant weight – not ideal for long gigs.
- • The active pickups require a good power supply and may limit versatility for cleaner tones.
- • The Snow White finish, while iconic, can be a fingerprint magnet.
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Mahogany with Maple Top
Neck Material
Mahogany
Fingerboard
Ebony
Pickups
EMG JH Humbucker Set (Active)
Scale Length
628 mm (24.75 in)
Frets
22 XJ
Bridge
Tonepros Locking TOM Bridge and Tailpiece
Weight
Approximately 9.5 lbs (4.3 kg)
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Thin U neck shape is thinner and flatter than many ESP necks, offering a comfortable, modern feel – a departure from some of their thicker vintage-inspired profiles.
While active pickups are inherently quieter than passives, high gain settings can introduce some noise; a good power supply and proper grounding are essential to minimize this.
The Snow White finish is susceptible to scratches and fingerprints, requiring careful handling and potentially a protective coating for gigging musicians.
