ESP KH-3 Spider
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ESP
KH-3 Spider
Product Info
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This 30th Anniversary KH-3 Spider is a serious instrument—a testament to ESP's Custom Shop prowess. The thin neck and EMG pickups make it ideal for shredders and metal players seeking that iconic Kirk Hammett sound, and the Japanese build quality is undeniable. It’s a high-end guitar that delivers performance and collectibility.
Product Description
- ESP KH-3 Spider
- Electric Guitar
- Kirk Hammet (Metallica) signature model
- 30th Anniversary Edition - Built by hand at the ESP Custom Shop in Japan
- Body: Alder
- Continuous neck: Maple
- Fretboard: Ebony (Diospyros Crassiflora)
- Fretboard inlays: Spiders and Skulls & Bones
- Neck profile: Extra Thin U
- Fretboard radius: 350 mm (13.78")
- Frets: 24 X-Jumbo
- Locking nut
- Nut width: 42 mm (1.65")
- Scale: 629 mm (24.75")
- Pickups: 2 EMG BoneBreaker humbuckers
- 2 Volume controls and 1 tone control
- 3-Way switch
- Tremolo: Floyd Rose Original
- Hardware: Black
- Machine heads: Grover
- Strings: Elixir Nanoweb Super Light .009/.011/.016/.024/.032/.042
- Colour: Black with Spider graphic
- Includes a case
- Made in Japan
PROS
- • Hand-built Japanese craftsmanship ensures exceptional build quality and stability
- • EMG BoneBreaker pickups deliver Kirk Hammett's signature aggressive, high-gain tone
- • Extra thin 'U' neck profile offers incredibly fast and comfortable playability
- • Floyd Rose tremolo provides wide-ranging dive bombs and tuning stability
CONS
- • The alder body, while resonant, can feel somewhat plain aesthetically compared to other woods
- • The extremely thin neck profile may not suit players preferring a thicker feel
- • Premium-priced, representing a significant investment for most guitarists
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Key Features
Body Material
Alder
Neck Material
Maple
Fingerboard
Ebony (Diospyros Crassiflora)
Pickups
EMG BoneBreaker humbuckers
Scale Length
629 mm (24.75in)
Frets
24 X-Jumbo
Bridge
Floyd Rose Original
Weight
Approximately 4.2 kg (9.3 lbs)
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Frequently Asked Questions
The 'Extra Thin U' is noticeably thinner and flatter than many ESP production necks, prioritizing speed and comfort over a traditional feel.
Being a custom shop build, the spider graphic placement and detail will vary slightly between each individual guitar, making each one unique.
Yes, the Floyd Rose requires some understanding of its mechanics for proper setup and adjustment; professional setup is often recommended.
