ESP LTD EC-1000 Black
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ESP
LTD EC-1000 Black
Product Info
Article Number:
153904
Brand:
ESP
Model:
LTD EC-1000 Black
Category:
Single Cut Guitars
Price:
$1,373.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The EC-1000 Black is a seriously well-built instrument offering a fantastic blend of vintage warmth and modern aggression. It’s a great choice for players seeking a high-quality, rock-ready guitar with a comfortable neck and powerful EMG pickups—ideal for hard rock, metal, and even heavier styles.
Product Description
- ESP LTD EC-1000 Black
- Electric Guitar
- Body: Mahogany
- Neck: Set-in 3-ply mahogany
- Fingerboard: Macassar ebony
- Fingerboard inlays: Abalone Flags
- Neck profile: Thin U
- Nut width: 42 mm
- Fingerboard radius: 350 mm
- Scale: 628 mm
- 24 XJ Stainless steel frets
- Pickups: EMG 60 (neck) and EMG 81 (bridge) humbuckers
- Controls: 2 Volume and 1 tone
- 3-Way toggle switch
- Tonepros Locking Tune-O-Matic bridge and tailpiece
- Factory strings: D'Addario XL110 (.010 / .013 / .017 / .026 / .036 / .046)
- Colour: Black
PROS
- • Mahogany body delivers warm, resonant sustain and excellent tonal foundation
- • Thin 'U' neck profile is exceptionally comfortable for fast playing and intricate work
- • EMG 60/81 combo provides high-output versatility, from thick rhythm to searing leads
- • TonePros locking bridge enhances tuning stability and offers improved sustain
CONS
- • The substantial mahogany construction results in a fairly heavy instrument, demanding physical stamina
- • The limited control set restricts tonal sculpting compared to more complex guitars
- • Macassar ebony fingerboard can be prone to slight cracking with extreme humidity changes
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Mahogany
Neck Material
3-ply Mahogany
Fingerboard
Macassar Ebony
Pickups
EMG 60 (Neck) / EMG 81 (Bridge) Humbuckers
Scale Length
628 mm (24.72 in)
Frets
24 XJ Stainless Steel
Bridge
TonePros Locking Tune-O-Matic
Weight
Approximately 8.8 lbs (4 kg)
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Frequently Asked Questions
The thin 'U' profile is generally thinner than the thicker 'Wizard' necks found on some LTD models, offering a more vintage-inspired feel.
Yes, the EMGs are standard size and easily replaceable if you desire different tones or pickup brands.
The gloss black finish is quite reflective and shows fingerprints easily; a polish and careful handling are recommended to prevent scratches.
