ESP LTD EX-Black Metal Black Satin

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ESP LTD EX-Black Metal Black Satin

ESP

LTD EX-Black Metal Black Satin

4.6 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 514769
Brand: ESP
Model: LTD EX-Black Metal Black Satin
Category: Heavy Guitars
Price: $1,241.90

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This EX-Black Metal is a focused machine built for aggressive playing. The mahogany body and EMG 81 humbucker deliver serious metal crunch, while the ebony board makes shredding a breeze. Perfect for players who want a no-nonsense, high-performance instrument for modern metal and beyond.

Product Description

  • ESP LTD EX-Black Metal Black Satin
  • Electric Guitar
  • Body: Mahogany
  • Set in neck: Maple
  • Fretboard: Ebony
  • Neck profile: Thin U
  • Fretboard radius: 350 mm
  • 22 Stainless steel X-Jumbo frets
  • Nut width: 42 mm
  • Scale length: 629 mm
  • Pickup: EMG 81 Humbucker
  • Volume control
  • Bridge: Tonepros Locking TOM and Tailpiece
  • Black hardware
  • LTD locking machine heads
  • Strings: Daddario XL110 .010 - .046
  • Colour: Black Satin
PROS
  • • Mahogany body delivers thick, warm, and aggressive low-end response
  • • EMG 81 provides high-output, aggressive, and articulate metal tones
  • • Ebony fretboard offers a slick, fast playing surface with excellent note definition
  • • Tonepros locking bridge enhances tuning stability and sustain considerably
CONS
  • • Mahogany body contributes to a heavier overall instrument feel
  • • Thin 'U' neck profile may not suit players preferring a thicker grip
  • • Limited tonal versatility; excels in high-gain genres, less suited for clean sounds

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Key Features

Body Material Mahogany
Neck Material Maple
Fingerboard Ebony
Pickups EMG 81 Humbucker
Scale Length 629 mm
Frets Stainless Steel X-Jumbo
Bridge Tonepros Locking TOM and Tailpiece
Weight Approximately 8.8 lbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

The Thin U is slimmer than many LTD necks, offering a faster feel but might not be ideal for those preferring a thicker, more substantial grip.
The black satin finish looks fantastic, but satin finishes generally show fingerprints and minor scratches more readily than gloss finishes; a good polish will help maintain its appearance.
The Tonepros locking bridge offers noticeably improved tuning stability and sustain compared to the standard LTD hardware, a worthwhile upgrade for serious players.

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