ESP LTD Iron Cross LH SW
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ESP
LTD Iron Cross LH SW
Product Info
Article Number:
459165
Brand:
ESP
Model:
LTD Iron Cross LH SW
Category:
Lefthanded Guitars
Price:
$1,736.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Iron Cross is a serious left-handed metal machine, straight from James Hetfield's playbook. The mahogany body and EMG pickups deliver that signature aggressive crunch, and the comfortable neck makes it a joy to play fast. It's a premium-priced instrument aimed squarely at the hard rock and metal crowd who need a dependable, powerful axe.
Product Description
- ESP LTD Iron Cross LH SW
- Electric Guitar
- Lefthand model
- James Hetfield Signature
- Body: Mahogany
- Top: Maple
- Glued neck: Mahogany
- Fretboard: Makassar ebony
- Neck profile: Thin U
- 22 Extra jumbo frets
- Nut width: 42 mm (1.65")
- Scale: 629 mm (24.75")
- Black pickguard
- Pickup: Active EMG JH humbucker set
- 2 Volume controls and 1 tone control
- 3-Way toggle switch
- Tonepros Locking TOM bridge and tailpiece
- LTD Locking machine heads
- Black hardware
- Original stringing: D'Addario XL110 (.010-.046)
- Colour: Snow White with Black Stripes
- Includes case
PROS
- • Mahogany body provides a warm, resonant foundation for the sound.
- • EMG JH pickups deliver aggressive, high-output active tone perfect for metal.
- • Thin 'U' neck profile offers comfortable playability for a wide range of players.
- • Tonepros locking bridge enhances tuning stability and sustain significantly.
CONS
- • Mahogany body can make the guitar feel somewhat heavy, especially for extended playing.
- • Active pickups limit tonal versatility compared to passive alternatives.
- • The Snow White finish, while striking, may be prone to showing fingerprints.
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Mahogany with Maple Top
Neck Material
Mahogany
Fingerboard
Makassar Ebony
Pickups
Active EMG JH Humbuckers
Scale Length
629 mm (24.75 in)
Frets
22 Extra Jumbo
Bridge
Tonepros Locking TOM Bridge and Tailpiece
Weight
Approximately 8.8 lbs (estimated – Mahogany bodies are dense)
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Thin U profile is a fairly standard LTD neck shape, a bit slimmer than some of their thicker vintage-inspired profiles, but not as extreme as a Wizard neck.
Yes, they are; the locking tuners and bridge are designed for easy string changes, although a specialized stringing tool can be helpful for the bridge.
Yes, it requires a 9V battery; you'll generally get around 12-18 hours of playtime depending on volume and pickup settings.
