ESP LTD KH-V Black Sparkle
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LTD KH-V Black Sparkle
Product Info
Article Number:
562456
Brand:
ESP
Model:
LTD KH-V Black Sparkle
Category:
Heavy Guitars
Price:
$1,538.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This KH-V Black Sparkle is a serious instrument built for aggressive playing. The combination of the Korina body, thin neck, and EMG pickups delivers a tight, modern sound perfect for metal and hard rock. It's a fantastic option for players who want a signature Kirk Hammett experience without the absolute top-tier price tag.
Product Description
- ESP LTD KH-V Black Sparkle
- Electric Guitar
- Kirk Hammett (Metallica) Signature model
- Body: Korina
- 3-Piece neck-thru-body: Maple
- Fingerboard: Macassar Ebony
- Neck Profile: Extra Thin U
- Fingerboard radius: 350mm (13.78")
- Scale: 648 mm (25.5")
- Nut Width: 42mm (1.65")
- 24 Extra jumbo frets
- Pickups: 2 active EMG Bone Breaker humbuckers (neck & bridge)
- 1 x Volume and 1 x tone control
- 3-Way toggle switch
- Black pickguard
- Tonepro's locking TOM bridge
- LTD locking machine heads
- Black hardware
- Colour: Black Sparkle
- Includes ESP V-Alexi Guitar Form Fit case
PROS
- • Korina body delivers a resonant, focused, and surprisingly lightweight tone.
- • Extra-thin 'U' neck offers exceptional speed and comfort for shredding.
- • EMG Bone Breaker pickups provide aggressive, high-output active performance.
- • Macassar Ebony fingerboard is incredibly smooth and provides excellent sustain.
CONS
- • Active pickups require a power supply, potentially limiting versatility and adding complexity.
- • The Black Sparkle finish, while striking, can be a fingerprint magnet.
- • Korina, while lightweight, can be susceptible to dents and finish checking with rough handling.
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Korina
Neck Material
Maple (3-Piece)
Fingerboard
Macassar Ebony
Pickups
2 x EMG Bone Breaker (Humbucker)
Scale Length
648 mm (25.5")
Frets
24 Extra Jumbo
Bridge
Tonepro's Locking TOM
Weight
8.5 lbs (estimated)
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Frequently Asked Questions
The 'Extra Thin U' profile is noticeably thinner than many LTD necks, providing a faster feel—ideal for players who prefer a modern, shred-friendly feel.
Absolutely; they’re high-output active pickups with a scooped midrange, delivering a tight, percussive sound that cuts through a mix very well.
Korina is a softer wood than mahogany, so it's more susceptible to dings and finish checking if not handled carefully; a quality case is recommended.
