ESP LTD M-201HT Black Satin
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LTD M-201HT Black Satin
Product Info
Article Number:
535785
Brand:
ESP
Model:
LTD M-201HT Black Satin
Category:
ST Style Guitars
Price:
$548.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This M-201HT is a seriously good deal for a mahogany guitar. The roasted jatoba fingerboard really elevates the feel, and the pickups have a surprising amount of bite. It's a great option for gigging musicians who want a solid, reliable instrument without the premium price tag.
Product Description
- ESP LTD M-201HT Black Satin
- M Electric guitar
- M series
- Body: Mahogany
- Neck: 3-piece maple
- Fingerboard: Roasted jatoba
- Neck attachment: bolt-on
- Neck shape: thin U
- 24 XJ frets
- Nut: molded
- Nut width: 43 mm (1.69")
- Scale: 648 mm (25.51")
- Fretboard radius: 350 mm (13.78")
- Bridge pickup: ESP designed LH-150B
- Controls: Master Volume (push/pull for coil split)
- Bridge: LTD Fixed with string through body
- Hardware Finish: Black
- Machine heads: LTD
- Colour: Satin Black
- Original stringing: Daddario EXL110 .010 - .046
PROS
- • Mahogany body delivers warm, resonant tones with excellent sustain
- • Roasted jatoba fingerboard offers stability and a smooth playing feel
- • Thin 'U' neck profile is comfortable for a wide range of playing styles
- • LH-150B pickups provide a surprisingly versatile range of tones, from clean to driven
CONS
- • Fixed bridge limits tremolo/vibrato options for expressive playing
- • Hardware, while functional, feels a bit budget-oriented compared to higher-end LTDs
- • Black satin finish can be prone to fingerprints and requires careful cleaning
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Mahogany
Neck Material
3-piece Maple
Fingerboard
Roasted Jatoba
Pickups
ESP Designed LH-150B (Bridge)
Scale Length
648 mm (25.51 in)
Frets
24 XJ
Bridge
LTD Fixed with String Through Body
Weight
Approximately 8.5 lbs (3.85 kg)
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Frequently Asked Questions
It's not a direct match to a Duncan, but the LH-150B holds its own, offering a hotter, more modern tone with a slightly tighter low-end.
While subjective, the thin U profile is generally comfortable, but those with very large hands might prefer a thicker 'C' shape.
Roasted jatoba is more stable than traditional fingerboards, but avoid extreme temperature changes and humidity fluctuations to maintain its integrity.
