ESP LTD MT-130 Blue
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LTD MT-130 Blue
Product Info
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The MT-130 Blue is a solid entry-level ST-style guitar – it's surprisingly playable and delivers a good punch for the price. This is a great option for beginners or players looking for a versatile, budget-friendly instrument to cover classic rock and blues tones. Don't expect boutique quality, but it's a fantastic value for the money.
Product Description
- ESP LTD MT-130 Blue
- Electric Guitar
- Body: Basswood
- Top: Basswood
- Bolt-on neck: Maple
- Fingerboard: Engineered Hardwood
- Neck profile: Thin U
- Fingerboard radius: 350 mm
- Scale: 648 mm (25.5")
- Nut width: 42 mm (1.65")
- 24 XJ frets
- Pickups: 1 ESP LH-100N humbucker (neck)
- 1 ESP Designed LS-100M humbucker (middle) and 1 ESP LH-100B humbucker (bridge)
- Volume and tone controls
- 5-Way switch
- Tremolo
- Chrome hardware
- LTD machine heads
- Colour: Blue
PROS
- • Basswood body provides a surprisingly resonant and balanced tonal foundation.
- • Thin 'U' neck profile offers comfortable playability for a wide range of players.
- • LH-100 pickups deliver a decent crunch and warmth suitable for rock and blues.
- • LTD machine heads provide stable tuning, a welcome feature at this price point.
CONS
- • Engineered hardwood fingerboard lacks the feel and resonance of rosewood or ebony.
- • Basswood construction, while good for tone, can feel a bit lightweight and less substantial.
- • Tremolo system is a basic design and may require frequent adjustments.
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Basswood
Neck Material
Maple
Fingerboard
Engineered Hardwood
Pickups
ESP LH-100N, LS-100M, LH-100B Humbuckers
Scale Length
648 mm (25.5")
Frets
24 XJ
Bridge
Tremolo System
Weight
Approximately 3.8 kg (8.4 lbs)
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Thin U profile is fairly standard for LTD, a bit thinner than some of their more vintage-inspired necks, but still comfortable and familiar.
Yes, the pickups are standard humbucker size and easily swapped out. It's a common upgrade path for players wanting more aggressive tones.
It's a basic tremolo, so it’s not as stable as higher-end systems. Expect to do some tuning adjustments after using it extensively, but it’s functional for subtle effects.
