ESP LTD SD-2 Sammy Duet Black
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LTD SD-2 Sammy Duet Black
Product Info
Article Number:
538118
Brand:
ESP
Model:
LTD SD-2 Sammy Duet Black
Category:
Heavy Guitars
Price:
$1,427.80
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Sammy Duet is a serious metal machine built for shredders. The mahogany body and Blackout pickups deliver crushing tones, while the thin neck profile makes it surprisingly comfortable. It's a premium-priced instrument, but a great choice for players seeking a focused, high-performance metal guitar.
Product Description
- ESP LTD SD-2 Sammy Duet Black
- Electric Guitar
- Sammy Duet (Goatwhore) signature model
- Mahogany body
- 3-Piece mahogany neck
- Macassar ebony fretboard
- Neck profile: Extra Thin U
- Scale length: 628 mm (24
- 75")
- Fretboard radius: 350 mm
- nut width: 42 mm (1.65")
- 24 XJ Stainless steel frets
- Pickup: Seymour Duncan Blackout Metal Humbucker
- Volume control
- Floyd Rose 1000 SE tremolo
- LTD machine heads
- Black hardware
- Factory stringing: Daddario XL 120 (.009 / .011 / .016 / .024 / .032 / .042)
- Colour: Black
- Incl. SD-2 shaped case
PROS
- • Mahogany body delivers thick, warm sustain and aggressive low-end.
- • Seymour Duncan Blackout humbucker provides searing high-gain metal tones.
- • Extra-thin 'U' neck profile enhances speed and comfort for fast playing.
- • Macassar ebony fretboard offers a smooth, responsive playing surface.
CONS
- • The substantial mahogany construction makes it noticeably heavier than some guitars.
- • Blackout pickups are specialized, limiting versatility outside of high-gain genres.
- • Floyd Rose tremolo requires careful setup and may not suit all players.
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Mahogany
Neck Material
3-Piece Mahogany
Fingerboard
Macassar Ebony
Pickups
Seymour Duncan Blackout Metal Humbucker
Scale Length
628 mm (24.75")
Frets
24 XJ Stainless Steel
Bridge
Floyd Rose 1000 SE Tremolo
Weight
Approximately 9.5 lbs (4.3 kg)
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Blackout is known for its high output and tight, aggressive tone, often favored for its clarity and articulation even at extreme gain levels, unlike some muddy alternatives.
While capable, the Floyd Rose requires more attention and understanding than a fixed bridge; professional setup is recommended initially, and regular maintenance is key to stable tuning.
The shorter scale length provides a slightly looser feel and a warmer, rounder tone compared to a standard 25.5” scale, making bends easier but potentially sacrificing some high-end clarity.
