ESP LTD Vulture BLKS
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LTD Vulture BLKS
Product Info
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This Vulture BLKS is a serious contender for any metal or hard rock player. James Hetfield’s signature model delivers the aggression and sustain you crave, with a comfortable neck and reliable hardware. It's a premium-priced instrument built to withstand heavy use and deliver a focused, powerful tone.
Product Description
- ESP LTD Vulture BLKS
- Electric Guitar
- James Hetfield Signature Model
- Body: Mahogany
- 3-Piece neck: Mahogany
- Neck profile: Thin U
- Fretboard: Ebony
- Fretboard radius: 350 mm
- Nut width: 42 mm
- Scale: 628 mm
- 22XJ frets
- Pickups: EMG JH active humbucker set
- 2 x Volume
- 1 x tone control
- 1 x Toggle-switch
- Tonepros locking TOM bridge & tailpiece
- LTD Locking machine heads
- Matte black hardware
- Colour: Black Satin
- Includes case
PROS
- • Mahogany body delivers a thick, resonant low-end and sustain.
- • EMG JH pickups provide aggressive, high-output performance ideal for metal.
- • Ebony fretboard offers a slick, fast playing experience and tight response.
- • TonePros locking bridge enhances tuning stability and provides a confident feel.
CONS
- • The thin 'U' neck profile might not suit players preferring a thicker feel.
- • Active pickups demand a power supply, adding complexity to the signal chain.
- • Mahogany construction contributes to a relatively heavy instrument.
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Key Features
Body Material
Mahogany
Neck Material
Mahogany
Fingerboard
Ebony
Pickups
EMG JH Active Humbuckers
Scale Length
628 mm
Frets
22 XJ
Bridge
TonePros Locking TOM Bridge & Tailpiece
Weight
Approximately 9.5 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
The JH set leans towards a tighter, more articulate high-end than many other high-gain pickups, offering clarity even at high gain.
Yes, matte finishes generally reveal fingerprints and minor scratches more readily than gloss finishes; regular wiping is recommended.
The thin 'U' profile is designed for fast playing, but players accustomed to thicker necks may find it feels a bit slim; it's a comfortable, shred-friendly shape.
