ESP Vulture BKS Hetfield
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Vulture BKS Hetfield
Product Info
Article Number:
409848
Brand:
ESP
Model:
Vulture BKS Hetfield
Category:
Heavy Guitars
Price:
$6,213.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Vulture BKS is a serious instrument built for metal and hard rock. The mahogany construction and EMG JH pickups deliver that aggressive Hetfield tone, and the Japanese build quality is top-notch. It's a premium-priced axe, but if you're after a focused, high-performance machine for heavy riffing, it’s an excellent choice.
Product Description
- ESP Vulture BKS Hetfield
- Electric Guitar
- James Hetfield Signature Model
- Mahogany body
- Mahogany neck
- Set-in neck attachment
- Thin U neck profile
- Ebony fretboard
- Neck radius: 305 mm
- Nut width: 42 mm
- Scale: 628 mm
- 22 XJ Frets
- Active EMG JH humbucker pickups
- 1 Volume control
- 1 Tone control
- 1 Toggle switch
- Black hardware
- Gotoh locking machine heads
- TonePros locking Tune-O-Matic bridge and tailpiece
- Finish: Black Satin
- Includes an original ESP case
- Made in Japan
PROS
- • Mahogany body delivers a thick, resonant, and aggressive tone.
- • EMG JH pickups provide high-output, articulate crunch and clarity.
- • Gotoh locking tuners ensure rock-solid tuning stability under heavy use.
- • Japanese craftsmanship guarantees exceptional build quality and long-term reliability.
CONS
- • The extended scale length (628mm) might feel unwieldy for players with smaller hands.
- • The black satin finish is prone to fingerprints and requires careful maintenance.
- • Limited tonal versatility; excels in aggressive styles, less suited for clean tones.
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Mahogany
Neck Material
Mahogany
Fingerboard
Ebony
Pickups
Active EMG JH Humbuckers
Scale Length
628 mm
Frets
22 XJ Frets
Bridge
TonePros Locking Tune-O-Matic
Weight
Approximately 9.5 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Thin U profile is comfortable and relatively slim, but offers a bit more substance than some of ESP's ultra-thin necks, providing good grip and sustain.
Yes, EMG pickups are generally quite reliable, and repairs or replacements are readily available through authorized EMG dealers.
The longer scale can require a slight adjustment in technique, but experienced players will adapt quickly and appreciate the increased string tension and clarity.
