ESP LTD JH-600 CTM Jeff Hanneman Guitar Black
Description
ESP LTD JH-600 CTM Jeff Hanneman Guitar Black
The JH-600 CTM is built for players who demand aggressive attack, sustained power, and precision under stage pressure. Neck-thru construction locks in the sustain and resonance needed for metal's heaviest riffs, while the Extra Thin U-shaped neck profile cuts fatigue during long sets and lets your hand move freely across the fretboard at speed.
Playability & Feel
The 25.5" scale length paired with 24 XJ frets gives you room to explore full-register technique while keeping string tension tight and responsive for aggressive attack. A 350mm (13.78") fingerboard radius with ebony fingerboard and red star inlays feels smooth under your fingers for fast runs and controlled bends without sacrificing grip. The 42mm nut width and Grover tuners hold pitch solid through hard playing and tremolo dives, keeping you locked in during extended gigs.
Tone & Electronics
The EMG 85 neck pickup punches through with warm definition and snap, perfect for lead work, while the EMG 81 bridge pickup stacks high output and articulation—essential for cutting through a dense mix on stage. The Kahler Hybrid bridge locks intonation across the board and delivers expressive vibrato without the tuning drift that kills momentum mid-song. Three-piece maple neck and alder body deliver brightness and long decay, staying clear and defined whether you're hitting clean tones or pushing maximum distortion.
Key Features
- Neck-thru-body construction at 25.5" scale length
- Alder body with three-piece maple neck
- Ebony fingerboard with red star inlays
- Extra Thin U-shaped neck profile
- 350mm (13.78") fingerboard radius
- 42mm nut width with Grover tuners
- 24 XJ frets
- EMG 85 (neck) and EMG 81 (bridge) active pickup set
- Kahler Hybrid tremolo bridge
- Black finish with black hardware
The ESP LTD JH-600 CTM combines tour-grade construction with the feel, electronics, and hardware that professional metal players depend on night after night.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
| Country of Manufacture | South Korea |
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At a Glance
The ESP LTD JH-600 CTM is a neck-thru metal machine built for speed, aggression, and studio-grade sustain—modeled after Jeff Hanneman's legendary tone. The Extra Thin U-shaped neck, 24 frets, and 350mm radius fingerboard make rapid transitions and complex riffing feel effortless, while EMG 85/81 pickups deliver warm definition and high-output bite essential for tight thrash and heavy riffing on stage. Choose this if you're gigging or recording metal and need a road-ready instrument that holds intonation through aggressive tremolo work and delivers uncompromising high-gain articulation.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Thrash Metal
- ✓ Hard Rock
- ✓ Studio Sessions
Not the best pick for
- – Jazz
- – Folk
- – Worship
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What neck profile and fret count make this guitar work for metal players?
The Extra Thin U-shaped neck profile paired with 24 XJ frets on a 350mm fingerboard radius enables rapid position shifts and smooth bending without sacrificing control during fast riffing and soloing. The 25.5" scale length maintains ideal string tension for aggressive downtuned riffs.
How do the EMG pickups perform in high-gain and studio contexts?
The EMG 85 neck pickup delivers rich, warm tones with excellent note definition for sustain and expression, while the EMG 81 bridge pickup provides high output and articulate attack that cuts through heavy distortion. Both pickups are active and designed for clarity across metal and hard rock applications.
Is the Kahler Hybrid bridge stable for extended tremolo use?
Yes, the Kahler Hybrid maintains precise intonation across all strings while enabling expressive vibrato without tuning instability, even during extended playing sessions with aggressive effects.
What is the nut width and what tuning stability features does this guitar have?
The 42mm nut width paired with Grover tuners ensures stable tuning during extended playing and tremolo work. Neck-thru-body construction adds resonance and sustain to the overall platform.
What skill level is this guitar designed for?
The JH-600 CTM is built for intermediate, advanced, and professional players who demand speed, precision, and power in high-gain applications, particularly in metal, thrash metal, and hard rock genres.
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