ESP LTD TH-400 Electric Guitar Scarlet Mettalic
Description
ESP LTD TH-400 Electric Guitar – Scarlet Metallic
The TH-400 delivers a comfortable, fast playing experience with its thin U-contoured neck and 24 extra-jumbo frets, making extended range work feel natural and effortless. The bolt-on construction and 25.5" scale provide solid sustain and clear note articulation across the mahogany body. This is a professional-grade instrument built to handle aggressive playing styles without compromise.
Playability & Feel
The three-piece roasted maple neck resists humidity changes while delivering a smooth, responsive feel under the fingers. A 42mm molded nut and 350mm fingerboard radius on the rosewood fingerboard create a modern playing platform suited to contemporary techniques and fast lead work across all 24 extra-jumbo frets.
Tone & Live Performance
The active EMG 81 bridge pickup and EMG 85 neck pickup deliver articulate, high-output tones with controlled feedback and tight low-end response—exactly what you need on stage for clarity and punch. The LTD fixed hardtail bridge with string-through-body construction maximizes tonal transfer and sustain, while the straightforward Volume/Tone/3-way switch layout keeps signal path simple and direct for reliable performance.
Key Features
- Bolt-on construction for reliable sustain and classic joinery
- 25.5" scale length standard for modern electric guitars
- Mahogany body with scarlet metallic finish
- Three-piece roasted maple neck for stability and tonal clarity
- Rosewood fingerboard with 24 extra-jumbo frets
- 350mm fingerboard radius for comfortable bending and fretting
- Thin U neck contour optimized for speed and comfort
- 42mm molded nut width
- LTD locking tuners for reliable tuning stability
- LTD fixed hardtail bridge with string-through-body design
- EMG 81 (bridge) and EMG 85 (neck) active pickups with controlled output and clarity
- Black hardware throughout
The ESP LTD TH-400 combines professional-grade components, solid construction, and modern electronics in a versatile platform built to gig night after night with the reliability and tonal authority serious players demand.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
| Country of Manufacture | Indonesia |
Reviews
At a Glance
The ESP LTD TH-400 is a professional-grade metal and hard-rock machine built for speed, sustain, and aggressive tone without compromise. Its thin U-contoured neck with 24 extra-jumbo frets, roasted maple construction, and EMG active pickups deliver articulate high-output punch with controlled feedback and a tight low end that cuts through live mixes. Road-tested bolt-on construction and a fixed hardtail bridge make this a dependable workhorse for gigging musicians and players tackling drop tunings and extended-range techniques.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Hard Rock
- ✓ Progressive
- ✓ Drop Tunings
Not the best pick for
- – Jazz
- – Folk
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What pickup configuration does the TH-400 have?
The TH-400 features EMG 81 (bridge) and EMG 85 (neck) active pickups, delivering high-output articulate tones with controlled feedback and tight low-end response ideal for metal and hard rock.
Is this guitar suited for drop tunings?
Yes. The 25.5" scale length, bolt-on construction, fixed hardtail bridge with string-through-body design, and EMG active pickups are all optimized for aggressive playing styles and lower tunings without sacrificing sustain or clarity.
What makes the neck comfortable for fast playing?
The thin U-contoured neck profile, three-piece rooted maple construction for stability, 24 extra-jumbo frets, and 350mm fingerboard radius create a modern platform suited to contemporary lead techniques and speed work.
How does the roasted maple neck benefit stability?
Roasted maple resists humidity changes, ensuring the neck remains stable and playable across varying environments and tour schedules without requiring constant truss-rod adjustments.
What is the nut width and scale length?
The TH-400 features a 42mm molded nut width and a standard 25.5" scale length, providing modern spacing for contemporary playing and solid sustain and articulation.
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