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ESP LTD Alexi Laiho Hexed Lefty Guitar Purple Faded Pinstripes vs ESP LTD BK-600 Bill Kelliher Guitar Vintage Silver Sunburst
The Alexi Laiho Hexed is a left-handed, neck-thru extreme-metal machine with a longer 25.5" scale, scalloped frets, and Floyd Rose tremolo for dive bombs and whammy-bar abuse. The BK-600 is a versatile set-thru workhorse with a shorter 24.75" scale, coil-split humbuckers, and a traditional bridge, suited to progressive metal and hard rock with less emphasis on extreme techniques.
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ESP LTD Alexi Laiho Hexed Lefty Guitar Purple Faded Pinstripes
ESP LTD BK-600 Bill Kelliher Guitar Vintage Silver Sunburst
Specs side by side
| ESP LTD Alexi Laiho Hexed Lefty Guitar Purple Faded Pinstripes | ESP LTD BK-600 Bill Kelliher Guitar Vintage Silver Sunburst | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $1,799.00 | $1,799.00 |
| Brand | ESP LTD | ESP LTD |
| Series | LTD Black Metal | — |
| Body | Other | Single Cutaway |
| Body Type | Solid | Solid |
| Scale | 25.5" Scale | 24.75" Scale |
| Strings | 6 | 6 |
| Frets | 24 Frets | 22 Frets |
| Fretboard | Ebony | Ebony |
| Neck | Maple | Mahogany |
| Neck Construction | Neck-Thru-Body | Neck-Thru-Body |
| Pickup Configuration | Active HH | HH |
| Bridge | Floyd Rose Licensed | Tune-O-Matic / Stopbar |
| Year | 2023 | 2023 |
| Condition | New | New |
Why choose ESP LTD Alexi Laiho Hexed Lefty Guitar Purple Faded Pinstripes
- ✓ Left-handed configuration — rare and purpose-built
- ✓ Scalloped upper frets (19–24) enable tapping and extreme articulation
- ✓ Floyd Rose 1000 double-locking tremolo for stable whammy-bar tricks
- ✓ Longer 25.5" scale accommodates aggressive bending and speed
Why choose ESP LTD BK-600 Bill Kelliher Guitar Vintage Silver Sunburst
- ✓ Coil-split humbuckers unlock single-coil tones for tonal versatility
- ✓ Shorter 24.75" scale makes bending and vibrato more effortless
- ✓ Set-thru construction balances sustain with warm mahogany resonance
- ✓ More accessible to intermediate players while scaling to professional use
Frequently asked questions
Which is better for thrash and extreme metal?
The Alexi Laiho Hexed is purpose-built for that genre, with scalloped frets, Floyd Rose tremolo, and a longer scale designed for high-speed techniques. The BK-600 is more suited to progressive and hard rock with heavier, lower-tuned riffs.
Can I play both guitars with coil splits or tapping?
The BK-600 has coil-split controls for tonal variety; the Hexed does not. The Hexed's scalloped upper frets are optimized for tapping, while the BK-600's 22 frets support lead work but lack the scalloped design for that specific technique.
Which scale length is easier for bending?
The BK-600's 24.75" scale requires less finger stretch and string tension, making bending and vibrato more effortless. The Hexed's 25.5" scale demands more strength but offers balanced tension and wider pitch range for aggressive styles.
Is the BK-600 suitable for beginners?
The BK-600 is rated intermediate and up, making it more accessible than the Hexed, which is advanced/professional. The BK-600's shorter scale and responsive neck contour are more forgiving for newer players working toward advanced techniques.