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ESP LTD Alex Skolnick AS-1 FM Lemon Burst Signature Electric Guitar B-Stock vs ESP LTD KH-602 Kirk Hammett Guitar Left Handed
The AS-1 FM is a refined, genre-versatile signature model designed for jazz fusion and progressive metal with articulate tone and set-neck resonance, while the KH-602 is a hard-hitting, left-handed metal workhorse with high-output active pickups and neck-thru aggression. Choose the AS-1 FM if you play multiple styles and value ergonomic comfort; choose the KH-602 if you're a left-handed player committed to metal and heavy drop tunings.
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ESP LTD Alex Skolnick AS-1 FM Lemon Burst Signature Electric Guitar B-Stock
ESP LTD KH-602 Kirk Hammett Guitar Left Handed
Specs side by side
| ESP LTD Alex Skolnick AS-1 FM Lemon Burst Signature Electric Guitar B-Stock | ESP LTD KH-602 Kirk Hammett Guitar Left Handed | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $1,279.20 | $1,399.00 |
| Brand | ESP LTD | ESP LTD |
| Condition | Refurbished | New |
Why choose ESP LTD Alex Skolnick AS-1 FM Lemon Burst Signature Electric Guitar B-Stock
- ✓ Versatile tone across jazz, fusion, and metal genres
- ✓ Set-neck construction with 3-piece mahogany for sustained resonance
- ✓ Seymour Duncan passive pickups offer clarity and articulation
- ✓ Right-handed configuration with refined body ergonomics
Why choose ESP LTD KH-602 Kirk Hammett Guitar Left Handed
- ✓ Left-handed configuration—rare and ready to play
- ✓ Neck-thru construction maximizes upper-fret access and sustain
- ✓ High-output EMG active pickups ideal for heavy riffing and aggression
- ✓ Floyd Rose bridge enables precise tuning and extended tremolo effects
Frequently asked questions
Which is better for metal?
The KH-602 is purpose-built for metal with high-output EMG pickups, tight low end, and Floyd Rose tremolo. The AS-1 FM handles metal well through higher gain but excels equally in jazz fusion and cleaner contexts.
What's the main construction difference?
The AS-1 FM uses set-neck mahogany construction, which emphasizes resonance and warmth. The KH-602 uses neck-thru-body maple construction, which maximizes sustain and upper-fret access for lead work.
Can a left-handed player use the AS-1 FM?
No, the AS-1 FM is right-handed only. The KH-602 is explicitly left-handed, making it the only choice if you play left-handed.
Which has more output and aggression?
The KH-602's dual EMG active pickups deliver higher output, tighter lows, and more aggression ideal for heavy rhythm and lead playing. The AS-1 FM's Seymour Duncan passive pickups prioritize clarity and articulation across dynamics.