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ESP LTD AS-1 FR Guitar Black Aqua Sunburst B-Stock with Case vs ESP LTD GH-600 Gary Holt Guitar Black B-Stock
The AS-1 FR prioritizes versatility and vintage warmth with its Seymour Duncan pickups and coil-split tone control, suiting players who want rock, metal, and even jazz capability. The GH-600 is a pure metal machine—built around EMG high-output pickups and a tighter fingerboard radius—for players committed to hard rock, thrash, and drop tunings.
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ESP LTD AS-1 FR Guitar Black Aqua Sunburst B-Stock with Case
ESP LTD GH-600 Gary Holt Guitar Black B-Stock
Specs side by side
| ESP LTD AS-1 FR Guitar Black Aqua Sunburst B-Stock with Case | ESP LTD GH-600 Gary Holt Guitar Black B-Stock | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $1,359.20 | $1,359.20 |
| Brand | ESP LTD | ESP LTD |
| Series | — | LTD EC |
| Body | Single Cutaway | — |
| Body Type | Solid | Solid |
| Scale | 24.75" Scale | 24.75" Scale |
| Strings | 6 | 6 |
| Frets | 22 Frets | 22 Frets |
| Fretboard | Pau Ferro | Ebony |
| Neck | Maple | Mahogany |
| Pickup Configuration | HH | — |
| Bridge | Tremolo | Tremolo |
| Year | Unknown | 2024 |
| Condition | Refurbished | Refurbished |
Why choose ESP LTD AS-1 FR Guitar Black Aqua Sunburst B-Stock with Case
- ✓ Seymour Duncan '59 and JB pickups deliver warm vintage character plus modern aggression
- ✓ Coil-split tone control unlocks wider tonal range across genres
- ✓ More forgiving 305mm fingerboard radius suits varied playing styles
- ✓ Flamed maple top adds visual appeal
Why choose ESP LTD GH-600 Gary Holt Guitar Black B-Stock
- ✓ EMG 89R and EMG 81 pickups engineered specifically for high-output metal and extreme pitch manipulation
- ✓ Tighter 350mm fingerboard radius optimized for fast, aggressive lead work
- ✓ Ebony fingerboard offers durability for heavy playing
- ✓ B-stock listed as mint, unplayed condition with only cosmetic differences
Frequently asked questions
Which guitar is better for jazz and non-metal genres?
The AS-1 FR is explicitly designed to handle rock, metal, and jazz applications thanks to its balanced Seymour Duncan pickups and coil-split tone control. The GH-600 is optimized for metal and hard rock only.
What's the difference in fingerboard radius and what does it mean for playing?
The AS-1 FR has a 305mm radius (more curved), which is more comfortable for open chords and varied playing styles. The GH-600 has a 350mm radius (flatter), which favors fast lead work and aggressive bending typical of thrash and metal.
Are these B-stock guitars playable or cosmetically damaged?
Both are B-stock with minor cosmetic blemishes. The GH-600 description explicitly notes it arrives in mint, unplayed condition with zero impact on playability. Both have zero impact on tone or performance.
Which guitar handles drop tunings better?
The GH-600 is specifically built for drop tunings and extreme pitch manipulation, with EMG pickups and Floyd Rose tremolo designed for that stability. The AS-1 FR can handle it but isn't optimized for it.