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ESP LTD EC-1000T CTM Guitar in See Thru Black Cherry B-Stock 1447 vs ESP LTD KH-602 Kirk Hammett Electric Guitar Black B-Stock
The EC-1000T CTM is a versatile, warm-toned workhorse with voice-switching flexibility and Set-Thru construction, while the KH-602 is a pure metal machine built for speed and high-gain aggression with a Floyd Rose tremolo. Choose the EC-1000T for balanced tone across multiple genres; choose the KH-602 if metal shredding and whammy effects are your primary focus.
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ESP LTD EC-1000T CTM Guitar in See Thru Black Cherry B-Stock 1447
ESP LTD KH-602 Kirk Hammett Electric Guitar Black B-Stock
Specs side by side
| ESP LTD EC-1000T CTM Guitar in See Thru Black Cherry B-Stock 1447 | ESP LTD KH-602 Kirk Hammett Electric Guitar Black B-Stock | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $1,079.20 | $1,119.20 |
| Brand | ESP LTD | ESP LTD |
| Series | LTD EC | — |
| Body Type | Solid | Solid |
| Scale | 24.75" Scale | 25.5" Scale |
| Strings | 6 | 6 |
| Frets | 24 Frets | 24 Frets |
| Fretboard | Ebony | Ebony |
| Neck | Mahogany | Maple |
| Bridge | Fixed | Tremolo |
| Year | 2021 | 2025 |
| Condition | Refurbished | Refurbished |
Why choose ESP LTD EC-1000T CTM Guitar in See Thru Black Cherry B-Stock 1447
- ✓ Three distinct voicings via Fishman Fluence push-pull controls for tonal flexibility
- ✓ Passive electronics deliver pure, uncolored signal without active noise
- ✓ Set-Thru construction balances sustain with traditional body resonance
- ✓ Lighter weight (8 lb 11 oz) reduces fatigue during long sessions
Why choose ESP LTD KH-602 Kirk Hammett Electric Guitar Black B-Stock
- ✓ Neck-thru construction maximizes upper-fret sustain and access
- ✓ Extra-jumbo frets on extra-thin maple neck designed for fast technical playing
- ✓ Floyd Rose 1000 bridge enables dive bombs and expressive tremolo effects
- ✓ High-output EMG active pickups deliver crushing distortion clarity in high-gain contexts
Frequently asked questions
Which guitar is better for metal?
Both handle metal, but the KH-602 is engineered specifically for metal and thrash with its high-output EMGs, neck-thru sustain, extra-thin neck for speed, and Floyd Rose tremolo for aggressive effects. The EC-1000T is more versatile across hard rock and progressive metal but less specialized for pure thrash tone and technique.
What's the main playability difference?
The KH-602 features an extra-thin U-shaped maple neck and extra-jumbo frets optimized for fast technical playing and bending, while the EC-1000T uses a Thin U mahogany neck at a moderate weight for comfort during long sessions. The KH-602 prioritizes speed; the EC-1000T prioritizes balance.
How do the electronics differ?
The EC-1000T uses passive Fishman Fluence humbuckers with three voice modes for tonal variety and pure signal. The KH-602 uses active EMG Bone Breaker pickups designed for high-output, high-gain clarity without noise—a more aggressive, specialized voicing with no tone-switching flexibility.
Do either bridges offer tremolo?
Only the KH-602 includes a Floyd Rose 1000 bridge with tremolo for dive bombs and expressive whammy effects. The EC-1000T uses a fixed TonePros locking Tune-o-matic bridge, prioritizing tuning stability and simplicity over tremolo capability.