LGH200BLK vs LTH400CHM — Compare
ESP LTD GH-200 Electric Guitar in Black vs ESP LTD TH-400 Electric Guitar Charcoal Mettalic
The GH-200 prioritizes aggressive brightness and articulate midrange clarity with a shorter 24.75" scale and roasted jatoba fretboard, while the TH-400 emphasizes sustain and punchy tone with a longer 25.5" scale, mahogany body, and active EMG pickups. Choose the GH-200 for djent and drop-tuned metal requiring maximum note definition; choose the TH-400 for modern high-gain rock and metal where punch and sustain matter more.
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ESP LTD TH-400 Electric Guitar Charcoal Mettalic
Specs side by side
| ESP LTD GH-200 Electric Guitar in Black | ESP LTD TH-400 Electric Guitar Charcoal Mettalic | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $799.00 | $899.00 |
| Brand | ESP LTD | ESP LTD |
| Series | — | LTD TE |
| Body | — | Single Cutaway |
| Body Type | — | Solid |
| Scale | 24.75" Scale | 25.5" Scale |
| Strings | 6 | 6 |
| Frets | 22 Frets | 24 Frets |
| Fretboard | Rosewood | Rosewood |
| Neck | Maple | Maple |
| Neck Construction | Bolt-On | Bolt-On |
| Pickup Configuration | — | Active HH |
| Bridge | Floyd Rose Licensed | String-Through Body |
| Year | Unknown | 2025 |
| Condition | New | New |
Why choose ESP LTD GH-200 Electric Guitar in Black
- ✓ Roasted jatoba fingerboard with split rectangle inlay offers distinctive feel and aesthetics
- ✓ Shorter 24.75" scale length suits extended drop tunings and compressed riffing
- ✓ Passive ESP LH-301 pickups deliver natural high-output clarity without active noise
- ✓ Lighter basswood body enhances responsiveness during fast picking
Why choose ESP LTD TH-400 Electric Guitar Charcoal Mettalic
- ✓ Mahogany body provides warm resonance and natural sustain for lead work
- ✓ Active EMG 81/85 pickup pairing delivers high output with aggressive modern voicing
- ✓ Longer 25.5" standard scale offers familiar tuning stability across genres
- ✓ Three-piece roasted maple neck adds structural stability for extended touring use
Frequently asked questions
What is the main tone difference between these two guitars?
The GH-200 emphasizes bright, articulate midrange and tight low-end clarity ideal for fast riffing and note separation in djent. The TH-400 prioritizes punchy, high-output aggression with stronger sustain from its active EMG pickups, better suited to lead work and sustained high-gain passages.
How do scale lengths affect playability for metal?
The GH-200's 24.75" scale compresses string spacing, making drop-tuning riffing easier and tighter. The TH-400's standard 25.5" scale provides more familiar spacing and slightly better tuning stability when playing standard to moderate alternate tunings.
Should I choose passive or active pickups?
The GH-200's passive ESP LH-301 pickups offer natural dynamics and natural breakup under distortion with less noise floor management. The TH-400's active EMG 81/85 set delivers consistent high output, minimal noise, and modern aggressive voicing but requires battery maintenance.
Which body wood sounds better for metal?
The GH-200's basswood is bright and snappy, emphasizing midrange clarity for riffing definition. The TH-400's mahogany adds natural warmth and sustain, making it more forgiving for lead phrasing but less articulate for fast rhythm work.