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ESP LTD H3-1000 Guitar See Thru Purple Sunburst B-Stock vs ESP LTD M-Black Metal Electric Guitar Black Satin B-Stock
The H3-1000 is a versatile shredder with dual pickups and coil-split options for tonal variety, while the M-Black is a single-pickup metal machine built for aggressive high-gain response and Floyd Rose dive-bombs. Choose the H3-1000 if you want flexibility across genres; pick the M-Black if you're committed to metal and want a stripped-down, locked-in platform.
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ESP LTD H3-1000 Guitar See Thru Purple Sunburst B-Stock
ESP LTD M-Black Metal Electric Guitar Black Satin B-Stock
Specs side by side
| ESP LTD H3-1000 Guitar See Thru Purple Sunburst B-Stock | ESP LTD M-Black Metal Electric Guitar Black Satin B-Stock | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $879.20 | $879.20 |
| Brand | ESP LTD | ESP LTD |
| Series | LTD H3 | LTD Black Metal |
| Body | — | SG Style |
| Body Type | Solid | Solid |
| Scale | 25.5" Scale | 25.5" Scale |
| Strings | 6 | 6 |
| Frets | 24 Frets | 24 Frets |
| Fretboard | Ebony | Ebony |
| Neck | Maple | Maple |
| Pickup Configuration | — | H |
| Bridge | Fixed | Tremolo |
| Year | 2021 | 2024 |
| Condition | Refurbished | Refurbished |
Why choose ESP LTD H3-1000 Guitar See Thru Purple Sunburst B-Stock
- ✓ Dual Seymour Duncan pickups (Sentient/Pegasus) with push-pull coil split for tonal versatility
- ✓ Tonepros locking TOM bridge with string-thru-body for sustain and intonation
- ✓ Flamed maple top with striking purple sunburst finish for visual appeal
- ✓ Set-thru construction balances access and resonance
Why choose ESP LTD M-Black Metal Electric Guitar Black Satin B-Stock
- ✓ Seymour Duncan Blackened Black Winter pickup engineered specifically for aggressive high-gain metal tones
- ✓ Floyd Rose 1000 bridge enables dive-bombs and expressive tuning stability
- ✓ Neck-thru construction delivers maximum sustain and locked-in response
- ✓ Extra-thin U neck with 43mm nut width optimized for speed and modern metal technique
Frequently asked questions
Which guitar is better for drop tunings and heavy music?
The M-Black is purpose-built for metal and drop tunings, with its aggressive Blackened Black Winter pickup and Floyd Rose 1000 bridge optimized for that application. The H3-1000 can handle heavy music too, but its dual-pickup design and TOM bridge target broader stylistic ground.
How do the pickup options differ?
The H3-1000 pairs a Sentient neck pickup with a Pegasus bridge, plus a coil-split option for tonal flexibility—great for varied playing styles. The M-Black features a single Blackened Black Winter bridge pickup voiced specifically for thick, articulate high-gain metal response.
Which neck construction is better?
Neck-thru (M-Black) typically offers maximum sustain and a seamless upper-fret feel; set-thru (H3-1000) provides a good balance of access and resonance while keeping a more traditional body-to-neck joint. Both are excellent for lead work.
Are these B-stock instruments fully playable?
Yes—both B-stock guitars have only minor cosmetic wear and are fully functional with no structural or tonal compromise. You save money on finish imperfections, not performance.