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ESP LTD H3-1000 See Thru Purple Sunburst B-Stock 2616 vs ESP LTD M-Black Metal Electric Guitar Black Satin B-Stock
The H3-1000 is a versatile rock and alternative platform with warm tone and set-thru construction, while the M-Black is optimized purely for metal with aggressive pickup voicing and Floyd Rose tremolo. Choose the H3-1000 if you play multiple styles; choose the M-Black if metal and extended-range playing are your primary focus.
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ESP LTD H3-1000 See Thru Purple Sunburst B-Stock 2616
ESP LTD M-Black Metal Electric Guitar Black Satin B-Stock
Specs side by side
| ESP LTD H3-1000 See Thru Purple Sunburst B-Stock 2616 | ESP LTD M-Black Metal Electric Guitar Black Satin B-Stock | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $869.00 | $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 See Thru Purple Sunburst B-Stock 2616
- ✓ Set-thru neck balances sustain with body resonance and tonal warmth
- ✓ Seymour Duncan Sentient/Pegasus pairing delivers articulate yet warm character across rock and alternative
- ✓ TonePros locking TOM bridge with string-thru design excels for standard tuning stability
- ✓ More forgiving for players who blend aggressive and delicate touch techniques
Why choose ESP LTD M-Black Metal Electric Guitar Black Satin B-Stock
- ✓ Neck-thru construction locks in maximum sustain and precision for metal lead work
- ✓ Seymour Duncan Blackened Black Winter bridge pickup engineered specifically for high-gain aggression and natural compression
- ✓ Floyd Rose 1000 system enables dive-bombs and advanced tremolo techniques
- ✓ Extra-thin neck profile and 43mm locking nut optimized for speed and extended-range bending
Frequently asked questions
Which guitar is better for drop tunings and extended range?
The M-Black is purpose-built for metal tuning flexibility with its aggressive pickup and locking hardware. The H3-1000 can handle drop tunings but is more neutral and better suited to standard or half-step contexts.
Do both guitars have the same frets and fingerboard?
Both feature 24 XJ stainless steel frets on Macassar ebony with a 350mm radius and 25.5" scale. The key difference is nut width: the H3-1000 has 42mm (more compact) while the M-Black has 43mm (wider spacing for bending).
What is the main tone difference?
The H3-1000 delivers warm, resonant tones with balanced articulation across pickup dynamics. The M-Black delivers aggressive, compressed high-gain response optimized for heavily distorted rigs and modern metal voicing.
Why is the M-Black better for tremolo effects?
The Floyd Rose 1000 system allows dive-bombs, flutter effects, and complex tremolo movements. The H3-1000's TonePros TOM is fixed, excelling at tuning stability but not tremolo expression.