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ESP LTD KH-602 Electric Guitar in Purple Sparkle B-Stock vs ESP LTD James Hetfield Snakebyte Electric Guitar in Black Satin B-Stock
The KH-602 is a neck-through design with a longer 25.5" scale and Floyd Rose tremolo for pitch manipulation, while the Snakebyte is a set-neck Explorer with a shorter 24.75" scale and fixed bridge for maximum sustain. Choose the KH-602 for tremolo-heavy techniques and aggressive vibrato work; choose the Snakebyte for locked-in rhythm playing and pure sustain.
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ESP LTD KH-602 Electric Guitar in Purple Sparkle B-Stock
ESP LTD James Hetfield Snakebyte Electric Guitar in Black Satin B-Stock
Specs side by side
| ESP LTD KH-602 Electric Guitar in Purple Sparkle B-Stock | ESP LTD James Hetfield Snakebyte Electric Guitar in Black Satin B-Stock | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $1,199.20 | $1,199.20 |
| Brand | ESP LTD | ESP LTD |
| Series | — | LTD Snakebyte |
| Body | Single Cutaway | Single Cutaway |
| Body Type | Solid | Solid |
| Scale | 25.5" Scale | — |
| Strings | 6 | 6 |
| Frets | 24 Frets | — |
| Fretboard | Ebony | Ebony |
| Neck | Maple | — |
| Neck Construction | Neck-Thru-Body | — |
| Pickup Configuration | Active HH | HH |
| Bridge | Floyd Rose Licensed | Fixed |
| Year | 2018 | 2016 |
| Condition | Refurbished | Refurbished |
Why choose ESP LTD KH-602 Electric Guitar in Purple Sparkle B-Stock
- ✓ Neck-through construction for superior sustain and resonance
- ✓ Floyd Rose 1000 bridge enables dramatic pitch bending and tremolo effects
- ✓ 25.5" scale length delivers tighter string tension ideal for drop tunings
- ✓ Extra-thin U-shaped neck profile offers faster upper-fret access
Why choose ESP LTD James Hetfield Snakebyte Electric Guitar in Black Satin B-Stock
- ✓ Set-neck mahogany construction provides thick, dark tonal character
- ✓ Explorer-style body shape locks ergonomically during extended sessions
- ✓ 24.75" scale with fast profile balances playability and articulate aggression
- ✓ Fixed bridge and locking hardware guarantee rock-solid tuning stability
Frequently asked questions
What's the main difference in construction?
The KH-602 features neck-through construction where the neck extends through the body for maximum sustain and vibration transfer. The Snakebyte uses set-neck construction, where the neck is glued into the body pocket, which also delivers sustain but with a slightly different tonal character and is generally more repairable.
Which guitar is better for drop tunings?
The KH-602's longer 25.5" scale length maintains tighter string tension in dropped tunings compared to the Snakebyte's 24.75" scale. Both are viable for metal, but the KH-602 gives strings more tension for cleaner definition in extreme tunings.
Can I use tremolo effects on both?
The KH-602 includes a Floyd Rose 1000 tremolo bridge for dramatic pitch bending and vibrato manipulation. The Snakebyte uses a fixed TonePros bridge and tailpiece, which sacrifices tremolo capability but maximizes sustain and tuning stability.
How do the tones differ?
The KH-602's EMG Kirk Hammett Bone Breaker pickups deliver high-output articulate aggression optimized for clarity at extreme gain. The Snakebyte's EMG JH Het Set and mahogany construction produce a thicker, darker character with focused punch suited to crushing rhythm riffs.