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ESP LTD KH-DEMONOLOGY Kirk Hammett Signature Guitar With Tombstone Case B-Stock vs ESP LTD SN-1007B Baritone Guitar Fire Blast B-Stock
The KH-DEMONOLOGY is a 6-string metal workhorse optimized for speed and Floyd Rose vibrato mastery, while the SN-1007B is a 7-string baritone built for extended-range tuning stability and tonal switching versatility. Choose the Kirk Hammett sig if you want classic thrash playability and pitch manipulation; choose the baritone if you need lower tunings, more strings, and switchable pickup voices.
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ESP LTD KH-DEMONOLOGY Kirk Hammett Signature Guitar With Tombstone Case B-Stock
ESP LTD SN-1007B Baritone Guitar Fire Blast B-Stock
Specs side by side
| ESP LTD KH-DEMONOLOGY Kirk Hammett Signature Guitar With Tombstone Case B-Stock | ESP LTD SN-1007B Baritone Guitar Fire Blast B-Stock | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $1,359.20 | $1,359.20 |
| Brand | ESP LTD | ESP LTD |
| Series | — | LTD SN |
| Body | Explorer | Stratocaster |
| Body Type | Solid | Solid |
| Scale | — | 27" Baritone Scale |
| Strings | 6 | 7 |
| Frets | — | 24 Frets |
| Fretboard | Rosewood | Ebony |
| Neck | — | Unknown / Other |
| Pickup Configuration | HH | — |
| Bridge | Tremolo | Fixed |
| Year | 2017 | 2023 |
| Condition | Refurbished | Refurbished |
Why choose ESP LTD KH-DEMONOLOGY Kirk Hammett Signature Guitar With Tombstone Case B-Stock
- ✓ Floyd Rose Original bridge for dramatic vibrato and pitch-bend effects
- ✓ Extra-thin U-contour neck designed specifically for fast metal lead work
- ✓ Active EMG 81/60 pickups deliver aggressive, cutting tone optimized for dense mixes
- ✓ Neck-through construction maximizes sustain and upper-fret access
Why choose ESP LTD SN-1007B Baritone Guitar Fire Blast B-Stock
- ✓ 27-inch baritone scale handles extreme drop tunings with tight, stable tension
- ✓ Dual Fishman Fluence pickups with voice switching provide clean-to-aggressive tonal range
- ✓ Scalloped upper frets reduce fatigue during extended-range lead passages
- ✓ Seven strings expand harmonic possibilities for progressive and modern metal
Frequently asked questions
Which guitar is better for standard and drop-D tuning?
The KH-DEMONOLOGY handles standard through moderate drop tunings comfortably on its 25.5-inch scale with traditional string tension. The SN-1007B's 27-inch baritone scale is engineered for extreme tunings (drop-C and lower), so standard tuning may feel looser and less traditional on it.
Can I do pinch harmonics and whammy tricks on both?
The KH-DEMONOLOGY excels at both thanks to its Floyd Rose Original bridge, which handles extreme pitch manipulation without tuning slip. The SN-1007B uses a fixed Hipshot 7 bridge designed for stability, not vibrato effects.
Which pickup system is more versatile?
The SN-1007B's Fishman Fluence with voice switching offers cleaner articulation and on-the-fly sonic flexibility across driven and clean tones. The KH-DEMONOLOGY's active EMG pickups are optimized purely for high-output aggression and cutting through heavy mix density.
Which neck is faster for lead work?
Both feature thin U-contours for speed, but the KH-DEMONOLOGY was signature-designed for Kirk Hammett's thrash style and is optimized for 24-fret access on a standard 6-string. The SN-1007B adds scalloped frets in the upper register specifically to reduce fatigue during extended-range soloing.