ESP LTD ARROW-1000NT Charcoal Metallic Satin Lefty Guitar B-Stock
Description
ESP LTD ARROW-1000NT Charcoal Metallic Satin Lefty Guitar B-Stock
The ARROW-1000NT delivers aggressive styling with a neck-thru construction that feels responsive and balanced in hand. This left-handed configuration maintains the instrument's sharp aesthetic while offering the ergonomic advantages of a through-body design. The extra-thin U neck contour and 25.5" scale length combine for fast, comfortable fretwork across extended sessions.
Playability & Build
The 3-piece maple neck with mahogany body and neck-thru-body construction provides excellent sustain and tonal resonance while maintaining structural rigidity. A Macassar ebony fingerboard paired with stainless steel frets and triangular white pearloid inlays ensures durability and smooth playability, while the reverse headstock completes the distinctive left-handed profile.
Electronics & Hardware
The direct-mount Fishman Fluence Modern Humbuckers (alnico neck / ceramic bridge) deliver versatile active tones with push-pull voice selection for tonal flexibility without switching guitars. Hardware includes a recessed TonePros TOM bridge with string-thru-body design and LTD locking tuners, ensuring tuning stability and intonation accuracy through aggressive playing.
Key Features
- Neck-thru-body design with mahogany body and 3-piece maple neck
- 25.5" scale length
- Extra-thin U neck contour
- Macassar ebony fingerboard with triangular white pearloid inlays
- Stainless steel frets
- Reverse headstock (left-handed configuration)
- Direct-mount Fishman Fluence Modern Humbucker active pickups with push-pull voice selection
- Recessed TonePros TOM bridge with string-thru-body design
- LTD locking tuners
- Non-tremolo (NT) design
- Charcoal Metallic Satin finish
- B-Stock condition
This configuration delivers the tonal authority and structural integrity expected from ESP's professional-grade offerings in a left-handed format with modern active electronics and premium hardware.
More Information
| Condition | Refurbished |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Left handed |
| Country of Manufacture | South Korea |
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At a Glance
The ESP LTD ARROW-1000NT is a left-handed, neck-thru metal machine built for speed and aggression, featuring a thin U-profile neck, Fishman Fluence Modern Humbuckers with push-pull voice switching, and a recessed TonePros bridge for rock-solid tuning stability during hard hits. The extra-thin neck feels responsive and fast under the fingers, while the ceramic bridge pickup and alnico neck deliver articulate cleans and crushing sustain that cut through any mix on stage. Built for intermediate to pro players who demand reliability and tonal versatility without sacrificing playability—perfect for drop-tuned metal, hard rock, and progressive riffing.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Hard Rock
- ✓ Progressive
- ✓ Drop Tunings
Not the best pick for
- – Traditional Jazz
- – Folk
- – Acoustic-based genres
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What does B-Stock mean for this guitar?
B-Stock means this guitar is fully functional and plays like new, but has minor cosmetic imperfections—in this case, the Charcoal Metallic Satin finish may show light marks or finish inconsistencies that do not affect tone, playability, or durability.
Is this guitar suitable for metal and drop tuning?
Yes. The 25.5" scale length, neck-thru construction, ceramic bridge Fishman pickup, and non-tremolo hardtail design are engineered specifically for metal, hard rock, progressive, and drop-tuned styles. Tuning stability is ensured by the recessed TonePros TOM bridge and LTD locking tuners.
What's the difference between the neck and bridge pickups?
The neck pickup uses alnico magnets for warm, articulate cleans and smooth leads, while the bridge features ceramic magnets for high-output punch and aggressive sustain. Both are direct-mount Fishman Fluence Modern Humbuckers with push-pull voice switching to expand tonal options.
How does the thin U-profile neck feel during extended play?
The extra-thin U contour is designed for fast, comfortable fretwork and reduced hand fatigue during long sessions, making it ideal for players who spend hours on complex passages or touring schedules.
What makes the neck-thru design important for this guitar?
Neck-thru construction maximizes sustain and tonal resonance by eliminating body/neck joint limitations, while maintaining structural rigidity under aggressive playing and tuning stress—critical for metal and hard rock.
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