ESP LTD Deluxe EC-1000QM See Thru Purple Sunburst Guitar
Description
ESP LTD Deluxe EC-1000QM See Thru Purple Sunburst Guitar
The EC-1000QM sits comfortably across your body with a contoured frame and neck geometry refined for hours of uninterrupted play. The See Thru Purple Sunburst finish showcases a stunning quilted maple top that adds warmth and clarity to every note—whether you're laying down melodic passages or pushing aggressive rhythms on stage.
Playability & Build Quality
The Thin U contour on the 3-piece mahogany neck cradles your hand with real comfort while maintaining structural stability across the 24.75" scale. Your fingers land exactly where they should on the Macassar ebony fingerboard with its 350mm radius and 42mm molded nut—smooth lead work and tight intonation happen naturally. 24 XJ stainless steel frets stay crowned and responsive, set into a neck that's through-bolted directly to the solid mahogany body. This set-through construction and multi-ply white binding lock in resonance and sustain that carries through any room.
Tone & Electronics
The EMG 81 bridge pickup and EMG 60TW-R neck pickup with coil splitting give you the firepower to voice everything from bone-crushing rock to articulate, singing lead tones. Each pickup runs its own volume control, while a push-pull tone knob and three-way toggle let you dial in your exact attack and feel. TonePros locking TOM bridge and tailpiece paired with LTD locking tuners mean your tuning stays locked—set it and forget it, gig after gig.
Key Features
- Set-thru construction with mahogany body and 3-piece mahogany neck
- Quilted maple top with See Thru Purple Sunburst finish
- 24.75" scale with 24 XJ stainless steel frets
- Macassar ebony fingerboard with 350mm radius and 42mm molded nut
- Thin U neck contour for comfortable playability
- EMG 81 bridge pickup and EMG 60TW-R neck pickup with coil splitting
- Independent bridge and neck volume controls with push-pull tone control
- TonePros locking TOM bridge and tailpiece
- LTD locking tuners with black hardware
- Multi-ply white binding throughout
The EC-1000QM is built to live on the road—responsive hardware, expressive pickups, and rock-solid construction that survives repeated gigging and delivers consistent tone night after night.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
| Country of Manufacture | South Korea |
Reviews
At a Glance
The ESP LTD Deluxe EC-1000QM is a versatile hard-rock and metal platform built on a set-through mahogany body with a quilted maple top that delivers warm, articulate tone and high sustain. The thin U-contoured neck and 24.75-inch scale make it comfortable for extended sessions, while EMG 81 and 60TW-R pickups with coil splitting handle everything from punchy crunch to refined lead work. Locking hardware and stainless steel frets keep tuning and intonation rock-solid night after night on stage or in the studio.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Hard Rock
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Studio Sessions
- ✓ Live Performance
Not the best pick for
- – Folk
- – Jazz
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What skill level is this guitar designed for?
The EC-1000QM is built for intermediate, advanced, and professional players. Its refined neck geometry, precision hardware, and dual-pickup control system reward technical playing and reward the player who wants to shape their tone.
What genres is this guitar best suited for?
This guitar excels in hard rock, metal, and studio sessions where articulate lead work and punchy crunch are essential. It is not optimized for folk or jazz applications.
What pickups does it have and can I change their voicing?
The EC-1000QM features an EMG 81 bridge pickup and EMG 60TW-R neck pickup, both with coil splitting capabilities. Independent volume controls for each pickup plus a push-pull tone control give you extensive tonal flexibility without swapping pickups.
How does the neck feel, and will it cause hand fatigue during long sessions?
The 3-piece mahogany neck uses a Thin U contour designed to balance comfort with stability, supporting extended playing without fatigue. The 42mm molded nut provides proper string spacing and reduces finger stretch.
How stable is the tuning, and what hardware is used?
TonePros locking TOM bridge and tailpiece combined with LTD locking tuners keep the instrument rock-solid in tune. The set-through construction and stainless steel frets add to overall tuning stability and intonation reliability.
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