ESP LTD EC-1000 Electric Guitar in Granite Sparkle
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- Brand new in original box
- Full ESP LTD manufacturer's warranty
- Free shipping in the continental US
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- LEC1000GNSP
- Color
- Black
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Description
Sound & Tone
The mahogany body and set-thru neck give the EC-1000 a thick, sustaining midrange, while the Macassar ebony fingerboard and 24.75" scale keep note attack tight and articulate without losing warmth. Fishman Fluence Modern humbuckers cover a lot of ground: the ceramic bridge pickup is cutting and percussive for high-gain rhythm and lead work, the alnico neck is rounder and vocal for solos, and the three voicings on each let you move between aggressive modern tones and cleaner, more open sounds. It suits hard rock and metal players first, but the voicing options and 24-fret range make it workable for anyone needing one guitar to handle heavy riffing and cleaner passages in the same set.
ESP LTD EC-1000 GRANITE SPARKLE
The EC-1000 GRANITE SPARKLE is a stage-ready workhorse built on a foundation of set-thru mahogany construction that locks in sustain and resonance for live performance. Its thin U neck profile sits naturally in the hand during long sets, while professional-grade hardware and electronics deliver the tuning stability and tonal flexibility gigging musicians demand—all at a price that doesn't drain the gear fund.
Playability & Feel
The thin U profile neck carves a balanced path between comfort and control, equally at home for chucking power chords or threading single-note leads. 24 extra-jumbo stainless steel frets on Macassar ebony keep action smooth and responsive under hard playing, while the 24.75" scale length preserves classic tone character without sacrificing modern fret access and bend feel.
Tone & Electronics
Direct-mounted Fishman Fluence Modern 3-Voice Humbuckers—ceramic bridge and alnico neck with Black Nickel covers—cut through live mixes with articulate clarity and respond accurately to pick dynamics across multiple voicing options. The TonePros locking TOM-style bridge and tailpiece paired with LTD locking tuners lock down tuning rock-solid between sets and survive the rigors of road use.
Key Features
- Mahogany body with set-thru construction
- 24.75" scale length
- Three-piece mahogany neck with matching-finish headstock
- Thin U neck profile
- Macassar ebony fingerboard
- 24 extra-jumbo stainless steel frets
- Fishman Fluence Modern 3-Voice Humbuckers (ceramic bridge, alnico neck)
- Black Nickel pickup covers
- TonePros locking TOM-style bridge and tailpiece
- LTD locking tuners
- Black and white multi-binding on body and headstock
The EC-1000 GRANITE SPARKLE pairs rock-solid construction and premium hardware with versatile electronics—a reliable platform for the bandstand, the studio, or the road.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
| Neck Construction | Neck-Thru-Body |
| Country of Manufacture | South Korea |
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Specifications
| Scale Length | 24.75" Scale |
|---|---|
| Frets | 24 Frets |
| Fretboard | Ebony |
| Neck Wood | Mahogany |
| Neck Construction | Neck-Thru-Body |
| Pickups | HH |
| Bridge | Tune-O-Matic / Stopbar |
| Strings | 6 |
| Orientation | Right handed |
| Made In | South Korea |
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Hard Rock
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Progressive
- ✓ Studio Sessions
- ✓ Gigging
Not the best pick for
- – Folk
- – Traditional Jazz
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What neck profile does the EC-1000 have, and is it good for fast lead playing?
The EC-1000 features a thin U profile neck with a 24.75" scale length, designed to balance traditional tonality with modern playability. The 24 extra-jumbo stainless steel frets on Macassar ebony make fast fret travel smooth and durable, suiting both lead runs and rhythm work.
Can the Fishman Fluence pickups change tone, or is it just marketing?
The Fishman Fluence Modern humbuckers are 3-Voice pickups, meaning each pickup (ceramic bridge and alnico neck) offers multiple selectable voicings. This gives you genuine tonal versatility within one instrument—useful for adapting between song parts or session requirements without swapping guitars.
How stable is the tuning and hardware on this guitar?
The EC-1000 uses LTD locking tuners and a TonePros locking TOM-style bridge with tailpiece to maintain rock-solid tuning stability. Set-thru mahogany construction adds resonance and sustain, while these hardware upgrades ensure efficient setup adjustments and reliable performance across gigging and studio use.
What genres and playing styles is this guitar built for?
The EC-1000 excels in hard rock, metal, progressive, and studio sessions. The articulate, responsive tone and fast fretwork suit lead-driven material, while the versatile Fluence voicing adapts to rhythm work and multiple genres within a session.
How does the EC-1000 compare to the Schecter Hellraiser C-1 or Ibanez RG Premium?
All three are intermediate-to-advanced platforms in the same price tier. The EC-1000 distinguishes itself with set-thru construction for enhanced sustain, a thin U neck for traditional feel with modern speed, and 3-Voice Fluence pickups for tonal adaptability—making it a strong choice if you value versatile voicing and build refinement.
Do I pay sales tax on this order?
We collect sales tax only on orders shipped to California. Orders shipped to any other US state are charged $0 sales tax at checkout when you buy direct from our website. On this item that is roughly $105 less out the door than the same listed price at a national retailer or on a marketplace. Marketplaces such as eBay, Reverb and Amazon collect sales tax in nearly every state as marketplace facilitators no matter who the seller is, so the same item at the same price costs less bought direct. Free US shipping and 30-day returns are included. Some states ask buyers to self-report use tax on out-of-state purchases.
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