LTD Gary Holt Guitars for Thrash Players

Gary Holt plays Exodus and Slayer material that punishes gear night after night, and this LTD series was shaped around that. Pick up a GH-600, GH-200, GH-SV or GH SV-200 and you get an Explorer-derived or V-derived body that sits aggressively on a strap and looks right under stage lights.

On stage, EMG pickups are the point: they are a familiar choice for tight, high-gain palm-muted chugging that stays defined at volume. The bridge decision affects how you gig. A Floyd Rose gives you full dive-bomb expression, while a fixed bridge keeps things simpler for players who want less to manage between sets.

Pricing runs from about $799 to $1,999, which makes the series approachable for a first serious metal axe and still appealing to collectors of signature models. Browse the lineup at LV Guitars and find the shape and bridge that suit your set.

ESP LTD GH-600 Gary Holt Guitar Black B-Stock 0513

Special Price $1,359.00 Regular Price $1,699.00
ESP LTD GH SV-200 Electric Guitar in Black

$799.00
ESP LTD GH-SV Electric Guitar in Black

$1,999.00
ESP LTD GH-200 Electric Guitar in Black

$799.00
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ESP LTD GH-600 Gary Holt Electric Guitar Black

$1,699.00

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ESP LTD Gary Holt Signature Guitars - frequently asked questions

Is the ESP LTD Gary Holt series a good choice for thrash metal?

Yes, it is built around the playing of the Exodus and Slayer guitarist and leans into thrash shapes. The Explorer-derived and V-derived bodies look aggressive, and EMG pickups suit tight, high-gain rhythm work and fast riffing. Black finishes dominate, so the look matches the music.

What is the difference between the GH-600, GH-200, GH-SV and GH SV-200?

The lineup mixes Explorer-derived and V-derived bodies, and the clearest divider is the bridge: some models carry a Floyd Rose for dive-bomb lead work, while others use a fixed bridge for simpler setup and steadier tuning. The GH-200 is the more accessible option, while the GH-600 and SV variants sit higher up.

Are there left-handed or B-Stock Gary Holt guitars available?

Currently no left-handed models are listed in this series. A B-Stock GH-600 in black is part of the range, which means an open-box, discounted unit that is fully covered. Prices run from more accessible entry models to premium builds, and every instrument is set up and professionally packed before shipping.

ESP LTD Gary Holt Signature Guitars in stock now at LV Guitars

As of October 16, 2026, LV Guitars has 5 ESP LTD Gary Holt Signature Guitars in stock and ready to ship, priced from $799 to $1,999 - including 1 B-Stock (open-box, full inspection) unit from $1,359. Every order ships free within the US, no sales tax collected on orders shipped outside California, and 30-day returns.