ESP LTD GH-600 Gary Holt Guitar Black B-Stock 0513
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• Light scratches between the pickups.
• Minor marks near the body binding.
• 100% functionally perfect and includes full manufacturer warranty
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- SKU
- LGH600BLK-B0513
- Color
- Black
. Description
Sound & Tone
Mahogany body and set-thru three-piece mahogany neck give the GH-600 a thick, sustaining midrange, while the ebony fingerboard and 24.75-inch scale add attack and a slightly slinkier feel under bends. The EMG 81 at the bridge is tight and cutting with hard-edged high end for fast palm-muted riffing and thrash rhythm work, and the EMG 89R at the neck offers warmer, more dynamic lead and clean-ish passages, both running noise-free at high gain. With a Floyd Rose and locking nut for dive-bombs and vibrato abuse, it's aimed squarely at thrash, modern metal, and high-velocity lead playing.
ESP LTD GH-600 Gary Holt Signature Electric Guitar – Black B-Stock
The GH-600 is built for metal players who demand speed, sustain, and absolute tuning stability in the heat of performance. A thin U neck contour and set-thru mahogany construction deliver the responsiveness and upper-fret fluidity needed for extreme tremolo work and high-velocity riffing, while dual active EMG humbuckers provide the tight, articulate aggression that defines Gary Holt's signature tone. The glossy black finish with red binding presents a striking stage presence.
Playability & Feel
The three-piece mahogany neck with set-thru construction keeps you locked into upper-fret access and unwavering resonance, while the thin U contour facilitates fast, fluid movement across the fretboard. At 24.75 inches with a 350mm radius and 22 extra-jumbo frets on ebony, this fingerboard supports both technical shredding and expressive bending—your hand will feel the difference in every pass.
Tone & Electronics
Dual red-covered EMG active humbuckers—the EMG 81R at the bridge delivering tight, articulate high-end aggression and the EMG 89R at the neck providing warm, dynamic versatility—produce noise-free, high-output tone across heavy and melodic passages alike. The Floyd Rose tremolo holds tuning through extreme dive-bombs and bar manipulation, while Grover tuning machines lock in your pitch even under the most punishing live conditions.
Key Features
- Eclipse body style in mahogany with glossy black finish
- Red binding on body, neck, and headstock
- Three-piece mahogany neck with set-thru construction
- Thin U neck contour optimized for speed
- 24.75-inch scale length
- Ebony fretboard with 22 extra-jumbo frets
- 350mm fretboard radius
- 42mm locking nut
- EMG 89R red-covered active humbucker (neck)
- EMG 81R red-covered active humbucker (bridge)
- Floyd Rose tremolo bridge
- Grover tuning machines with black hardware
This B-stock example remains unplayed with only minor cosmetic marks, offering serious value for players who demand the precision, sustain, and aggressive tone required for modern metal.
This specific B-Stock unit features minor cosmetic imperfections: light scratches between the pickups and a couple of light marks near the body binding. These marks are purely superficial and have absolutely zero impact on the playability, tone, or structural integrity of the guitar. It's a premium ESP LTD instrument at a significant B-Stock discount with full manufacturer warranty.
More Information
| Condition | Refurbished |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
| Country of Manufacture | South Korea |
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Specifications
| Body Style | Single Cutaway |
|---|---|
| Scale Length | 24.75" Scale |
| Frets | 22 Frets |
| Fretboard | Ebony |
| Neck Wood | Mahogany |
| Pickups | Active HH |
| Bridge | Tremolo |
| Strings | 6 |
| Orientation | Right handed |
| Model Year | 2024 |
| Made In | South Korea |
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Thrash Metal
- ✓ Hard Rock
- ✓ Drop Tunings
Not the best pick for
- – Jazz
- – Blues
- – Country
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What does B-stock mean for this guitar?
B-stock means the guitar is fully functional and unplayed, with only minor cosmetic imperfections—in this case, light scratches between the pickups and a couple of marks near the body binding. There is zero impact on playability, tone, or structural integrity, and it includes full manufacturer warranty.
Is this guitar suitable for jazz or blues?
No. The GH-600 is purpose-built for metal, thrash metal, hard rock, and drop tunings. Its high-output active humbuckers, tight low end, and aggressive articulation are not designed for the clean, nuanced tone palettes that jazz and blues require.
How stable is the tremolo system for extreme dive-bombs?
The Floyd Rose tremolo bridge combined with the 42mm locking nut delivers unwavering tuning stability even under punishing conditions like extreme dive-bombs and bar manipulation. This is core to Gary Holt's live performance demands.
What skill level do I need to play this guitar effectively?
The GH-600 is designed for intermediate to advanced and professional players. The thin U neck contour and 22 extra-jumbo frets support fast technical shredding, high-velocity riffing, and expressive bending, making it ideal for metal musicians with established technique.
How do the two EMG pickups differ in tone?
The EMG 81R at the bridge delivers tight, articulate high-end aggression for cutting riffs and lead work, while the EMG 89R at the neck provides warm, dynamic versatility for melodic passages and sustain. Both are noise-free and high-output.
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 $95 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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