ESP LTD KH-202 LH Kirk Hammett Signature Series Left Handed Electric B

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ESP LTD KH-202 LH Kirk Hammett Signature Series Left Handed Electric B-Stock sku number LKH202LH-B
• Minor cosmetic wear consistent with B-Stock inventory handling. • Light surface marks that do not affect playability or appearance from normal playing distance. • 100% functionally perfect and includes full manufacturer warranty

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SKU
LKH202LH-B
Color
Black
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Description

Sound & Tone

The basswood body and passive ESP Designed LH-301 pickups produce a focused, midrange-forward voice with a tight low end and cutting high gain response, while the direct Volume/Volume/Tone circuit keeps the signal path uncolored. A 25.5" scale with light .009-.042 strings gives the notes a bright snap and firm string tension that stays articulate under heavy distortion, and the 24 extra-jumbo frets plus extra-thin U neck favor fast lead runs and upper-register soloing. Best suited to metal, hard rock, and shred styles, with the Floyd Rose Special and locking nut supporting deep dives and aggressive bends without losing pitch.

ESP LTD KH-202 LH Kirk Hammett Signature Series Left-Handed Electric Guitar

The KH-202 LH is built for left-handed players who need a fast, reliable stage weapon. Lightweight basswood body paired with an extra-thin U-contoured maple neck delivers the speed and response demanded by aggressive lead work and heavy riffing. Kirk Hammett's signature priorities show in every detail: aggressive aesthetics meet practical hardware tuned for live reliability. The iconic skull-and-bones inlays and black finish project metal authority without sacrificing the versatility needed in today's touring environment.

Playability & Design

The 25.5" scale and extra-thin U neck contour cut through position shifts and fast lead passages with minimal fatigue on stage. 24 extra-jumbo frets with a 13.77" fingerboard radius and 42mm locking nut ensure articulation and tuning stability through entire sets, especially when the Floyd Rose Special bridge takes a beating during aggressive bending and divebombs.

Electronics & Tone

Passive electronics with ESP Designed LH-301 pickups and a straightforward Volume/Volume/Tone/3-Way Switch control setup deliver direct, uncolored signal path—exactly what you need in a live mix. Stock D'Addario .009-.042 strings arrive pre-installed and ready to gig straight out of the box.

Key Features

  • Left-handed configuration with all hardware properly mirrored
  • Bolt-on neck construction for sustained resonance and easy maintenance
  • Basswood body with black finish
  • Rosewood fingerboard with 24 extra-jumbo frets
  • Extra-thin U-shaped maple neck for speed and comfort
  • 25.5" scale length with 13.77" fingerboard radius and 42mm locking nut
  • Floyd Rose Special bridge for reliable tremolo performance
  • LTD locking tuners and black hardware throughout
  • ESP Designed LH-301 pickups
  • 2 Volume / 1 Master Tone with 3-Way Blade Pickup Switch controls
  • Skull-and-bones signature inlays
  • Includes D'Addario .009-.042 string gauge

Signature-series engineering built for left-handed players who demand stage-ready performance and distinctive tone at a mid-market price point.

This specific B-Stock unit features minor cosmetic imperfections typical of warehouse handling and inventory management. These marks are purely superficial and have absolutely zero impact on the playability, tone, or structural integrity of the guitar. Players can acquire this genuine ESP LTD Kirk Hammett Signature Series left-handed model at a significant B-Stock discount while maintaining complete peace of mind with the full manufacturer warranty.

More Information
Condition Refurbished
Dexterity Left handed
Neck Construction Bolt-On
Country of Manufacture China
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Specifications

Body Wood Basswood
Scale Length 25.5" Scale
Frets 24 Frets
Fretboard Rosewood
Fingerboard Radius 350mm
Nut Width 42mm
Neck Wood Maple
Neck Profile Extra Thin U
Neck Construction Bolt-On
Pickup Models ESP LH-301N (neck), ESP LH-301B (bridge)
Bridge Tremolo
Strings 6
Orientation Left handed
Made In China

Who This Is For

Great for

  • ✓ Metal
  • ✓ Hard Rock
  • ✓ Thrash Metal
  • ✓ Live Performance

Not the best pick for

  • – Jazz
  • – Traditional Country
  • – Folk

Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional

B-Stock Savings

Same model new

$599

This B-Stock unit

$479.20

You save

$119.80 (20%)

B-Stock units are fully functional and play-tested, with minor cosmetic imperfections noted in the description above. Prefer a factory-fresh unit? See this model in new condition.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does B-Stock mean for this guitar?

B-Stock means this KH-202 LH is fully functional with minor cosmetic imperfections from warehouse handling—purely superficial marks that have zero impact on playability, tone, or structure. You get the complete manufacturer warranty and all the same engineering as a new unit at a significant discount.

Is this guitar suitable for left-handed players only?

Yes—this is a fully mirrored left-handed configuration with all hardware and controls positioned for left-handed play. It is not designed to be played right-handed.

What kind of playing style does this guitar handle best?

The KH-202 LH is purpose-built for metal, hard rock, and thrash metal, with an extra-thin U-neck and 24 extra-jumbo frets optimized for fast lead work, aggressive bending, and divebombs via the Floyd Rose Special bridge. Its direct-signal electronics and high-output pickups deliver the articulate, tight sustain those genres demand.

What pickups and electronics are in this guitar?

It features two ESP Designed LH-301 pickups wired to a straightforward 2-Volume/1-Master-Tone control layout with a 3-Way pickup selector, providing direct signal path clarity without coloration. Stock D'Addario .009-.042 strings come pre-installed.

How stable is the tremolo system for aggressive use?

The Floyd Rose Special bridge paired with a 42mm locking nut delivers reliable tuning retention even under extreme bending and divebomb work—critical for live performance and studio takes where pitch stability matters.

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