ESP LTD KH-602 Kirk Hammett Electric Guitar Black B-Stock
Description
ESP LTD KH-602 Kirk Hammett Electric Guitar – Black B-Stock
The KH-602 combines a fast, razor-thin neck contour with a neck-thru-body construction that delivers exceptional sustain and seamless access to upper frets. Kirk Hammett's signature design translates a professional-grade instrument into an affordable platform for metal players and shredders who demand speed, aggression, and tuning stability. This B-stock example is unplayed and fully set up—a smart acquisition for serious players.
Playability & Feel
The extra-thin U-shaped neck combined with a 3-piece maple construction and macassar ebony fingerboard creates a responsive, fast platform for technical riffing and solos. A 350mm fingerboard radius and 24 extra-jumbo frets reduce finger fatigue during bending and tapping, while the locking nut and 42mm nut width keep tuning rock-solid through aggressive playing.
Tone & Electronics
Dual EMG Bone Breaker active pickups deliver high-output clarity and crushing distortion without noise—ideal for tight, aggressive tones in high-gain contexts. The Floyd Rose 1000 bridge provides smooth tremolo action and exceptional tuning stability for dive bombs and expressive whammy work, while the straightforward volume/volume/tone/3-way switch layout keeps tonal control intuitive during performance.
Key Features
- Neck-through construction for enhanced sustain and resonance
- 3-piece maple neck with extra-thin U contour for high-speed technical playing
- Macassar ebony fingerboard with 350mm radius
- 24 extra-jumbo frets for effortless bending and legato runs
- Alder body with black finish and black hardware
- 25.5" scale length for balanced tone and tight low-end response
- Dual EMG Bone Breaker active pickups with volume/volume/tone/3-way switch
- Floyd Rose 1000 bridge for tremolo stability and tuning precision
- Locking nut (42mm width) for rock-solid tuning integrity
- LTD tuners for reliable mechanical stability
- Skull and bones inlays at 24th fret—Kirk Hammett signature aesthetic
Engineered for speed, aggression, and professional-grade reliability on stage and in the studio, the KH-602 delivers the playability and tonal firepower required for serious metal and shredding work without the premium price of higher-tier signature models.
This specific B-Stock unit features minor cosmetic imperfections consisting of light blemishes and superficial marks on the black finish. These marks are purely superficial and have absolutely zero impact on the playability, tone, or structural integrity of the guitar. Acquire this premium Kirk Hammett signature instrument at a significant B-Stock discount while enjoying complete manufacturer warranty coverage.
More Information
| Condition | Refurbished |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
| Country of Manufacture | South Korea |
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At a Glance
The ESP LTD KH-602 is Kirk Hammett's signature metal machine—a neck-through shredder with a razor-thin U-shaped neck, 24 extra-jumbo frets, and dual EMG Bone Breaker pickups built for speed and aggressive high-gain tones. Intermediate to professional players chasing tight low-end response, sustain, and tuning stability through dive bombs and technical riffing will find the Floyd Rose 1000 bridge and locking nut deliver road-ready reliability. This B-Stock unit is fully playable and set up with only minor cosmetic marks on the finish, offering serious playability and professional tone at a significant discount.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Thrash Metal
- ✓ Hard Rock
- ✓ Shredding
Not the best pick for
- – Jazz
- – Folk
- – Worship
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What does B-Stock mean for this guitar?
B-Stock means this KH-602 is fully functional, unplayed, and professionally set up, but features minor cosmetic imperfections—light blemishes and superficial marks on the black finish only. These marks have zero impact on playability, tone, or structural integrity, and the guitar comes with complete manufacturer warranty coverage.
Is this guitar suitable for metal and shredding?
Yes. The KH-602 is purpose-built for metal and shredding with a razor-thin neck for speed, 24 extra-jumbo frets for effortless bending and legato, dual EMG Bone Breaker pickups for crushing high-gain tones, and a Floyd Rose 1000 bridge for aggressive tremolo work and tuning stability.
What neck profile does it have?
The KH-602 features an extra-thin U-shaped neck made from 3-piece maple with a macassar ebony fingerboard, 350mm radius, and a 42mm locking nut width. This profile reduces finger fatigue during bending and tapping while keeping tuning rock-solid under aggressive playing.
How does the electronics layout work?
The KH-602 uses a straightforward volume/volume/tone/3-way switch design paired with dual EMG Bone Breaker active pickups. This intuitive setup keeps tonal control simple and reliable during performance without complex onboard electronics.
What scale length and bridge does it have?
The KH-602 features a 25.5-inch scale length for balanced tone and tight low-end response, paired with a Floyd Rose 1000 bridge that delivers smooth tremolo action, exceptional tuning stability, and reliable dive-bomb and whammy control.