ESP LTD M-1000 MAPLE BLACK guitar

ESP LTD M-1000HT Ebony Fingerboard — Black Natural Fade

The M-1000HT is built for working musicians and serious players who need a guitar that tracks reliably night after night. Its neck-thru-body construction and extra-thin U-shaped three-piece maple neck deliver the comfort and access you need during long sets, while its direct-mounted pickups and solid electronics keep your tone locked in on stage and in the studio.

Build & Construction

Neck-thru-body architecture with an alder body and burled poplar top ensures resonance and sustain while maintaining a balanced weight. The extra-thin U-shaped three-piece maple neck paired with a Macassar ebony fingerboard creates a durable, fast playing surface with natural satin finish on the back for comfortable access to upper frets.

Playability & Electronics

The 300–400mm compound radius fingerboard with 24 XJ stainless steel frets supports both open position work and high-register lead playing without dead spots. Direct-mounted Fishman Fluence Modern Humbuckers — Alnico in the neck and Ceramic in the bridge — deliver articulate, modern tones with a push-pull voicing control that expands sonic range without adding clutter.

Key Features

• Neck-thru-body construction for maximum resonance and upper-fret access
• Extra thin U-shaped three-piece maple neck
• Alder body with burled poplar top
• Macassar ebony fingerboard
• 300–400mm compound radius fingerboard
• 24 XJ stainless steel frets
• Hipshot hardtail bridge with string-thru-body design
• Locking tuners for tuning stability
• Fishman Fluence Modern Humbuckers (Alnico neck / Ceramic bridge)
• Push-pull voicing control for dual pickup modes
• Natural satin finish on neck back
• Black Natural Fade finish

This is a professional-grade instrument that handles the demands of touring, recording, and heavy performance use — built with the precision and craftsmanship that active players and collectors expect.