ESP LTD M-1000QM Electric Guitar Black Ocean
Description
ESP LTD MH-1000 QM Electric Guitar in Black Ocean
The MH-1000 QM sits perfectly balanced in your hands with its sculpted set-thru construction and smooth 3-piece maple neck, letting you lock in on fast passages and extended soloing without fatigue. The quilted maple top in Black Ocean transparent finish rings with warmth and resonance while cutting through on stage, delivering articulate note definition whether you're driving hard metal riffs, weaving fusion lines, or bending expressive rock solos. Paired with direct-mount Fishman Fluence Modern Humbuckers and a Floyd Rose 1000SE bridge, this machine responds instantly to pick attack, dynamics, and vibrato technique with aggressive punch and singing sustain.
Playability & Feel
The set-thru mahogany construction with 3-piece extra-thin u-shaped neck keeps weight down to just 7 lbs 15 oz, reducing shoulder strain during long gigs. The 25.5" scale length and 300–400mm compound radius fingerboard transition smoothly between open-position voicings and high-register lead runs. 24 extra-jumbo stainless steel frets with offset white pearloid block inlays let your fingers fly across the neck with confidence, while the 42mm locking nut locks you in tune through dive bombs, whammy abuse, and the demands of a full set.
Tone & Electronics
The direct-mount Fishman Fluence Modern Humbuckers blend alnico magnets in the neck position for warm, voiced articulation and ceramic magnets in the bridge position for raw output and cutting clarity. Active electronics with push-pull volume/tone control unlock a second voicing on each pickup, letting you dial from smooth and singing to aggressive and defined on the fly through the 3-way switch.
Key Features
- Set-thru construction: Mahogany body with 3-piece extra-thin u-shaped maple neck
- Quilted maple top in Black Ocean transparent finish with white binding
- Weight: 7 pounds 15 ounces
- Scale length: 25.5"
- Fingerboard: Macassar ebony with 300–400mm compound radius
- 24 extra-jumbo stainless steel frets with offset white pearloid block inlays
- 42mm locking nut for tuning stability
- Direct-mount Fishman Fluence Modern Humbuckers with alnico neck and ceramic bridge pickups
- Push-pull active electronics with secondary voicing per pickup
- Floyd Rose 1000SE bridge with stainless steel screws
- Grover tuners and chrome hardware
- D'Addario XL120 strings (.009–.042 gauge)
The MH-1000 QM combines road-tested hardware, versatile pickup voicing, and ergonomic design to give you an instrument that survives the gig, responds to your technique, and delivers cutting tone across any style.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
| Country of Manufacture | South Korea |
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At a Glance
The ESP LTD M-1000QM is a set-thru metal machine built for intermediate to pro players who demand fast fretwork, tuning stability, and tonal range across metal, fusion, and progressive styles. Its sculpted mahogany body with 3-piece maple neck sits light at under 8 pounds, the compound-radius ebony board flies under your fingers, and the direct-mount Fishman Fluence humbuckers with push-pull voicing switch deliver everything from warm neck tones to aggressive bridge articulation—all locked down by a Floyd Rose 1000SE and 42mm locking nut for gigs and studio sessions alike.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Fusion
- ✓ Rock
- ✓ Progressive
Not the best pick for
- – Traditional Jazz
- – Folk
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What skill level is this guitar designed for?
The M-1000QM is built for intermediate, advanced, and professional players. Its extra-jumbo frets, fast u-shaped neck, and 25.5" scale support aggressive lead work and complex chording, while the Floyd Rose bridge and active electronics reward technical precision.
What genres does this guitar excel at?
It's purpose-built for metal, fusion, rock, and progressive styles. The Fishman Fluence pickups deliver aggressive attack for metal riffs, the neck pickup offers warm articulation for smooth fusion lines, and the responsive dynamics suit expressive rock solos.
Can I get different tones from the same pickup?
Yes. The push-pull volume and tone controls activate a secondary voicing on each pickup, letting you switch from warm and smooth to cutting and defined without changing pickups or tone knobs.
How is the M-1000QM different from comparable models?
The set-thru mahogany construction with 3-piece extra-thin neck keeps weight under 8 pounds for comfort during long sessions. The compound radius fingerboard (300–400mm) balances chording and lead work better than single-radius boards, and the direct-mount Fluence pickups offer push-pull voicing flexibility that standard pickup wiring does not provide.
Will the tuning stay stable during heavy use?
Yes. The 42mm locking nut and Floyd Rose 1000SE bridge with stainless steel screws are engineered for tuning stability even during intense bending, whammy abuse, and extended playing sessions.
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