ESP LTD MH-1000NT FM Electric Guitar Charcoal Burst
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ESP LTD MH-1000NT FM Electric Guitar Charcoal Burst
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- SKU
- LMH1000NTFMCHB
- Color
- Others
. Description
Sound & Tone
Mahogany body with a flamed maple top and set-thru construction give this guitar a firm low end with tightened, cutting upper mids, and the 25.5" scale plus string-thru TonePros bridge add attack and sustain that keep low-tuned riffing defined. The Fishman Fluence Modern set covers a wide range: the ceramic bridge pickup pushes a focused, high-gain voice for metal rhythm and lead work, while the Alnico neck stays warm and vocal for solos and cleans, with pull-tone Voice 2 on both offering a second, distinctly different character. Stainless frets, an ebony board and a compound radius suit fast legato, wide bends and precise picking, making it a fit for modern metal, progressive rock and hard rock players who also need usable clean and crunch tones.
ESP LTD MH-1000NT FM Electric Guitar Charcoal Burst
The MH-1000NT FM is built for gigging musicians and serious players who need a guitar that stays locked in night after night. Set-thru construction anchors a mahogany body with flamed maple top to deliver sustain, resonance, and visual punch on stage. The extra-thin U-contoured neck with 24 stainless steel frets cuts fatigue during long sets, while the Macassar ebony fingerboard with compound radius responds cleanly whether you're tracking single notes or bending through passages. This is a professional-grade instrument that handles everything from blues to metal without compromise.
Playability & Feel
The extra-thin U neck profile and 300-400mm compound fingerboard radius let you move between fast single-note runs and smooth bends without reaching for different tools. The 42mm molded nut sits wide enough for separation but narrow enough to stay comfortable during long sessions. Set-thru construction locks the neck solidly to the body, giving you unrestricted access to upper frets and the structural integrity and sustain that stage players depend on. Aggressive rhythm work and intricate lead passages feel equally at home in your hands.
Tone & Electronics
Dual Fishman Fluence Modern Humbuckers—Alnico magnets in the neck, Ceramic in the bridge—punch through a live mix with articulate cleans and saturated distortion backed by genuine harmonic depth. Both pickups feature pull-tone functionality for Voice 2, letting you dial in tonal flexibility without hunting for a modifier. The active electronics layout (volume, tone with push/pull, 3-way switch) keeps control intuitive and responsive in real time.
Key Features
- Set-thru construction at 25.5" scale length
- Mahogany body with flamed maple top, translucent Charcoal Burst finish
- White binding on body, neck, and reversed headstock
- Three-piece maple neck with extra-thin U contour
- Macassar ebony fingerboard with offset block inlays
- 24 XJ stainless steel frets with 300-400mm compound radius
- 42mm molded nut width
- TonePros locking TOM bridge with string-thru body design
- LTD locking tuners with black hardware throughout
- Fishman Fluence Modern Humbuckers (Alnico neck, Ceramic bridge) with pull-tone Voice 2 on both pickups
- Active electronics with volume/tone push/pull and 3-way switch
- Strung with D'Addario XL110 (.010–.046) strings
The MH-1000NT FM combines premium construction, versatile pickup voicing, and meticulous hardware spec to deliver consistent performance across the studio, the road, and the rehearsal space—a guitar built to last through years of active playing.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
| Neck Construction | Neck-Thru-Body |
| Country of Manufacture | South Korea |
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Specifications
| Body Style | Single Cutaway |
|---|---|
| Scale Length | 25.5" Scale |
| Frets | 24 Frets |
| Fretboard | Ebony |
| Neck Wood | Maple |
| Neck Construction | Neck-Thru-Body |
| Pickups | HH |
| Bridge | Tune-O-Matic |
| Strings | 6 |
| Orientation | Right handed |
| Model Year | 2023 |
| Made In | South Korea |
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Hard Rock
- ✓ Progressive
- ✓ Studio Sessions
- ✓ Gigging
Not the best pick for
- – Folk
- – Traditional Jazz
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What skill level is this guitar suited for?
The MH-1000NT FM is built for intermediate, advanced, and professional players. Its extra-thin U-contoured neck and set-thru construction reward fast single-note work and intricate lead passages, but demand comfort with upper-fret work and active electronics.
What genres and playing styles is this best for?
This guitar excels in metal, hard rock, progressive, and studio session work where articulate cleans and saturated distortion are essential. It is not optimized for folk or traditional jazz.
How do the Fishman Fluence pickups work, and can I change the tone?
The dual Fishman Fluence Modern Humbuckers feature pull-tone Voice 2 functionality on both pickups, letting you switch between two distinct sonic characters without resorting to external effects. The active electronics include volume, tone push-pull, and a 3-way switch for comprehensive control.
What is the neck profile, and will it fit my hand size?
The extra-thin U-contoured three-piece maple neck has a 300–400mm compound radius fingerboard and a 42mm molded nut width, suited for both narrow and moderate hand positions. The set-thru construction and 25.5-inch scale ensure unrestricted access to all 24 XJ stainless steel frets.
How does this compare to other metal guitars in its price range?
The MH-1000NT FM combines set-thru construction, premium hardware (TonePros bridge, locking tuners), and dual-voice Fishman pickups at a mid-tier price point. Comparable models include the Schecter Hellraiser C-1 FR, Ibanez RG421, and Jackson Dinky Arch-Top.
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 $98 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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