ESP LTD MH-400 SNOW WHITE/EMG guitar
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- Full ESP LTD manufacturer's warranty
- Free shipping in the continental US
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- SKU
- LMH400SW
- Color
- White
Description
ESP LTD MH-400 Snow White/EMG Electric Guitar
The MH-400 is a stage-ready platform built for high-gain work and fast playing. Its thin U-shaped neck profile and extra-jumbo frets encourage speed and precision, while the arch-topped mahogany body with set-thru construction provides excellent sustain and resonance. This is a workhorse instrument designed for players who demand both playability and tonal authority in a gigging context.
Playability & Construction
The three-piece extra-thin U-shaped maple neck paired with a 350mm fingerboard radius and 24 extra-jumbo frets makes this guitar built for fast, fluid lead work on stage. The set-thru body construction maximizes neck-to-body contact, enhancing sustain and harmonic transfer while the arch-topped mahogany body contributes warmth and natural resonance to the overall tone—critical for cutting through a live mix.
Tone & Electronics
Active EMG 81 bridge and EMG 85 neck pickups deliver aggressive, articulate tones with exceptional clarity and output—ideal for hard rock, metal, and modern styles where definition matters. The Floyd Rose Special double-locking tremolo provides stable, dramatic pitch manipulation while maintaining tuning integrity across aggressive whammy use, keeping the instrument performance-ready through a full set.
Key Features
- Arch-topped mahogany body with set-thru neck construction
- Snow White finish with single-ply black binding and reversed matching-finish headstock
- Three-piece extra-thin U-shaped maple neck
- Rosewood fingerboard with 350mm radius
- 24 extra-jumbo frets
- 42mm locking nut width
- 25.5" scale length
- EMG 81 (bridge) and EMG 85 (neck) active pickups
- Floyd Rose Special double-locking tremolo bridge
- Grover tuners with black hardware
- Volume/Tone/3-way Switch electronics
The MH-400 combines proven hardware, high-output electronics, and a responsive neck in a visually striking package that delivers on stage and in the hands.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
| Neck Construction | Neck-Thru-Body |
| Country of Manufacture | South Korea |
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At a Glance
The ESP LTD MH-400 is a high-gain workhorse built for metal, hard rock, and djent players who need speed, sustain, and aggressive tonal clarity. Its thin U-shaped neck, 24 extra-jumbo frets, and set-thru mahogany body make it fast under the fingers while the active EMG 81/85 pickups deliver the articulate, punchy output required for modern high-gain rigs. Road-ready Floyd Rose Special tremolo and locking hardware keep tuning stable even under aggressive playing.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Hard Rock
- ✓ Djent
- ✓ Progressive
- ✓ High-gain playing
Not the best pick for
- – Jazz
- – Blues
- – Folk
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What skill level is this guitar designed for?
The MH-400 is built for intermediate, advanced, and professional players who are comfortable with fast lead work and high-gain playing styles. The thin U-shaped neck and extra-jumbo frets reward precision and speed, making it ideal for metal, djent, and progressive players.
What genres and styles is this guitar best suited for?
The MH-400 excels in metal, hard rock, djent, and progressive music where high output, articulate tone, and aggressive sustain are essential. It is not optimized for jazz, blues, or folk playing.
What are the key tonal characteristics with the EMG pickups?
The active EMG 81 bridge and EMG 85 neck pickups deliver high-output, aggressive tones with exceptional clarity and a tight low end. This combination provides the articulate punch needed for modern high-gain rigs while maintaining definition even in dense, distorted contexts.
Does the Floyd Rose tremolo hold tuning during aggressive use?
Yes, the Floyd Rose Special double-locking tremolo with a 42mm locking nut maintains tuning integrity across dramatic pitch manipulation and aggressive whammy use, making it reliable for live performance and studio session work.
What makes the set-thru construction important?
Set-thru body construction maximizes neck-to-body contact, which enhances sustain and harmonic transfer—critical for the long, singing sustain required in metal and progressive playing. Combined with the arch-topped mahogany body, it adds warmth and natural resonance to the high-output EMG electronics.
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