ESP LTD MT-I Mick Thomson Guitar Obsidian Metallic
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ESP LTD MT-I Mick Thomson Guitar Obsidian Metallic
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Sound & Tone
Mahogany body with a white ash top gives this MT-I a thick low-mid core with added top-end snap, and the set-thru neck joint plus all-brass Hipshot Hi-Mass hardtail push long, tightly focused sustain behind every note. The Fishman Fluence Mick Thomson Signature pickup covers multiple voices — including a bass-boosted variant and a push/pull Voice 3 — so it moves from scooped, percussive high-gain rhythm to a thicker, more vocal lead tone without swapping guitars. With a 25.5" scale, Macassar ebony board and stainless medium-jumbo frets, note definition stays clear under heavy distortion, making it a fit for modern metal riffing, downtuned chugging and fast lead work.
ESP LTD MT-I Mick Thomson Guitar Obsidian Metallic
The MT-I is a purpose-built signature instrument designed around Mick Thomson's exacting specifications and aggressive playing style. The thin-U neck profile combined with the set-thru construction delivers fast access across the fretboard and resonant sustain, while the Obsidian Metallic finish presents a distinctly refined aesthetic that stands apart from standard offerings.
Playability & Feel
The 25.5" scale with 305mm compound radius fingerboard and 24 medium-jumbo stainless steel frets enables smooth movement across the neck with aggressive articulation under hard attack. Set-thru construction maximizes sustain and tonal coherence while the 42mm nut width and thin-U neck profile handle high-velocity playing and extended range work without fatigue, making this guitar equally at home in the practice room and on stage.
Tone & Electronics
The Fishman Fluence Mick Thomson Signature pickup delivers three distinct voices—Voice 1, Voice 1 with bass boost shift, and Voice 2—selectable via the 3-way low profile toggle switch, with a push/pull volume control unlocking Voice 3 for maximum tonal flexibility on the fly. The mahogany body with white ash top, all-brass Hipshot Hi-Mass hardtail bridge, and Graph Tech Black TUSQ XL nut create a solid foundation for aggressive attack and controlled sustain through long sets and studio sessions.
Key Features
- Set-thru construction at 25.5" scale
- MH-style body with arched top and inline reverse headstock
- Mahogany body with white ash top
- Three-piece maple neck with thin-U profile and Macassar ebony fingerboard
- 305mm compound radius fingerboard with 24 medium-jumbo stainless steel frets
- 42mm nut width
- Graph Tech Black TUSQ XL nut
- Fishman Fluence Mick Thomson Signature pickup with 3-way low profile toggle switch and push/pull volume Voice 3 control
- Hipshot Grip-Lock locking open gear tuners
- All-brass Hipshot Hi-Mass hardtail bridge
- Blue Luminlay side markers
- Obsidian Metallic finish
Built for touring musicians and serious players, this instrument combines the hardware, electronics, and construction quality demanded by high-gain applications and relentless live performance. The signature pickup voicing and set-thru sustain give you tonal depth and responsiveness that translates from rehearsal to arena stage.
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 |
| Bridge | Hipshot |
| Strings | 6 |
| Orientation | Right handed |
| Model Year | 2005 |
| Made In | South Korea |
Who This Is For
| Best suited for | Metal, Hard Rock, Thrash Metal, High-Gain Live Performance |
|---|---|
| Tonal character | Aggressive attack, controlled sustain, high-gain clarity, tight articulation, three-voice flexibility |
| Less specialized for | Jazz, Folk, Blues (it will do it; instruments voiced for that style do it more easily) |
| Skill level | Advanced / Professional |
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes the three-voice Fishman Fluence pickup different from a standard humbucker?
The Fishman Fluence offers three selectable voices via a low-profile toggle switch, and a fourth hidden voice unlocked through the push/pull volume control. This gives you tonal flexibility across aggressive, controlled, and singing character without swapping pickups or instruments.
Is this guitar suitable for standard tuning or drop tunings?
The 25.5" scale, stainless steel frets, and set-thru construction support both standard and drop tunings reliably. The thin-U neck profile and 42mm nut width accommodate extended-range and high-velocity playing across demanding performances.
What genres and playing styles is the MT-I built for?
This signature model is engineered for metal, hard rock, thrash metal, and high-gain live performance. Its aggressive attack, controlled sustain, and tight articulation make it less suited to jazz, folk, and blues applications.
How does the set-thru construction affect tone and durability?
Set-thru construction maximizes resonant sustain and tonal coherence by extending the neck through the body, creating a solid foundation for aggressive attack and controlled sustain in live and studio settings. The all-brass Hipshot Hi-Mass hardtail bridge locks in tuning stability for touring reliability.
What hardware and components are included?
The MT-I comes equipped with Hipshot Grip-Lock locking open-gear tuners, an all-brass Hipshot Hi-Mass hardtail bridge, Graph Tech Black TUSQ XL nut, 24 medium-jumbo stainless steel frets, and the Fishman Fluence Mick Thomson Signature pickup with 3-way toggle and push/pull voice control.
Do I pay sales tax on this order?
Sales tax is collected only on orders shipped to California; orders shipped to any other US state are not charged sales tax at checkout when you buy direct from our website. At a typical 7% rate that is an estimated $112 less at checkout than the same listed price on a marketplace, which collects sales tax as the facilitator in most states. Buyers remain responsible for any use tax their state applies. Free US shipping and 30-day returns are included.
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