ESP LTD SN-1000HT Lefty Guitar Fire Blast
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ESP LTD SN-1000HT Lefty Guitar Fire Blast
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- SKU
- LSN1000HTFIREBLASTLH
- Color
- Sunburst
. Description
Sound & Tone
Swamp ash and a roasted maple neck give this left-handed SN-1000HT a bright, articulate voice with strong sustain, and the Hipshot hardtail with string-through-body construction adds firmness and note definition. The Fishman Fluence Modern humbuckers cover a wide range, with the Alnico neck offering warmer, rounder lead tones and the Ceramic bridge delivering tight, aggressive high-gain attack, while push/pull Voice 2 on both controls shifts the character mid-song. The 25.51" scale keeps string tension focused and the scalloped upper frets favor expressive bending, making it a natural fit for rock, metal, and modern progressive playing.
ESP LTD SN-1000HT Lefty Guitar Fire Blast
Left-handed players demanding high-performance hardware will find a thin U-shaped neck profile that accelerates playing across the fingerboard while maintaining comfort during extended sessions. The swamp ash body paired with a roasted maple neck creates a bright, articulate platform with excellent sustain—characteristics that modern genres demand. The Fire Blast finish paired with black hardware presents a visually commanding presence without sacrificing the instrument's responsiveness or tonal clarity.
Playability & Feel
The Macassar ebony fingerboard with compound radius (300–400mm) accommodates both rhythm and lead playing without compromise. 22 extra-jumbo stainless steel frets with scalloping from fret 17–22 enable aggressive bending and vibrato in the upper register, while the 42mm bone nut ensures superior sustain and resonance with optimal string spacing for left-handed play.
Tone & Electronics
Fishman Fluence Modern Humbuckers (Alnico neck, Ceramic bridge) deliver dynamic articulation across a broad tonal spectrum, with Voice 2 accessible via push/pull controls on both volume and tone for on-the-fly sonic shifts. The Hipshot hardtail bridge with string-through-body design and LTD locking tuners anchor intonation and stability during performances and recording sessions.
Key Features
- 25.51" (648mm) scale length for optimal string tension and articulate tone
- Swamp ash body with sandblasted Fire Blast finish
- Roasted maple bolt-on neck with enhanced durability and tonal stability
- Macassar ebony fingerboard with mother-of-pearl dot inlays and compound radius
- 22 extra-jumbo stainless steel frets with scalloped upper frets (17–22)
- Black bone nut, 42mm width
- Thin U neck contour optimized for speed and comfort
- Fishman Fluence Modern Humbuckers with push/pull Voice 2 selector
- Hipshot hardtail bridge with string-through-body design
- LTD locking tuners for tuning stability
- Volume/Tone controls with push/pull functionality and 3-way toggle switch
- Dome control knobs and brushed black pickguard
The ESP LTD SN-1000HT Lefty combines professional-grade construction, versatile electronics, and meticulous hardware to meet the demands of left-handed players across rock, metal, and modern genres.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Left handed |
| Country of Manufacture | South Korea |
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Specifications
| Body Style | Stratocaster |
|---|---|
| Scale Length | 25.5" Scale |
| Frets | 22 Frets |
| Fretboard | Ebony |
| Neck Wood | Maple |
| Bridge | Fixed |
| Strings | 6 |
| Orientation | Left handed |
| Model Year | 2023 |
| Made In | South Korea |
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Hard Rock
- ✓ Modern Rock
- ✓ Extended Range
- ✓ Gigging
Not the best pick for
- – Jazz
- – Blues
- – Country
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the neck profile like and how does it feel for extended playing sessions?
The SN-1000HT features a thin U-shaped neck contour optimized for speed and comfort during long playing sessions. The compound radius fingerboard (300–400mm) balances rhythm and lead playing across the full range, and the upper 22 frets are scalloped from fret 17–22 to enable aggressive bending and vibrato without fatigue.
What pickups are in this guitar and can I switch tones on the fly?
The SN-1000HT comes equipped with Fishman Fluence Modern Humbuckers—Alnico neck and Ceramic bridge—with push/pull Voice 2 selector controls on both volume and tone knobs, giving you real-time sonic flexibility without stopping play. This dual-voice system lets you dial between two distinct tonal characters instantly.
Is this guitar good for jazz or blues, or is it strictly a metal instrument?
The SN-1000HT is engineered specifically for metal, hard rock, and modern rock; its bright, articulate, high-output tone and aggressive upper-fret scalloping are not optimized for jazz or blues playing. Its tight sustain and dynamic response suit extended-range and heavy styles best.
What hardware and bridge setup does it use?
The SN-1000HT features a Hipshot hardtail bridge with string-through-body design for maximum intonation stability and sustain, paired with LTD locking tuners to anchor tuning during high-demand performances and recording sessions.
What is the scale length and how does that affect tone?
The SN-1000HT has a 25.51-inch (648mm) scale length, which provides optimal string tension and delivers the bright, articulate tone and tight sustain that modern rock and metal demand.
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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