ESP LTD SN-1HT Electric Guitar Black Blast
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ESP LTD SN-1HT Electric Guitar Black Blast
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- SKU
- LSN1HTBLKBLAST1
- Color
- Black
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Description
Sound & Tone
The swamp ash body, roasted maple neck and macassar ebony fretboard push this toward a punchy, articulate voice with tight low end and clear note separation, while the Hipshot hardtail and string-thru-body construction add focused sustain and stable tuning. The Fishman Open Core Classic pickup handles defined palm-muted chugging and cutting single-note leads, and its push/pull control opens up additional voicings for cleaner or thinner textures. With a 25.5" scale, extra-jumbo stainless frets and scalloped frets from 17 to 22, it favors hard rock, metal and alternative players who need bite for rhythm work and expressive bending up high.
ESP LTD SN-1HT Electric Guitar Black Blast
The ESP LTD SN-1HT delivers a fast, comfortable playing experience with its thin U-shaped roasted maple neck and streamlined solidbody design—extended sessions feel effortless navigating intricate lead passages or anchoring tight rhythm work. This guitar produces a punchy, articulate tone with excellent sustain and natural aggression, making it well-suited for hard rock, metal, and alternative genres where clarity and bite are essential. The combination of premium tonewoods, sophisticated electronics, and thoughtful hardware engineering creates an instrument that rewards both technical precision and expressive playing.
Playability & Feel
The thin U-shaped roasted maple neck paired with a macassar ebony fretboard featuring 22 extra-jumbo stainless steel frets and dot abalone inlays creates an exceptionally fast, responsive playing surface. The scalloped frets (17–22) enhance expressive performance and allow for precise bending techniques, while the 25.5" scale length maintains familiar string tension and intonation across the entire neck.
Tone & Electronics
The Fishman Open Core Classic pickup with push/pull control for multiple voicings provides substantial tonal range and versatility, delivering defined palm-muted chugs and singing leads with impressive resonance. Paired with a swamp ash body and hipshot hardtail bridge with string-thru-body construction, the guitar achieves tight, focused sustain and consistent tuning stability across demanding play styles.
Key Features
- Body: Solid swamp ash with bolt-on construction
- Neck: Thin U-shaped roasted maple
- Fretboard: Macassar ebony with 22 extra-jumbo stainless steel frets
- Fret inlays: Dot abalone
- Scalloped frets (17–22) for enhanced expressive performance
- Scale length: 25.5"
- Pickup: Fishman Open Core Classic with push/pull control
- Bridge: Hipshot hardtail with string-thru-body
- Tuners: LTD locking tuners
- Finish: Sandblasted black with matching black components and pickguard
- Configuration: 6-string, right-handed
The ESP LTD SN-1HT combines premium materials, precise construction, and versatile electronics into a dependable instrument capable of handling both studio sessions and demanding live environments.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
| Neck Construction | Bolt-On |
| 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 | Bolt-On |
| Bridge | Hipshot |
| Strings | 6 |
| Orientation | Right handed |
| Model Year | 2025 |
| Made In | South Korea |
Who This Is For
| Best suited for | Metal, Hard Rock, Alternative, Studio Sessions, Live Performance |
|---|---|
| Tonal character | Punchy, articulate, aggressive bite, tight low end, singing sustain |
| Less specialized for | Jazz, Blues, Folk (it will do it; instruments voiced for that style do it more easily) |
| Skill level | Intermediate / Advanced / Professional |
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is this guitar best suited for?
The SN-1HT is designed for intermediate to professional players working in metal, hard rock, and alternative music. It excels in both studio and live settings and is not well-suited for jazz, blues, or folk genres.
What makes the neck feel so fast?
The thin U-shaped roasted maple neck combined with a macassar ebony fretboard, 22 extra-jumbo stainless steel frets, and scalloped frets (17–22) create an exceptionally responsive playing surface that reduces finger movement and enhances expressive techniques like bending.
How does it stay in tune during aggressive playing?
The Hipshot hardtail bridge with string-thru-body construction provides tight, focused sustain and consistent tuning stability, while LTD locking tuners keep strings secure even during demanding play styles and extended sessions.
What tonal range does the Fishman pickup offer?
The Fishman Open Core Classic pickup with push/pull control delivers versatile tones ranging from defined palm-muted chugs to singing leads with impressive resonance, paired with the solid swamp ash body for punchy, articulate tone with aggressive bite and natural sustain.
What is the scale length and string configuration?
The SN-1HT is a 6-string right-handed guitar with a 25.5-inch scale length, which maintains familiar string tension and intonation across the entire neck.
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 $105 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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