ESP LTD SN-1HT Electric Guitar Black Blast
Description
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 |
| Country of Manufacture | South Korea |
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At a Glance
The ESP LTD SN-1HT is a hard-hitting solidbody built for fast, technical playing with a thin roasted maple neck and scalloped upper frets that reward precision in lead work and aggressive rhythm playing. Its Fishman Open Core Classic pickup delivers punchy, articulate tone with natural bite and tight sustain—ideal for metal, hard rock, and alternative styles where clarity cuts through a mix. The swamp ash body, hipshot hardtail bridge, and premium hardware make this a dependable stage and studio workhorse for intermediate to professional players who demand both playability and aggression.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Hard Rock
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Alternative
- ✓ Progressive
Not the best pick for
- – Jazz
- – Folk
- – Worship
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What skill level is this guitar designed for?
The SN-1HT is built for intermediate, advanced, and professional players. Its thin U-shaped neck, scalloped upper frets, and 25.5" scale length reward technical precision and facilitate fast position changes, making it ideal for players comfortable with aggressive genres and complex lead work.
What genres does this guitar excel in?
This guitar is optimized for hard rock, metal, alternative, and progressive styles where punchy articulation, aggressive bite, and tight sustain are essential. Its tone profile and hardware are less suited for jazz, folk, or worship applications.
What pickup is included and can it be customized?
The SN-1HT features a Fishman Open Core Classic pickup with a push/pull control that provides multiple voicings in a single pickup, offering substantial tonal range without requiring a swap. This design allows you to dial in everything from defined chugs to singing leads within one instrument.
What fret configuration does it have?
The guitar has 22 extra-jumbo stainless steel frets on a macassar ebony fretboard, with scalloped frets from the 17th to the 22nd for enhanced bending and expressive control. The scalloping allows for precise, effortless technique in lead passages.
How does the hardware support tuning stability?
The Hipshot hardtail bridge with string-thru-body construction combined with LTD locking tuners ensures consistent tuning stability even during demanding live and studio play, eliminating common tuning slip during heavy use.
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