ESP LTD Snakebyte Left-Handed Electric Guitar in Snow White
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- SKU
- LSNAKEBYTESWLH
- Color
- White
. Description
Sound & Tone
The mahogany body and set three-piece mahogany neck give this Snakebyte a thick, sustaining midrange, while the Macassar ebony fretboard and 24.75" scale keep note attack tight and defined under heavy palm muting. The EMG JH SET active humbuckers push high output with clear articulation, so chugging low riffs stay separated and lead lines cut through with a focused, compressed edge. With independent volume controls, a three-way toggle, extra-jumbo frets and a TonePros locking bridge for tuning stability, it's aimed squarely at metal and hard rock rhythm playing and sustained lead work, in a left-handed configuration.
ESP LTD James Hetfield Snakebyte Left-Handed Electric Guitar in Snow White
The Snakebyte is a left-handed instrument built on a thin U-contoured neck and 24.75" scale, engineered for aggressive playing with responsive control and comfortable access across the fretboard. Its set-neck construction delivers the sustain and resonance expected from a mahogany body and three-piece mahogany neck, while the distinctive Snow White finish and pearloid snake inlay establish immediate visual presence. This is a guitar designed for players who demand both performance and aesthetic impact.
Playability & Build
The thin U neck contour with 350mm fingerboard radius and 42mm nut width provides a balanced platform for both rhythm and lead work, while the 22 extra-jumbo frets accommodate aggressive bending and sustained notes. Set-neck construction at a 24.75" scale maximizes sustain and tonal coherence, making this left-handed configuration equally responsive as its right-handed counterparts.
Tone & Electronics
The EMG JH SET active humbucker pickups deliver the high-output, articulate aggression characteristic of modern metal platforms, controlled via a three-way toggle switch with independent volume controls for bridge and neck positions. TonePros locking TOM bridge and tailpiece with LTD locking tuners ensure rock-solid tuning stability and intonation precision, critical for sustained performances and heavy riffing.
Key Features
- Set-neck construction at 24.75" scale
- Mahogany body and three-piece mahogany neck
- Macassar ebony fretboard with pearloid snake inlay at 12th fret
- 22 extra-jumbo frets with 350mm fingerboard radius
- 42mm molded nut, thin U neck contour
- EMG JH SET active humbucker pickups (Volume/Volume/Toggle Switch configuration)
- TonePros locking TOM bridge and tailpiece
- LTD locking tuners with black hardware
- Snow White finish
- Left-handed configuration
- Includes D'Addario XL110 strings and Snakebyte Form Fit hard case
- Requires 9V battery for active electronics
This left-handed Snakebyte combines professional-grade hardware, active electronics, and meticulous craftsmanship into an instrument ready for serious performance and recording work.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Left handed |
| Neck Construction | Set-Neck |
| Country of Manufacture | South Korea |
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Specifications
| Body Style | Single Cutaway |
|---|---|
| Scale Length | 24.75" Scale |
| Frets | 22 Frets |
| Fretboard | Ebony |
| Neck Wood | Mahogany |
| Neck Construction | Set-Neck |
| Pickups | Active HH |
| Bridge | Tune-O-Matic / Stopbar |
| Strings | 6 |
| Orientation | Left handed |
| Model Year | 2016 |
| Made In | South Korea |
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Hard Rock
- ✓ Thrash Metal
- ✓ Drop Tunings
Not the best pick for
- – Jazz
- – Folk
- – Country
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What skill level is this guitar suited for?
The Snakebyte is designed for intermediate, advanced, and professional players. Its thin U-contoured neck, extra-jumbo frets, and 24.75" scale reward aggressive playing technique and sustain-focused lead work typical of modern metal and hard rock.
Does this guitar work well for drop tunings and heavy riffing?
Yes. The set-neck construction, mahogany body, and TonePros locking bridge with LTD locking tuners are engineered specifically for drop tunings and sustained heavy riffing, ensuring tight tuning stability and intonation precision even under aggressive play.
What pickups does it have, and do they require anything special?
The guitar features EMG JH SET active humbucker pickups with a Volume/Volume/Toggle Switch configuration, delivering high-output, articulate aggression. Active electronics require a 9V battery, which powers the amplified signal for responsive tone shaping.
Is this guitar left-handed, and what are the specs?
Yes, this is a left-handed instrument. It features a 24.75" scale, 22 extra-jumbo frets, 350mm fingerboard radius, 42mm nut width, and a thin U neck contour. The body and three-piece neck are mahogany with a macassar ebony fretboard and pearloid snake inlay at the 12th fret.
What genres is this guitar best suited for?
The Snakebyte excels in metal, hard rock, and thrash metal. Its aggressive tonal profile and responsive hardware make it less suited for jazz, folk, or country applications.
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 $105 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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