ESP LTD Vulture Electric Guitar in Black Satin
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- SKU
- LVULTUREBLKS
- Color
- Black
. Description
Sound & Tone
Mahogany body and set-in three-piece mahogany neck give the Vulture a dense, resonant low end with long sustain, while the Macassar ebony fingerboard adds tightness and attack definition on top. The active EMG JH SET humbuckers push a thick, saturated voice that stays articulate under heavy gain, so palm-muted chugging keeps its note separation and lead lines cut through with clarity. With the 24.75" scale adding a slightly slinkier feel and warmer core tone, it's aimed squarely at modern and classic metal rhythm work and high-gain soloing.
ESP LTD James Hetfield Vulture Electric Guitar in Black Satin
The ESP LTD James Hetfield Vulture is built for the stage and studio alike—a purpose-built metal machine with a thick neck contour that locks into your palm and a set neck construction delivering rock-solid sustain and responsiveness that translates every pick attack into the amp with surgical precision. Dual active EMG JH SET pickups deliver the articulation and punch needed for heavy riffs, capturing thick, saturated tone while maintaining string clarity that cuts through a live mix without losing definition. From palm-muted chugging to screaming leads, this guitar handles the full dynamic range of metal performance.
Playability & Feel
The thin U neck contour and 24.75" scale create a fast, responsive platform that rewards aggressive playing and quick position shifts. 22 XJ frets deliver excellent upper fret access for soloing and reach, while the 42mm molded nut and 350mm fingerboard radius ensure precise intonation and comfortable fretting across the Macassar ebony fingerboard.
Tone & Electronics
The active electronics layout with dual volume controls and toggle switch gives you real-time tonal shaping during live sets. Tonepros locking TOM bridge and tailpiece combined with LTD locking tuners lock in your tuning through relentless performances, while the 3-piece mahogany neck and mahogany body deliver the dense, resonant low-end and harmonic clarity metal demands on any stage.
Key Features
- Set-neck mahogany construction for sustain and responsiveness
- 3-piece mahogany neck with thin U contour
- 24.75" scale length
- Macassar ebony fingerboard with 350mm radius
- 22 XJ frets with 42mm molded nut
- Dual EMG JH SET active pickups
- Active electronics with Vol/Vol/Toggle Switch layout
- Tonepros locking TOM bridge and tailpiece
- LTD locking tuners
- Black satin hardware and finish
- Included Vulture form-fit case
The Vulture is engineered for players demanding tuning stability, aggressive tone, and the reliability to perform night after night without compromise.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
| Neck Construction | Set-Neck |
| Country of Manufacture | South Korea |
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Specifications
| Body Style | Explorer |
|---|---|
| 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 | Right handed |
| Made In | South Korea |
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Hard Rock
- ✓ Djent
- ✓ Drop Tunings
Not the best pick for
- – Jazz
- – Folk
- – Country
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What skill level is this guitar designed for?
The Vulture is engineered for intermediate, advanced, and professional players. Its thin U-contour neck and fast playability suit aggressive playing styles, while the active electronics and high-output pickups demand familiarity with dialing tones on the fly.
What genres and tunings is this guitar best suited for?
The Vulture excels in metal, hard rock, djent, and drop-tuning styles. Its dense low-end, articulate pickups, and 24.75" scale provide the tonal foundation and responsiveness these genres require; it is not optimized for jazz, folk, or country playing.
How does the active pickup system work?
The dual EMG JH SET active pickups are powered by onboard electronics and controlled via a Vol/Vol/Toggle Switch layout, allowing you to dial in aggressive tonal variations on demand. Active electronics produce higher output and more focused, punchy articulation than passive designs.
Will this guitar stay in tune during aggressive playing?
Yes. The combination of a set-neck mahogany construction, Tonepros locking TOM bridge and tailpiece, and LTD locking tuners provides rock-solid tuning stability, even during intense live performances or heavy drop-tuning work.
How does the Vulture compare to similar metal guitars?
The Vulture competes directly with models like the Schecter Hellraiser C-1, Ibanez RG2570Z, Dean Vendetta, and Jackson JS32 Dinky. Its set-neck mahogany construction, active EMG pickups, and Tonepros hardware offer a balance of sustain, tuning stability, and aggressive tone tailored for modern metal and djent.
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 $112 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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