ESP LTD M-7HT Baritone Black Metal 7-String Guitar in Black Red Burst
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- Brand new in original box
- Full ESP LTD manufacturer's warranty
- Free shipping in the continental US
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- SKU
- LM7BHTBKMBLKREDBS
. Description
Sound & Tone
The 27" baritone scale and seven-string layout keep low tunings tight and defined, while the alder body, neck-thru maple construction and Macassar ebony fingerboard push the voice toward clarity, attack and sustain rather than looseness. The direct-mounted Seymour Duncan Blackened Black Winter is a high-output passive humbucker built for focused, aggressive rhythm work, with the push-pull coil-split offering a thinner, cleaner voice when the full bridge tone is too dense. It sits squarely in modern and extended-range metal territory — percussive riffing, low-register chugging and lead lines up past the 24th fret.
ESP LTD M-7HT Baritone Black Metal 7-String Guitar in Black Red Burst Satin
The M-7HT captures the aggressive, articulate response essential for tracking modern metal in extended-range territory. Its neck-thru construction and extra-thin U-shaped maple neck enable precise intonation across all seven strings, while the baritone tuning and 27" scale anchor heavy riffs with natural clarity and definition—critical for maintaining separation and punch in dense mixes.
Construction & Session Performance
Neck-thru-body design with alder body and three-piece extra-thin U-shaped maple neck ensures tuning stability and seamless fretboard navigation during takes and overdubs. The 27" scale and 48mm nut width accommodate lower tunings and wider string spacing, delivering consistent harmonic control throughout recording sessions, while the 400mm fingerboard radius and 24 XJ frets support both clean rhythm tracking and aggressive lead layers.
Tone & Recording Electronics
A single direct-mounted Seymour Duncan Blackened Black Winter passive pickup delivers the focused, high-output aggression essential to modern metal production. The push-pull Master Volume control enables instant coil-split access for tonal flexibility during sessions without sacrificing workflow simplicity, while LTD Locking tuners and a Hipshot String Thru bridge ensure tuning stability and optimal resonance capture across takes.
Key Features
- Neck-thru-body construction with alder body
- Three-piece extra-thin U-shaped maple neck
- 27" baritone scale length
- Macassar ebony fingerboard with 400mm radius
- 24 XJ frets with glow-in-the-dark side markers
- 48mm nut width
- Seymour Duncan Blackened Black Winter direct-mounted pickup
- Master Volume with push-pull coil-split control
- Hipshot String Thru bridge
- LTD Locking tuners
- Black hardware throughout
- Black Satin finish; Made in Indonesia
This baritone seven-string combines neck-thru rigidity and fretboard access with focused, aggressive electronics designed for production-ready extended-range metal recording.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
| Neck Construction | Neck-Thru-Body |
| Country of Manufacture | South Korea |
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Specifications
| Scale Length | 27" Scale |
|---|---|
| Frets | 24 Frets |
| Fretboard | Ebony |
| Neck Wood | Maple |
| Neck Construction | Neck-Thru-Body |
| Bridge | Hipshot |
| Strings | 7 |
| Orientation | Right handed |
| Made In | South Korea |
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Djent
- ✓ Extended Range
- ✓ Drop Tunings
Not the best pick for
- – Jazz
- – Traditional Blues
- – Folk
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What tuning and string gauge does the 27-inch scale support?
The 27" baritone scale and 48mm nut width are designed for 7-string extended-range tuning and drop tunings typical of modern metal and djent. Exact string gauges will depend on your preferred tuning, but the scale and nut width provide the spacing and tension needed for heavier gauges.
How does the coil-split control work?
The Master Volume knob includes a push-pull switch that engages a coil-split on the Seymour Duncan Blackened Black Winter pickup, giving you access to a thinner, more articulate tone without requiring multiple pickup switches. This lets you stay in one position while expanding your tonal range.
Is this guitar suitable for jazz or blues?
No—the M-7HT is purpose-built for metal, djent, and extended-range playing. Its tight, percussive tone profile, aggressive pickup voicing, and baritone tuning are optimized for modern metal tones and are not a good fit for jazz or traditional blues styles.
What are the differences between neck-thru and bolt-on construction on a 7-string?
Neck-thru construction, used on the M-7HT, provides superior tuning stability, seamless upper-fret access, and sustained resonance—critical for extended-range playing and the percussive clarity demanded in metal. The three-piece maple neck also resists warping under the tension of baritone tunings.
What pickup is installed and can it be swapped?
The M-7HT comes with a direct-mounted Seymour Duncan Blackened Black Winter pickup, a high-output passive design voiced for modern metal. The direct-mount design means swapping pickups requires rerouting the body cavity, so upgrade options are limited compared to standard pickguard designs.
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