ESP James Hetfield Vulture Signature Guitar Black Satin

ESP James Hetfield Vulture Signature Guitar – Black Satin

The ESP Vulture sits heavy in the hands with a thin U-neck contour that balances comfort with the solid, authoritative feel Hetfield demands. Its angular V-style body commands presence on any stage, while the set-neck mahogany construction delivers thick, resonant tone with exceptional sustain. Built in Japan to elite professional standards, this is an instrument engineered for players who need precision, power, and uncompromising rhythm authority.

Playability & Construction

The Vulture pairs a 24.75" scale with set-neck mahogany construction and a one-piece mahogany neck, yielding rich sustain and authoritative low-end response. The thin U neck contour enables fast, comfortable playability across the 22 extra-jumbo frets and macassar ebony fingerboard with its 350mm radius, perfectly suited for both percussive palm-muted riffs and articulate lead lines.

Tone & Electronics

The EMG JH "Het Set" active pickups capture the crushing rhythm tones and clarity that define Hetfield's signature sound, delivering massive output, tight low end, and exceptional note definition. Control and routing flow through a Volume/Volume/Toggle Switch layout, giving you precise command over neck and bridge pickup tones with stage-ready reliability.

Key Features

• Set-neck construction with mahogany body and 3-piece mahogany neck
• 24.75" scale length for thick, resonant tone
• Thin U neck contour for fast, comfortable playability
• Macassar ebony fingerboard with 350mm radius
• 22 extra-jumbo frets
• 42mm molded nut
• EMG JH SET active pickups (neck and bridge)
• Volume/Volume/Toggle Switch electronics layout
• LTD locking tuners for tuning stability
• Tonepros locking TOM bridge and tailpiece
• Black satin finish with black hardware throughout
• Vulture form-fit case included

The ESP James Hetfield Vulture combines aggressive original design with James Hetfield's signature tone and ESP's renowned Japanese craftsmanship—a modern metal instrument built for players who demand uncompromising rhythm power and precision.