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ESP LTD AS-1/FR/FM/LIME BURST guitar vs ESP LTD GH-SV BLK guitar
The AS-1/FR/FM prioritizes tonal versatility and visual impact with its Flamed Maple top and dual Seymour Duncan pickups, while the GH-SV focuses on aggressive, high-output metal tones with active EMG electronics. Choose the AS-1 for players wanting balanced clean-to-saturated capability; choose the GH-SV for metal specialists demanding maximum cutting power and sustain.
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Specs side by side
| ESP LTD AS-1/FR/FM/LIME BURST guitar | ESP LTD GH-SV BLK guitar | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $1,899.00 | $1,999.00 |
| Brand | ESP LTD | ESP LTD |
| Body | — | Single Cutaway |
| Body Type | — | Solid |
| Scale | 24.75" Scale | 24.75" Scale |
| Strings | 6 | 6 |
| Frets | 22 Frets | 22 Frets |
| Fretboard | Ebony | Ebony |
| Neck | Maple | Mahogany |
| Neck Construction | Neck-Thru-Body | Neck-Thru-Body |
| Pickup Configuration | HH | Active HH |
| Bridge | Floyd Rose Licensed | Floyd Rose Licensed |
| Year | Unknown | 2023 |
| Condition | New | New |
Why choose ESP LTD AS-1/FR/FM/LIME BURST guitar
- ✓ Dual Seymour Duncan pickups with coil-tap for greater tonal range across genres
- ✓ Flamed Maple top in eye-catching Lime Burst finish
- ✓ Set-Thru construction balances sustain with lighter feel
- ✓ Volume/Volume/Tone push-pull configuration offers independent pickup blending
Why choose ESP LTD GH-SV BLK guitar
- ✓ High-output active EMG pickups deliver thick, aggressive metal voicing with cutting sustain
- ✓ Neck-thru-body construction maximizes resonance and upper-fret access
- ✓ Extra-jumbo stainless steel frets support rapid, aggressive playing
- ✓ Double-locking Floyd Rose provides superior tuning stability during heavy use
Frequently asked questions
Which guitar is better for metal?
Both excel in metal, but the GH-SV is engineered specifically for that genre with active EMG pickups designed for high-output aggression and cutting sustain. The AS-1 is more versatile, handling metal equally well while maintaining strong clean tones.
What's the main electronics difference?
The AS-1 uses passive Seymour Duncan pickups with coil-tap and independent volume controls for blending tones. The GH-SV uses active EMG pickups (89R neck, 81 bridge) optimized for consistent, high-output modern metal voicing.
How do the builds differ in sustain and stability?
The AS-1 uses Set-Thru construction for solid sustain with slightly lighter weight. The GH-SV uses full neck-thru-body construction for maximum resonance and sustain. Both have Floyd Rose 1000 systems; the GH-SV adds double-locking for superior stability during aggressive playing.
Which is better for playability during fast lead work?
The GH-SV edges ahead with extra-jumbo stainless steel frets and neck-thru construction that extends upper-fret comfort. The AS-1 offers smooth bending on standard XJ frets with a comfortable U-contour neck suitable for extended sessions at any skill level.