LEC01FTBLKLH vs LKH602-B — Compare
ESP LTD EC-01FT Black Lefty Electric Guitar vs ESP LTD KH-602 Kirk Hammett Electric Guitar Black B-Stock
The EC-01FT is a versatile workhorse suited to rock, blues, and metal with a balanced neck and single pickup, while the KH-602 is a shredder-focused metal machine with dual active pickups, a thinner neck, and a Floyd Rose tremolo. Choose the EC-01FT for tonal variety and comfort; choose the KH-602 for speed, aggression, and advanced tremolo work.
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ESP LTD EC-01FT Black Lefty Electric Guitar
ESP LTD KH-602 Kirk Hammett Electric Guitar Black B-Stock
Specs side by side
| ESP LTD EC-01FT Black Lefty Electric Guitar | ESP LTD KH-602 Kirk Hammett Electric Guitar Black B-Stock | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $1,099.00 | $1,119.20 |
| Brand | ESP LTD | ESP LTD |
| Series | LTD EC | — |
| Body | Single Cutaway | — |
| Body Type | Solid | Solid |
| Scale | 25.5" Scale | 25.5" Scale |
| Strings | 6 | 6 |
| Frets | 24 Frets | 24 Frets |
| Fretboard | Ebony | Ebony |
| Neck | Mahogany | Maple |
| Pickup Configuration | HH | — |
| Bridge | Fixed | Tremolo |
| Year | 2024 | 2025 |
| Condition | New | Refurbished |
Why choose ESP LTD EC-01FT Black Lefty Electric Guitar
- ✓ Left-handed configuration (EC-01FT only)
- ✓ Seymour Duncan Custom 14 with coil-split for articulate cleans and versatile tones
- ✓ Set-thru mahogany construction for warm sustain
- ✓ 43mm nut width and Thin U neck balance comfort with upper-fret access
Why choose ESP LTD KH-602 Kirk Hammett Electric Guitar Black B-Stock
- ✓ Dual EMG Bone Breaker active pickups for high-output, noise-free aggression
- ✓ Neck-thru construction maximizes sustain for sustained metal tones
- ✓ Extra-thin U neck and 350mm radius for fast technical playing and reduced finger fatigue
- ✓ Floyd Rose 1000 tremolo for dive bombs and expressive whammy work; B-stock pricing for value
Frequently asked questions
Which guitar is better for genres beyond metal?
The EC-01FT is more versatile, suited to rock, hard rock, blues, and metal with its single Seymour Duncan pickup and coil-split option. The KH-602 is optimized for metal and thrash metal; its dual active EMGs and design philosophy cater specifically to high-gain contexts.
What's the difference in neck feel and speed?
The EC-01FT features a Thin U contour at 43mm nut width for balanced comfort and stability. The KH-602 has an extra-thin U neck at 42mm with a 350mm radius specifically engineered for fast technical playing and reduced finger fatigue during shredding.
How do the pickup systems differ?
The EC-01FT uses a single Seymour Duncan Custom 14 with coil-split for articulate cleans and dynamic riff tones. The KH-602 uses dual EMG Bone Breaker active pickups designed for high-output, noise-free crushing distortion and tight aggression in high-gain settings.
Which offers better value?
The KH-602 is listed as B-stock (unplayed, fully set up), which typically offers a price discount versus new. Both are mid-tier pricing, but B-stock status makes the KH-602 a smart value pick for players committed to metal and shredding.