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ESP LTD Deluxe EC-1000QM See Thru Black Cherry Guitar B-Stock vs ESP LTD Horizon Custom '87 Guitar in Black B-Stock
The EC-1000QM is a mahogany-body set-thru guitar with Fishman active pickups optimized for thick, resonant tones and natural compression, while the Horizon Custom '87 is a neck-thru alder guitar with passive Seymour Duncan pickups and a Floyd Rose tremolo for high-output aggression and pitch manipulation. Choose the EC-1000QM for sustained, harmonic-rich blues and progressive rock; pick the Horizon Custom '87 if you need a high-output workhorse with tremolo range for metal and modern hard rock.
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ESP LTD Deluxe EC-1000QM See Thru Black Cherry Guitar B-Stock
ESP LTD Horizon Custom '87 Guitar in Black B-Stock
Specs side by side
| ESP LTD Deluxe EC-1000QM See Thru Black Cherry Guitar B-Stock | ESP LTD Horizon Custom '87 Guitar in Black B-Stock | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $1,199.20 | $1,199.20 |
| Brand | ESP LTD | ESP LTD |
| Series | LTD EC | LTD H |
| Body | Single Cutaway | — |
| Body Type | Solid | Solid |
| Scale | 24.75" 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 | 2023 | 2023 |
| Condition | Refurbished | Refurbished |
Why choose ESP LTD Deluxe EC-1000QM See Thru Black Cherry Guitar B-Stock
- ✓ Set-thru mahogany construction delivers rich, singing sustain and natural harmonic complexity
- ✓ Fishman Fluence Modern pickups provide clarity with built-in natural compression across all frequencies
- ✓ Active electronics give full tonal control from saturated rhythm to expressive leads
- ✓ Shorter 24.75-inch scale enhances bending range and comfortable reach
Why choose ESP LTD Horizon Custom '87 Guitar in Black B-Stock
- ✓ Neck-thru construction with extra-thin maple neck maximizes upper-fret access and sustain
- ✓ High-output Seymour Duncan TB-5 and Hot Rails pickups excel at aggressive metal tones
- ✓ Floyd Rose 1000 double-locking tremolo enables dramatic pitch shifts without tuning slip
- ✓ Coil-splitting on both volume and tone knobs unlocks single-coil textures for tonal versatility
Frequently asked questions
Which guitar handles extended tremolo work better?
The Horizon Custom '87 is engineered for tremolo, featuring a Floyd Rose 1000 double-locking system that maintains tuning during dramatic pitch shifts. The EC-1000QM uses a fixed TonePros bridge, which cannot perform dive-bombs or whammy effects.
What is the difference in body wood and how does it affect tone?
The EC-1000QM uses mahogany with a quilted maple top, producing warm, sustaining tones with harmonic complexity. The Horizon Custom '87 uses alder with an archtop design, delivering balanced, articulate response across gain levels with definition in both rhythm and lead contexts.
Are the pickups active or passive, and what does that matter?
The EC-1000QM uses active Fishman Fluence pickups powered by a battery, offering consistent output and built-in compression. The Horizon Custom '87 uses passive Seymour Duncan pickups, which respond more dynamically to pick attack and gain stacking, favoring higher-output lead tones.
Which neck profile suits faster playing and lead work?
The Horizon Custom '87 features an extra-thin U-shaped maple neck designed for speed and precision, while the EC-1000QM uses a smooth three-piece mahogany neck optimized for comfort and natural feel. Both accommodate advanced technique, but the Horizon excels for rapid lead passages.