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ESP LTD EC-1007B Evertune Baritone Guitar Black B-Stock vs ESP LTD KH-V Kirk Hammett Signature Guitar Metallic Gold B-Stock
The EC-1007B is a seven-string baritone built for extended-range drop tunings and studio precision, while the KH-V is a classic six-string lead machine optimized for thrash and hard rock soloing. Choose the EC-1007B if you need lower tunings and djent textures; pick the KH-V if you want a signature lead platform focused on speed and aggression.
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ESP LTD EC-1007B Evertune Baritone Guitar Black B-Stock
ESP LTD KH-V Kirk Hammett Signature Guitar Metallic Gold B-Stock
Specs side by side
| ESP LTD EC-1007B Evertune Baritone Guitar Black B-Stock | ESP LTD KH-V Kirk Hammett Signature Guitar Metallic Gold B-Stock | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $1,439.20 | $1,439.20 |
| Brand | ESP LTD | ESP LTD |
| Series | LTD EC | LTD Kirk Hammett |
| Body | Single Cutaway | Explorer |
| Body Type | Solid | Solid |
| Scale | 27" Baritone Scale | 25.5" Scale |
| Strings | 7 | 6 |
| Frets | 24 Frets | 24 Frets |
| Fretboard | Ebony | Ebony |
| Neck | Mahogany | Maple |
| Pickup Configuration | — | HH |
| Bridge | Fixed | Fixed |
| Year | 2023 | 2023 |
| Condition | Refurbished | Refurbished |
Why choose ESP LTD EC-1007B Evertune Baritone Guitar Black B-Stock
- ✓ Seven-string baritone with 27-inch scale handles extreme drop tunings without losing clarity
- ✓ EverTune bridge guarantees perfect intonation across all conditions and tuning shifts
- ✓ Versatile Fishman Fluence pickups with pull-to-switch tone control expand sonic palette
- ✓ Set-thru neck construction delivers enhanced sustain across extended range
Why choose ESP LTD KH-V Kirk Hammett Signature Guitar Metallic Gold B-Stock
- ✓ Neck-thru-body construction maximizes sustain and resonance for lead work
- ✓ Extra-thin U-shaped maple neck enables lightning-fast soloing and fret access
- ✓ High-output EMG Bone Breaker pickups deliver aggressive midrange punch signature to Kirk Hammett
- ✓ Classic six-string format familiar to players transitioning from standard guitars
Frequently asked questions
Which is better for drop-C or lower tunings?
The EC-1007B excels here—its 27-inch baritone scale and seven strings maintain string tension and clarity in extreme drop tunings. The KH-V is a standard six-string and best stays in drop-D or drop-C at most.
What's the main playability difference?
The EC-1007B has a 48mm nut width and compound fingerboard radius for rhythm and lead balance across seven strings. The KH-V features an extra-thin neck and neck-thru design optimized purely for fast solo work on six strings.
How do the pickups differ in tone?
The EC-1007B uses Fishman Fluence Modern Humbuckers with pull-to-switch controls for articulate cleans and overdriven textures. The KH-V uses active EMG Bone Breaker pickups tuned for searing high-output aggression and midrange punch.
Which holds intonation better during aggressive playing?
The EC-1007B has an EverTune bridge that maintains perfect intonation across all conditions automatically. The KH-V uses a traditional Tone Pros locking bridge with string-through design, which is stable but requires manual tuning adjustments.