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ESP LTD EC-2025 50th Anniversary Guitar Metallic Gold B-Stock vs ESP LTD KH-602 Kirk Hammet Guitar Purple Sparkle B-Stock 3239
The EC-2025 is a set-thru mahogany workhorse with Seymour Duncan pickups and a slightly shorter 24.75" scale, while the KH-602 is a neck-thru design with EMG active pickups and a longer 25.5" scale built around Kirk Hammett's signature sound. Choose the EC-2025 for versatile metal and hard rock across multiple genres; pick the KH-602 if you specifically want Hammett's aggressive articulate tone and Floyd Rose tremolo system.
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ESP LTD EC-2025 50th Anniversary Guitar Metallic Gold B-Stock
ESP LTD KH-602 Kirk Hammet Guitar Purple Sparkle B-Stock 3239
Specs side by side
| ESP LTD EC-2025 50th Anniversary Guitar Metallic Gold B-Stock | ESP LTD KH-602 Kirk Hammet Guitar Purple Sparkle B-Stock 3239 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $1,199.20 | $1,199.20 |
| Brand | ESP LTD | ESP LTD |
| Series | LTD EC | — |
| Body | Single Cutaway | 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 | HH |
| Bridge | Fixed | Tremolo |
| Year | 2025 | 2024 |
| Condition | Refurbished | Refurbished |
Why choose ESP LTD EC-2025 50th Anniversary Guitar Metallic Gold B-Stock
- ✓ Set-thru mahogany construction delivers warm sustain and tonal richness
- ✓ Seymour Duncan passive pickups offer transparent articulation and high output without active electronics
- ✓ 24.75" scale and thin U-neck contour suit smaller hands and extended playing comfort
- ✓ TonePros locking TOM bridge provides simple, reliable tuning stability
Why choose ESP LTD KH-602 Kirk Hammet Guitar Purple Sparkle B-Stock 3239
- ✓ Neck-thru maple construction maximizes sustain and structural resonance
- ✓ EMG active pickups deliver consistent, high-output aggression with clear note definition
- ✓ Floyd Rose 1000 tremolo system enables extreme pitch manipulation and dive-bomb effects
- ✓ 25.5" scale and Kirk Hammett signature voice optimized for djent and modern metal
Frequently asked questions
Which guitar suits tight, rhythmic metal riffing better?
Both excel at rhythmic heaviness. The KH-602's neck-thru construction and active EMG pickups emphasize percussive articulation ideal for djent, while the EC-2025's set-thru mahogany and passive Duncans deliver warmer, more traditional metal sustain. Choose based on whether you prefer articulate aggression or warm clarity.
How do the tremolo systems differ?
The EC-2025 uses a fixed TonePros TOM bridge for stable, straightforward tuning without tremolo effects. The KH-602 includes a Floyd Rose 1000 for dive-bombs, whammy abuse, and extreme pitch shifts. Only choose the KH-602 if you actively use tremolo techniques.
Which plays faster for lead work?
The EC-2025's shorter 24.75" scale and thin U-contour neck reward finger speed and reduced reach, especially for players with smaller hands. The KH-602's 25.5" scale and neck-thru design offer superior sustain for leads but require more reach. Both have 24 extra-jumbo frets for aggressive bending.
Are the electronics differences significant?
The EC-2025's Seymour Duncan passives require no batteries and offer dynamic range responsive to pick attack. The KH-602's EMG active pickups need a battery but deliver consistent output and tight noise rejection ideal for high-gain tones. Passives suit versatility; actives suit pure aggression.