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ESP LTD H3-1000 See Thru Purple Sunburst B-Stock 2616 vs ESP LTD M-Black Metal Electric Guitar Black Satin B-Stock
The H3-1000 is a versatile rock and alternative workhorse with warm, balanced tones and set-thru construction, while the M-Black is a dedicated metal machine built for aggression, speed, and drop tunings with neck-thru design and Floyd Rose tremolo. Choose the H3-1000 if you want tonal flexibility across rock styles; choose the M-Black if metal and fast lead work are your primary focus.
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ESP LTD H3-1000 See Thru Purple Sunburst B-Stock 2616
ESP LTD M-Black Metal Electric Guitar Black Satin B-Stock
Specs side by side
| ESP LTD H3-1000 See Thru Purple Sunburst B-Stock 2616 | ESP LTD M-Black Metal Electric Guitar Black Satin B-Stock | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $869.00 | $879.20 |
| Brand | ESP LTD | ESP LTD |
| Series | LTD H3 | LTD Black Metal |
| Body | — | SG Style |
| Body Type | Solid | Solid |
| Scale | 25.5" Scale | 25.5" Scale |
| Strings | 6 | 6 |
| Frets | 24 Frets | 24 Frets |
| Fretboard | Ebony | Ebony |
| Neck | Maple | Maple |
| Pickup Configuration | — | H |
| Bridge | Fixed | Tremolo |
| Year | 2021 | 2024 |
| Condition | Refurbished | Refurbished |
Why choose ESP LTD H3-1000 See Thru Purple Sunburst B-Stock 2616
- ✓ Dual Seymour Duncan pickups (Sentient/Pegasus) deliver warm, articulate tones suitable for rock, metal, and alternative styles
- ✓ Set-thru neck construction balances sustain with comfortable playability for intermediate to advanced players
- ✓ Tonepros locking TOM bridge with string-thru design locks in tuning and sustain reliably
- ✓ Flamed maple top with see-thru purple sunburst finish provides striking visual appeal
Why choose ESP LTD M-Black Metal Electric Guitar Black Satin B-Stock
- ✓ Neck-thru construction and extra-thin U-contour neck maximize speed and precision for aggressive lead work
- ✓ Seymour Duncan Blackened Black Winter pickup with natural compression is purpose-built for modern high-gain metal tones
- ✓ Floyd Rose 1000 bridge enables dive-bomb effects and stable tuning in drop-tuning applications
- ✓ Single volume control keeps signal path clean and noise-free for distorted metal rigs
Frequently asked questions
Which guitar is better for drop tunings and heavy metal?
The M-Black is purpose-designed for metal with its Floyd Rose 1000 bridge, extra-thin neck profile, and Blackened Black Winter pickup optimized for aggressive high-gain response and locked-in precision.
Which offers more tonal variety across different styles?
The H3-1000 is more versatile, with Seymour Duncan Sentient and Pegasus pickups that work well for rock, metal, and alternative music, while the M-Black is specialized for metal and hard rock.
Are there playability differences between the two?
Both have 24 frets and 25.5-inch scales, but the M-Black features an extra-thin neck profile and neck-thru construction for maximum speed, while the H3-1000 uses set-thru construction with a slightly wider 42mm nut for comfort and balance.
What is the difference in bridge systems and why does it matter?
The H3-1000 uses a Tonepros locking TOM bridge for stable tuning and traditional rock tones, while the M-Black uses a Floyd Rose 1000 double-locking tremolo for dive-bombs and extreme tuning stability in drop-tuning applications.