LKH602PSP-B3239 vs LTH1000SW — Compare
ESP LTD KH-602 Kirk Hammet Guitar Purple Sparkle B-Stock 3239 vs ESP LTD TH-1000 Electric Guitar Snow White
The KH-602 is a neck-thru metal specialist with Floyd Rose tremolo and signature EMG pickups built for aggressive lead work and extreme pitch manipulation, while the TH-1000 is a versatile touring workhorse with 3-voice pickup switching and fixed bridge for maximum tuning stability across studio and live rock applications. Choose the KH-602 if you prioritize metal tone and tremolo expression; choose the TH-1000 if you need sonic flexibility and rock-solid tuning without whammy effects.
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ESP LTD KH-602 Kirk Hammet Guitar Purple Sparkle B-Stock 3239
Specs side by side
| ESP LTD KH-602 Kirk Hammet Guitar Purple Sparkle B-Stock 3239 | ESP LTD TH-1000 Electric Guitar Snow White | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $1,199.20 | $1,499.00 |
| Brand | ESP LTD | ESP LTD |
| Series | LTD Kirk Hammett | LTD TH |
| Body | Single Cutaway | 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 | Maple | Maple |
| Neck Construction | — | Bolt-On |
| Pickup Configuration | HH | HH |
| Bridge | Tremolo | Hipshot |
| Year | 2024 | 2025 |
| Condition | Refurbished | New |
Why choose ESP LTD KH-602 Kirk Hammet Guitar Purple Sparkle B-Stock 3239
- ✓ Neck-thru construction maximizes sustain and resonance for metal articulation
- ✓ Floyd Rose 1000 bridge enables extensive tremolo and pitch manipulation
- ✓ Paired EMG Bone Breaker pickups deliver signature high-output aggression
- ✓ Purple sparkle finish with skull inlays embodies Kirk Hammett aesthetics
Why choose ESP LTD TH-1000 Electric Guitar Snow White
- ✓ Seymour Duncan 3-Voice humbuckers offer real-time tonal switching without hand repositioning
- ✓ Thin U-shaped neck profile and swamp ash body balance speed with resonance
- ✓ Hipshot hardtail bridge with string-thru-body ensures maximum tuning stability for touring
- ✓ Versatile voice switching makes it equally capable in studio recording and live performance
Frequently asked questions
Which guitar is better for metal?
The KH-602 is purpose-built for metal with a neck-thru design, EMG signature pickups, and Floyd Rose tremolo for aggressive lead work and pitch manipulation. The TH-1000 excels in rock but lacks the metal-specific electronics and tremolo system.
Which stays in tune better during heavy playing?
The TH-1000's Hipshot hardtail bridge with string-thru-body design provides superior tuning stability compared to the KH-602's Floyd Rose, which requires more maintenance and rebalancing after tremolo use.
Can the TH-1000 switch tones mid-performance without using your hands?
Yes. The TH-1000's push-pull volume and tone controls allow you to access three distinct pickup voices in real-time without repositioning your hands, whereas the KH-602 has fixed high-output EMG voicing with no switching capability.
Which neck profile is faster for lead playing?
The TH-1000 features a thin U-shaped roasted maple neck designed for speed, while the KH-602 uses a 3-piece maple neck with slightly more mass for sustain. Both have 350mm radius and 24 extra-jumbo frets suited to lead work, though the TH-1000's profile edges out for pure finger speed.