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ESP LTD M-7HT Baritone Black Metal 7-String Guitar in Black Red Burst Satin vs ESP LTD Phoenix-7 Baritone Black Metal 7-String Guitar in Black Red Burst Satin
The M-7HT uses a single passive Seymour Duncan pickup optimized for focused, percussive metal aggression, while the Phoenix-7 pairs a Fishman active/passive humbucker with a TonePros locking bridge for greater tonal versatility and sustain. Choose the M-7HT for players prioritizing raw articulation and tight definition; choose the Phoenix-7 for those who want switchable active drive plus enhanced resonance.
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ESP LTD M-7HT Baritone Black Metal 7-String Guitar in Black Red Burst Satin
ESP LTD Phoenix-7 Baritone Black Metal 7-String Guitar in Black Red Burst Satin
Specs side by side
| ESP LTD M-7HT Baritone Black Metal 7-String Guitar in Black Red Burst Satin | ESP LTD Phoenix-7 Baritone Black Metal 7-String Guitar in Black Red Burst Satin | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $1,299.00 | $1,299.00 |
| Brand | ESP LTD | ESP LTD |
| Series | LTD Black Metal | LTD Black Metal |
| Scale | 27" Scale | 27" Scale |
| Strings | 7 | 7 |
| Frets | 24 Frets | 22 Frets |
| Fretboard | Ebony | Ebony |
| Neck | Maple | Mahogany |
| Neck Construction | Neck-Thru-Body | Neck-Thru-Body |
| Pickup Configuration | H | H |
| Bridge | Hipshot | Tune-O-Matic |
| Year | Unknown | Unknown |
| Condition | New | New |
Why choose ESP LTD M-7HT Baritone Black Metal 7-String Guitar in Black Red Burst Satin
- ✓ Single high-output Blackened Black Winter pickup delivers laser-focused aggression and clarity
- ✓ Alder body with neck-thru design optimized for immediate percussive response
- ✓ Extra-thin maple neck minimizes weight and maximizes upper-fret access
- ✓ Master Volume with coil-split offers simple, reliable control
Why choose ESP LTD Phoenix-7 Baritone Black Metal 7-String Guitar in Black Red Burst Satin
- ✓ Fishman Modern 7-String with active/passive switching provides tonal range from articulate to aggressive
- ✓ Mahogany neck and body wings add warmth and sustain compared to alder
- ✓ TonePros locking TOM with strings-thru-body maximizes resonance and intonation stability
- ✓ 22 stainless steel extra-jumbo frets enable smoother, faster bending than M-7HT's standard frets
Frequently asked questions
Which guitar has better fret access for lead playing?
The M-7HT's extra-thin U-shaped maple neck and neck-thru design offer slightly faster upper-fret access. The Phoenix-7's thin U contour also facilitates lead work, but the M-7HT's thinner profile edges it out marginally.
Can I switch pickup modes on both guitars?
Yes, but differently. The M-7HT offers a Master Volume push-pull coil-split on its single passive pickup. The Phoenix-7 features an active/passive push-pull voicing selector on its Fishman humbucker, providing more dramatic tonal transformation between passive clarity and active drive.
Which has more sustain and resonance?
The Phoenix-7's mahogany construction, Fishman active electronics in driven mode, and TonePros locking TOM bridge with strings-thru-body design collectively deliver greater sustain and resonance. The M-7HT prioritizes articulation and definition over raw sustain.
How do the bridges differ in tuning stability?
Both feature locking tuners, but the Phoenix-7's TonePros locking TOM with strings-thru-body design provides superior intonation hold and resonance transfer. The M-7HT's Hipshot String Thru bridge is reliable but less boutique in execution.