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ESP LTD MH-1000NT FM Electric Guitar Charcoal Burst B-Stock vs ESP LTD SN-1007HT 7 String Baritone Guitar Black Blast B-Stock
The MH-1000NT FM is a 6-string set-thru guitar built for speed and versatility across standard tunings, while the SN-1007HT is a 7-string baritone designed for extended range and extreme drop tunings. Choose the MH-1000NT if you want a modern workhorse for metal and progressive in standard territory; pick the SN-1007HT if you need the extra string and longer 27-inch scale for lower tunings and baritone voicings.
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ESP LTD MH-1000NT FM Electric Guitar Charcoal Burst B-Stock
ESP LTD SN-1007HT 7 String Baritone Guitar Black Blast B-Stock
Specs side by side
| ESP LTD MH-1000NT FM Electric Guitar Charcoal Burst B-Stock | ESP LTD SN-1007HT 7 String Baritone Guitar Black Blast B-Stock | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $1,119.20 | $1,159.20 |
| Brand | ESP LTD | ESP LTD |
| Series | LTD MH | LTD SN |
| Body | Single Cutaway | SG Style |
| Body Type | Solid | Solid |
| Scale | 25.5" Scale | 27" Baritone Scale |
| Strings | 6 | 7 |
| Frets | 24 Frets | 24 Frets |
| Fretboard | Ebony | Ebony |
| Neck | Maple | Unknown / Other |
| Bridge | Fixed | Fixed |
| Year | 2023 | 2023 |
| Condition | Refurbished | Refurbished |
Why choose ESP LTD MH-1000NT FM Electric Guitar Charcoal Burst B-Stock
- ✓ Set-thru construction maximizes sustain and upper-fret access
- ✓ Flamed maple top delivers striking visual appeal
- ✓ Extra-thin U neck rewards fast lead work and bending
- ✓ Dual voice switching on pickups expands tonal options
Why choose ESP LTD SN-1007HT 7 String Baritone Guitar Black Blast B-Stock
- ✓ 27-inch baritone scale locks in tight, focused low end even in extreme tunings
- ✓ Seven-string extended range opens progressive and modern metal possibilities
- ✓ Scalloped frets 17-24 enhance upper-register precision and control
- ✓ 5-piece roasted maple and purple heart neck adds stability for aggressive playing
Frequently asked questions
Which guitar is better for metal?
Both excel in metal. The MH-1000NT FM suits standard-tuning metal with its fast playability and sustain. The SN-1007HT is purpose-built for drop-tuning and baritone metal where the 27-inch scale and seven-string range are essential.
What's the practical difference in neck construction?
The MH-1000NT FM uses set-thru construction (maximum sustain and upper-fret access) with a three-piece maple neck. The SN-1007HT uses a bolt-on 5-piece rooted maple and purple heart neck (added stability for extended range and aggressive dynamics).
Can I play traditional or jazz on either?
Neither is ideally voiced for traditional jazz or folk. Both are voiced for modern metal and progressive. The MH-1000NT FM's articulate cleans and dual voices offer slightly more tonal flex, but both guitars are built around saturated distortion and aggressive aesthetics.
Which has more tonal range?
The MH-1000NT FM has pull-tone voice switching on both pickups, giving four total voices. The SN-1007HT has splittable pickups via push-pull, plus the added range from the seventh string and baritone scale, making it broader in frequency range but the MH-1000NT slightly more elastic in single-guitar switching.