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ESP LTD SN-1000HT Electric Guitar Silver Blast vs ESP LTD SPARROWHAWK Bill Kelliher Guitar Black B-Stock
The SN-1000HT is a single-cutaway speed machine built for live performance with scalloped frets and a hardtail bridge, while the Sparrowhawk is a set-thru signature model with coil-splitting versatility and warmer mahogany tone suited to studio work. Choose the SN-1000HT for fast lead playing and touring durability; pick the Sparrowhawk if you need tonal flexibility and don't mind a B-Stock cosmetic finish.
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ESP LTD SN-1000HT Electric Guitar Silver Blast
ESP LTD SPARROWHAWK Bill Kelliher Guitar Black B-Stock
Specs side by side
| ESP LTD SN-1000HT Electric Guitar Silver Blast | ESP LTD SPARROWHAWK Bill Kelliher Guitar Black B-Stock | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $1,499.00 | $1,199.20 |
| Brand | ESP LTD | ESP LTD |
| Series | LTD SN | — |
| Body | Single Cutaway | Single Cutaway |
| Body Type | Solid | Solid |
| Scale | 25.5" Scale | 24.75" Scale |
| Strings | 6 | 6 |
| Frets | 22 Frets | 22 Frets |
| Fretboard | Ebony | Ebony |
| Neck | Maple | Mahogany |
| Neck Construction | Bolt-On | — |
| Pickup Configuration | HH | — |
| Bridge | Hipshot | Fixed |
| Year | 2024 | 2023 |
| Condition | New | Refurbished |
Why choose ESP LTD SN-1000HT Electric Guitar Silver Blast
- ✓ Scalloped upper frets (17–22) boost lead articulation and bending expression
- ✓ Hardtail bridge with string-through design maximizes sustain and intonation
- ✓ Thin U-neck with 25.5" scale delivers speed without sacrificing ergonomic comfort
- ✓ Roasted maple neck offers superior stability for touring demands
Why choose ESP LTD SPARROWHAWK Bill Kelliher Guitar Black B-Stock
- ✓ Set-thru body construction provides superior sustain and uninterrupted upper-fret access
- ✓ Dual push-pull coil-splitting on both volume and tone for humbucker-to-single-coil tonal range
- ✓ Mahogany body with maple cap delivers warm low-end paired with punchy articulation
- ✓ B-Stock pricing reduces cost while maintaining full playability and tone
Frequently asked questions
Which guitar has better lead-playing features?
The SN-1000HT includes scalloped frets from the 17th to 22nd position, which enhance bending expression and rapid position shifts. The Sparrowhawk features set-thru construction and 22 XJ extra-jumbo frets for easier upper-fret access but without scalloping.
What's the main tonal difference?
The SN-1000HT uses Fishman Fluence Modern humbuckers (alnico/ceramic) with 3-voice switching for modern articulation and cuts through dense mixes. The Sparrowhawk uses Seymour Duncan Distortion pickups with dual coil-splitting for flexibility from thick humbucker aggression to single-coil clarity, with warmer mahogany body resonance.
Why is one listed as B-Stock?
The Sparrowhawk is a B-Stock unit, meaning it has only minor cosmetic blemishes but maintains full playability and tone at a reduced price compared to new condition.
Which holds tuning better under heavy playing?
Both guitars feature locking tuners and premium hardware. The SN-1000HT uses a hardtail Hipshot bridge with string-through design for maximum sustain stability; the Sparrowhawk uses a TonePros locking TOM bridge and tailpiece, both designed for touring-grade tuning retention.