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ESP LTD SN-1007HT 7 String Baritone Lefty Guitar Black Blast vs ESP LTD Snakebyte Left-Handed Electric Guitar in Snow White
The SN-1007HT is a 7-string baritone (27" scale) designed for extended-range and djent styles, while the Snakebyte SW is a traditional 6-string (24.75" scale) built for classic metal and hard rock. Choose the SN-1007HT if you need lower tunings and extra range; pick the Snakebyte SW for familiar 6-string playability with maximum sustain.
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ESP LTD SN-1007HT 7 String Baritone Lefty Guitar Black Blast
ESP LTD Snakebyte Left-Handed Electric Guitar in Snow White
Specs side by side
| ESP LTD SN-1007HT 7 String Baritone Lefty Guitar Black Blast | ESP LTD Snakebyte Left-Handed Electric Guitar in Snow White | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $1,449.00 | $1,499.00 |
| Brand | ESP LTD | ESP LTD |
| Series | LTD SN | — |
| Body | SG Style | Single Cutaway |
| Body Type | Solid | Solid |
| Scale | 27" Scale | 24.75" Scale |
| Strings | 7 | 6 |
| Frets | 24 Frets | 22 Frets |
| Fretboard | Ebony | Ebony |
| Neck | Maple | Mahogany |
| Neck Construction | Bolt-On | Set-Neck |
| Pickup Configuration | HH | Active HH |
| Bridge | Hipshot | Tune-O-Matic / Stopbar |
| Year | 2023 | 2016 |
| Condition | New | New |
Why choose ESP LTD SN-1007HT 7 String Baritone Lefty Guitar Black Blast
- ✓ 7-string baritone scale delivers ultra-low, articulate extended-range tones
- ✓ 27" scale and compound radius fingerboard (300–400mm) excel at rapid position shifts
- ✓ Dual Fishman Fluence pickups with single-coil splitting offer versatile tonal range
- ✓ Scalloped frets (17–22) enhance high-register control and technique
Why choose ESP LTD Snakebyte Left-Handed Electric Guitar in Snow White
- ✓ Set-neck construction maximizes sustain and tonal coherence at 24.75" scale
- ✓ EMG JH active pickups deliver high-output, articulate aggression ready for heavy riffing
- ✓ Mahogany body and three-piece neck provide classic resonance and structural integrity
- ✓ Familiar 6-string format with split volume controls for independent bridge/neck blending
Frequently asked questions
What's the main scale difference?
The SN-1007HT uses a 27" baritone scale for extended-range tuning clarity, while the Snakebyte SW operates at a standard 24.75" scale. Baritone scales excel at very low tunings; 24.75" suits standard-to-drop tunings with established ergonomics.
How do the pickups compare?
The SN-1007HT features dual Fishman Fluence Modern Humbuckers (alnico neck, ceramic bridge) with single-coil splitting for tonal variety. The Snakebyte SW uses EMG JH active humbuckers, which deliver higher output and consistent aggression without splitting.
Which has better sustain?
The Snakebyte SW's set-neck construction and mahogany body maximize sustain and tonal coherence. The SN-1007HT uses bolt-on construction, which prioritizes playability and extended-range articulation over raw sustain.
Which suits someone new to extended-range guitars?
The Snakebyte SW is more approachable for players transitioning from 6-string guitars. The SN-1007HT requires comfort with 7-string layouts and baritone tuning concepts, better suited for players already exploring extended range.