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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 tunings and djent, while the Snakebyte is a traditional 6-string (24.75" scale) optimized for standard drop tunings and modern metal. Choose the SN-1007HT for ultra-low tunings and seven-string technique; pick the Snakebyte for classic metal riffing with easier genre crossover.
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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 | LTD James Hetfield |
| 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 with 27" scale for extreme drop tunings and extended range
- ✓ Dual Fishman Fluence pickups with alnico/ceramic split and single-coil mode versatility
- ✓ Scalloped frets 17-22 for high-register precision and faster position shifts
- ✓ Compound radius fingerboard (300-400mm) for rapid melodic work across all strings
Why choose ESP LTD Snakebyte Left-Handed Electric Guitar in Snow White
- ✓ Classic 6-string format at 24.75" scale—easier learning curve and broader musical applicability
- ✓ Set-neck construction maximizes sustain and tonal coherence for metal rhythm work
- ✓ EMG JH active pickups with independent volume controls for versatile tone shaping
- ✓ Iconic Snakebyte design with visual presence and established metal pedigree
Frequently asked questions
Which is better for beginners or players new to heavy music?
The Snakebyte. Its 6-string, 24.75" scale is the standard metal platform and easier for players transitioning from standard tuning. The SN-1007HT demands prior 7-string experience and comfort with baritone scale length.
What tuning range does each handle?
The SN-1007HT's 27" baritone scale excels at extreme drop tunings (drop A, G, F and lower) across seven strings. The Snakebyte's 24.75" scale suits drop D through drop A on six strings—standard modern metal territory without the extended low end.
How do the pickup systems differ?
The SN-1007HT uses passive Fishman Fluence Modern Humbuckers with alnico/ceramic voicing and single-coil splitting via push-pull tone control—more tonal flexibility. The Snakebyte uses active EMG JH pickups with independent volume controls—higher output, more aggression, requires 9V battery replacement.
Which plays faster and easier in the high registers?
The SN-1007HT's scalloped frets (17-22) and compound radius (300-400mm) are explicitly designed for rapid high-register technique. The Snakebyte has a fixed 350mm radius and standard frets—solid for metal but not optimized for speed in extreme upper positions.