ESP LTD ARROW-1000NT Charcoal Metallic Satin Guitar
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ESP LTD ARROW-1000NT Charcoal Metallic Satin Guitar
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Sound & Tone
The Fishman Fluence Modern set gives this Arrow a bright, percussive attack — the ceramic bridge pickup cuts hard for palm-muted riffing while the alnico neck stays clear and vocal for leads, and the pull-volume voice switching lets you move between tighter modern gain and a rounder tone. Neck-through construction with a mahogany body, Macassar ebony fingerboard and string-through TonePros bridge tightens the low end and pushes sustain, keeping fast passages defined rather than blurred. The 25.5" scale, stainless steel frets and compound radius suit hard rock, metal and technical fusion playing where note separation and clean bends matter.
ESP LTD ARROW-1000NT Charcoal Metallic Satin Guitar
The ARROW-1000NT delivers a naturally thin and articulate recording voice defined by its neck-through construction, which provides exceptional resonance and note definition across the fretboard. The streamlined body profile captures responsive, effortless tones whether tracking rapid-fire lead passages or chunky, palm-muted rhythms. Built for hard rock, metal, and high-octane fusion production, this guitar rewards aggressive playing with explosive dynamics and pristine note separation that cuts through dense mixes.
Playability & Construction
Neck-through architecture with a 3-piece maple neck and thin U contour ensures superior sustain and minimal neck joint resistance, translating to tight, articulate tracking in the studio. The Macassar ebony fingerboard features 24 XJ stainless steel frets with a 300–400mm compound radius, accommodating both clean open-position recordings and high-fret bend work without compromise. A 42mm locking nut and LTD locking tuners maintain rock-solid tuning stability through aggressive takes and string-bending sessions.
Tone & Electronics
Dual Fishman Fluence Modern humbuckers—alnico neck and ceramic bridge—deliver bright, percussive modern clarity with switchable voice options via pull-volume controls, enabling fast tonal adjustments between rhythm and lead overdubs. Active electronics with a master volume push/pull switch and three-way toggle provide flexible in-session tonal shaping, while the recessed Tonepros locking TOM bridge with string-through design maximizes sustain and tonal transfer to the mahogany body for cohesive, punchy recordings.
Key Features
- Neck-through construction with mahogany body
- 3-piece maple neck with thin U contour
- Macassar ebony fingerboard
- 25.5" scale length
- 24 XJ stainless steel frets
- 300–400mm compound fingerboard radius
- 42mm locking nut
- Fishman Fluence Modern humbucker pickups (alnico/ceramic) with dual voice switching
- Active electronics with master volume push/pull and toggle switch
- Recessed Tonepros locking TOM bridge with string-thru design
- LTD locking tuners
- Charcoal metallic satin finish with black hardware
- D'Addario XL120 strings (.009–.042)
The ARROW-1000NT combines high-grade components and aggressive design to deliver the tonal clarity and structural integrity demanded by modern metal and hard rock producers and engineers.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
| Neck Construction | Neck-Thru-Body |
| Country of Manufacture | South Korea |
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Specifications
| Body Style | Explorer |
|---|---|
| Scale Length | 25.5" Scale |
| Frets | 24 Frets |
| Fretboard | Ebony |
| Neck Wood | Maple |
| Neck Construction | Neck-Thru-Body |
| Pickups | HH |
| Bridge | Tune-O-Matic |
| Strings | 6 |
| Orientation | Right handed |
| Model Year | 2023 |
| Made In | South Korea |
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Hard Rock
- ✓ Progressive
- ✓ Djent
Not the best pick for
- – Jazz
- – Blues
- – Folk
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What skill level is this guitar designed for?
The ARROW-1000NT is built for intermediate, advanced, and professional players. Its thin U-contour neck and 24 frets with compound radius fingerboard support both rapid lead passage work and high-register bending without compromise, making it ideal for technically demanding metal and progressive styles.
What genres and playing styles fit this guitar best?
This guitar excels in metal, hard rock, progressive, and djent styles where bright, articulate tone and high-output clarity are essential. The dual Fishman Fluence Modern pickups and active electronics reward aggressive playing, palm-muting, and fast lead work; jazz, blues, and folk players should look elsewhere.
How does the neck-through construction affect playability and sustain?
Neck-through design eliminates the neck joint, providing superior resonance, minimal resistance when accessing high frets, and exceptional sustain. Combined with the 3-piece maple neck and thin U contour, this architecture ensures effortless playability for rapid-fire passages and maximum note definition across the fretboard.
What pickup switching options does this guitar offer?
The Fishman Fluence Modern humbuckers (alnico neck, ceramic bridge) feature switchable voice options controlled via pull-volume controls, plus a three-way toggle and master volume push/pull switch for active electronics. This gives you flexible tonal shaping without changing pickups or cables.
How stable is the tuning through aggressive bending and playing?
The 42mm locking nut, LTD locking tuners, and recessed Tonepros locking TOM bridge with string-through design work together to maintain rock-solid tuning stability through hard string bending, aggressive vibrato, and demanding live performance.
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