ESP LTD BK-600 Bill Kelliher Guitar Vintage Silver Sunburst
ESP LTD BK-600 Bill Kelliher Guitar Vintage Silver Sunburst
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- SKU
- LBK600VSSB
- Color
- Sunburst
Description
ESP LTD BK-600 Bill Kelliher Guitar in Vintage Silver Sunburst
Bill Kelliher's signature model is engineered for studio and live recording versatility, offering a Thin-U neck contour and slightly shorter 24.75" scale that enables precise bending articulation and expressive vibrato while maintaining full harmonic density. The set-thru mahogany construction creates seamless neck-to-body integration, delivering sustain and resonance that sits decisively in dense mixes without muddiness. This is a dependable recording instrument built for heavy, articulate tones that translate clearly across production contexts.
Playability & Feel
The three-piece mahogany neck paired with a Macassar ebony fingerboard and 22 extra-jumbo frets provides a fast, controlled platform for layered voicings and lead tracking. A 42mm nut width offers ample string separation for clean tracking and reduced crosstalk, while the 350mm fingerboard radius supports both aggressive picking dynamics and fluid position shifts without note choking or unintended muting.
Tone & Electronics
The signature Mojotone Hellbender humbuckers with nickel covers deliver focused, defined low-end paired with clear, articulate high-mid content that cuts through mix layers without harshness. Dual push-pull coil-split controls on both volume and tone knobs unlock single-coil voicings for tonal palette expansion within sessions, while LTD locking tuners and TonePros locking bridge and tailpiece ensure tuning stability and precise intonation across extended recording and re-tracking sessions.
Key Features
- Body: Full-thickness mahogany with Vintage Silver Sunburst finish
- Construction: Set-Thru Neck for enhanced sustain and resonance
- Scale Length: 24.75"
- Neck: Three-piece mahogany with Thin-U contour
- Fingerboard: Macassar ebony with 22 extra-jumbo frets and pearloid ESP flag inlays
- Fingerboard Radius: 350mm
- Nut Width: 42mm
- Tuners: LTD locking tuners with nickel hardware
- Bridge: TonePros locking bridge and tailpiece
- Pickups: Bill Kelliher signature Mojotone Hellbender humbuckers with nickel covers
- Electronics: Volume (Push-Pull), Tone (Push-Pull), and Toggle Switch with coil-split capability
- Includes: ESP deluxe hardshell case
The BK-600 combines substantial construction, switchable electronics, and signature tone character into an instrument built for dependable performance across studio sessions and demanding recording contexts.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
| Neck Construction | Neck-Thru-Body |
| Country of Manufacture | South Korea |
Reviews
At a Glance
The ESP LTD BK-600 captures dense, articulate aggression with its dual-coil Mojotone Hellbender humbuckers and coil-split versatility, letting you dial in everything from menacing low-end to complex single-coil textures within a single track or session. The set-thru construction and extra-jumbo frets provide studio-friendly sustain and precision intonation, while dual push-pull controls on volume and tone give you mixing flexibility without leaving the guitar.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Hard Rock
- ✓ Progressive
Not the best pick for
- – Traditional Jazz
- – Folk
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What skill level is this guitar designed for?
The BK-600 is built for intermediate through professional players. The 22 extra-jumbo frets, fast Thin-U neck, and 42mm nut width support complex voicings and lead work, while the aggressive tone character and locking hardware reward players who already have solid technique and demanding playing styles.
What genres is this guitar best suited for?
This signature model excels in metal, hard rock, and progressive music, where its raw menacing low-end, tight sustain, and articulate cleans cut through dense arrangements. It is not optimized for traditional jazz or folk playing.
How do the coil-split controls work?
The BK-600 features dual push-pull coil-split controls on both the volume and tone knobs. Pulling these knobs engages single-coil voicings from the Mojotone Hellbender humbuckers, giving you tonal versatility from full humbucking punch to articulate single-coil character without switching guitars.
What is included with the guitar?
The BK-600 comes with an ESP deluxe hardshell case for protection and transport. The guitar features LTD locking tuners, a TonePros locking bridge and tailpiece, and Mojotone Hellbender signature pickups installed and ready to play.
How does the 24.75" scale length affect playability compared to standard 25.5" guitars?
The slightly shorter 24.75" scale makes bending and vibrato effortless while maintaining the power and resonance needed for aggressive playing. Combined with the Thin-U neck contour and 350mm fingerboard radius, this setup delivers a fast, comfortable platform for both picking and smooth transitions without sacrificing sustain or cut-through tone.
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