ESP LTD BK-600 Bill Kelliher Guitar Vintage Silver Sunburst
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ESP LTD BK-600 Bill Kelliher Guitar Vintage Silver Sunburst
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- SKU
- LBK600VSSB
- Color
- Sunburst
. Description
Sound & Tone
The all-mahogany body with set-thru neck construction gives the BK-600 thick, sustaining low-end and enough resonance to stay audible in dense, layered arrangements, while the Macassar ebony fingerboard keeps note attack tight and defined. Its Mojotone Hellbender humbuckers lean toward heavy, aggressive voicings with a menacing bottom end, yet clean up into articulate, complex tones, and the push-pull coil-splits on both volume and tone thin things out to brighter single-coil territory. The 24.75" scale makes bends and vibrato feel loose and expressive, suiting hard rock, metal, and riff-driven playing that also calls for lead work and cleaner passages.
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 |
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Specifications
| Body Style | Single Cutaway |
|---|---|
| Scale Length | 24.75" Scale |
| Frets | 22 Frets |
| Fretboard | Ebony |
| Neck Wood | Mahogany |
| Neck Construction | Neck-Thru-Body |
| Pickups | HH |
| Bridge | Tune-O-Matic / Stopbar |
| Strings | 6 |
| Orientation | Right handed |
| Model Year | 2023 |
| Made In | South Korea |
Who This Is For
| Best suited for | Metal, Hard Rock, Progressive, Drop Tunings |
|---|---|
| Tonal character | Raw low-end, articulate cleans, menacing character, complex voicings, cutting power |
| Less specialized for | Jazz, Country, Folk (it will do it; instruments voiced for that style do it more easily) |
| Skill level | Intermediate / Advanced / Professional |
Frequently Asked Questions
What tuning and drop-tuning range does the BK-600 handle?
The 24.75" scale length and extra-jumbo frets support drop tunings and lower pitch applications common in metal and hard rock. Pair it with appropriate gauge strings for your target tuning to maintain playability and intonation.
Can I get single-coil tones from the Mojotone Hellbender humbuckers?
Yes. Dual push-pull coil-split controls on both the volume and tone knobs unlock single-coil voicings from each humbucker, giving you articulate cleans and complex tonal variety within the same guitar.
What makes the set-thru construction different from a bolt-on or glued neck?
Set-thru construction extends the neck wood fully through the body, creating seamless neck-to-body integration that enhances sustain and resonance compared to bolt-on designs, critical for the heavy, articulate character this guitar is built for.
Is the 42mm nut width suitable for aggressive picking and complex voicings?
Yes. The 42mm nut width paired with the Thin-U neck contour, 350mm fingerboard radius, and 22 extra-jumbo frets supports both aggressive picking technique and smooth transitions without crowding, accommodating complex lead work across the fingerboard.
What hardware keeps this guitar in tune during demanding performances?
LTD locking tuners with nickel hardware and a TonePros locking bridge and tailpiece ensure tuning stability through heavy playing, bending, and vibrato without drift during long sets or recording sessions.
Do I pay sales tax on this order?
Sales tax is collected only on orders shipped to California; orders shipped to any other US state are not charged sales tax at checkout when you buy direct from our website. At a typical 7% rate that is an estimated $126 less at checkout than the same listed price on a marketplace, which collects sales tax as the facilitator in most states. Buyers remain responsible for any use tax their state applies. Free US shipping and 30-day returns are included.
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