ESP LTD GH SV-200 Electric Guitar in Black
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ESP LTD GH SV-200 Gary Holt Electric Guitar in Black
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- LGHSV200BLK
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- Black
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Description
Sound & Tone
Mahogany body and three-piece mahogany neck give this guitar a warm, sustaining core, while the bolt-on joint and 24.75" scale add snap and attack to palm-muted riffing. The direct-mount ESP LH-301 high-output pickups push tight, aggressive midrange under heavy distortion, and the push/pull coil-split on the neck volume thins things out to brighter, single-coil-style cleans. With a Floyd Rose 1000, extra-jumbo stainless frets and a flat 350mm radius, it's aimed squarely at thrash and modern metal players who lean on fast runs, wide bends and dive-bomb vibrato.
ESP LTD GH SV-200 Gary Holt Electric Guitar in Black
The ESP LTD GH SV-200 captures snappy transients and clear attack through bolt-on neck construction, while the mahogany body provides warm resonance and sustain ideal for layering heavy riffs in the mix. Built in collaboration with Gary Holt of Exodus and Slayer, this instrument excels in tracking aggressive playing styles and delivers the precise tonal definition required for thrash and metal production. The thin U-contour neck and 22 extra-jumbo stainless steel frets enable fast technical passages and wide intervallic leaps without compromising playability during long recording sessions.
Playability & Hardware
A 350mm fingerboard radius supports both comfortable chording and smooth bending in take after take, while the 42mm nut width maintains string integrity during extreme whammy bar effects without phase issues in multitrack recordings. The Floyd Rose 1000 double-locking tremolo stays locked in place across full sessions and punch-ins, supported by reliable LTD tuners that hold tuning stability through punch-in and overdub cycles.
Tone & Electronics
Dual direct-mount ESP LH-301 high-output pickups with red covers deliver aggressive clarity that cuts through dense arrangements and sits well in both distorted and clean blend scenarios. Individual volume controls for each pickup position, combined with the push/pull coil-split functionality on the neck volume, expand the palette from heavy crunch to single-coil brightness—essential for tracking multiple riff variations within a single session without repatching.
Key Features
- Mahogany body with bolt-on construction for snappy response and easy neck adjustments
- Three-piece mahogany neck for stability and tonal warmth
- Roasted jatoba fingerboard with pearloid split block inlays
- 22 extra-jumbo stainless steel frets
- 24.75" scale length
- 350mm (13.78") fingerboard radius
- 42mm (1.65") nut width with locking capability
- Floyd Rose 1000 double-locking tremolo
- Direct-mount ESP LH-301 high-output pickups with red covers
- LTD tuners for tuning stability
- Black hardware and black finish with red multi-binding
- Push/pull neck volume for coil-split functionality
The GH SV-200 combines proven construction methods with high-output electronics and expressive hardware to capture the performance and tonal range required for modern metal and thrash guitar tracking and production.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
| Neck Construction | Bolt-On |
| Country of Manufacture | Indonesia |
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Specifications
| Body Style | Single Cutaway |
|---|---|
| Scale Length | 24.75" Scale |
| Frets | 22 Frets |
| Fretboard | Rosewood |
| Neck Wood | Mahogany |
| Neck Construction | Bolt-On |
| Pickups | HH |
| Bridge | Floyd Rose Licensed |
| Strings | 6 |
| Orientation | Right handed |
| Model Year | 2023 |
| Made In | Indonesia |
Who This Is For
| Best suited for | Metal, Thrash Metal, Hard Rock, Drop Tunings |
|---|---|
| Tonal character | High output, aggressive clarity, snappy attack, tight low end, thick dual-coil response |
| Less specialized for | Jazz, Folk, Country (it will do it; instruments voiced for that style do it more easily) |
| Skill level | Intermediate / Advanced / Professional |
Frequently Asked Questions
What skill level is this guitar for?
The GH SV-200 is designed for intermediate, advanced, and professional players. The thin U-contour neck and extra-jumbo frets reduce fatigue during fast technical passages, but the aggressive pickup response and Floyd Rose system reward players with solid technique and tremolo control.
Can I get different tones from this guitar, or is it only for heavy metal?
While it excels at metal and thrash, the push/pull coil-split on the neck volume unlocks single-coil brightness for cleaner tones, and the dual direct-mount pickups are voiced for aggressive clarity across the entire distortion spectrum. It handles drop tunings and heavy work without losing versatility.
What makes the neck and frets special?
The three-piece mahogany neck provides stability and warmth, the 350mm (13.78") fingerboard radius is compound-friendly for both low and high action, and the 22 extra-jumbo stainless steel frets enable rapid position shifts and wide bends with minimal hand fatigue during extended technical passages.
How does the Floyd Rose 1000 perform with extreme whammy-bar techniques?
The Floyd Rose 1000 double-locking tremolo, paired with the 42mm locking nut, delivers pitch stability and expressive vibrato required for modern metal techniques including deep dives and extreme whammy-bar work without losing tuning.
What pickups come with this guitar, and can I switch between them?
The GH SV-200 features dual direct-mount ESP LH-301 high-output pickups with red covers. Individual volume controls for each position and push/pull coil-split functionality on the neck volume let you access different tonal characters without repositioning your hand.
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 $56 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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