ESP LTD GH-SV Electric Guitar in Black
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ESP LTD GH SV Gary Holt Electric Guitar in Black
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- SKU
- LGHSVBLK
- Color
- Black
. Description
Sound & Tone
The mahogany body and neck with a maple cap give this guitar a thick, midrange-heavy foundation, and the neck-thru construction with a macassar ebony fingerboard adds sustain and a firm attack. The active EMG 81 in the bridge delivers the tight, cutting high gain that heavy riffing and lead work call for, while the EMG 89R at the neck offers a fuller voice plus coil-split access for cleaner, less compressed sounds. With a 24.75" scale, extra-jumbo stainless steel frets and a double-locking Floyd Rose 1000, it's aimed squarely at metal and modern alternative players who want dive-bomb capability and fast, aggressive playing.
ESP LTD GH-SV Gary Holt Electric Guitar in Black
The ESP LTD GH-SV captures aggressive, cutting tones with its active EMG pickup configuration and delivers rock-solid tracking through studio sessions thanks to its three-piece mahogany neck and double-locking Floyd Rose system. This signature model pairs thick, defined character with reliable hardware and professional-grade electronics, making it an excellent choice for recording heavy music that demands both clarity and sustain in the mix.
Playability & Construction for Studio Work
Neck-thru-body construction with a thin U-shaped mahogany neck and mahogany body with maple cap ensures consistent resonance across takes, while the 24.75" scale and macassar ebony fingerboard with 22 extra-jumbo stainless steel frets allow for precise intonation and quick passage articulation during complex recording sessions. The offset ESP SV body shape—with one side of the V more elongated than the other—creates a balanced platform that supports hours of tracking without fatigue.
Tone & Electronics for Recording
Direct-mount active EMG 89R pickup in the neck position with push-pull coil-splitting and EMG 81 in the bridge position deliver the thick, cutting tones required for heavy riffing and lead takes across modern alternative and metal genres. The double-locking Floyd Rose 1000 tremolo system and Grover tuners maintain tuning stability across multitrack recording sessions and allow reliable return to pitch if dive bombs or whammy effects are tracked.
Key Features
- Neck-thru-body construction with three-piece thin U-shaped mahogany neck
- Mahogany body with maple cap
- 24.75" scale length
- Offset ESP SV body shape with flat top and back
- Macassar ebony fingerboard with pearloid split block inlays
- 22 extra-jumbo stainless steel frets
- Direct-mount active EMG 89R neck pickup with coil-splitting push-pull volume knob
- Active EMG 81 bridge pickup
- Double-locking Floyd Rose 1000 tremolo system
- Grover tuners with 42mm locking nut
- Black finish with multi-ply red binding on body, neck, and headstock; red pickup covers and scripted LTD logo
- Includes ESP deluxe hardshell case
This Gary Holt signature model combines responsive electronics, professional hardware, and solid construction to deliver the tonal aggression and tracking stability that studio engineers and producers depend on when recording demanding heavy music.
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 | Active HH |
| Bridge | Floyd Rose Licensed |
| Strings | 6 |
| Orientation | Right handed |
| Model Year | 2023 |
| Made In | South Korea |
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Hard Rock
- ✓ Thrash Metal
- ✓ Progressive
Not the best pick for
- – Jazz
- – Folk
- – Country
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What skill level is this guitar designed for?
The GH-SV is built for intermediate to professional players. Its fast-playing neck, aggressive tone, and Floyd Rose tremolo system suit experienced players who work in metal, hard rock, and thrash metal genres.
What genres is this guitar best suited for?
This guitar excels in metal, hard rock, thrash metal, and progressive music. The thick, cutting active pickups and tight articulation make it less ideal for jazz, folk, or country styles.
What pickups does it have and can they be modified?
The GH-SV features an active EMG 89R in the neck position with a push-pull coil-splitting function, and an active EMG 81 in the bridge. The neck pickup's coil-split option adds tonal versatility without modification.
How does the neck feel and what scale length is it?
The neck is a thin U-shaped three-piece mahogany design with a 24.75-inch scale, 22 extra-jumbo stainless steel frets, and a macassar ebony fingerboard. This combination supports rapid position shifts and comfortable aggressive playing across both lead and rhythm work.
What is included with the guitar?
The GH-SV comes with an ESP deluxe hardshell case, a double-locking Floyd Rose 1000 tremolo system, and Grover locking tuners for stable tuning during extended sessions.
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