ESP LTD Iron Cross James Hetfield Lefty Guitar B-Stock 0439
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- SKU
- LIRONCROSSSWLH-B0439
- Color
- White
Description
ESP LTD Iron Cross James Hetfield Lefty Guitar – Snow White with Black Stripes
The ESP LTD Iron Cross captures aggressive rhythm tones with a thin U neck profile that facilitates controlled power chording and rapid riff articulation. The set-neck construction ensures seamless upper-fret access and sustain extension, while the mahogany body with maple cap produces a warm, punchy fundamental with rich resonance—ideal for tracking metal and heavy music in the studio. Designed in collaboration with James Hetfield, this left-handed signature model combines premium materials and rock-solid hardware to translate demanding session work into captured performances.
Recording Feel & Playability
The three-piece mahogany neck with thin U profile and 42mm nut width supports controlled chording and rapid position shifts across the 24.75" scale length. The macassar ebony fingerboard with 22 extra-jumbo frets provides a smooth, responsive playing surface for aggressive bending, heavy riffing, and articulate lead tracking on a 350mm radius.
Studio Tone & Signal Path
The EMG JH SET active pickups, designed by Hetfield himself, deliver high-output crushing rhythm captures with tight low-end articulation and dynamic lead clarity through independent volume controls and a master tone knob—essential for punchy, focused tracking in dense mixes. TonePros locking tune-o-matic bridge and stop tailpiece combined with Sperzel locking tuners ensure exceptional tuning stability and precise intonation across multiple takes and session hours.
Key Features
- Mahogany body with maple cap and set-neck construction for enhanced sustain and resonance
- Three-piece mahogany neck with thin U profile optimized for riffing and chording
- 24.75" scale length for warmer tone with enhanced low-end punch
- Macassar ebony fingerboard with 22 extra-jumbo frets and 350mm radius
- 42mm nut width for controlled, fast playing
- EMG JH SET active pickups with volume/volume/tone controls and three-way selector switch
- TonePros locking tune-o-matic bridge and stop tailpiece for maximum stability
- Sperzel locking tuners for rock-solid tuning accuracy
- Snow White finish with black stripes and signature Iron Cross inlay at 12th fret
- D'Addario XL110 strings (.010-.046) included
- Included EC guitar form fit case for premium protection
- Left-handed configuration with B-stock condition (unplayed, excellent condition)
This James Hetfield Signature Series guitar delivers the power, precision, and iconic aesthetics required for professional metal and heavy music recording sessions.
This specific B-Stock unit features minor cosmetic imperfections on the white finish. These marks are purely superficial and have absolutely zero impact on the playability, tone, or structural integrity of the guitar. Acquire this premium ESP LTD signature instrument at a significant B-Stock discount while enjoying full manufacturer warranty coverage.
More Information
| Condition | Refurbished |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Left handed |
| Country of Manufacture | South Korea |
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At a Glance
The ESP LTD Iron Cross James Hetfield Lefty is a set-neck, left-handed signature guitar voiced for aggressive, articulate metal and hard-rock tones through its mahogany body with maple cap and EMG JH active pickups, which deliver high-output crushing rhythm character with dynamic lead clarity via independent volume controls. Home-studio engineers and producers tracking heavy music will benefit from the tight low-end punch and warm resonance that sit confidently in dense mixes, plus the rock-solid hardware and locking tuners that maintain precise intonation across long tracking sessions and drop tunings. This B-Stock unit arrives in full working order with only superficial finish marks, offering studio-quality tone and signature playability at a significant discount.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Hard Rock
- ✓ Thrash Metal
- ✓ Drop Tunings
Not the best pick for
- – Jazz
- – Folk
- – Worship
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What does B-Stock mean for this guitar?
B-Stock indicates the guitar is fully functional and unplayed in excellent condition, but features minor cosmetic imperfections on the white finish. These marks are purely superficial and have zero impact on playability, tone, or structural integrity.
Is this guitar suitable for metal and hard-rock playing?
Yes—the thin U-profile neck, 24.75-inch scale, macassar ebony fingerboard with 22 extra-jumbo frets, and EMG JH active pickups are optimized for aggressive riffing, controlled chording, fast lead work, and drop tunings. It excels in metal, hard rock, and thrash metal.
What is the neck profile and how does it feel?
The three-piece mahogany neck has a thin U profile with a 42mm nut width and 350mm fretboard radius, designed to balance comfort during power chording with speed for fast riffing and bending on a 24.75-inch scale length.
How are the pickups controlled, and what tone do they deliver?
The EMG JH SET active pickups feature independent volume controls for each pickup plus a master tone knob and three-way selector switch, delivering high-output crushing rhythm tones with tight low-end articulation and dynamic lead clarity.
What hardware ensures tuning stability?
The guitar combines a TonePros locking tune-o-matic bridge and stop tailpiece with Sperzel locking tuners, providing exceptional tuning stability and precise intonation even under aggressive playing and heavy drop tunings.
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