ESP LTD KH-602 Kirk Hammett Electric Guitar Black B-Stock
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- SKU
- LKH602-B
- Color
- Black
. Description
Sound & Tone
The alder body and neck-through maple construction give the KH-602 a focused, sustaining voice, while the 25.5" scale keeps the low end tight and the attack articulate. Dual EMG Bone Breaker active pickups push high output with low noise, so palm-muted rhythm work stays defined under heavy gain and lead lines cut through cleanly, aided by the macassar ebony fingerboard's crisp response. With 24 extra-jumbo frets, an extra-thin neck, and a Floyd Rose 1000 with locking nut, it's aimed squarely at metal and shred playing that leans on fast legato, wide bends, and whammy dives.
ESP LTD KH-602 Kirk Hammett Electric Guitar – Black B-Stock
The KH-602 combines a fast, razor-thin neck contour with a neck-thru-body construction that delivers exceptional sustain and seamless access to upper frets. This professional-grade instrument provides an affordable platform for home studio tracking, riffing, and lead work—capturing aggression, speed, and tuning stability in high-gain sessions. This B-stock example is unplayed and fully set up—an excellent value for producers tracking heavy material.
Playability & Recording Feel
The extra-thin U-shaped neck combined with a 3-piece maple construction and macassar ebony fingerboard creates a responsive, fast platform for tracking intricate riffs and solos without fatigue. A 350mm fingerboard radius and 24 extra-jumbo frets reduce finger fatigue during extended takes and precision bending, while the locking nut and 42mm nut width maintain tuning stability across multiple passes and punch-ins in the DAW.
Tone & Recording Electronics
Dual EMG Bone Breaker active pickups deliver high-output clarity and crushing distortion with minimal noise—ideal for capturing tight, aggressive tones in high-gain mixes and overdub sessions. The Floyd Rose 1000 bridge provides smooth tremolo action and exceptional tuning stability for expressve whammy takes and dive-bomb effects, while the straightforward volume/volume/tone/3-way switch layout keeps tonal tweaks intuitive during recording without breaking concentration.
Key Features
- Neck-through construction for enhanced sustain and resonance
- 3-piece maple neck with extra-thin U contour for high-speed technical playing
- Macassar ebony fingerboard with 350mm radius
- 24 extra-jumbo frets for effortless bending and legato runs
- Alder body with black finish and black hardware
- 25.5" scale length for balanced tone and tight low-end response
- Dual EMG Bone Breaker active pickups with volume/volume/tone/3-way switch
- Floyd Rose 1000 bridge for tremolo stability and tuning precision
- Locking nut (42mm width) for rock-solid tuning integrity
- LTD tuners for reliable mechanical stability
- Skull and bones inlays at 24th fret—Kirk Hammett signature aesthetic
Engineered for speed, aggression, and multi-take recording sessions, the KH-602 delivers the playability and tonal firepower required for serious metal tracking and production work without the premium price of higher-tier signature models.
As a B-Stock instrument it carries a minor factory cosmetic blemish — a small finish mark with no effect on playability, tone or structure — which is why it sells for less than a first-quality unit. The exact blemish varies from unit to unit, so it is not described or pictured here; photos show the model, not the individual unit. It is new, unplayed and covered by the full manufacturer warranty.
More Information
| Condition | Refurbished |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
| Country of Manufacture | South Korea |
Reviews
About this B-Stock unit
| Condition | B-Stock - cosmetic blemish, fully functional |
|---|---|
| Photos | 7 photos of this exact unit, not stock images |
| Inspected | Photographed and inspected in Temecula, Feb 26, 2026 |
| Price vs new | $280 under the new unit ($1,399) |
Prefer a brand-new one? ESP LTD KH-602 Electric Guitar in Black is in the catalog at $1,399.
Specifications
| Scale Length | 25.5" Scale |
|---|---|
| Frets | 24 Frets |
| Fretboard | Ebony |
| Neck Wood | Maple |
| Bridge | Tremolo |
| Strings | 6 |
| Orientation | Right handed |
| Model Year | 2025 |
| Made In | South Korea |
Who This Is For
| Best suited for | Metal, Thrash Metal, Hard Rock, Drop Tunings, Shredding |
|---|---|
| Tonal character | High-output, tight low end, aggressive, crushing distortion, clarity in high-gain |
| 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 does B-Stock mean?
B-Stock means this guitar is new and unplayed with full manufacturer warranty coverage, but carries a minor factory cosmetic blemish—such as a small finish mark—that has no effect on playability, tone, or structure. The exact blemish varies by unit and is not pictured here.
Is this guitar suitable for metal and drop tunings?
Yes. The KH-602 is purpose-built for metal, thrash, and hard rock with a locking nut (42mm width), Floyd Rose 1000 bridge, and 25.5" scale length that all deliver rock-solid tuning stability through aggressive playing and extreme tuning approaches.
What makes the neck fast for shredding?
The extra-thin U-shaped neck contour combined with 24 extra-jumbo frets and a 350mm fingerboard radius reduces finger fatigue during bending and tapping, creating a responsive platform optimized for technical riffing, legato runs, and high-speed soloing.
How do the EMG Bone Breaker pickups sound?
The dual EMG Bone Breaker active pickups deliver high-output clarity and crushing distortion without noise, specifically voiced for tight, aggressive tones in high-gain contexts with clear definition in dense mix scenarios.
What's included and what are the key specs?
The KH-602 includes a neck-thru 3-piece maple construction with macassar ebony fingerboard, alder body, Floyd Rose 1000 bridge, locking nut, skull and bones inlays at the 24th fret, and LTD tuners. Scale length is 25.5", nut width is 42mm, and it comes with full manufacturer warranty.
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. Marketplaces collect sales tax as the facilitator in most states, so the same listed price can cost more there. Buyers remain responsible for any use tax their state applies. Free US shipping and 30-day returns are included.
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