ESP LTD KH-V Kirk Hammett Signature Guitar Metallic Gold 0282
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- SKU
- LKHVMGO-B0282
- Color
- Gold
Description
ESP LTD KH-V Kirk Hammett Signature Guitar in Metallic Gold
The KH-V is built for tracking high-gain leads and capturing articulate rhythm tones in the studio—an extra-thin U-shaped neck with 24 extra-jumbo frets that make rapid position shifts feel effortless, paired with a razor-sharp V-shaped body designed for both comfort and visual clarity on camera. This neck-thru instrument feels responsive and balanced, engineered to handle the intensity of heavy lead work and complex soloing without fatigue during extended tracking sessions. The metallic gold finish and pearloid wave inlays deliver visual presence in any recording setup.
Playability & Recording Performance
The extra-thin U-shaped neck profile combined with 24 extra-jumbo frets on a macassar ebony fingerboard creates a platform for fast, articulate playing across the entire 25.5" scale—essential for capturing clean takes without muting or accidental string noise during production. The molded nut and LTD locking tuning machines ensure session-stable tuning so you're not re-tracking sections between punches, while the Tonepros locking TOM-style bridge with string-thru design locks in your setup so you focus on performance and tone capture.
Tone & Tracking Electronics
Two EMG Bone Breaker pickups—a ceramic bridge (BB-B) and alnico 5 neck (BB-N)—deliver high-output aggression with clarity and sustain that cuts through dense mixes and tracks cleanly at high gain. The active electronics configuration includes volume, tone, and three-way pickup selector controls, giving you immediate access to everything from cutting rhythm tones to searing lead voices without reaching for an amp knob or re-patching your signal chain mid-session.
Key Features
- Neck-thru-body construction with three-piece maple neck and korina body
- 25.5" scale length
- V-shaped body with metallic gold finish
- Extra-thin U-shaped neck profile
- Macassar ebony fingerboard with pearloid wave inlays and 24 extra-jumbo frets
- Two EMG Bone Breaker pickups (BB-B ceramic bridge and BB-N alnico 5 neck)
- Gold hardware with cream pickguard
- Gold LTD locking tuning machines, molded nut, and Tonepros locking TOM-style bridge with string-thru design
- Active electronics: volume, tone, and three-way pickup selector toggle
- ESP deluxe hardshell case included
This is a genuinely ready-to-play instrument backed by ESP's build quality and Kirk Hammett's exacting specifications, with only a minor finish flaw at the 8th fret noted—visible in photos but hard to catch at performance distance.
More Information
| Condition | Refurbished |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
| Country of Manufacture | South Korea |
Reviews
At a Glance
The KH-V is a dedicated metal-tracking machine that captures aggressive, high-output tones with ceramic brightness on the bridge and warm alnico sustain on the neck—perfect for session work that demands cutting rhythm punch and searing lead articulation. The dual EMG Bone Breakers and straightforward active controls (volume, tone, pickup select) give you quick access to a wide range of metal voices without menu diving, and the neck-thru construction delivers the sustain and resonance that translate into tight, controlled recordings. At this price, you're getting professional-grade tone and build quality optimized for tracking heavy material.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Hard Rock
- ✓ Thrash Metal
- ✓ Lead Work
Not the best pick for
- – Jazz
- – Folk
- – Worship
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What skill level is this guitar suited for?
The KH-V is designed for intermediate to professional players pursuing metal, hard rock, and thrash. The extra-thin U-shaped neck and 24 extra-jumbo frets accelerate fast position shifts and solos, but they reward technique and finger strength—this isn't a beginner's first guitar.
What is the finish flaw mentioned in the description?
This is a minor cosmetic imperfection on the metallic gold finish at the 8th fret, visible in photos but typically imperceptible during live performance. The guitar is fully functional and cosmetically near-flawless otherwise.
How do the EMG pickups sound, and can you dial in different tones?
The ceramic bridge pickup (BB-B) delivers high-output aggression ideal for tight rhythms, while the alnico 5 neck pickup (BB-N) adds warmth and sustain for lead work. The three-way toggle and tone control give you straightforward access to bridge, neck, and blended voices without requiring complex switching.
Is tuning stability reliable for aggressive playing?
Yes. The neck-thru construction, locking tuning machines, molded nut, and Tonepros locking TOM-style bridge with string-thru design all work together to lock in your setup so you can focus on playing without constant re-tuning during or between sets.
What is included with the guitar?
You get the guitar, a deluxe hardshell ESP case, and all hardware pre-assembled and ready to play—no additional setup pieces required.
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