ESP LTD KS M-6 Evertune Ken Susi Metallic Silver Guitar 0273
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Sound & Tone
Neck-through mahogany construction with a 3-piece maple neck and macassar ebony board gives this M-6 a tight, sustaining core, and the Fishman Fluence Modern humbuckers push that into focused, high-headroom territory: a ceramic bridge with aggressive attack and cutting upper mids, and an Alnico neck that stays clear and vocal under heavy gain. The push/pull volume and tone controls plus 3-way switch offer alternate voicings from those actives, so you can move between searing lead tones and cleaner, more articulate passages without outboard help. The 25.5" scale and Evertune bridge keep pitch stable and note definition intact through palm-muted riffing and bends, making it a natural fit for modern metal, progressive rock, and high-gain shred.
ESP LTD KS M-6 Evertune Ken Susi Metallic Silver Guitar
The KS M-6 is engineered for studio tracking and mixing applications where tuning stability and articulate tone definition are non-negotiable. The Evertune bridge maintains perfect intonation across takes—critical when layering multiple guitar passes or syncing with click tracks during high-gain sessions. The Fishman Fluence Modern Humbucker pickups with active electronics deliver note clarity that sits perfectly in dense mixes, while the neck-through mahogany construction produces sustain and resonance that translates cleanly through recording chains. The metallic silver finish rounds out an instrument equally suited to modern metal, progressive rock, or demanding session work.
Playability & Tracking Response
The 3-piece maple neck with thin U contour supports precise finger placement across extended recording sessions, while the macassar ebony fingerboard with 24 XJ frets and 350mm radius enables clean articulation for both rhythm takes and intricate lead passes. At , the balanced weight distribution reduces fatigue during long studio hours, and the 42mm molded nut width maintains consistent string spacing for predictable playing feel from take to take.
Recording Tone & Pickup Design
The Fishman Fluence Modern Humbucker pickups—Alnico neck and Ceramic bridge—with active electronics capture exceptional note definition at session volumes and deliver sustain that records with clarity through distortion and modulation effects. The push/pull volume and tone controls with 3-way switch provide real-time tonal shaping during tracking, minimizing the need for extensive post-processing, while the neck-through mahogany construction contributes inherent resonance that records with natural harmonic character.
Key Features
- Neck-through construction with mahogany body and 3-piece maple neck
- Macassar ebony fingerboard with 24 XJ frets and 350mm radius
- 25.5" scale with thin U neck contour
- 42mm molded nut width
- Evertune F-model bridge for tuning stability
- Fishman Fluence Modern Humbucker pickups with active electronics (Alnico neck, Ceramic bridge)
- Push/pull volume and tone controls with 3-way switch
- Chrome hardware with LTD tuners
- Metallic silver finish
- D'Addario XL120 strings (.009/.011/.016/.024/.032/.042)
- MH guitar form fit case included
The KS M-6 delivers studio-grade tuning stability, pickup clarity, and playability that supports demanding tracking and overdub workflows.
More Information
| Condition | Refurbished |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
| Country of Manufacture | South Korea |
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Specifications
| Body Style | Single Cutaway |
|---|---|
| Scale Length | 25.5" Scale |
| Frets | 24 Frets |
| Fretboard | Ebony |
| Neck Wood | Maple |
| Bridge | Fixed |
| Strings | 6 |
| Orientation | Right handed |
| Model Year | 2022 |
| Made In | South Korea |
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Progressive
- ✓ Hard Rock
- ✓ Drop Tunings
- ✓ Live Performance
Not the best pick for
- – Jazz
- – Blues
- – Folk
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this guitar suitable for metal and drop tunings?
Yes. The KS M-6 is engineered specifically for metal, progressive rock, and drop-tuning work. The Evertune F-model bridge locks tuning solid through intense bending and divebomb techniques, and it ships with D'Addario XL120 strings (.009/.011/.016/.024/.032/.042) tuned for lower tunings without sacrificing playability.
What skill level do I need to play this guitar?
This is an intermediate-to-professional instrument. The thin U-contour neck and 42mm nut width are built for fast, precise finger technique and aggressive lead work, but the playability and low action reward players with solid technique and the experience to dial in their playing style.
How does the pickup configuration affect tone?
The Fishman Fluence Modern Humbuckers pair an Alnico neck pickup with a Ceramic bridge pickup, paired with active electronics that deliver articulate highs, controlled sustain, and tight low end. The push/pull volume and tone controls with 3-way switch allow real-time tonal shaping without relying on effects chains.
What is neck-through construction and why does it matter?
Neck-through means the mahogany neck runs the full length of the body, improving sustain, resonance, and weight distribution for extended playing sessions without fatigue. This construction is standard on professional-grade instruments built for touring and studio use.
Will this guitar stay in tune during heavy playing?
Yes. The Evertune F-model bridge is specifically engineered to lock tuning stability through intense bending, divebombs, and aggressive lead techniques, eliminating the need to retune between songs or takes.
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