ESP LTD MH-1000B Baritone Guitar Black Satin B-Stock
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- SKU
- LMH1000BBLKS-B
- Color
- Black
Description
ESP LTD MH-1000B Baritone Guitar Black Satin B-Stock
The MH-1000B is engineered for studio and live tracking in extended tunings, leveraging a 27" baritone scale to capture tight, articulate low-end without flabbiness. Neck-thru construction provides the sustain stability and resonant coupling that translates cleanly to mic'd amps and direct recording chains, while the extra-thin U-contoured neck ensures fast tracking sessions and precise intonation across dense chord voicings. This B-Stock unit is fully functional with only minor cosmetic imperfections—a genuine opportunity to own a professional-grade ESP LTD at a reduced price.
Playability & Construction for Recording Sessions
The 3-piece maple neck with extra-thin U contour and Macassar ebony fingerboard minimize finger noise and dead zones during overdubs, while 24 extra-jumbo stainless steel frets maintain intonation accuracy across extended ranges. A 300-400mm compound fingerboard radius accommodates both fingerstyle passages and aggressive picking techniques within a single session, while neck-thru body construction maximizes note definition and sustain—critical for layering and punch-through in dense mixes.
Tone & Active Electronics
EMG 81 bridge pickup and EMG 60TW-R neck pickup with coil splitting deliver studio-ready articulation across rhythm and lead duties, with active circuitry ensuring consistent output levels across take-to-take recording. The push/pull tone control splits the neck pickup on demand, enabling rapid texture changes mid-session—heavy, compressed rhythms to cutting, defined leads—without switching instruments or requiring post-recording manipulation.
Key Features
- 27" baritone scale optimized for lower tunings with enhanced string tension
- Neck-thru body construction with mahogany body and maple cap
- 3-piece maple neck with extra-thin U contour
- Macassar ebony fingerboard with 300-400mm compound radius
- 24 extra-jumbo stainless steel frets
- EMG 81 bridge pickup and EMG 60TW-R neck pickup with coil splitting
- Active electronics with volume, tone (push/pull), and 3-way switch
- LTD locking tuners and TonePros locking TOM bridge with string-thru-body
- 42mm nut width
- Black satin finish with white binding on body, neck, and headstock
- Black hardware throughout
- D'Addario XL158 strings (.013/.017/.026W/.036/.046/.062) installed
The MH-1000B excels as a workhorse baritone for studio production, offering extended scale tracking capability, studio-grade active pickup consistency, and hardware stability that handles the demands of multi-take sessions and precision recording in modern heavy genres.
This specific B-Stock unit features minor cosmetic imperfections consistent with B-Stock inventory. These marks are purely superficial and have absolutely zero impact on the playability, tone, or structural integrity of the guitar. You'll receive a premium ESP LTD MH-1000B Baritone at a significant discount while maintaining complete peace of mind with the full manufacturer warranty.
More Information
| Condition | Refurbished |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
| Country of Manufacture | South Korea |
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At a Glance
The MH-1000B is a baritone recording guitar optimized for capturing punchy metal, progressive, and extended-range sessions with clarity and harmonic definition. EMG 81/60TW-R pickups with active electronics and coil-splitting versatility let you dial in crushing rhythm tones and articulate lead textures in the mix, while the 27" scale and neck-thru stability lock in consistent sustain across extended lower tunings. This B-Stock example offers professional studio capability at a significant savings.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Progressive
- ✓ Drop Tunings
- ✓ Extended Range
Not the best pick for
- – Jazz
- – Traditional Folk
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What does B-Stock mean, and will it affect the guitar's sound or playability?
B-Stock means this MH-1000B is fully functional with only minor cosmetic imperfections—superficial marks that have zero impact on playability, tone, or structural integrity. You receive the complete professional-grade instrument at a reduced price, backed by the full manufacturer warranty.
Is this guitar suitable for standard tuning, or is it only for drop tunings?
The 27" baritone scale is optimized for extended lower tunings and drop tunings; it ships with .013-.062 strings tuned for that platform. Standard tuning is not the intended use case—this is built for metal, progressive, and heavy music players.
What pickup configuration does the MH-1000B have, and can I split the coils?
It features an EMG 81 bridge pickup and EMG 60TW-R neck pickup with active electronics. A push/pull tone control splits the neck pickup on demand, giving you tonal range from crushing rhythm to articulate lead textures.
How does the neck feel, and is it comfortable for fast playing?
The extra-thin U-contoured 3-piece maple neck with a 300-400mm compound fingerboard radius is designed for speed and precision. The compound radius accommodates both flat lead lines and aggressive chording without dead spots.
What hardware and electronics are included?
The guitar includes LTD locking tuners, a TonePros locking TOM bridge with string-thru-body, active EMG circuitry with volume and tone controls, a 3-way switch, and D'Addario XL158 strings (.013-.062) already installed.
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