ESP LTD M-1000HT Electric Guitar Black Fade
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. Description
Sound & Tone
The alder body with neck-thru maple construction and a Hipshot string-thru hardtail gives this M-1000HT a tight, focused attack with strong sustain and clear note separation, while the Macassar ebony board adds snap to the high end. Fishman Fluence Modern humbuckers cover a lot of ground: the ceramic bridge delivers high-output, low-noise clarity that stays articulate under heavy gain, the Alnico neck warms up leads, and the push-pull second voicing shifts the character without swapping guitars. With a 25.5" scale, extra thin U neck and 24 frets, it's aimed squarely at metal, hard rock and technical lead playing where fast runs and palm-muted riffing need to stay defined.
ESP LTD M-1000HT Electric Guitar Black Fade
The M-1000HT captures articulate, controlled tones in the studio with its neck-thru construction and extra-thin U-contour neck that supports extended tracking sessions without fatigue. The Black Fade finish with white body bindings presents a professional appearance, while the direct-mounted Fishman Fluence Modern Humbuckers with active electronics deliver transparent, responsive tone that cuts through a mix across multiple genres. This instrument is engineered for producers and engineers who demand both ergonomic comfort during long sessions and tonal clarity for precise recording and mixing decisions.
Playability & Construction
Neck-thru-body construction with an alder body and burled poplar top ensures sustain and tonal clarity in recordings, while the 3-piece maple neck with extra-thin U contour and satin finish enables fast, effortless movement across the 24 extra jumbo frets. The Macassar ebony fingerboard with 350mm radius and 43mm nut width provide precision fretting and comfortable string spacing for both clean and high-gain tracking work.
Electronics & Tone Shaping
Direct-mounted Fishman Fluence Modern Humbuckers—Alnico neck and Ceramic bridge—coupled with active 1x Volume and 1x Tone (Push/Pull) controls deliver high-output, noise-free performance with flexible tone-shaping for studio applications. The Hipshot bridge with string-thru-body design and LTD locking tuners maintain tuning stability and intonation accuracy across takes, while black hardware complements the instrument's visual presentation.
Key Features
- Neck-thru-body construction with alder body and burled poplar top
- Black Fade finish with gloss lacquer and white body bindings
- 3-piece maple neck with extra-thin U contour and satin finish
- Macassar ebony fingerboard with 350mm radius
- 24 extra jumbo frets with 43mm nut width
- 25.5" scale length
- Direct-mounted Fishman Fluence Modern Humbuckers (Alnico neck, Ceramic bridge)
- Active electronics with 1x Volume, 1x Tone (Push/Pull), and 3-way switch
- Hipshot bridge with string-thru-body design
- LTD locking tuners and black hardware
- Factory-strung with .010–.046 gauge strings
The M-1000HT combines established neck-thru engineering with modern pickup technology to capture reliable, articulate recordings across studio sessions and production applications.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
| Neck Construction | Neck-Thru-Body |
| Country of Manufacture | South Korea |
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Specifications
| Scale Length | 25.5" Scale |
|---|---|
| Frets | 24 Frets |
| Fretboard | Ebony |
| Neck Wood | Maple |
| Neck Construction | Neck-Thru-Body |
| Pickups | HH |
| Bridge | Hipshot |
| Strings | 6 |
| Orientation | Right handed |
| Made In | South Korea |
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Progressive
- ✓ Hard Rock
- ✓ Studio Sessions
- ✓ Live Performance
Not the best pick for
- – Traditional Jazz
- – Folk
- – Worship
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What neck profile does this guitar have?
The M-1000HT features a 3-piece maple neck with an extra-thin U contour and satin finish, designed for speed and comfort during extended playing sessions. The 350mm radius and 43mm nut width provide precision fretting and comfortable string spacing for both lead and rhythm work.
What pickups are installed, and what makes them suitable for heavy music?
The guitar ships with direct-mounted Fishman Fluence Modern Humbuckers—Alnico in the neck and Ceramic in the bridge—paired with active electronics that deliver high-output, noise-free tone with responsive articulation. These pickups are engineered for heavy metal and progressive rock, offering tight lows and clarity without feedback in live and studio settings.
Is this guitar suitable for both studio and live performance?
Yes. The neck-thru construction, Hipshot bridge with string-thru-body design, and LTD locking tuners ensure tuning stability and intonation accuracy in both environments, while the active electronics and Fishman pickups provide consistent, noise-free performance across studio tracking and live stages.
What genres is this guitar designed for?
The M-1000HT is purpose-built for metal, progressive rock, and hard rock, with high-output pickups and tight low end that excel in these styles. It is not optimized for traditional jazz, folk, or worship music.
What hardware and bridge system does it use?
The guitar features a Hipshot bridge with string-thru-body design for enhanced sustain and intonation accuracy, paired with LTD locking tuners and black hardware that ensure tuning stability and a cohesive visual presentation.
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