ESP LTD M-Black Metal Electric Guitar Black Satin B-Stock 0616
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- SKU
- LMBKMBLKS-B0616
- Color
- Black
. Description
Sound & Tone
The Seymour Duncan Blackened Black Winter humbucker drives a tight, aggressive voice that holds its articulation under heavy distortion, with the alder body adding midrange punch and warmth beneath the attack. Neck-through construction and a Macassar ebony fingerboard sharpen the note definition and extend sustain, while the 25.5" scale keeps string tension firm for precise palm-muted riffing. With a single volume control, an extra-thin U neck and a Floyd Rose 1000, it is aimed squarely at modern and classic metal players working through fast lead runs, dive-bomb bends and high-gain rhythm work.
ESP LTD M-Black Metal Electric Guitar Black Satin B-Stock
The M-Black Metal is engineered for fast, articulate recording and tracking in high-gain sessions. Its extra-thin U neck contour and 25.5" scale enable precise, rapid lead capture across all registers, while the neck-through construction ensures sustain and resonance that maintains clarity and definition through dense, layered distortion. This instrument excels at cutting through aggressive mixes with focused, punchy tonality.
Playability & Recording Response
The 3-piece maple neck with extra-thin U contour delivers consistent feel and intonation stability across extended recording sessions, paired with a Macassar ebony fingerboard that responds precisely to dynamic picking and maintains tonal accuracy under aggressive technique. A 43mm locking nut and Floyd Rose 1000 bridge provide rock-solid tuning stability throughout tracked takes, while the black satin finish offers a practical, low-gloss aesthetic that resists fingerprints and handles studio use without cosmetic fatigue.
Tone & Signal Path
The Seymour Duncan Blackened Black Winter pickup delivers cutting articulation and sustained clarity even at extreme gain levels, maintaining definition through heavy distortion—ideal for layered rhythm tracking and lead work. A passive electronics setup with volume control keeps the signal path direct and responsive to performance dynamics, while the alder body contributes warmth and midrange punch that sits well in dense, compressed mixes typical of modern and classic metal production.
Key Features
- Neck-through construction for superior sustain and resonance
- 25.5" scale length with extra-thin U neck contour for speed and comfort
- 3-piece maple neck and Macassar ebony fingerboard
- 24 XJ frets for fast navigation across the entire range
- Seymour Duncan Blackened Black Winter active pickup
- Floyd Rose 1000 bridge and locking nut for tuning stability
- 350mm fingerboard radius for optimal string response
- Black hardware and satin black finish
- Grover tuners for reliable mechanical stability
- Passive electronics with volume control
- B-Stock condition: minor cosmetic imperfections with no structural impact
- Includes D'Addario XL120 strings (.009–.042 gauge)
This B-Stock M-Black Metal delivers complete sonic and performance capability at a reduced price point, with only cosmetic finish wear—ideal for studio tracking where tonal and structural integrity matter, and cosmetic appearance does not.
This specific B-Stock unit features minor cosmetic imperfections: white haze on the body, scratches at the edge of the upper cutaway, and small clear coat delamination by the pickup. These marks are purely superficial and have absolutely zero impact on the playability, tone, or structural integrity of the guitar. Acquire this professional-grade ESP LTD instrument at a significant B-Stock discount while enjoying the confidence of full manufacturer warranty coverage.
More Information
| Condition | Refurbished |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
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Specifications
| Body Style | Single Cutaway |
|---|---|
| Fretboard | Ebony |
| Pickups | Active HH |
| Bridge | Tremolo |
| Strings | 6 |
| Orientation | Right handed |
| Model Year | 2018 |
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Thrash Metal
- ✓ Hard Rock
- ✓ Drop Tunings
- ✓ Extended Range
Not the best pick for
- – Jazz
- – Blues
- – Folk
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What does B-Stock mean for this guitar?
B-Stock means the guitar is fully functional with minor cosmetic imperfections: this unit has white haze on the body, scratches at the edge of the upper cutaway, and small clear coat delamination near the pickup. These marks are purely superficial and have zero impact on playability, tone, or structural integrity, and the guitar includes full manufacturer warranty coverage.
Is this guitar suitable for metal and drop tunings?
Yes. The 25.5" scale length, neck-through construction, Floyd Rose 1000 bridge with locking nut, and Seymour Duncan Blackened Black Winter pickup are all purpose-built for metal, thrash metal, hard rock, and extended-range drop tunings, maintaining definition and sustain even at extreme gain levels.
How fast is the neck for lead work?
The extra-thin U-profile neck contour and 24 XJ frets on a 350mm fingerboard radius are optimized for lightning-fast lead navigation across the entire range, making this a dedicated speed and technical responsiveness instrument.
What pickup does it have and how does it sound through distortion?
The Seymour Duncan Blackened Black Winter active pickup delivers crushing articulation and sustained clarity even under walls of distortion, maintaining definition without muddiness. The passive electronics with volume control keep the signal path direct and responsive to your playing dynamics.
What's included in the box?
The guitar ships with D'Addario XL120 strings in .009–.042 gauge, ready to play out of the box.
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