ESP LTD MT-I Electric Guitar in Black Satin

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SKU
LMTIBLKS
Color
Black
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Description

Sound & Tone

The mahogany body with white ash top, 3-piece maple neck and Macassar ebony board push a focused midrange with tight low end and clear top-end snap, while the set-thru joint and string-through Hipshot bridge keep notes sustaining and well defined under heavy gain. The Fishman Fluence Mick Thomson bridge pickup gives four selectable voices plus a bass boost shift, spanning articulate cleans, cutting rhythm crunch and thick, saturated lead tones. With a 25.5" scale, compound radius and 24 stainless frets, it suits modern and progressive metal, riff-driven rhythm work and technical lead playing.

ESP LTD MT-I Black Satin Guitar

The ESP LTD MT-I delivers a lightweight, comfortable platform built around a thin U-profile neck and set-through construction that promotes sustain and resonance. This model channels a modern metal aesthetic while maintaining the playability and tonal versatility needed for progressive and contemporary styles. The black satin finish provides a refined, non-reflective appearance that photographs well in studio lighting and resists fingerprints during long session days.

Playability & Recording Comfort

The thin U neck contour combined with a 42mm TUSQ XL nut and 300-400mm compound fingerboard radius creates a fast, forgiving playing surface that captures clean takes and complex passages with consistency. 24 medium jumbo stainless steel frets ensure durability and reliable intonation across tracking sessions, while the 25.5" scale maintains familiar string tension and note spacing for players transitioning from standard offset designs.

Tone & Session Electronics

The Fishman Fluence Mick Thomson bridge pickup offers three distinct voices selectable via a 3-way toggle, with a push-pull volume control unlocking a fourth voice and onboard bass boost shift for tonal range from articulate rhythm definition to aggressive lead character. Set-through construction married with a mahogany body, white ash top, and 3-piece maple neck delivers focused midrange presence and controlled sustain that sits well in dense mixes, ideal for both foundational riff tracking and lead articulation.

Key Features

  • Set-Thru construction for enhanced sustain and resonance
  • Mahogany body with white ash top
  • 3-piece maple neck with thin U contour
  • Macassar ebony fingerboard
  • 24 medium jumbo stainless steel frets
  • 25.5" scale length
  • 42mm Graph Tech TUSQ XL black nut
  • 300-400mm compound fingerboard radius
  • Fishman Fluence Mick Thomson bridge pickup with 4-voice selection (3-way toggle + push-pull volume)
  • Hipshot Grip-Lock open tuners and Hipshot Ibby HM bridge with string-through body design
  • Black hardware throughout with Gotoh locking strap button

The MT-I combines premium hardware, modern electronics, and refined construction to deliver an instrument suited to producers and engineers who demand both professional tracking performance and lightweight portability between studios.

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
Bridge Hipshot
Strings 6
Orientation Right handed
Made In South Korea

Who This Is For

Great for

  • Metal
  • Progressive
  • Djent
  • Hard Rock

Not the best pick for

  • Folk
  • Country
  • Jazz

Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional

Frequently Asked Questions

What skill level is this guitar best suited for?

The MT-I is designed for intermediate to advanced players and professionals. The thin U-profile neck and compound fingerboard radius reward faster playing and technique, while the premium hardware and Fishman Fluence electronics support varied playing styles and genres.

What genres and playing styles does this guitar excel at?

Built for metal, progressive, djent, and hard rock, the MT-I's focused midrange and controlled sustain prioritize rhythm definition and aggressive lead articulation. It is not optimized for folk, country, or jazz applications.

How many pickup voices does the Fishman Fluence Mick Thomson offer?

The Fishman Fluence bridge pickup provides four distinct voices: three accessed via the 3-way toggle switch and a fourth unlocked through the push-pull volume control, giving you range from articulate cleans to aggressive drive.

What is the fingerboard radius and why does it matter?

The 300–400mm compound fingerboard radius accommodates both open chords and aggressive lead bends without dead spots, making it versatile for rhythm and lead playing across the entire fretboard.

What makes the black satin finish practical for touring and studio use?

The black satin finish resists fingerprints and photographs cleanly, reducing visible wear during performances and recording sessions while maintaining a professional appearance on stage and in video.

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