ESP LTD MV-1000 Electric Guitar in Pearl White
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- Brand new in original box
- Full ESP LTD manufacturer's warranty
- Free shipping in the continental US
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- SKU
- LMV1000PW
- Color
- White
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Description
Sound & Tone
The alder body and bolt-on roasted maple neck give the MV-1000 a balanced, quick-responding voice, while the Seymour Duncan Custom 14 TB in the bridge pushes thick, high-output crunch and sustain for modern metal and hard rock. The Hot Rails neck pickup adds fat, focused lead tones, and the push-pull coil-split thins things out for cleaner rhythm and clearer arpeggios. With a 24.75" scale, Macassar ebony board and 27 extra-jumbo frets over a Floyd Rose 1000SE, it favors slinky bends, extended-range lead runs and dive-bomb-heavy playing.
ESP LTD MV-1000 Maverick Pearl White
The MV-1000 Maverick captures aggressive high-gain tones with precision while remaining tonally versatile enough for cleaner sessions and mid-range textures. Its responsive, fast-playing neck and flexible pickup configuration make it an excellent choice for tracking multiple takes or layering parts in a single session. The pearl white finish photographs cleanly and maintains visual distinction across recording setups.
Playability & Recording Performance
The three-piece extra-thin U-shaped roasted maple neck combines lightweight construction with the stability roasted wood provides, while the 350 mm fingerboard radius and 27 extra-jumbo stainless steel frets enable both aggressive palm-muted rhythms and articulate lead passes without string noise or fret rattle. A 24.75" scale with 42 mm nut width offers familiar ergonomics that reduce hand fatigue during extended recording sessions while maintaining quick access to upper-register work.
Tone & Electronics
The guitar pairs an ESP-exclusive Seymour Duncan Custom 14 TB bridge pickup with coil-splitting capability via push-pull control against a Hot Rails neck pickup for real-time tonal shaping within a mix—dial in density for rhythm takes, then thin out for lead clarity without reaching for another instrument. A Floyd Rose 1000SE double-locking tremolo with stainless steel hardware maintains pitch integrity through studio experimentation and whammy bar textures, while Grover tuners ensure reliable string retention between overdubs.
Key Features
- Alder body for balanced resonance and lightweight feel
- Three-piece extra-thin U-shaped roasted maple neck
- Macassar ebony fingerboard with 350 mm radius
- 27 extra-jumbo stainless steel frets
- 24.75" scale length
- 42 mm nut width
- Reversed matching-finish headstock
- Bolt-on neck construction
- Seymour Duncan Custom 14 TB bridge pickup with coil-splitting (push-pull)
- Seymour Duncan Hot Rails neck pickup
- Floyd Rose 1000SE double-locking tremolo with stainless steel screws
- Grover tuners and black hardware
The MV-1000 combines modern hardware, professional-grade electronics, and refined construction into a session-ready instrument that tracks reliably across overdub sessions and demanding production workflows.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
| Neck Construction | Bolt-On |
| Country of Manufacture | South Korea |
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Specifications
| Scale Length | 24.75" Scale |
|---|---|
| Frets | 27 Frets |
| Fretboard | Ebony |
| Neck Wood | Maple |
| Neck Construction | Bolt-On |
| Bridge | Floyd Rose Licensed |
| Strings | 6 |
| Orientation | Right handed |
| Made In | South Korea |
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Hard Rock
- ✓ Progressive
- ✓ Studio Sessions
- ✓ Live Performance
Not the best pick for
- – Jazz
- – Blues
- – Folk
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the MV-1000 suitable for beginners or primarily for advanced players?
The MV-1000 is designed for intermediate, advanced, and professional players. Its extra-thin roasted maple neck, 24.75" scale length, and extra-jumbo frets favor faster techniques and experienced finger work; it is not recommended for jazz, blues, or folk playing styles.
What pickups are included and can they handle both high-gain and cleaner tones?
The guitar ships with a Seymour Duncan Custom 14 TB high-output bridge pickup with push-pull coil-splitting and a Seymour Duncan Hot Rails neck pickup. The coil-split versatility and balanced resonance of the alder body allow flexible output across gain ranges, from aggressive metal tones to cleaner lead work.
How does the Floyd Rose 1000SE tremolo hold up during aggressive playing?
The Floyd Rose 1000SE features double-locking technology and stainless steel hardware designed to maintain tuning stability through demanding whammy bar use. Grover tuners and the bolt-on neck construction support reliable string retention in both studio and live settings.
What genres does the MV-1000 excel at?
The MV-1000 is engineered for metal, hard rock, progressive, and studio sessions. Its high-output bridge pickup and aggressive gain-friendly design make it less suitable for jazz, blues, and folk applications.
What are the key playability features for upper-fret work?
The 350 mm fingerboard radius, 27 extra-jumbo stainless steel frets, and 24.75" scale length with 42 mm nut width combine to accommodate both aggressive techniques and smooth lead work while providing excellent upper-fret access without sacrificing familiar ergonomics.
Do I pay sales tax on this order?
We collect sales tax only on orders shipped to California. Orders shipped to any other US state are charged $0 sales tax at checkout when you buy direct from our website. On this item that is roughly $98 less out the door than the same listed price at a national retailer or on a marketplace. Marketplaces such as eBay, Reverb and Amazon collect sales tax in nearly every state as marketplace facilitators no matter who the seller is, so the same item at the same price costs less bought direct. Free US shipping and 30-day returns are included. Some states ask buyers to self-report use tax on out-of-state purchases.
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