ESP LTD Royal Shiva Guitar Silver Sunburst
ESP LTD Royal Shiva Guitar Silver Sunburst
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Description
ESP LTD Royal Shiva Guitar in Silver Sunburst
The Royal Shiva captures fast, responsive playing with its three-piece U-shaped mahogany neck and smooth Macassar ebony fingerboard. The double-cutaway design stays balanced during long tracking sessions and tracks with clarity across both lead and rhythm parts. The Silver Sunburst finish with white binding reads distinctly on camera and in band contexts, while the maple-capped mahogany body produces sustain and tonal definition that cuts through a mix.
Playability & Construction
The 25" scale with 22 extra-jumbo frets on a 305mm radius fingerboard makes tracking precise lines and aggressive rhythms equally straightforward. The 43mm bone nut and set-neck construction lock in intonation across takes, and the LTD locking tuners hold pitch reliably between punch-ins and overdub sessions.
Tone & Electronics
The Bill Kelliher signature Mojotone Hellbender humbuckers capture articulate, punchy mids with clarity across clean, crunch, and saturation tones. Dual Push/Pull volume and tone controls plus a toggle switch shape your tone during setup and session work, while the TonePros TOM bridge with nickel hardware anchors solid sustain and resonance into every recording.
Key Features
- Double-cutaway body design with maple cap over mahogany
- Three-piece U-shaped mahogany neck with set construction
- Macassar ebony fingerboard with mother-of-pearl block inlays
- 25" scale length, 22 extra-jumbo frets, 305mm radius
- 43mm bone nut
- Silver Sunburst finish with white binding on body, neck, and headstock
- Bill Kelliher signature Mojotone Hellbender humbuckers
- TonePros TOM bridge with nickel finish
- LTD locking tuners
- Push/Pull volume and tone controls with toggle switch
- Multi-ply black pickguard
- Includes deluxe ESP hardshell case and D'Addario XL110 strings
This instrument combines high-grade materials with premium hardware to deliver both visual impact and reliable performance across a wide range of recording and production styles.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
| Neck Construction | Set-Neck |
| Country of Manufacture | South Korea |
Reviews
At a Glance
The ESP LTD Royal Shiva captures articulate, punchy mids with exceptional clarity across all gain settings, making it a versatile choice for tracking metal, progressive, and hard rock in the studio. The Bill Kelliher signature Mojotone Hellbender humbuckers sit naturally in dense mixes while the dual Push/Pull controls and toggle switch offer real-time tone shaping during recording sessions. Its set-neck construction and TonePros TOM bridge provide solid sustain and intonation stability across multiple takes.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Hard Rock
- ✓ Progressive
Not the best pick for
- – Jazz
- – Traditional Folk
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What skill level is this guitar suited for?
The Royal Shiva is built for intermediate, advanced, and professional players. Its 25-inch scale, 22 extra-jumbo frets, and 305mm radius demand fret-hand precision and control, and the fast neck geometry rewards experienced technique.
What genres does this guitar excel in?
It is voiced and voiced for metal, hard rock, and progressive music. The articulate, punchy mids and clarity at high gain make it less suited to jazz and traditional folk styles.
What pickups are in this guitar?
The Royal Shiva features Bill Kelliher signature Mojotone Hellbender humbuckers, which deliver articulate mids, punchy tone, and sustained response with clarity across all gain settings.
What is included with the guitar?
The guitar ships with a deluxe ESP hardshell case and a set of D'Addario XL110 strings, providing ready-to-play protection and accessories out of the box.
How does the neck construction affect playability and tuning stability?
The three-piece U-shaped mahogany set-neck with a 43mm bone nut and LTD locking tuners ensures stable intonation and efficient energy transfer, while the 305mm radius Macassar ebony fretboard supports fast, precise playing during intense performance.
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