ESP LTD SN-1000HT/QM DARK BROWN SUNBURST guitar
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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
- LSN1000HTQMDBSB
. Description
Sound & Tone
The swamp ash body and bolt-on maple neck give this S-style solidbody a clear, snappy foundation, with the Hipshot string-through bridge and 25.5" scale adding tight low end and articulate attack. The Seymour Duncan APH-1N in the neck leans warm and vocal for cleans, blues phrasing and smoother lead lines, while the Custom 14 at the bridge pushes hard for high-gain rhythm work and cutting solos, and the push/pull voice select plus 3-way blade widen the range in between. With 24 frets, a compound-radius ebony board and a thin U neck, it suits modern rock and metal players who also want a versatile tone palette for studio and stage.
ESP LTD SN-1000HT/QM Dark Brown Sunburst
The SN-1000HT/QM is built to cut through dense mixes and record with clarity and presence. Its thin U-profile neck enables fast tracking and layered recording sessions, while the carefully voiced pickup configuration captures articulate highs and punchy lows. This S-style solidbody pairs ergonomic neck design with serious tonal capability, translating equally well to tight studio recordings or aggressive tracking takes. The quilted maple top and dark brown sunburst finish deliver visual character without sacrificing the resonance of the swamp ash body—essential when capturing the instrument's full frequency range.
Playability & Recording Comfort
The 3-piece roasted maple neck with satin finish resists moisture and stays responsive across long session hours, while the thin U neck shape accommodates rapid alternate picking and complex fingering patterns required in studio work. A 24-fret macassar ebony fingerboard with 11.81"-15.74" compound radius maintains tight intonation across the full range—critical for multitrack stacking and overdubs—and the extra jumbo stainless steel frets ensure consistent string-to-fret contact for clean recordings and predictable sustain throughout extended takes.
Tone & Session Electronics
The Seymour Duncan APH-1N humbucker in the neck position delivers warm, full-bodied tones that sit naturally in dense mixes, while the Seymour Duncan Custom 14 at the bridge provides aggressive output and cutting presence for lead passes and articulate rhythm tracks. The single tone control includes a push/pull voice select switch for real-time tonal shaping during recording, and the 3-way blade pickup switch enables quick configuration changes between neck, both, and bridge settings without breaking the session flow.
Key Features
- Solidbody S-style design with swamp ash body
- Quilted maple top with gloss finish
- Dark brown sunburst finish
- 3-piece roasted maple neck with satin finish and thin U profile
- 24-fret macassar ebony fingerboard with 11.81"-15.74" compound radius
- Extra jumbo stainless steel frets
- 25.5" scale length with 1.653" black bone nut
- Seymour Duncan APH-1N neck humbucker and Seymour Duncan Custom 14 bridge humbucker
- Hipshot string-through bridge and LTD locking tuners
- 1 volume, 1 tone with push/pull voice select, and 3-way blade pickup switch
- Bolt-on neck joint for tonal clarity and sustain
- Right-handed configuration, 6-string
This instrument combines refined hardware, premium electronics, and thoughtful construction to offer genuine recording value in a session-ready package.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
| Neck Construction | Bolt-On |
| 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 | Bolt-On |
| Bridge | Hipshot |
| Strings | 6 |
| Orientation | Right handed |
| Made In | South Korea |
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Rock
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Hard Rock
- ✓ Studio Sessions
- ✓ Live Performance
Not the best pick for
- – Jazz
- – Folk
- – Country
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What skill level is this guitar designed for?
The SN-1000HT/QM is built for intermediate to professional players. Its fast thin U-profile neck, extra jumbo frets, and tight compound-radius fingerboard reward experienced technique, while its forgiving body ergonomics and versatile pickup switching make it accessible to developing players with solid fundamentals.
What genres does this guitar work best in?
This model excels in rock, metal, and hard rock contexts—both live and in studio sessions. The aggressive bridge pickup and articulate sustain are designed for cutting lead work and heavy rhythm, while the warm neck humbucker handles fuller, cleaner tones when needed.
What pickups are in this guitar and can I shape the tone?
The SN-1000HT/QM uses a Seymour Duncan APH-1N humbucker in the neck position (warm, full-bodied) and a Seymour Duncan Custom 14 at the bridge (aggressive, cutting). A single tone control with a push/pull voice-select switch and 3-way blade pickup selector give you quick access to neck, both, and bridge configurations for real-time tonal adjustment.
How does the neck feel and what is the scale length?
The thin U-profile roasted maple neck with satin finish is fast and comfortable, resisting moisture for stable tuning. The 25.5" scale length with 11.81"-15.74" compound radius fingerboard keeps intonation tight across all 24 frets, and extra jumbo stainless steel frets ensure consistent string contact whether you're tracking sessions or playing live.
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