ESP LTD TH-400 Electric Guitar Charcoal Mettalic
Description
ESP LTD TH-400 Electric Guitar in Charcoal Metallic
The TH-400 delivers a comfortable, fast-playing experience thanks to its thin U neck contour and smooth roasted maple construction. This instrument balances professional-grade components with practical affordability, making it a solid choice for recording sessions and live tracking that demand reliable performance in a modern platform. The charcoal metallic finish presents clean aesthetics with traditional hardware execution.
Recording & Instrument Stability
Constructed with a mahogany body and three-piece roasted maple neck, this guitar offers tonal stability and resonance across extended tracking sessions. The 25.5" scale with 42mm nut width and thin U neck profile create an accessible, ergonomic platform for both standard and aggressive playing techniques during overdubs and live-to-tape work, while the 350mm fingerboard radius supports smooth bending and chord work across the rosewood fretboard for expressive performances that translate clearly to tape.
Pickup Character & Mix Integration
The paired EMG 81 bridge and EMG 85 neck active humbucking pickups deliver aggressive, articulate output with high output levels—ideal for cutting through dense mixes in modern rock, metal, and high-gain production work. A straightforward Volume/Tone/3-way switch layout provides intuitive control for real-time gain shaping and tonal adjustment during recording sessions without unnecessary complexity.
Key Features
- Bolt-on mahogany body with charcoal metallic finish
- Three-piece roasted maple neck with thin U contour
- Rosewood fingerboard with 24 extra-jumbo XJ frets and offset dot inlays
- 25.5" scale length with 42mm molded nut
- 350mm fingerboard radius for smooth playability
- EMG 81 (bridge) and EMG 85 (neck) active humbucking pickups
- LTD fixed hardtail bridge with string-thru-body design
- LTD locking tuners with black hardware throughout
- Black single-ply binding with matching-finish headstock
- Volume/Tone/3-way switch electronics layout
- Factory setup and included D'Addario XL110 strings
- Case not included
The LTD TH-400 combines solid construction, professional pickups, and hardware features that justify its position as a capable tracking instrument for demanding studio applications.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
| Country of Manufacture | Indonesia |
Reviews
At a Glance
The TH-400 cuts through dense mixes with its high-output EMG 81/85 active humbuckers, delivering aggressive articulation and controlled sustain that works perfectly in modern metal, hard rock, and high-gain productions. The 25.5" scale and thin neck make quick tracking sessions painless, while the roasted maple construction ensures neck stability across takes and sessions. It's an excellent workhorse for home studios chasing modern, punchy rock and metal tones without studio complexity.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Hard Rock
- ✓ Modern Rock
- ✓ High-Gain
Not the best pick for
- – Jazz
- – Traditional Blues
- – Acoustic-focused Folk
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the TH-400 good for metal and hard rock?
Yes—it's specifically voiced for those genres. The EMG 81 bridge and EMG 85 neck pickups are aggressive, articulate, and high-output, designed to deliver tight, punchy tone ideal for modern metal, hard rock, and high-gain applications.
What neck profile does this guitar have?
The TH-400 features a thin U-contour three-piece roasted maple neck with a 25.5" scale, 42mm nut width, and 350mm fingerboard radius. This profile is fast and comfortable for both standard and aggressive playing techniques.
What pickups are in the TH-400?
It comes equipped with EMG 81 (bridge) and EMG 85 (neck) active humbucking pickups, which deliver high output, aggressive tone with excellent articulation and sustain.
What's included with this guitar?
The guitar ships with a factory setup and a set of D'Addario XL110 strings. A case is not included.
How does the TH-400 compare to similar guitars?
It sits alongside competitors like the Schecter Demon-6, Ibanez RG550, and Jackson JS32 Dinky in the intermediate-to-professional metal and hard-rock space, balancing professional components with practical affordability.
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