DISC ESP LTD MWTR1 Michael Wilton Electric Guitar, Black

Full Description

Pair of Seymour Duncan Pickups

The MWTR-1 is equipped with a pair of Seymour Duncan Pickups, including a '59 at the neck and a Distortion at the bridge. The Seymour Duncan '59 is a vintage and high output pickup which produces sweet sustain, and a bright attack. The 59's full sounding low end and boosted high end, create an overall smooth and clear sound that is adaptable for many different playing styles. The 59 is paired with a Seymour Duncan Distortion at the bridge, which delivers full metal and rock tones for those crunchy, screaming rhythms.

Excellent Hardware

This LTD Michael Wilton Signature Guitar features premium hardware including a Floyd Rose Special Bridge and Grover tuners. The Floyd Rose tremolo bridge allows you to add extra dimension to your sound and pitch bend, while the Grover Tuners keep you in tune no matter how hard you play.

Lightweight Alder Body

Alder is a popular body tonewood due to its balanced tone and good dynamic range which suits most musical styles. The alder body is lightweight and comfortable, making it a good choice for long gig nights or studio sessions. Its bright, sizzling highs, rounded lows, and beefy midrange give the MWTR-1 excellent tonality for different music styles.

Maple Neck & Fingerboard

The ESP LTD MWTR1 Michael Wilton Electric Guitar features a smooth maple neck which enables fast and comfortable playing. The maple neck yields bright and twangy tones with amazing clarity, while the maple fingerboard offers great sustain. Together, both neck and fingerboard offer an exceptionally clear and defined sound, ideal for hard rock and heavy metal styles.

About Michael Wilton

Michael Wilton is the guitarist, songwriter and co-founder of American metal giants Queensryche. The group achieved worldwide success and recognition as one of the most respected bands of the 1980s. With a career spanning over 30 years, Michael is known for his rich tone and distinctive riffs.

Specifications

Body

• Series: LTD Signature
• Body Material: Alder
• Body Finish: Black With Single Tri-Ryche Graphic

Neck

• Neck Material: Maple
• Neck Shape: Thin U
• Scale Length: 25.5"
• Fingerboard Radius: 350mm
• Fingerboard: Maple
• Number of Frets: 22
• Fret Size: Extra Jumbo
• Nut: Locking
• Nut Width: 42mm

Hardware & Electronics

• Neck Pickup: Seymour Duncan'59
• Bridge Pickup: Seymour Duncan Distortion
• Controls: Volume, 3-Way Switch
• Bridge: Floyd Rose Special
• Tuning Machines: Grover
• Control Knobs: Chrome