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Key Features
- The look - and sound - of Metallica's Kirk Hammett, in your hands
- Clarity through crushing distortion with Hammett-designed EMG pickups
- Infamous Metallica 'Spider' design, exactly as seen on Hammett's original
- Divebomb like the man himself thanks to Floyd Rose 1000 tremolo
ESP LTD KH-3 Spider Kirk Hammett, Black w/ Spider Graphic Overview
Pure '90s Metallica, reborn. This is one for the fans. The ESP LTD KH-3 Spider Kirk Hammett is a stunning recreation of the Metallica axe-man's specially designed, single-cut beauty. Sporting the notorious 'Spider' graphic and matching inlays, as seen on Kirk's own KH-3 model, the LTD KH-3 retains the precise look of the guitar that defined his performances on the Black Album tour.
However, some modern upgrades have brought this '90s classic right up to date. Its blistering, yet detailed tone comes courtesy of Hammett's signature 'Bonebreaker' EMG active humbucker set. This killer combo handles sweeping solos, raucous riffs and twinkling cleans with ease. And speaking of solos, you can lace yours with acrobatic divebombs and soulful bends, thanks to the Floyd Rose 1000 tremolo bridge. With a locking nut, Grover tuners and a fitted case included, this is no museum piece - this is road-ready history.
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Full Description
View Full DescriptionEMG Bonebreaker pickups
Times change. As Metallica's sound has progressed through their glittering career, so has Kirk Hammett's approach to guitar tone. His signature EMG humbucker set, dubbed 'Bonebreaker', is the result, bringing together the expected, head-splitting distortion sound with a more mature edge that takes full advantage of the KH-3's natural, singing tone.
The BB-B bridge model features a ceramic magnet, and delivers crushing distorted tones with a bold, in-your-face midrange, perfect for chunky chugs and chords with crunch. Meanwhile the BB-N neck unit's Alnico-5 construction offers silky-smooth soloing and dazzling clean tones, dripping with character. A fully stocked arsenal that's ideal for metal of any style.
One-of-a-kind looks
Living history. In 1991, when Kirk Hammett asked ESP to design him a single-cut version of his iconic KH-2 guitar, he knew it needed a paint job to match. Metallica's graphic designer, Pushead, stepped up and the result was the KH-3's instantly recognisable Spider graphic. The LTD KH-3 features a faithful recreation of that famous design, right down to its matching spider and skull 'n' crossbones fret inlays. Now you can take home the look of Hammett's inspiring '90s performances, most famously showcased on 'Tallica's 1998 live video, Cunning Stunts.
World class woods
Built for tone. ESP crafted the LTD KH-3 with materials chosen specifically for their top-notch tone. Its industry standard, basswood body is the ideal starting point for a well-rounded metal tone. Meanwhile, macassar ebony fretboard provides a snappy, clear sound with precise note definition, perfect for blistering solos and fast-paced fretting. Finally, a three-piece maple neck ensures top notch tuning stability, and with an extra-thin 'U' shape, you'll be racing up and down the frets with ease
About ESP Guitars
ESP LTD is a Japanese guitar manufacturer, established in 1975, primarily focused on the production of electric guitars and basses. Their product range will suit a wide variety of budgets and playing styles, with their popular Signature, Standard, Original, Graphic, Xtone, and Left Handed series' guitars. The company has a growing number of high profile artists who have designed their own signature instruments, such as Ron Wood, Kirk Hammett, Jeff Hanneman and many more.
Specifications
Body
- Product Code: 10007870
- Body Material: Basswood
- Finish: Black
- Construction: Neck-Thru
Neck and Fingerboard
- Neck Material: 3Pc Maple
- Fingerboard Material: Macassar Ebony
- Fingerboard Radius: 350 mm
- Scale Length: 24.75"
- Neck Contour: "Thin U"
- No. of Frets: 24
- Fret Size: XJ
Hardware and Electronics
- Nut Type: Locking
- Nut Width: 42 mm
- Hardware Finish: Black
- Strap Button: Standard
- Tuning Machines: Grover
- Bridge: Floyd Rose 1000
- Neck Pickup: EMG Bonebreaker BB-N
- Bridge Pickup: EMG Bonebreaker BB-B
- Electronics: Active
- Electronics Layout: Neck Volume/Bridge Volume/Tone/Toggle Switch
Miscellaneous
- Strings: D'Addario XL120 (.009/.011/.016/.024/.032/.042)
- Case: EC Guitar form fit case (Included)
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