ESP LTD GH-600 Gary Holt Guitar Black B-Stock 0513

ESP LTD GH-600 Gary Holt Signature Series Electric Guitar – Black

The ESP LTD GH-600 Gary Holt Signature Guitar is built for thrash metal power, speed, and aggression, designed to meet the demands of Slayer and Exodus legend Gary Holt. Featuring red EMG 81/89R active pickups, a Floyd Rose 1000 tremolo, and set-thru construction, this guitar delivers crushing tone, high-speed playability, and rock-solid tuning stability, making it perfect for shredders and heavy riffers alike.

Key Features & Benefits

• Set-Thru Construction – Enhances sustain, improves resonance, and allows smooth access to higher frets.
• EMG 81/89R Active Pickups – Offers powerful, articulate tones with high output, tight lows, and aggressive mids for metal and thrash.
• Floyd Rose 1000 Tremolo – Delivers extreme dive-bombs and precise tuning stability, perfect for expressive lead playing.
• Macassar Ebony Fingerboard – Provides a fast, smooth playing surface with enhanced note clarity and sustain.
• Thin U Neck Contour – Optimized for speed and comfort, making fast riffing and soloing effortless.
• 22 Extra Jumbo Frets – Ideal for shredding, allowing easier bends, tapping, and legato runs.
• Grover Tuners – Ensures rock-solid tuning stability, keeping the guitar in perfect tune even during aggressive playing.
• D’Addario XL120 Strings (.009-.042) – Balanced for smooth bending, precise articulation, and durability.
• Red Binding on Body, Neck, and Headstock – A striking contrast to the glossy black finish, giving it a bold and aggressive look.
• Included EC Guitar Form Fit Case – Protects your guitar during transport and storage, ensuring long-term durability.

Neck and Playability

• Neck Material: 3-Piece Mahogany (Strong and durable, adds warmth to the tone)
• Neck Construction: Set-Thru (Seamless feel and enhanced sustain)
• Fingerboard: Macassar Ebony (Fast, smooth, and responsive for metal and shred)
• Scale Length: 24.75 inches (Comfortable feel, ideal for fast playing and expressive bends)
• Frets: 22 Extra Jumbo (Easier bending and smoother playability)
• Fingerboard Radius: 350mm (Comfortable for both chording and soloing)
• Neck Shape: Thin U (Fast playability for shredders and metal players)
• Nut Type: Locking (Prevents tuning issues, even with heavy tremolo use)
• Nut Width: 42mm (Comfortable for technical playing and fast fretboard navigation)

Body and Construction

• Body Material: Mahogany (Provides warm, full-bodied tone with strong midrange punch)
• Finish: Black (Glossy, sleek aesthetic with a stage-ready metal look)
• Hardware Color: Black (Matches the aggressive design for a unified appearance)
• Strap Buttons: Standard (Compatible with most strap locking systems)

Electronics and Hardware

• Bridge Pickup: EMG 81 RED (Tight, aggressive tone with excellent note articulation for heavy riffing)
• Neck Pickup: EMG 89R RED (Warm, dynamic tones with coil-splitting capability for versatility)
• Electronics: Active (Delivers high-output, noise-free performance)
• Controls: Volume, Volume (Push/Pull Coil Split), Toggle Switch (Simple yet powerful tone-shaping options)
• Bridge: Floyd Rose 1000 Tremolo (Extreme tremolo performance with superior tuning stability)
• Tuners: Grover (Keeps your guitar in tune during intense performances)

The ESP LTD GH-600 Gary Holt Signature Guitar is built for uncompromising metal power, making it a must-have for serious players who demand precision, tone, and durability.

B-Stock Condition Note:

This B-stock guitar is unplayed and in excellent condition!  There are a few scratches under the strings between the pickups and a couple of finish blemishes near the binding.  Please see the close-up pictures for more details.  Great buy on an awesome guitar!