ESP LTD KH-602 Kirk Hammett Signature Guitar – Black

The ESP LTD KH-602 is a high-performance metal guitar designed in collaboration with Kirk Hammett, the legendary lead guitarist of Metallica. Offering the aggressive tone, playability, and durability needed for professional recording and live performances, the KH-602 is an affordable alternative to the iconic ESP KH-2. Featuring neck-thru-body construction, EMG Bone Breaker active pickups, and a Floyd Rose 1000 bridge, this guitar delivers lightning-fast playability, crushing sustain, and precise tuning stability, making it perfect for shredders and metal enthusiasts alike.

Key Features & Benefits

• Neck-Thru Construction – Enhances sustain, resonance, and easy access to higher frets.
• EMG Bone Breaker Pickups – Offers high-output, dynamic tones, delivering both crushing distortion and clear cleans.
• Floyd Rose 1000 Bridge – Provides exceptional tuning stability and smooth tremolo action for dive bombs and whammy tricks.
• Macassar Ebony Fingerboard – Ensures a fast, responsive feel with tight note articulation.
• Extra Thin U Neck Contour – Optimized for speed and comfort, making fast solos and technical riffing effortless.
• 24 Extra Jumbo Frets – Allows for easier bending, tapping, and legato runs with minimal effort.
• Signature Skull & Bones Inlays – Inspired by Kirk Hammett’s personal style, adding a metal-inspired aesthetic.
• D’Addario XL120 Strings (.009-.042) – Provides a balance of playability, durability, and tone.
• Included MH Guitar Form Fit Case – Offers premium protection for transportation and storage.

Neck and Playability

• Neck Material: 3-Piece Maple (Strong and stable, resistant to warping)
• Neck Construction: Neck-Thru (Enhanced sustain and seamless playability)
• Fingerboard: Macassar Ebony (Fast, smooth, and precise for metal and shredding)
• Scale Length: 25.5 inches (Ideal for balanced tone and tight low-end response)
• Frets: 24 Extra Jumbo (Great for soloing and technical playing)
• Fingerboard Radius: 350mm (Comfortable for both rhythm and lead playing)
• Neck Shape: Extra Thin U (Perfect for high-speed riffing and solos)
• Nut Type: Locking (Provides rock-solid tuning stability)
• Nut Width: 42mm (Optimal width for fast technical playing)

Body and Construction

• Body Material: Alder (Delivers a balanced tone with crisp highs and strong mids)
• Finish: Black (Sleek, aggressive, and stage-ready aesthetic)
• Hardware Color: Black (Complements the metal-inspired design)
• Strap Buttons: Standard (Compatible with most strap locking systems)

Electronics and Hardware

• Bridge Pickup: EMG Bone Breaker (Tight, aggressive tone with high-output clarity)
• Neck Pickup: EMG Bone Breaker (Smooth sustain with punchy mids for leads)
• Electronics: Active (Powerful, noise-free performance for high-gain playing)
• Controls: Volume/Volume/Tone/3-Way Switch (Simple and effective tonal shaping options)
• Bridge: Floyd Rose 1000 (Reliable tremolo system for dive bombs and expressive playing)
• Tuners: LTD (Ensures solid tuning stability and precision)

Whether you're playing crushing metal riffs, blistering solos, or intricate lead work, the ESP LTD KH-602 is built for speed, aggression, and Kirk Hammett-approved performance

B-Stock Condition Notes:

This B stock guitar is unplayed and in great condition!  There are several tiny white over spray spots on the finish.  Please see the close up pictures for more detail.  Awesome buy on a great guitar!