ESP LTD KH-3 Spider Kirk Hammett, Black w/ Spider Graphic - Secondhand

Full Description

EMG 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)