ESP LTD Kirk Hammett Signature KH-V - Black Sparkle
As the lead guitarist for Metallica, the biggest heavy metal band of all time, Kirk Hammett has inspired generations of musicians over the past 40+ years. Kirk’s solos are a crucial part of Metallica’s dominating sound, and he has relied on ESP for decades to make guitars that meet his every need. The LTD KH-V is the newest addition to the Kirk Hammett Signature Series. It’s available in three different versions: Black Sparkle with black hardware and black pickguard; Red Sparkle with gold hardware and gold pickguard; and Metallic Gold with gold hardware and cream pickguard. The KH-V offers neck-thru-body construction, with an extra-thin U-shaped three-piece maple neck and korina body at 25.5” scale. Its Macassar ebony fingerboard features pearloid wave inlays and 24 extra-jumbo frets. The sound of the KH-V is powered by a set of Kirk’s signature EMG Bone Breaker pickups, with the BB-B ceramic bridge and the BB-N alnico 5 neck pickups for crisp, crushing leads or smooth, rounded rhythm tones at the flip of a switch. Controls of the KH-V include volume, tone, and a three-way pickup selector toggle. Other pro features include a TonePros bridge with string-thru-body and LTD locking tuners. Includes ESP deluxe hardshell case.
- Black sparkle finish with black hardware adds style
- Korina body and neck-thru construction enhance tone
- Macassar ebony fretboard with 24 extra-jumbo frets
- Kirk Hammett signature EMG Bone Breaker pickups
- TonePros bridge with string-thru-body for stability
- Three-piece maple neck with extra-thin U-shape
- Includes ESP deluxe hardshell case for protection
| Brand | ESP |
| Colour | Black Sparkle |
| Warranty | 1 Year |
| Fretboard | Ebony |
| Guitar body | Korina |
| Guitar body type | Solid-body |
| Gigbag / Case | Case |
| Guitar finish | Gloss |
| Model | KH-V |
| Acoustic Guitar Pickup | No |
| Series | Signature |
| Number of strings | 6-string |
| Guitar type | Electric Guitars |
| Left or Right? | Right |