Modern Hardtail Explorer for Aggressive Tones
The ESP LTD H-200 is a high-performance solid-body electric guitar from ESP’s H Series, offering an Explorer-style design with modern features for rock, metal, and progressive players across Australia. Featuring a mahogany body, bolt-on maple neck, and ESP LH-150 humbuckers, it delivers powerful, punchy tones with excellent sustain. Available in Black finish, it’s praised for its playability, value, and aggressive aesthetics, making it a reliable choice for stage and studio use.
High-Quality Performance
The H-200 is engineered for versatile, high-output tones:
- Body: Mahogany for warm resonance and balanced mids, with a contoured double-cutaway Explorer shape for ergonomic comfort and easy upper-fret access. The hardtail bridge enhances sustain and stability for heavy playing.
- Pickups: ESP Designed LH-150 humbuckers (neck and bridge) with pull-tone coil-split for high-output aggression and single-coil clarity. The 3-way toggle switch offers neck, bridge, or both for full-bodied rhythms and searing leads.
- Neck: Bolt-on maple with graphite reinforcement for stability, a roasted jatoba fingerboard with 24 extra-jumbo frets, and a 350mm radius for smooth bends and fast solos.
- Bridge: Hardtail with string-through-body design for increased sustain and tuning reliability.
- Controls: Volume and tone knobs with 3-way switch for intuitive tone shaping.
Users appreciate its quality and affordability, with a review from ESP’s site stating, “Holy smokes! What a beast! I bought the H-200FM and I am nowhere close to disappointed at all.” Some note it punches above its weight, holding its own against more expensive guitars.
Durable and Stylish Design
- Finishes: Black gloss with black chrome hardware for a sleek, aggressive look.
- Weight: Approximately 7.5–8.5 lbs, ensuring comfort for extended sessions.
- Hardware: Black chrome, with sealed die-cast tuners for tuning stability.
- Build Quality: Bolt-on maple neck, roasted jatoba fingerboard with offset dot inlays, and solid mahogany body for reliable performance.
Backed by a 5-year warranty, it’s built to last. Prices range from $400–$500 USD (AUD 600–750), available at Audio Shop Australia and other retailers.
Key Performance Features
- Body: Mahogany, contoured double-cutaway Explorer shape
- Neck: Bolt-on maple, graphite reinforcement
- Fingerboard: Roasted jatoba, 350mm radius, 24 extra-jumbo frets
- Pickups: 2x ESP LH-150 humbuckers with coil-split
- Bridge: Hardtail, string-through-body
- Tuners: Sealed die-cast
- Controls: Volume, tone, 3-way switch
- Warranty: 5 years
Notes
- Setup Tip: Adjust truss rod and bridge for optimal action; professional setup recommended for beginners. Use medium-gauge strings (e.g., 10–46) for balanced tension. Pair with Rode PodMic and RØDECaster Pro II for recording demos.
- Care Instructions: Store in a gig bag (~$50–$100 AUD) to protect the gloss finish; clean with a soft cloth.
- Compatibility: Works with standard amps; pair with Fender Tone Master for cleans or Mesa/Boogie for high-gain. Test non-ESP pickups for matching.
- Warranty: Register at esp-guitars.com for support; verify purchase from authorized retailers like Audio Shop Australia.
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