ESP LTD MH-1001

Premium M-Series Superstrat with Modern Power

The ESP LTD MH-1000 is a high-performance Superstrat electric guitar from ESP’s LTD 1000 Series, designed for aggressive styles like metal and hard rock. Ideal for working musicians across Australia, it features a mahogany body with a quilted maple top, set-thru neck, and versatile pickup options for powerful, sustaining tones. Available in finishes like Black Ocean, Charcoal Burst, and Snow White, it’s praised for its playability, build quality, and value, making it a stage-ready choice for pros and enthusiasts alike.

Exceptional Sound Quality

The MH-1000 delivers ferocious tones with professional clarity:

• Body: Mahogany with a quilted maple top for warm resonance and enhanced sustain, providing a balanced response with punchy mids and tight lows. The double-cutaway design ensures ergonomic comfort and easy upper-fret access.
• Tone: Aggressive and dynamic, excelling in high-gain rhythms and leads. The set-thru neck construction offers “eternal sustain,” while the 25.5″ scale length provides a familiar feel with modern speed.
• Pickups: Options include EMG 81/85 active humbuckers for high-output, low-noise performance or Seymour Duncan Hot Rails/Pegasus for passive versatility. A 3-way toggle switch and push/pull coil-split (on some models) add tonal flexibility.
• Neck: 3-piece mahogany set-thru neck with a thin U-profile and satin finish for fast playability. The Macassar ebony fingerboard has a 12″-16″ compound radius, 24 extra-jumbo stainless steel frets, and offset block inlays for effortless shredding.
• Bridge: Floyd Rose 1000SE with stainless steel screws or TonePros locking TOM for rock-solid intonation and tuning stability.
• Controls: Master volume and tone knobs with a 3-way toggle for intuitive tone shaping.

Users love its versatility and build, with a Premier Guitar review (April 2024) stating, “The M-1001 (similar to MH-1000) is a streamlined shred machine with ferocious tones at $1,399.” Some note the active EMG versions require a 9V battery and may sound compressed for blues, preferring passive options.

Durable and Stylish Design

• Finishes: Black Ocean, Charcoal Burst, Snow White, with multi-ply binding and black chrome hardware for a premium, aggressive aesthetic.
• Weight: Approximately 7.5–8.5 lbs, offering a solid feel without fatigue.
• Hardware: Black chrome, with LTD locking tuners for reliable tuning.
• Build Quality: Set-thru mahogany neck, Macassar ebony fingerboard, and bound mahogany body for superior sustain and durability.

Backed by a 5-year warranty, it’s built to last. Prices range from $900–$1,200 USD (AUD 1,350–1,800), available at Audio Shop Australia, Mannys Music, and Store DJ.

Key Performance Features

• Body: Mahogany with Quilted Maple Top, Double-Cutaway
• Neck: 3-Piece Mahogany Set-Thru, Thin U Profile
• Fingerboard: Macassar Ebony, 12″-16″ Compound Radius, 24 Extra-Jumbo Stainless Steel Frets
• Pickups: EMG 81/85 Active or Seymour Duncan Hot Rails/Pegasus Passive Humbuckers
• Bridge: Floyd Rose 1000SE or TonePros Locking TOM
• Tuners: LTD Locking, Black Chrome
• Controls: Master Volume, Master Tone, 3-Way Toggle
• Warranty: 5 years

Notes

• Setup Tip: Adjust Floyd Rose or TOM bridge for optimal action; professional setup recommended for compound radius and stainless frets. 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 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.
• Community Feedback: Premier Guitar (April 2024) highlights its “ferocious tones and fast playability,” calling it a “shred machine at $1,399.” Sweetwater users give it 4.5/5, praising the “eternal sustain” from the set-thru neck.

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