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ESP LTD James Hetfield Signature Snakebyte - Black Satin

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Arrives Jun 14 โ€“ Jun 15
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Features

  • Designed for James Hetfield, frontman of Metallica and one of the most highly respected rhtyhm guitarists
  • Features set-neck construction at 24.75" scale, with a mahogany body and a three-piece mahogany neck
  • The ebony fingerboard has 22 extra-jumbo frets with a snake inlay at the 12th fret
  • Powered by James' own EMG JH SET active pickups and includes a TonePros locking TOM bridge and tailpiece
  • Available in Black Satin or Snow White finishes, as well as in a lefthanded version

Description

The James Hetfield Snakebyte is coiled and ready to strike. The modified EX body an all-mahogany and neck construction, ebony fretboard with 22 extra- jumbo frets, and venomous EMG active humbuckers. The metal logo headstock and fretboard snake inlay warn all who approach to tread lightly or be infected from an extremely heavy bite. It has a set-neck construction at 24.75" scale, with a mahogany body and neck, and an ebony fingerboard with 22 XJ frets. The Snakebyte comes with a bunch of high-end components, including ESP locking tuners, ESP strap locks, a Tonepros locking bridge/tailpiece, and EMG JH Het Set active pickups.

Brand: ESP GUITARS


Color: Black Satin


Top Material Type: Mahogany Wood


Body Material: Mahogany


Back Material Type: Mahogany Wood


Neck Material Type: Mahogany


Fretboard Material Type: Rosewood


Guitar Pickup Configuration: H


String Material Type: Nickel Steel


Hand Orientation: Right


Top Material Type: Mahogany Wood


Body Material Type: Mahogany


Back Material Type: Mahogany Wood


Neck Material Type: Mahogany


Fretboard Material Type: Rosewood


String Material Type: Nickel Steel


Guitar Pickup Configuration: H


Hand Orientation: Right


Guitar Bridge System: Tune-O-Matic


Number of Strings: 6


Sound Profile: Heavy, Distorted, Aggressive


Scale Length: 24.75 inches


Item Dimensions L x W x H: 53"L x 23"W x 6"H


String Nut Width: 42 Millimeters


Item Weight: 25 Pounds


Item Dimensions: 53 x 23 x 6 inches


Color: Black Satin


Brand Name: ESP GUITARS


UPC: 602003608872 799493255027


Manufacturer: ESP Guitars


Global Trade Identification Number: 27


Manufacturer Part Number: LSNAKEBYTEBLKS


Warranty Description: Lifetime limited.


Item Type Name: Snakebyte Signature Series James Hetfield Electric Guitar with Case, Black Satin


Included Components: Electric guitar


Unit Count: 1.0 Count


Model Name: Snakebyte


Model Number: LSNAKEBYTEBLKS


Instrument: Guitar


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If you place your order now, the estimated arrival date for this product is: Jun 14 โ€“ Jun 15

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Top Amazon Reviews


  • Just an amazing guitar!
Been a dream guitar of mine for a while. Decided it was time to get it, and I have to say I'm not disappointed. Perfect guitar, came earlier than expected, perfect shape no damage or sign of any problems. Plays Great. Gonna make a addition to my collection, and will look great on stage with my band. ๐Ÿค˜๐Ÿค˜๐Ÿค˜ ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on May 29, 2023 by Bro_Panic

  • You will be instantly friends with James if you buy this
Amazing guitar. I swear JH himself possess me a little while playing, I think this is a hidden feature. Wonderful neck feel and plays the best out of all my guitars. LOVE the satin. There is nothing better to slide on and the pickups are the best Iโ€™ve played and get me close to that Metallica sound. Good value since it comes with a sweet molded case ($200 value) and those sweet pickups ($250 value), so really itโ€™s like a normal ec1000 price around $850, so good deal! ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on June 22, 2020 by Johnny B Good

  • Top shelf quality that packs a punch
Unmatched quality for a guitar under two grand. If you like to play heavy metal and Metallica, it doesn't get much better than this.
Reviewed in the United States on December 18, 2022 by Tony Cooper

  • perfect
My husband love this . Its his dream guitar ๐ŸŽธ
Reviewed in the United States on May 12, 2020 by Aliza

  • ๐Ÿ˜
Spectacular !!!!!!!!!!!
Reviewed in the United States on October 3, 2018 by Vylette S.

  • Indonesian?
I guess ESP LTD moved production of some Korean guitars to Indonesia in 2017. I am not sure if this is correct, but this Snakebyte is from Indonesia (black plastic sharp nut). I have an LTD Vulture from Korea (better white nut). I am disappointed. I haven't played it much, so I am not talking about that. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on August 7, 2019 by Raj

  • Junk Junk
Broken. Nice guitar besides the huge crack
Reviewed in the United States on July 1, 2021 Reviewed in the United States on July 1, 2021 by Matthew Stoletee

  • Amazing
Just bought one from a guitsr center. It is a great guitsr with an impressive quality compared to the rest of the guitars I have
Reviewed in the United States on March 29, 2025 by Christian Zerbe

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