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ESP LTD James Hetfield Signature Snakebyte - Snow White

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  • Demo LTD SNAKEBYTE
  • Snow Wht

Description

When James Hetfield and ESP came together to create a signature model, they changed the face of metal forever. With an ESP LTD Snake byte you get to experience the look, sound, and feel of Hatfield's own amazing guitar for yourself. The first thing you'll notice is how balanced the LTD Snake byte's body feels, making it easy to go from low-end riff age to high-flying solos. Plug it in, and the whole game changes. Thanks to the active EMG humbucker (Hatfield's own custom JH "Het" set), you'll get everything from the tight chugging rhythms to the screaming leads you'd expect from the metal axe that started it all. If you want to sound like a metal legend, this ESP LTD Snake byte is the perfect place to start.

Brand: ESP GUITARS


Color: Snow White


Top Material Type: Ebony Wood, Mahogany Wood


Body Material: Mahogany


Back Material Type: Mahogany


Neck Material Type: Mahogany


Fretboard Material Type: Ebony


Guitar Pickup Configuration: H


String Material Type: Nickel


Hand Orientation: Right


Item Weight: 12 pounds


Product Dimensions: 45 x 5 x 19 inches


Item model number: LSNAKEBYTESW


Is Discontinued By Manufacturer: No


Date First Available: April 13, 2004


Back Material: Mahogany


Body Material: Mahogany


Color Name: Snow White


Connector Type: 1/4" (6.35mm) audio jack


Fretboard Material: Ebony


Guitar Pickup Configuration: H


Scale Length: 24.75" Scale


String Material: Nickel


Top Material: Ebony Wood, Mahogany Wood


Neck Material Type: Mahogany


Number of Strings: 6


Guitar Bridge System: Tune-o-matic


Size: 45 inches


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Top Amazon Reviews

    • Beautiful Guitar!
This guitar is an amazing piece to add to the collection. Only draw back is because of the explorer shape and location of the strap knobs I will need to order a longer strap as it feels like it sits too high when standing up with a normal strap. That and I will upgrade it to strap locks which unfortunately the LTD version does not come with. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on November 3, 2022 by Todd C.
    • GREAT GUITAR!
GUYS! TWO WORDS, AMAZING GUITAR! i have a Gibson Les Paul and a SG Standard, but i always wanted an ESP and this Snakebite IS LOVELY! a must have guitar! JAMES HETFIELD AND METALLICA RULE! i am updating on July 2013 as the bad review stated, well i bought mine in 2011 and the price was $1200+ with an amazing hard case ESP Branded.. unlucky you. make sure you contact the dealer directly and make sure it comes with one! hell i even asked him to throw me an extra (POLICE DO NOT CROSS Strapp as gift) very kind dealer! the only con was made in Korea approved in USA.. But two yrs now, still amazing! ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on October 18, 2011 by PatCate
    • cheap headstock nut
$1,200 for a guitar that won't stay in tune for more than 5 minutes. Whoever put this cheap $5 nut on this guitar should be fired. Absolutely unacceptable. This will be my last purchase from this seller.
Reviewed in the United States on May 5, 2018 by Verified purchase
    • Craftsmanship is poor.
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Guitar plays great neck has blemishes. For the price this shouldn't be a thing. I won't buy online again.
Reviewed in the United States on November 3, 2022 by Heff Heff
    • Not new, but arrived in perfect shape.
I bought this here because they showed they had stock when everywhere else there was a backorder. I received it in good condition with the guitar in its case, but I noticed that the original ESP box had been taped shut and the staples were undone. When I opened the case the guitar wasn't wrapped in the typical foam and the accessories were scattered inside the case compartment. The guitar was in new condition with no noticeable marks or damage, but one of the pickups were so far raised that it rested on the strings preventing them from ringing. After a quick set up the guitar looked and played like new. None of this would be an issue if I didn't have to pay brand new pricing on a clearly "open box" buy. One the more positive side, I received a Korean guitar as opposed to an Indonesian made one. My understanding is that these are all being made in Indonesia now. I didn't take away any stars because the condition of the instrument was immaculate although it needed a small bit of TLC to be playable. I think an unknowing customer would've returned it. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on March 17, 2021 by Art
    • Amazing product held back by factory imperfections.
Ever since ESP moved the construction of their guitars (at least the LTD lineup), the quality of craftsmanship in minor details has gone down. But these little faulty details do add up. Upon inspection, the case it came in had loose buckles that were not secured all the way. Upon opening up the case, there was still a sense of grandeur and awe. From afar, this instrument is not a toy and it does show. Amazing white gloss finish to the body and the coiled snake inlay is metal as hell. However, upon closer examination the flaws start to show from the Indonesian factory. Only one of the pickups has the plastic wrapping. The input jack for the guitar cable is loose and floppy. The 3-way toggle switch had loose pieces that failed to keep it in place. And the bridge volume control was also loose and not in line with the rest of the assembly. I had to take out my tools to secure everything on the guitar. However, once that was taken care of and I plugged it into my amp... WOW. This thing packs a mean and heavy punch. TLDR: Killer instrument but came with loose knobs, input jack, and toggle switch. Guitar case had loose buckles. ESP please go back to your Korean factory! ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on September 9, 2020 by George A. Galaz
    • If you play rhythm, go with this, especially for metal.
Nothing more to say, except the active pickups are unreal, amazing clean tone too, I don't see how you can shred on this the frets are wide but hey, I love it.
Reviewed in the United States on June 26, 2020 by ahmed hammoud
    • IN LOVE!!
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Amazing sound and crafted to perfection! This purchase was an absolute winner. The pickup sound is incredibly clean with a reasonable overall weight to the body. The small neck allows for great maneuverability. Whoever purchases this ESP will not be disappointed. If I could I would give it 6 stars out of 5! ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on May 12, 2022 by PSLmusicman74 PSLmusicman74

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