ESP LTD XJ-1 HT Black Blast

Merging offset style with single-pickup simplicity, the XJ-1 HT puts an alternative spin on ESP LTD’s ever-aggressive 6-string formula. This guitar’s lightweight and articulate-sounding ash body is shaped into a comfortable offset-waist XJ style, completed by a sustain-enhancing Hisphot string-through hardtail bridge. The bolt-on maple neck’s 3-piece roasted maple construction is sure to please shredders, metalheads, and rockers alike with a high-performance setup comprised of a 13.77-inch-radius Macassar ebony fingerboard, 22 XJ stainless-steel frets, and a speedy Thin “U” profile. Lastly, the LTD XJ-1 HT redefines the traditional limitations of a single-pickup instrument via its Fishman Fluence Open Core Classic humbucker, supplying you with multiple sonic voices ranging from classic humbucker warmth to single-coil shimmer.  While the LTD XJ-1 HT beams with bold offset-inspired aesthetics, this guitar’s bolt-on neck delivers exceptional ESP-style playability and performance. A supremely stable 3-piece roasted maple shaft forms the foundation of the LTD XJ-1 HT’s neck, carved into a Thin “U” profile to please shredders and technique-heavy players. Topside, a glassy Macassar ebony fingerboard studded 22 XJ stainless-steel frets supplies a slick feel and extreme resistance to fret wear. A distinctive reverse headstock and bold block inlays complete the package, seamlessly merging ESP aggression and iconic offset visuals.  Scores of guitarists sing the praises of single-pickup 6-strings like the LTD XJ-1 HT for their rock-solid simplicity and plug-and-play functionality. However, this surprisingly versatile single-pickup stunner harbors a secret under its molded metal pickguard: A Fishman Fluence Open Core Classic humbucker. This multi-voice pickup unlocks a multitude of sonic voicings to choose from, dramatically enhancing the LTD XJ-1 HT’s spartan single-pickup, single-volume-control setup via a handy push-pull knob.  The core of the LTD XJ-1 HT lies in its premium swamp ash body, sliced into a classic offset body shape for superior comfort and just a touch of alternative edge. Swamp ash is revered among guitarists for its beautiful grain, ample resonance, and sharp articulation, allowing you to load up the LTD XJ-1 HT with copious amounts of dirt-laden destruction without venturing into muddy and undefined territories. Moreover, the LTD XJ-1 HT’s string-through Hipshot bridge grants seriously soaring sustain, while the LTD locking tuners preserve your tuning stability and make for effortless string changes.

Features:

• Lightweight offset ash body delivers a clear, bright, and resonant bite
• Incredibly stable 3-piece roasted maple neck in a high-performance Thin “U” profile
• 13.77-inch-radius Macassar ebony fingerboard loaded with stainless-steel XJ frets
• A single Fishman Fluence Open Core Classic humbucker provides a multitude of sonic voices via the single push-pull volume control
• Hipshot string-through hardtail bridge grants prodigious sustain
• LTD locking tuners for quick string changes and rock-solid tuning stability
• Eye-catching reverse headstock, block inlays, and molded metal pickguard