ESP LTD KH-202 Kirk Hammett - Black

The LTD KH-202 is an affordable signature model designed in collaboration with Metallica's legendary lead guitarist, Kirk Hammett. This guitar brings Kirk’s distinctive style and powerful sound to players at an accessible price. Featuring a sleek black finish, skull-and-crossbones inlays, and high-quality components, the KH-202 is perfect for metal enthusiasts who demand both performance and aesthetic appeal.   Built with bolt-on construction and a 25.5” scale, the KH-202 features a basswood body and a maple neck with a roasted jatoba fingerboard, delivering comfort and tone suitable for all playing styles. Equipped with ESP Designed LH-301 humbuckers and a Floyd Rose Special bridge, it provides the aggressive tones and playability needed for shredding solos and crushing rhythms.   

Features

• Kirk Hammett Signature Series guitar, designed for fans of Metallica’s lead guitarist
• Bolt-on construction for a classic feel and easy playability
• Basswood body and maple neck for balanced tone and durability
• Roasted jatoba fingerboard with skull-and-crossbones inlays for an iconic look
• ESP Designed LH-301 pickups for versatile, powerful tones
• Floyd Rose Special bridge for expressive vibrato and reliable tuning stability

Specifications:   

General - Series: Kirk Hammett Signature Series

Orientation: Right-Hand

Color: Black

Country of Origin: N/A   

Neck - Neck Material: Maple

Neck Finish: Satin

Neck Shape: Extra Thin U

Neck Construction: Bolt-On

Fingerboard Radius: 350mm

Fingerboard Material: Roasted Jatoba

Position Inlays: Skull and Crossbones

Number of Frets: 24

Fret Type: Extra Jumbo

Nut Width: 42mm

Nut Type: Locking   

Body - Body Material: Basswood

Body Finish: Black   

Hardware - Bridge: Floyd Rose Special

Hardware Finish: Black

Tuners: LTD - Strap Buttons: Standard

Strings: D'Addario XL120 (.009-.042)   

Electronics - Neck Pickup: ESP Designed LH-301N

Bridge Pickup: ESP Designed LH-301B

Pickup Configuration: HH

Controls: Volume (Neck), Volume (Bridge), Tone, 3-Way Selector

Electronics: Passive   

Measurements - Scale Length: 25.5"   

Additional Information - Case: MH Guitar Form Fit Case (not included)