ESP LTD MH-1000B Baritone Guitar Black Satin B-Stock

The MH-1000B is engineered to capture extended low-end definition and maintain neck stability across aggressive downtunings in the studio. Its 27" baritone scale keeps string tension controlled and predictable through drop-D territory and beyond, while neck-thru construction delivers the sustain and resonance needed for layered riff tracking and precision rhythm work. The Extra Thin U maple neck and Macassar ebony fingerboard enable fast, accurate voicing—critical for session work and punch-in recordings.

Recording Design & Build

The combination of mahogany body with maple cap and 3-piece maple neck creates a tonal foundation with natural clarity and defined low-mid presence ideal for heavy mix balancing. The 300-400mm compound fingerboard radius, 24 XJ stainless steel frets, and 42mm molded nut ensure consistent intonation across takes and minimize unwanted finger noise during tracking. Neck-thru construction maximizes sustain consistency—a crucial advantage when recording layered guitars or matching tone between multiple takes.

Tone Shaping & Signal Path

The EMG 81 bridge pickup captures articulate, high-output attack with excellent note separation—essential for cutting through dense mixes without muddiness. The EMG 60TW-R neck pickup introduces harmonic warmth and textural options, with an integrated pull-to-split coil function for cleaner, more compressed textures on rhythm passes. Active electronics including volume, tone (push/pull), and 3-way switch provide real-time tonal sculpting during sessions without rerecording. The TonePros locking TOM bridge with string-thru construction and LTD locking tuners guarantee tuning hold across long session days and multiple overdub passes.

Key Features

• 27" baritone scale optimized for lower tunings with excellent string tension and resonance
• Neck-thru construction for maximum sustain and structural stability
• Mahogany body with maple cap and 3-piece maple neck
• Macassar ebony fingerboard with 300-400mm compound radius
• 24 XJ stainless steel frets for durability and smooth playability
• Extra Thin U neck contour for fast, comfortable playing
• EMG 81 bridge pickup and EMG 60TW-R neck pickup with coil split
• TonePros locking TOM bridge with string-thru construction
• LTD locking tuners for reliable tuning stability
• Black hardware throughout
• Black Satin finish
• Pre-strung with D'Addario XL158 baritone strings (.013–.062)

This B-Stock example has minor cosmetic blemishes but is fully functional and covered by ESP's warranty—a professional-grade baritone built for studio and stage use at a significant discount.

This specific B-Stock unit features minor cosmetic imperfections from standard warehouse handling. These marks are purely superficial and have absolutely zero impact on the playability, tone, or structural integrity of the guitar. Acquire this premium ESP LTD baritone at a significant B-Stock discount while maintaining complete manufacturer warranty coverage and peace of mind.