The ESP LTD XJ-1 HT reintroduces the iconic XJ guitar shape with a modern design and features tailored for today’s musicians. Featuring a textured sandblasted Black Blast finish on its swamp ash body, this guitar stands out both visually and sonically. Built with bolt-on construction and a 25.5” scale, it provides a reliable and sturdy playing experience. The tilt-back reverse headstock ensures enhanced string tension, making it perfect for lower tunings. Its three-piece roasted maple neck offers a thin U-shaped contour, paired with a Macassar ebony fingerboard that includes 22 extra-jumbo stainless steel frets and pearloid block inlays for excellent playability.   The XJ-1 HT is equipped with a Fishman Fluence Open Core Classic Humbucker in the bridge position, providing multiple voices accessible via push-pull control. Voice 1 delivers a legendary humbucker tone with high output for modern performances, while Voice 3 unlocks the coveted tone of a slightly overwound single-coil. Additional features include a Hipshot hardtail bridge with string-thru body for enhanced sustain, LTD locking tuners for excellent tuning stability, and a molded nut.   Features

• Distinctive XJ body shape with a sandblasted Black Blast finish for modern aesthetics.
• Fishman Fluence Open Core Classic Humbucker with push-pull control for versatile tonal options.
• Three-piece roasted maple neck with tilt-back reverse headstock for enhanced string tension and stability.
• Macassar ebony fingerboard with pearloid block inlays and 22 extra-jumbo stainless steel frets for exceptional playability.
• Hipshot hardtail bridge with string-thru body for improved sustain and reliability.

Specifications   General - Series: XJ Series - Orientation: Right-Hand - Color: Black Blast   Neck - Neck Material: 3Pc Roasted Maple - Neck Construction: Bolt-On - Neck Shape: Thin U - Fingerboard Material: Macassar Ebony - Fingerboard Radius: 350mm - Number of Frets: 22 XJ Stainless - Nut Material: Molded - Nut Width: 42mm   Body - Body Material: Swamp Ash - Finish: Black Blast   Hardware - Bridge: Hipshot w/ String Thru - Tuning Machines: LTD Locking - Strap Buttons: Standard - Hardware Color: Black   Electronics - Pickup: Fishman Fluence Open Core Classic Humbucker Black (Pull Volume for Voice 3) - Electronics Type: Active - Controls: Volume (Push/Pull)   Measurements - Scale Length: 25.5" - Strings: D'Addario XL110 (.010/.013/.017/.026/.036/.046)   Case - Case: XJ Guitar Form Fit Case - Case Included: No   The ESP LTD XJ-1 HT (Black Blast) is a forward-thinking guitar that offers unmatched versatility, tonal clarity, and striking aesthetics. Whether you're in the studio or on stage, it’s designed to meet the needs of modern musicians.