🔥 ESP LTD KH-V Red Sparkle – Kirk Hammett Signature | EMG Bone Breakers | W/ Deluxe Case 🔥 Ready to melt faces and steal the spotlight? This ESP LTD KH-V in Red Sparkle is a high-performance shred machine straight from the mind of Metallica’s legendary lead guitarist, Kirk Hammett. With scorching tone, slick neck-through feel, and stage-killer looks, it’s built for players who aren’t here to blend in.

🏆 Why You’ll Love It:


  • Signature EMG Bone Breaker pickups (BB-B ceramic bridge / BB-N Alnico neck) = blistering leads + buttery rhythm tones
  • Neck-thru construction with extra-thin U-shaped 3-piece maple neck = insane access + endless sustain
  • Korina body + Macassar ebony board = punchy resonance and a smooth, premium feel
  • TonePros locking bridge, LTD locking tuners, and 24 XJ frets = flawless tuning and effortless playability
  • Comes with the ESP deluxe hardshell case – road ready, gig worthy

🎯 25.5” scale length

🎯 Pearloid wave inlays

🎯 3-way toggle / volume / tone controls

🎯 Show-stopping Red Sparkle finish


Whether you’re a Metallica die-hard or just need a fast, ferocious V-shaped tone monster that turns heads and delivers the goods, this KH-V is ready to roar.


🎸 Personal Note from a Fellow Fan:

As a huge Kirk Hammett and Metallica fan, this guitar has been a true gem in my collection. The Red Sparkle finish is absolutely striking in person—photos just can’t capture the way it shimmers and shifts in the light. I’ve taken a few shots with sunlight to give you the best view, but be aware: the reflections can be wild, and it’s hard to do this guitar justice through pictures alone.

Letting this one go wasn’t easy. I’ve added a few other guitars recently and need to make room (and payments), so this incredible axe is ready for a new home. It’s in excellent to mint condition, with only light signs of handling—you’ll be impressed when you see it in person. The original plastic is still on the backplate and battery cover, so you can be the one to peel it if you’d like!


⚠️ Note: The stand shown in the photos is not included—it was just used for display purposes.

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🎶 Stop scrolling. Start shredding. This KH-V is stage-ready and fan-approved.


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🎸 Personal Note from a Fellow Fan:

As a huge Kirk Hammett and Metallica fan, this guitar has been a true gem in my collection. The Red Sparkle finish is absolutely striking in person—pictures can never truly do it justice. It catches the light in all the right ways and looks every bit as fierce as it sounds. Letting this one go is not easy for me, but with a few new guitars recently acquired (and bills to pay), I’ve made the tough call to pass it on. I hope it finds its way to another fellow fan who will appreciate its power, presence, and pedigree.


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🎶 Stop scrolling. Start shredding. This is the one.


  • ESP Deluxe Hard Case (Super-Wide Fit) – Built for road warriors: extra protection, snug fit, and ample padding—no rattles, no worries.
  • Gig-Ready Protection – Solid latches, plush interior, reinforced edges—perfect for flight, tours, or packing with gear.
  • Tailored for This V Shape – Custom-molded to fit the KH‑V snugly—no slipping, sliding, or even a hint of wiggle.


📦 Shipping Note:

Please note that this guitar ships in an ESP deluxe hard case, which is oversized and extra wide—much larger than a typical guitar case. As a result, the overall package qualifies as oversized shipping with UPS, and recent carrier rate increases have made this more expensive than standard guitar shipments. To ensure safe delivery, I ship via UPS with Reverb Safe Shipping insurance included. This protects both buyer and seller and reflects current real-world shipping costs for large, high-value gear. Thanks for understanding!


Ships fast and packed with care. Lower 48 states and must sign for your guitar.

Feel free to message me with any questions – thanks for checking it out!


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ConditionExcellent (Used)
Excellent items are almost entirely free from blemishes and other visual defects and have been played or used with the utmost care.Learn more
Brand
Model
  • KH-V Kirk Hammett Signature
Finish
  • Red Sparkle
Categories
Year
  • 2023
Made In
  • Korea, Republic of
Finish Style
  • Metallic
Body Shape
  • V-Style
Body Material
  • Korina
Neck Construction
  • Set-Neck
Right / Left Handed
  • Right Handed
Nut Width
  • 1.65"
Number of Strings
  • 6-String
Neck Material
  • Maple
Offset Body
  • Non-Offset Body
Color Family
  • Red
Body Type
  • Solid Body
Pickup Configuration
  • HH
Wood Top Style
  • Opaque
Fretboard Material
  • Ebony
Bridge/Tailpiece Type
  • String-Through
Finish Features
  • Matching Headstock
Scale Length
  • 25.5"
Number of Frets
  • 24

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