For sale: ESP LTD Elite ST-1 — Made in Japan, loaded with an EMG 81 bridge pickup and two EMG SA single coils.

This is one of the higher-end Japanese-made LTD Elite series guitars — excellent craftsmanship, fast neck, premium hardware, and a very versatile HSS active EMG setup that covers everything from glassy cleans to aggressive high-gain tones.

The EMG 81 in the bridge delivers:
• tight low end
• aggressive attack
• excellent sustain and harmonics
• classic metal rhythm tone

The EMG SA pickups in the neck/middle add:
• smooth Strat-style cleans
• articulate lead tones
• noiseless operation
• surprisingly warm blues/fusion tones for active pickups

This combination gives the guitar a really usable range:

  • classic rock
  • shred
  • modern metal
  • clean ambient tones
  • fusion leads

The Japanese-made Elite, later renamed to E-II series guitars are a noticeable step above standard LTD production models in terms of fit, finish, fretwork, and overall feel. The neck is extremely comfortable and fast without feeling thin or cheap.

The guitar plays great and sounds huge through both Marshall- and Mesa-style amps. The EMG set keeps the low end tight while still allowing clean tones to stay clear and quiet.

Features:
• Made in Japan
• EMG 81 + 2x EMG SA pickups
• Floyd Rose tremolo
• Fast maple neck
• Excellent fretwork and tuning stability

A fantastic professional-level super-Strat that combines Japanese build quality with a very versatile EMG setup.

Feel free to message with any questions!

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Listed3 months ago
ConditionExcellent (Used)
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Brand
Model
  • Elite ST-1
Finish
  • See Thru Black
Categories
Year
  • 2013
Fretboard Material
  • Rosewood
Right / Left Handed
  • Right Handed
Body Shape
  • S-Style
Pickup Configuration
  • HSS
Number of Strings
  • 6-String
Wood Top Style
  • Quilted
Neck Material
  • Maple
Finish Style
  • Gloss
Bridge/Tailpiece Type
  • Locking Tremolo Bridge
Body Type
  • Solid Body
Top Material
  • Maple
Color Family
  • Black
Finish Features
  • Matching Headstock
Scale Length
  • 25.5"
Neck Construction
  • Bolt-On
Number of Frets
  • 24

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