NEW & IMPROVED! Frets polished and fretboard cleaned and conditioned. Ebony is super black and glassy smooth. New photos posted after the work was performed.
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In great shape. Has a few minor surface imperfections, but no chips, dings, scratches, or cracks. Includes ESP case and whammy bar.
The ESP LTD M-1000 Purple Natural Burst is a high-performance electric guitar from the LTD 1000 Series, designed for professional musicians and serious players seeking premium tone, playability, and aesthetics. It features a striking Purple Natural Burst finish with a matching headstock and a gorgeous burled poplar top over an alder body, delivering both visual flair and balanced tonal characteristics.
Key Specifications
1. Construction & Design
- Body Type: Solid body, neck-thru construction for enhanced sustain and access to upper frets
- Body Material: Alder
- Top Material: Burled poplar
- Neck: 3-piece maple, extra-thin U-shaped profile
- Fingerboard: Macassar ebony with 350mm radius
- Frets: 24 extra-jumbo stainless steel
- Scale Length: 25.5"
- Nut: Locking, 43mm width
2. Electronics & Hardware
- Pickups: EMG 57TW (bridge) and EMG 66TW (neck) active humbuckers
- Controls: Volume and tone knobs with push/pull coil-splitting, 3-way pickup selector
- Bridge: Floyd Rose 1000SE locking tremolo system with stainless steel screws for tuning stability
- Tuners: Grover tuners
- Hardware Color: Black
Performance & Playability
The M-1000 is built for speed and precision, making it ideal for shredders and metal players. The neck-thru design and satin-finished maple neck provide smooth playability, while the Floyd Rose tremolo allows for aggressive whammy bar techniques without sacrificing tuning stability. The EMG active pickups offer high-output clarity and versatility, with push/pull coil splitting enabling single-coil-like tones for cleaner or more articulate sounds.
Pricing & Availability
The ESP LTD M-1000 Purple Natural Burst typically retails around $1,299–$1,399 USD, though prices may vary by retailer and region. ESP Case CMHFF sold separately.
Summary
The ESP LTD M-1000 Purple Natural Burst combines aggressive styling, professional-grade components, and versatile electronics in a reliable, stage-ready package. Whether you're into metal, hard rock, or high-gain fusion, this guitar delivers the performance and tone expected from ESP’s premium LTD line.
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| Condition | Excellent (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 |
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