ESP LTD JH-600 CTM Jeff Hanneman Signature Electric Guitar in Black

The ESP LTD JH-600 CTM Jeff Hanneman Signature in Black is a no-compromise metal machine built to capture the ferocity, speed and precision of the legendary Slayer guitarist. With neck-thru construction, active EMG pickups and a Kahler trem system, it is purpose-built for crushing rhythm work and searing leads at stage volumes.

Designed around Jeff Hanneman’s own specifications, the JH-600 CTM combines a fast Extra Thin U neck profile with a slick Macassar ebony fingerboard and jumbo frets for effortless shredding. The alder body keeps things tight and articulate, while the EMG 81/85 set delivers the aggressive, saturated tones that defined some of the most influential thrash riffs of all time. Finished in a menacing Black with red star inlays, this is a signature guitar that looks as lethal as it sounds.

Whether you are chasing classic Slayer tones or simply need a brutally reliable workhorse for modern metal, the JH-600 CTM gives you the tools to play hard, fast and accurately. From precise intonation and rock-solid tuning stability to the smooth feel of its neck-thru design, every detail is geared towards high performance under pressure.

Neck-Thru Construction for Sustain and Stability

The JH-600 CTM uses neck-thru-body construction, with the three-piece maple neck running the full length of the guitar. This design offers exceptional sustain, improved resonance and superb upper fret access, making it ideal for long, singing leads and complex solos high up the neck. It also adds strength and stability, helping the guitar hold tuning and feel consistent night after night.

EMG 81/85 Active Pickups

Loaded with an EMG 81 in the bridge and an EMG 85 in the neck, this guitar is voiced for tight, high-gain metal tones with cutting attack and focused low end. The active circuitry provides high output with low noise, so your riffs stay clear and defined even under extreme distortion. From razor-sharp rhythm chugs to fluid, sustaining leads, the EMG set gives you the aggressive sound Jeff Hanneman was known for.

Kahler Hybrid Trem System

The Kahler Hybrid bridge offers smooth, controllable vibrato and divebombs while helping maintain tuning stability. Its design allows for precise intonation and comfortable palm muting, so you can use the trem arm aggressively without sacrificing playability or pitch accuracy. Perfect for expressive lead work and dramatic pitch effects in heavy music.

Fast Neck and Ebony Fingerboard

The Extra Thin U neck contour, 25.5 inch scale and Macassar ebony fingerboard with 350 mm radius combine to create a fast, modern playing surface. Jumbo frets make bends and vibrato easier, while the locking nut works with the Kahler system to keep everything secure. Whether you are alternate picking at high speed or executing wide interval runs, the neck is built to stay out of your way.

• Neck-Thru Alder and Maple Construction - The alder body with three-piece maple neck-thru design delivers a tight, punchy response with excellent sustain and resonance, ideal for articulate thrash riffing and soaring leads.
• EMG 81/85 Active Humbuckers - A classic high-gain pairing that provides crushing rhythm tones and singing lead sustain, with the clarity and low noise you need for precise, high-output metal playing.
• Kahler Hybrid Bridge with Locking Nut - Enjoy expressive vibrato and divebombs while keeping your tuning in check, thanks to the combination of the Kahler Hybrid trem system and locking nut.
• Fast Extra Thin U Neck with Ebony Board - The slim neck profile, Macassar ebony fingerboard and 24 extra-jumbo frets create a slick, fast-playing feel that makes complex riffs and rapid-fire solos more comfortable and controlled.

Body

• Body Wood: Alder
• Construction: Neck-Thru
• Finish: Black

Neck

• Neck Wood: 3 Piece Maple
• Neck Contour: Extra Thin U
• Scale Length: 25.5 inch
• Fingerboard: Macassar Ebony
• Fingerboard Radius: 350 mm
• Frets: 24 Extra Jumbo
• Nut Width: 42 mm
• Nut Type: Locking

Hardware

• Hardware Colour: Black
• Tuners: Grover
• Bridge: Kahler Hybrid
• Strap Button: Standard

Electronics

• Pickups: EMG 81 (Bridge), EMG 85 (Neck)
• Electronics Type: Active
• Controls: Volume, Tone, Toggle Switch

Miscellaneous

• Strings: D'Addario XL120 (.009/.011/.016/.024/.032/.042)
• Case: MH Guitar Form Fit Case
• Case Included: Yes