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ESP LTD MH-400HT QM Electric Guitar in See Thru Black Sunburst
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The store is open 10am - 6pm Monday to Saturday and 11am - 5pm Sunday and bank holidays.
The stock information shows the quantity of units that are available to purchase at the Guildford store and the quantity of units that are available at our off-site Guildford warehouse. These stock levels are updated in real time.
Our Click and Collect service is available at our Guildford store from 10am - 6pm Monday to Saturday, and 11am - 5pm on Sunday. You can either choose click and collect as your delivery option online or, during store opening hours, call our sales team at 01483 456777 to place a 10% deposit.
If you have placed your order online, you will receive a confirmation email of your order and a separate follow-up text or email to confirm when your item is ready for collection.
Please do not come to the store before you have received the follow-up message, as your order may not yet be ready at the store.
If the only available stock is in our off-site warehouse it can be brought to the store location for you to try - you just need to contact the store within opening hours. Please note any requests received after 3.30pm will not arrive at the store until the following morning.
Please be aware that, unless you have paid a deposit to reserve the item, it will continue to be free, both online and in-store, for another customer to buy. Therefore we would advise you to place a 10% deposit by either using the on-line click and collect service or calling us 01483 456777.
SKU: 10024094
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Product Description
The ESP LTD MH-400HT QM is a sleek, modern metal machine built for serious players who demand crushing tone, fast playability and rock-solid tuning stability. With its set-thru construction, active EMG pickups and fixed string-thru bridge, this MH Series workhorse is made to deliver tight rhythm work, searing leads and consistent performance night after night.
Visually, the MH-400HT QM is a real head-turner. The See Thru Black Sunburst finish lets the quilted maple top take centre stage, while the matching headstock and black hardware complete a dark, high-end aesthetic. Under the hood, a mahogany body and three-piece maple neck provide a powerful, focused voice with plenty of sustain, perfectly matched to the aggressive character of the EMG 81 and 85 pickups.
Playability is front and centre thanks to the extra thin U neck profile, 350 mm radius rosewood fingerboard and 24 extra-jumbo frets. The result is a neck that feels fast and effortless under the fingers, ideal for technical riffing, big bends and fluid legato. Combined with the LTD locking tuners and fixed bridge with string-thru design, you get a guitar that stays in tune and feels precise, even under heavy playing styles.
Whether you are chugging tight low-end riffs, cutting through the mix with articulate leads or dialling in glassy cleans, the MH-400HT QM gives you the tools to do it all with confidence. It is a focused, no-nonsense instrument aimed squarely at modern rock and metal players who want pro-level performance without compromise.
EMG 81/85 Active Pickups
The classic EMG 81 bridge and EMG 85 neck combination delivers high-output, ultra-tight tone with exceptional clarity. Palm-muted riffs stay punchy and defined, while leads cut through dense mixes with ease. The active design keeps noise to a minimum and ensures a consistent, powerful signal that responds well to high-gain amps and pedals.
Set-Thru Construction and Mahogany Body
Set-thru construction enhances sustain and upper-fret access by creating a strong, seamless connection between neck and body. Paired with a mahogany body, you get a thick, rich core tone with plenty of midrange presence, helping your sound stay full and authoritative on stage or in the studio.
Fixed Bridge with String-Thru Design
The LTD fixed bridge with string-thru body layout offers rock-solid tuning stability and excellent sustain. With fewer moving parts than a tremolo system, it is simple to set up, reliable under aggressive playing and ideal for players who want a tight, focused feel and consistent intonation.
Fast Extra Thin U Neck and 24 XJ Frets
The three-piece maple neck with extra thin U profile and 350 mm radius rosewood fingerboard is built for speed and comfort. Combined with 24 extra-jumbo frets, it makes fast runs, wide bends and complex chords feel effortless, giving you full access to the entire fretboard for modern, technical playing styles.
Features
- EMG 81/85 Active Humbuckers - A legendary active pickup pairing that delivers tight low end, razor-sharp attack and singing sustain, perfect for high-gain metal, hard rock and articulate cleans.
- Set-Thru Neck Construction - Enhances sustain and resonance while providing smooth, unhindered access to the upper frets, ideal for soloing high up the neck.
- LTD Fixed Bridge with String-Thru Body - Offers excellent tuning stability, strong string-to-body transfer and a solid feel under the picking hand, with minimal maintenance required.
- Quilted Maple Top in See Thru Black Sunburst - Combines a striking, high-end look with added brightness and definition, helping your tone cut through while turning heads on stage.
Specifications
Body
- Body Wood: Mahogany
- Top Wood: Quilted Maple
- Finish: See Thru Black Sunburst
- Body Type: Solidbody
Neck
- Construction: Set-Thru
- Neck Wood: 3-piece Maple
- Neck Profile: Extra Thin U
- Scale Length: 25.5"
- Fingerboard: Rosewood
- Fingerboard Radius: 350 mm
- Frets: 24 Extra Jumbo
- Nut Width: 42 mm
- Nut: Moulded
- Inlays: Silver Block with Gold Shadow
- Headstock: Matching Finish
Hardware
- Bridge: LTD Fixed Bridge with String-Thru
- Tuners: LTD Locking
- Hardware Colour: Black
Electronics
- Neck Pickup: EMG 85 (Black)
- Bridge Pickup: EMG 81 (Black)
- Pickup Type: Active Humbuckers
- Controls: Volume, Tone, 3-way Switch
Miscellaneous
- Orientation: Right Handed
- Strings: D'Addario XL110 (.010/.013/.017/.026/.036/.046)
- Number of Strings: 6
