ESP KH-202 – Black

The ESP KH-202 is part of the Kirk Hammett Signature Series, offering a superb combination of aggressive tone, high-speed playability, and killer aesthetics. Designed to meet the demands of serious metal players, this instrument delivers professional performance without compromise. Featuring a balanced Basswood body, a fast Maple neck, and a versatile set of ESP Designed pickups, the ESP KH-202 is ready for crushing riffs and searing solos. The stunning Black finish, paired with black hardware and Hammett's signature inlay set, ensures it is a standout electric guitar on any stage, capturing the essence of a metal icon's style.

Key Features:

• Body Material (Basswood): Provides a balanced, thick, and highly resonant tone, ideal for hard rock and heavy metal styles.
• Neck Material & Fingerboard (Maple/Roasted Jatoba): Features a stable, three-piece Maple neck paired with a smooth Roasted Jatoba fingerboard, offering durability and a comfortable playing surface.
• Neck Construction & Joint (Bolt-On): Offers structural integrity and a crisp snap to the attack, enhancing note articulation.
• Neck Profile (Extra Thin U): Ensures lightning-fast playability, reducing fatigue and enhancing performance for complex, high-speed lead work.
• Bridge System (Floyd Rose Special): Offers unparalleled tuning stability, sustain, and the capability for radical dive bombs and expressive vibrato.
• Pickup Configuration (ESP Designed LH-301N/B): Delivers high-output, powerful tone with excellent clarity and dynamic range, perfect for capturing classic metal sounds.
• Finish & Color (Black): Showcases a visually stunning and distinctive stealth aesthetic, reflecting a true signature model appeal.
• Scale Length (25.5"): The classic scale length provides optimal string tension and tonal balance for clarity and aggression.
• Frets (24 XJ): Features 24 extra-jumbo frets, making bending and tapping effortless across the entire fingerboard.
• Nut Type (Locking): Paired with the Floyd Rose system for exceptional tuning stability, even under extreme tremolo use.

Built with ESP's commitment to quality and attention to detail, the ESP KH-202 redefines what an entry-level signature model can achieve. Combining versatile tone, professional-grade components like the Floyd Rose Special, and effortless playability via the Extra Thin U neck, this instrument exemplifies the craftsmanship and powerful aesthetic that set the Kirk Hammett Signature Series apart. It’s the perfect choice for players looking to step up their game with an iconic, stage-ready instrument.

Why buy from Ernie Williamson Music?

Ernie Williamson Music is a full-line music store offering sales, service, rentals and the best lesson programs in the area. We are a "Best of the Ozarks" award winner, ranked in the top 100 music stores in the US, the number one Taylor Guitar dealer in Missouri, and a top 20 Taylor Guitar dealer in the US. We're a locally owned store with friendly, knowledgeable staff—but we make sure our prices compete with the big box stores. Whether you shop online or come by one of our four regional locations, you'll get excellent service, quality gear, and low prices.