ESP LTD EC-1000 Electric Guitar in Granite Sparkle

Retailing in the region of £1,729.00

If you are looking for New Guitars from ESP, the ESP LTD EC-1000 Electric Guitar in Granite Sparkle is a great option. In stock, and ready to ship with fast, reliable delivery across the UK, Ireland, and Europe. For more details within Electric Guitars, additional Solid Body Electric Guitars options, full specifications, demos, images, videos, and secure online ordering, read more below.

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Description

If you are looking for New Guitars from ESP, the ESP LTD EC-1000 Electric Guitar in Granite Sparkle is a great option. In stock, and ready to ship with fast, reliable delivery across the UK, Ireland, and Europe. For more details within Electric Guitars, additional Solid Body Electric Guitars options, full specifications, demos, images, videos, and secure online ordering, read on below.

The ESP LTD EC-1000 Granite Sparkle takes the classic single-cut rock machine and arms it for modern metal and high-gain performance. With a sleek set-thru mahogany construction, ultra-stable hardware and a pair of Fishman Fluence Modern 3-Voice humbuckers, this EC is built to deliver crushing rhythm tones, searing leads and surprisingly pristine cleans, all wrapped up in a stage-ready Granite Sparkle finish with matching headstock.

Under the glittering exterior you get serious pro-spec appointments that make a real difference when you plug in. Stainless steel XJ frets, a Thin U neck profile and Macassar ebony fingerboard give you a fast, slick playing feel that will keep up with the most demanding techniques. Locking hardware from TonePros and LTD keeps tuning rock solid, while the 24.75 inch scale and mahogany body provide the familiar feel and punch that EC players love.

The real tonal magic comes from the Fishman Fluence Modern 3-Voice pickups. With push/pull controls on both volume knobs and the tone control, you can access multiple distinct voices from each pickup, from tight, aggressive active tones to more open, dynamic sounds that sit perfectly in a mix. Whether you are chugging in drop tunings, playing articulate prog lines or switching to glassy cleans, the EC-1000 Granite Sparkle has the versatility to cover it all.

Finished in a bold Granite Sparkle with black hardware and MOP script inlay, this guitar looks every bit as powerful as it sounds. If you want a reliable, gig-ready instrument that combines modern metal performance with classic single-cut attitude, the ESP LTD EC-1000 Granite Sparkle is a serious contender.

Fishman Fluence Modern 3-Voice Power

The EC-1000 Granite Sparkle is loaded with Fishman Fluence Modern 3-Voice humbuckers in Alnico (neck) and Ceramic (bridge) configurations. Using the push/pull neck volume for Voice 3 and the push/pull tone for Voice 2, you can instantly switch between multiple tonal characters without changing guitars. From tight, saturated high-gain to more open, expressive voices, these pickups stay clear and noise-free even under extreme distortion.

Fast Thin U Neck and Macassar Ebony Fingerboard

A 3-piece mahogany neck with Thin U profile and Macassar ebony fingerboard gives you a smooth, fast playing surface that is ideal for modern techniques. The 350 mm fingerboard radius keeps bends comfortable and chords clean, while the 42 mm nut width feels familiar and easy to navigate whether you are riffing low or shredding high.

Stainless Steel XJ Frets for Longevity and Precision

With 24 extra-jumbo stainless steel frets, this EC-1000 is built for years of hard playing. Stainless steel resists wear far better than traditional fret materials, keeping your bends smooth and your intonation accurate over time. The larger XJ size makes big bends, fast legato and precise vibrato feel effortless across the entire neck.

Rock-Solid Locking Hardware

A TonePros locking Tune-o-Matic bridge and tailpiece work together with LTD locking tuners to keep your tuning stable and your intonation dialled in. The locking design improves sustain and transfer of string vibration into the mahogany body, while making string changes quicker and more secure for players who gig or record regularly.

Key Features

  • Fishman Fluence Modern 3-Voice Pickups – Alnico neck and Ceramic bridge humbuckers provide multiple switchable voices via push/pull controls, giving you everything from tight, high-output metal tones to more open, dynamic sounds without sacrificing clarity.
  • Set-Thru Mahogany Construction – The set-thru 3-piece mahogany neck and mahogany body combination delivers excellent sustain, warmth and upper-fret access, making it ideal for singing leads and powerful rhythm work.
  • Stainless Steel Extra-Jumbo Frets – 24 XJ stainless steel frets offer a smooth feel, long-lasting durability and precise intonation, perfect for players who demand consistency from their instrument night after night.
  • TonePros Locking TOM and LTD Locking Tuners – The locking Tune-o-Matic bridge, tailpiece and locking tuners enhance tuning stability and sustain, while making string changes faster and more reliable for studio and stage use.

Specifications

Body

  • Body Wood: Mahogany
  • Finish: Granite Sparkle
  • Body Type: Solidbody

Neck

  • Construction: Set-Thru
  • Neck Wood: 3-piece Mahogany
  • Scale Length: 24.75 inch
  • Fingerboard: Macassar Ebony
  • Fingerboard Radius: 350 mm
  • Neck Profile: Thin U
  • Number of Frets: 24
  • Fret Type: XJ Stainless Steel
  • Nut Width: 42 mm
  • Nut Type: Molded
  • Fingerboard Inlays: MOP Script
  • Headstock: Matching Granite Sparkle

Hardware

  • Hardware Colour: Black
  • Bridge: TonePros Locking TOM and Tailpiece
  • Tuners: LTD Locking
  • Strap Buttons: Standard

Electronics

  • Neck Pickup: Fishman Fluence Modern 3-Voice Humbucker Alnico Black Nickel (Direct-Mount)
  • Bridge Pickup: Fishman Fluence Modern 3-Voice Humbucker Ceramic Black Nickel (Direct-Mount)
  • Electronics Type: Active
  • Controls: Volume (Neck) / Volume (Bridge) / Tone / Toggle Switch
  • Special Electronics: Pull Neck Volume for Voice 3 / Pull Tone for Voice 2

Miscellaneous

  • Orientation: Right Handed
  • Strings: D’Addario XL110 (.010 / .013 / .017 / .026 / .036 / .046)

Additional information

Weight 22.5 kg

About the manufacturer

ESP

ESP is a Japanese guitar and bass manufacturer founded in 1975, originally known as Electric Sound Products. The company is highly respected for its precision craftsmanship and powerful designs that appeal especially to rock and metal players. ESP offers a wide range of instruments, from its high-end Custom Shop models made in Japan and the USA to the more affordable LTD series aimed at everyday musicians. Known for their sleek looks, fast necks, and aggressive tone, ESP guitars are a popular choice for both professional performers and aspiring players across the UK.

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