ESP LTD MH-400HT QM Electric Guitar in See Thru Black Sunburst

Retailing in the region of £899.00

If you are looking for New Guitars from ESP, the ESP LTD MH-400HT QM Electric Guitar in See Thru Black Sunburst 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 MH-400HT QM Electric Guitar in See Thru Black Sunburst 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 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.

Key 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

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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