ESP LTD Deluxe MH-1000NT FM Charcoal Burst Electric Guitar, (Used)

The ESP LTD Deluxe MH-1000NT FM in Charcoal Burst is a premium fixed-bridge electric guitar built for players who want high-performance playability, modern active tones and sleek stage-ready styling. Combining ESP’s MH body design with a flamed maple top, set-thru neck construction, Macassar ebony fingerboard, stainless steel frets, Fishman Fluence Modern humbuckers and TonePros locking hardware, it is designed for precision, sustain and versatility.

This pre-owned example is listed in Excellent condition, meaning it shows only very light signs of previous use and remains fully functional and ready to play.

Supplied with a hardcase and weighing 8.3 lbs, this MH-1000NT FM is an ideal choice for modern rock, metal, progressive, alternative, studio work and players who want a professional-grade LTD with fixed-bridge stability.

At A Glance

Key Detail	Information
Brand	ESP LTD
Series	Deluxe / 1000 Series
Model	MH-1000NT FM
Finish	Charcoal Burst
Type	Solid Body Electric Guitar
Body	Mahogany with Flamed Maple Top
Neck	3-Piece Maple
Neck Construction	Set-Thru
Fingerboard	Macassar Ebony
Frets	24 Extra-Jumbo Stainless Steel
Pickup Configuration	HH
Pickups	Fishman Fluence Modern Humbuckers
Bridge	TonePros Locking TOM with String-Through Body
Weight	8.3 lbs
Condition	Pre-Owned, Excellent Condition
Included	Hardcase
Main Appeal	Premium fixed-bridge LTD with Fishman Fluence pickups and fast set-thru construction
Best For	Metal, modern rock, prog, hard rock, alternative, recording and live performance
Skill Level	Intermediate to professional

Condition Overview

Excellent Condition

This ESP LTD Deluxe MH-1000NT FM is in Excellent condition. This means it shows very light signs of use while remaining fully functional and well presented.

Excellent condition is ideal for players who want a clean pre-owned guitar with only minor evidence of careful previous ownership.

What’s Included?

✔ ESP LTD Deluxe MH-1000NT FM Charcoal Burst Electric Guitar
✔ Hardcase

✘ No Additional Accessories Included

Condition Notes

This guitar shows very light signs of previous use such as minor surface marks, faint handling wear or small signs of careful previous ownership.

No faults, repairs or modifications have been supplied for this listing. The guitar has been checked for playability and functionality before sale.

Fair Deal Inspection & Assessment

This pre-owned ESP LTD Deluxe MH-1000NT FM has been inspected and assessed by the Fair Deal Music team before being offered for sale.

Our checks include:

• Electronics tested
• Fishman Fluence Modern humbuckers checked
• Push-pull voicing control checked
• 3-way pickup selector tested
• Volume and tone controls checked
• Output jack tested
• Frets inspected
• Macassar ebony fingerboard checked
• Neck condition assessed
• LTD locking tuners checked
• TonePros locking TOM bridge checked
• String-through ferrules checked
• Hardware inspected
• General playability assessed
• Hardcase checked for basic usability

Service / Setup Work

All pre-owned guitars at Fair Deal Music are set up and checked before leaving the shop.

This ESP LTD Deluxe MH-1000NT FM has been assessed for playability, with the following checked:

• Action checked
• Neck relief checked
• Frets inspected
• Tuning stability checked
• Electronics tested
• Active pickup system checked
• Push-pull voice selection checked
• Hardware checked
• Bridge setup checked
• Intonation checked

Please note that guitar setup can sometimes shift slightly during delivery due to changes in temperature and humidity. We take this into account during our checks, but wood can naturally move in transit.

Why Choose The ESP LTD Deluxe MH-1000NT FM Charcoal Burst?

Premium LTD Deluxe Specification

The LTD Deluxe / 1000 Series is built for players who want higher-end performance features without stepping into full ESP pricing. The MH-1000NT FM offers professional-grade hardware, active pickups, stainless steel frets and refined playability.

Charcoal Burst Flamed Maple Top

The flamed maple top gives this guitar a striking premium look, while the translucent Charcoal Burst finish highlights the figuring beautifully. White binding around the body, neck and reverse headstock adds a clean, high-end visual finish.

Set-Thru Neck Construction

The set-thru 3-piece maple neck gives smooth upper-fret access and strong sustain. It is a great choice for fast lead work, technical playing and players who want a connected feel between the body and neck.

Extra Thin U Neck Profile

The Extra Thin U neck profile gives the MH-1000NT FM a fast and comfortable playing feel, making it ideal for modern rock, metal, lead guitar, riffing and extended playing sessions.

Macassar Ebony Fingerboard

The Macassar ebony fingerboard adds a smooth, premium feel with a crisp response. Combined with the compound radius and 24 extra-jumbo stainless steel frets, it supports both comfortable rhythm playing and precise lead work.

Fishman Fluence Modern Humbuckers

The direct-mounted Fishman Fluence Modern pickups give this guitar powerful modern active tones with excellent clarity. The ceramic bridge pickup delivers tight, aggressive attack for high-gain playing, while the alnico neck pickup offers fluid lead and clean tones.

Push-Pull Voice Selection

Each Fishman Fluence pickup offers two voices, accessed via the push-pull tone control. This gives the guitar more tonal flexibility than a standard active humbucker setup, allowing players to move between modern active precision and more passive-style response.

Fixed-Bridge Stability

The TonePros locking Tune-O-Matic bridge with string-through-body construction gives excellent tuning stability, sustain and reliability. It is ideal for players who prefer fixed-bridge dependability over a tremolo system.

Comfortable 8.3 lb Weight

At 8.3 lbs, this example has a substantial but manageable feel, offering solid resonance while remaining practical for rehearsal, recording and live performance.

Comparison Against Popular Alternatives

ESP LTD MH-1000NT FM vs ESP LTD MH-1000 Floyd Rose Models

Floyd Rose-equipped MH-1000 models offer tremolo expression and locking-bridge performance. The MH-1000NT FM is better for players who prefer fixed-bridge stability, easier string changes and strong tuning reliability.

ESP LTD MH-1000NT FM vs ESP LTD EC-1000

The EC-1000 offers a single-cut feel with a shorter Gibson-style outline. The MH-1000NT FM has a sleeker double-cutaway body, faster upper-fret access and a more modern superstrat-inspired feel.

ESP LTD MH-1000NT FM vs Ibanez RG Premium

An Ibanez RG Premium is a strong modern technical guitar with a very fast feel. The MH-1000NT FM offers a heavier, more substantial body style, Fishman Fluence modern tones and fixed-bridge sustain.

ESP LTD MH-1000NT FM vs Schecter C-1 SLS Elite

The Schecter C-1 SLS Elite shares modern metal-friendly features such as Fishman pickups and premium construction. The LTD MH-1000NT FM offers ESP/LTD’s MH body shape, reverse headstock styling and a TonePros string-through fixed bridge.

Who Is It For?

Modern Metal Players

The Fishman Fluence Modern pickups, tight bridge response and fixed-bridge stability make this guitar ideal for high-gain rhythm and precise riffing.

Progressive And Technical Guitarists

The set-thru neck, compound-radius fingerboard and 24 stainless steel frets support fast, accurate playing across the full neck.

Rock And Alternative Guitarists

The MH-1000NT FM is not limited to metal. Its pickup voicing options and fixed bridge make it useful for rock, alternative, hard rock and heavier indie tones.

Studio Musicians

The active pickups, voicing options and stable fixed bridge make this a reliable recording guitar for tight rhythm tracks, layered leads and clean parts.

Players Who Prefer Fixed Bridges

This is a strong choice for guitarists who want high-performance features without the maintenance of a locking tremolo.

Suitable Genres And Uses

This ESP LTD Deluxe MH-1000NT FM is well suited to:

• Modern metal
• Progressive metal
• Hard rock
• Alternative rock
• Metalcore
• Djent-inspired playing
• Classic metal
• Lead guitar
• Technical playing
• High-gain rhythm guitar
• Studio recording
• Live performance
• Rehearsals
• Drop tunings
• Fixed-bridge playing
• Players wanting a premium LTD Deluxe guitar

Educational Section: Why Choose A Fixed-Bridge Modern Metal Guitar?

A fixed-bridge modern metal guitar is a great choice for players who want tuning stability, sustain and straightforward maintenance. Unlike a floating tremolo system, a fixed bridge makes string changes, alternate tunings and setup adjustments more direct.

The ESP LTD MH-1000NT FM combines that fixed-bridge reliability with premium modern features. Fishman Fluence Modern pickups offer tight, articulate active tones, while the set-thru neck and stainless steel frets support fast, accurate playing.

For players who want a professional-feeling guitar that can handle high-gain performance, studio recording and regular gigging without the extra upkeep of a Floyd Rose, this is a superb option.

Looking for advice on choosing the right ESP LTD, modern metal guitar or pre-owned electric? Our experienced team of musicians can help by phone, online or in-store.

Story & Context: ESP LTD MH-1000NT FM

The ESP LTD MH Series combines design ideas from ESP’s Horizon and M / Mirage-style guitars, resulting in a sleek, high-performance double-cutaway electric with strong modern appeal. The MH-1000NT FM adds a fixed-bridge setup, premium pickups and Deluxe Series appointments, making it a serious option for players who want professional features in a reliable, stage-ready format.

The Charcoal Burst finish and flamed maple top give the guitar a refined modern look, while the active Fishman Fluence pickups and locking hardware place it firmly in performance territory.

This Excellent condition example, supplied with a hardcase and weighing 8.3 lbs, is a standout choice for players who want a clean, powerful and dependable LTD Deluxe guitar.

Technical Specifications

Specification	Details
Product Type	Solid Body Electric Guitar
Brand	ESP LTD
Series	Deluxe / 1000 Series
Model	MH-1000NT FM
Finish	Charcoal Burst
Body Shape	MH Double Cutaway
Body Material	Mahogany
Top Material	Flamed Maple
Neck Construction	Set-Thru
Scale Length	25.5"
Neck Material	3-Piece Maple
Neck Contour	Extra Thin U
Fingerboard Material	Macassar Ebony
Fingerboard Radius	300–400mm Compound
Nut Width	42mm
Nut Type	Molded
Frets	24 Extra-Jumbo Stainless Steel
Neck Pickup	Fishman Fluence Modern Humbucker Alnico, Black Nickel, Direct-Mount
Bridge Pickup	Fishman Fluence Modern Humbucker Ceramic, Black Nickel, Direct-Mount
Pickup Configuration	HH
Electronics	Active
Controls	Volume, Tone with Push-Pull Voice Selection
Switching	3-Way Pickup Selector
Bridge	TonePros Locking TOM with String-Through Body
Tuners	LTD Locking
Hardware Colour	Black
Factory Strings	D’Addario XL110 .010–.046
Weight	8.3 lbs
Included	Hardcase
Condition	Pre-Owned, Excellent Condition

Power Requirements

This electric guitar requires suitable battery power for the active Fishman Fluence pickups when plugged in. Use a standard 1/4" instrument cable and a suitable guitar amplifier, pedalboard or audio interface.

Fair Deal Music Verdict

★★★★★ 5/5

The ESP LTD Deluxe MH-1000NT FM Charcoal Burst is a superb high-performance guitar for players who want modern tone, premium hardware and fixed-bridge reliability. Its flamed maple top, set-thru neck, Macassar ebony fingerboard, 24 stainless steel frets, Fishman Fluence Modern humbuckers and TonePros locking bridge make it a serious instrument for metal, rock, technical playing and recording.

This Excellent condition example, supplied with a hardcase and weighing 8.3 lbs, is a brilliant choice for players who want a clean, stage-ready LTD Deluxe with pro-level features and standout looks.

Why Buy From Fair Deal Music?

Choosing Fair Deal Music means buying from a passionate team of musicians who genuinely understand the products we sell. Whether you're purchasing your first instrument, upgrading your current setup or searching for something special, we're here to help you make the right choice with friendly advice and expert support.

When you shop with Fair Deal Music, you can buy with confidence thanks to:

Expert advice from knowledgeable musicians
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FAQ

What condition is this ESP LTD MH-1000NT FM in?

This guitar is listed in Excellent condition, meaning it shows very light signs of previous use while remaining fully functional.

Does this guitar come with a case?

Yes. This ESP LTD MH-1000NT FM comes with a hardcase.

What does this guitar weigh?

This example weighs 8.3 lbs.

What pickups are fitted?

It is fitted with Fishman Fluence Modern humbuckers: an alnico model in the neck position and a ceramic model in the bridge position.

Does this guitar have active electronics?

Yes. The Fishman Fluence Modern pickups are active and require suitable battery power.

Does it have a tremolo bridge?

No. The MH-1000NT FM uses a TonePros locking Tune-O-Matic bridge with string-through-body construction.

What does “NT” mean?

“NT” refers to the non-tremolo fixed-bridge design.

What styles does it suit?

It suits modern metal, hard rock, progressive metal, alternative rock, technical playing, studio recording and live performance.

Is this suitable for drop tunings?

Yes. The fixed bridge, locking tuners and modern pickup set make it a strong choice for drop tunings when set up with suitable strings.

Can I try this guitar in-store?

Fair Deal Music has a large Birmingham showroom, and our team can offer advice on ESP LTD guitars, modern metal guitars and pre-owned electric instruments.