ESP MIK LTD KH-3 Kirk Hammett Signature Spider "Black + Rosewood" (2024)
Specifications:
- Model: LTD KH-3 Spider (Kirk Hammett Signature)
- Year: 2024
- Finish: Gloss Black with Spider Graphic
- Body: Alder
- Neck: 3-Piece Maple (Neck-Thru Construction)
- Neck Profile: Extra Thin U
- Fingerboard: Rosewood
- Radius: 350mm
- Scale Length: 24.75"
- Frets: 24 Extra Jumbo
- Inlays: Skull and Crossbones
- Nut: Locking Nut (42mm)
- Bridge: Floyd Rose 1000 Tremolo
- Pickups:
- Neck: EMG 60
- Bridge: EMG 81
- Controls: Volume (x2), Tone, 3-Way Toggle
- Hardware: Black
- Tuners: LTD Sealed
- Case: Not typically included from factory (add if applicable)
- Origin: Made in Korea
- Condition: Imported as new, never owned
Personal Thoughts:
The KH-3 Spider is a dark, aggressive, and purpose-built shredder that nails Kirk Hammett’s tone and aesthetic. With the iconic Spider graphic, EMG pickups, and Floyd Rose system, this is as close to Metallica DNA as you can get in a production model.
It’s tight, fast, and screams under gain. The EMG 81/60 combo gives it that tight low-end crunch and soaring sustain, while the rosewood board and short scale give it a smooth feel for solos and palm-muted gallops alike.
Whether you’re covering Master of Puppets or writing your own heavy riffs, this thing means business.
Condition Report:
In mint condition, No signs of use, wear, or blemishes—just flawless finish and fully functional hardware and electronics.
Part exchange welcome, video demos are available via our YouTube channel at Squealing Pig Guitars, personal consignment service available via our site at 10% rate.