Electric guitar with set-thru construction, EMG pickups and Evertune bridge
Viper from the ESP LTD series
Dark gray satin finish with metallic effect
Set-thru construction with 24.75" scale length (628 mm)
Mahogany body
Maple top
Glued three-piece mahogany neck
Macassar ebony fretboard with flag inlays
24 stainless steel frets in extra jumbo size
"Thin and neck profile
One active EMG 60TW-R humbucker with metal cap in neck position
One active EMG81 humbucker with metal cap in bridge position
Coil split for the neck pickup via push/pull switch in the tone knob
Evertune F-Model bridge
Grover Rotomatic tuners
Modern metal guitar with EMG pickups and Evertune bridge
With the ESP LTD Viper-1000 Evertune Charcoal Metallic Satin, ESP introduces a modern iteration of the iconic Viper guitar, designed specifically for the demands of contemporary metal. The proven set-thru construction, featuring a mahogany body, a maple top, and a "Thin and Mahogany" neck, forms the foundation for outstanding playability and tonal richness. The standout Evertune bridge ensures flawless tuning stability, keeping your guitar perfectly in tune no matter how hard you play.Equipped with active EMG pickups, the Viper-1000 delivers punchy, high-output tones that are ideal for rock and metal. Whether you're shredding or playing with low tunings, these pickups maintain clarity and sharpness, ensuring your sound remains tight and well-defined, even under high gain.
ESP LTD Viper-1000 Evertune Charcoal Metallic Satin is a modern rock and metal guitar for stage and studio.
The set-thru neck in the "Thin U" profile, which flows smoothly into the body, can be played easily up to the highest registers.
Comfortable Set-Thru Guitar
The proven set-thru construction of the LTD Viper-1000 Evertune features a neck deeply glued into the body, delivering not only a powerful sound but also exceptional playability. The mahogany body with its striking double-horned offset-design is topped with solid maple for added tonal richness. The three-piece neck is crafted from mahogany and the Macassar ebony fretboard ensures smooth responsive playing across all positions. Thanks to the seamless transition between the neck and body and the slim "Thin U Profile", this guitar offers effortless playability, even in the highest registers. The stainless steel jumbo frets enhance playability further, making string bends feel smooth and effortless, almost as if gliding on rails.
Active EMG pickups elicit precisely articulated metal sounds from the guitar amp, even with drop tunings. The Evertune bridge always keeps the electric guitar in the correct tuning.
Active EMG pickups for premium metal sounds
For the Viper-1000 Evertune, ESP equips the guitar with a set of active EMG humbuckers, topped off with striking "Brushed Black Chrome" Metalworks caps that match the guitar’s aggressive aesthetics. In the bridge position, the legendary EMG 81 ceramic humbucker delivers razor-sharp distortion with tight mids and a crisp attack—perfect for high-gain riffing and drop tunings that need to cut through the mix with precision. In the neck position, the EMG 60TW-R offers the signature clarity and midrange presence of the classic EMG 60, but with a modern twist: a coil-splitting function that unlocks dynamic, glassy single-coil tones at the push of a switch. A simple control layout featuring a 3-way pickup selector,volume, and tone knob allows for intuitive tonal shaping without distractions.
The headstock of the Viper-1000 Evertune carries six Grover tuners with Tulip wings.
Evertune Bridge
Last but not least, the LTD Viper-1000 Evertune Charcoal Metallic Satin is equipped with the innovative F-model bridge by Evertune—a game-changer for serious players. Thanks to its advanced mechanical system, the Evertune bridge maintains perfect tuning stability on every string, regardless of temperature shifts, humidity, or heavy playing. This makes it a reliable companion for both touring musicians and demanding studio sessions. Completing the hardware setup, the headstock is fitted with classic Grover tuners featuring elegant tulip-shaped buttons, ensuring precise and stable tuning with a touch of vintage flair.
Manufactured by:
ESP-USA Guitar Company, Inc.
ESP USA
5433 San Fernando Rd. West, 90039 Los Angeles , CA
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