Explorer-style electric guitar from the LTD Signature series, Snakebyte Black Satin.
- Signature model of James Hetfield (Metallica)
- Macassar ebony fingerboard
- EMG JH "HET" SET pickups
- Includes hardshell case
The LTD Snakebyte is a Signature Series model designed by James Hetfield, the frontman of Metallica and one of the most respected rhythm guitarists worldwide across all genres. The Snakebyte was created based on James's original design.
It features a fixed neck construction with a 24.75" scale length, a mahogany body, and a three-piece mahogany neck with a Macassar ebony fingerboard and 22 extra-jumbo frets, with a serpent inlay on the 12th fret. The LTD Snakebyte is equipped with James's own active EMG JH SET pickups, and includes a TonePros TOM bridge and tailpiece with locking system.
- Mahogany body
- Mahogany neck
- Macassar ebony fingerboard
- Set-neck construction
- Thin 'U' shaped neck profile
- 22 X-Jumbo frets
- 42 mm nut width
- 24.75" scale length
- 13.78" fingerboard radius
- EMG JH "HET" SET pickups (bridge)
- EMG JH "HET" SET pickups (neck)
- Two volume controls
- 3-way toggle switch
- Bridge: TonePros TOM with locking system
- Black hardware finish
- LTD locking tuners
- Includes hard case
About ESP Guitar Company
ESP and LTD have been among the top choices for hard rock and metal electric guitars for decades, supported by several high-profile artists that have given them strong visibility. ESP was founded in Tokyo, Japan. Many guitar designs are based on classic models, reimagined for new generations of guitarists seeking innovative instruments.
EAN13: 0799493255027
Data sheet
- Pickup Configuration
- HH
- Build
- Solid Body
- Strings Number
- 6
- Design
- Explorer
- Direction
- Right-handed
- Scale
- 24.75"
- Frets
- Extra Jumbo
- Body Wood
- Mahogany
- Neck
- Mahogany
- Fretboard
- Ebony
- Body Finish
- Satin
- Gigbag-Case
- Case Included
- Nut Width
- 1.65"
- Number of Frets
- 22
- Fingerboard Radius
- 13.75"
- Neck Shape
- Thin U
- Bridge
- Tune-O-Matic
- Pegbox
- Locking
- Neck Mounting
- Set-In








