LTD M-400HT Scarlet Metallic

The LTD M-400HT Scarlet Metallic is an electric guitar designed for players seeking speed, precision, and a powerful sound. Its mahogany body with the sleek flat-top M shape is paired with a three-piece roasted maple bolt-on neck and Extra Thin U profile, providing fast and comfortable playability across the entire fingerboard.

Its pair of active EMG 81 and EMG 85 pickups deliver a punchy, defined, and aggressive response, ideal for down-tuned riffs, heavy chugging, and high-gain solos. The fixed bridge with string-through-body design, locking tuners, and 24 extra-jumbo frets make this guitar stable, precise, and ready for the most demanding styles.

• Body shape: LTD M flat-top
• Body: Mahogany
• Neck construction: Bolt-on
• Neck: Three-piece roasted maple
• Neck profile: Extra Thin U
• Fingerboard: Rosewood
• Fingerboard radius: 350 mm
• Scale length: 648 mm (25.5")
• Nut width: 43 mm
• Nut: Tapered
• Number of frets: 24
• Fret type: Extra Jumbo
• Bridge pickup: EMG 81 active
• Neck pickup: EMG 85 active
• Pickup configuration: HH
• Controls: Master volume and master tone
• Pickup selector: Three-way switch
• Bridge: LTD fixed with string-through-body design
• Tuning machines: LTD locking tuners
• Reverse headstock with matching finish
• Single-layer black binding
• Hardware: Black
• Strings: D'Addario XL110 .010–.046
• Finish: Scarlet Metallic

Series M

The LTD M series is aimed at guitarists seeking speed, comfort, and precise response for modern styles. Its distinctive flat-top body, slim profiles, and easy access to higher registers make these models especially suitable for metal, hard rock, and technical playing techniques. The range includes options for different budgets, from accessible models to professional-grade instruments.

Our Opinion

We would recommend the LTD M-400HT for guitarists looking to upgrade to a serious, reliable instrument clearly focused on modern styles. It’s particularly well-suited for players of metal, hard rock, or technical music who need an instrument that performs well both in rehearsal and on stage.

It’s also a good choice for musicians who want to avoid complications and prefer a stable, comfortable guitar ready to handle high-gain sounds. This model isn’t designed for vintage versatility but for clients who prioritize power, precision, and a fast playing feel.