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ESP LTD 2012 Kirk Hammett KH-202 Lefty Black (492) PRE-OWNED

Unleash iconic metal tone with this pre-owned lefty Kirk Hammett signature, built for speed, aggression, and tuning stability.

$480.00

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Quick Specs

  • Basswood Body | Black
  • Extra Thin U Maple Neck | Rosewood (13.78" Radius)
  • ESP LH-301 Humbuckers
  • 25.5" Scale Length | 24 XJ Frets
  • Floyd Rose Special Locking Tremolo

Player-Perfect™ Pro Setup Included

Our techs are all seasoned players, so they dial in every guitar like it’s going into their own rig—perfect intonation, action set exactly right, ready to rip from the first note.

Want it YOUR way? Tell us at checkout: string gauge, action height, whatever you need. We’ll nail it before shipping.

Product Description

Your Ticket to Thrash Royalty

For all the southpaw shredders, this is your chance. This pre-owned ESP LTD KH-202 delivers the lightning-fast feel and aggressive tone that put Kirk Hammett on the map. It’s a no-nonsense metal machine, built to handle blistering riffs and screaming solos with pure, unadulterated power. We’ve given it a full Player-Perfect™ setup, so it’s ready to rip right out of the box.

Built for Speed

Let’s be real—you’re not buying a Kirk Hammett signature to play cowboy chords. The **Extra Thin U-shaped maple neck** is built for pure velocity, letting your hand fly across the rosewood fingerboard. Combined with 24 extra-jumbo frets, this neck is your best friend for complex solos and tight, palm-muted rhythms. The iconic skull-and-crossbones inlays just complete the vibe.

Aggressive, Cutting Tone

The engine of this beast is a pair of **ESP Designed LH-301 humbuckers**. These pickups are voiced for high-gain mayhem, delivering a tight low-end punch, snarling mids, and a top-end that cuts through any mix. The Basswood body provides a solid, balanced tonal foundation, ensuring your sound is massive without being muddy. Whether you’re chugging through ‘Master of Puppets’ or crafting your own signature sound, these pickups deliver the goods.

Total Tuning Stability

A metal guitar isn’t complete without a rock-solid tremolo system. The **Floyd Rose Special bridge** and locking nut mean you can dive-bomb, squeal, and flutter to your heart’s content without ever knocking your tuning out of whack. It’s the ultimate combination of expressive control and road-worthy reliability.

Anatomy of a Tone Machine

Anatomy of a Tone Machine

Perfect for: Thrash Metal • Heavy Metal • Hard Rock • Shred

Tone

  • Bridge pickup delivers a tight, aggressive punch with cutting highs, perfect for articulate riffing.
  • Neck pickup offers a warmer, more saturated tone that's ideal for fluid, singing leads.
  • The basswood body provides a strong, even response across the tonal spectrum.
  • Responds directly to your picking attack, cleaning up nicely when you roll back the volume.

Playing Feel

  • Basswood body keeps it comfortable and lightweight for long sets.
  • The Extra Thin U neck profile is exceptionally fast and easy to navigate.
  • Effortless string bending and vibrato thanks to the 24 extra-jumbo frets.
  • Deep cutaways provide unrestricted access to the highest frets.

Versatility

  • Excels at high-gain tones but offers usable clean sounds, especially from the neck pickup.
  • A fantastic platform for boost, distortion, and delay pedals.
  • Records with a focused, mix-ready sound that requires minimal EQ.
  • Cuts through a dense band mix with authority.

Complete Technical Specs

Body Specs

TypeSolid Body Electric, Left-Handed
WoodBasswood
FinishGloss
ColorBlack

Neck Specs

WoodMaple
ProfileExtra Thin U
ConstructionBolt-On

Fingerboard Specs

MaterialRosewood
Radius13.78" (350mm)
Frets24 XJ
InlaysSkull & Crossbones
NutLocking, 42mm

Electronics Specs

Bridge PickupESP Designed LH-301B (Passive Humbucker)
Neck PickupESP Designed LH-301N (Passive Humbucker)
ControlsNeck Volume, Bridge Volume, Master Tone
Switch3-Way Blade Switch

Hardware Specs

BridgeFloyd Rose Special
TunersESP Tuners
Hardware FinishBlack Nickel

Measurements

Scale Length25.5"
Nut Width1.65" (42mm)
The Lowdown

The Lowdown

We get it. Buying a guitar you haven’t played is a big decision. You need to know it’s going to feel right, sound right, and inspire you the second you open the case. We put together the questions we’d be asking if we were in your shoes—the real-world stuff that specs alone can’t answer. If there’s anything else you’re wondering about, just give us a call.

Absolutely. This guitar was designed to Kirk’s specifications to deliver the tones you hear on the records. The fast neck, powerful pickups, and Floyd Rose are essential components of that iconic thrash sound.
It’s very stable. When set up properly, the Floyd Rose Special and locking nut system provides excellent tuning stability, even with heavy whammy bar use. Our Player-Perfect™ setup ensures it’s dialed in and ready to go.
Of course. Every guitar gets our full Player-Perfect™ setup, but tell us your preferred string gauge and action at checkout, and we’ll dial it in exactly to your spec before it leaves the shop.
This guitar is covered by our 14-Day Return Policy. If you’re not completely inspired by it, just let us know. We’ll make it right.
If you order before 3 PM CST on a weekday, it ships the same day. We’ll get it into your hands fast with free, insured 2-3 day shipping.
Call us at (888) 794-8482. You’ll talk to a real musician who can answer anything you need to know.
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Every guitar we sell is dialed in by seasoned musicians. We obsess over the details—perfect intonation, immaculate fretwork, and ideal action—so your guitar is ready to rip right out of the case. No exceptions.

Advice From Real Players

Call us and you get a fellow musician, not a script. We'll help you compare neck profiles, talk tone, and find the right guitar for you—even if it's not this one. Our reputation is built on honest conversation.

49+ Years Of Trust

Family-owned since 1976, we stand behind everything we sell. That's why we have a 72-Hour Love-It Guarantee. If you're not inspired, send it back on our dime for a full refund. Your satisfaction is our legacy.

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