The ESP LTD Arrow Black Metal electric guitar brings the stripped-down aggression of LTD's Black Metal design approach to an angular stage shape built for speed, attack and expressive control. Its neck-thru-body construction, 25.5" scale, mahogany body wings and extra-thin U-shaped 3-piece maple neck provide a fast, stable playing feel with easy upper-fret access. A Macassar ebony fingerboard with 24 extra-jumbo stainless steel frets keeps the playing surface smooth and responsive, while a Seymour Duncan Mortal Coil 3-Voice active bridge pickup and Floyd Rose 1000 double-locking tremolo deliver high-output versatility and expressive pitch control.
Arrow Shape With Black Metal Style
The Arrow body shape is bold and angular, giving the guitar a sharper stage presence than a traditional double-cutaway design. In Black Red Burst Satin, the guitar retains the dark personality of the Black Metal series while adding a more dramatic finish than a standard blacked-out instrument. The reverse headstock supports lower-register string tension, while the red metal LTD logo reinforces the aggressive look without cluttering the guitar’s clean, high-performance layout.
Neck-Thru Construction for Sustain
Neck-thru-body construction gives the Arrow Black Metal a continuous core that supports sustain and stability under high-gain playing. Mahogany body wings add midrange weight, while the 25.5" scale length provides a familiar modern feel for tight rhythm work and articulate lead lines. The extra-thin U-shaped 3-piece maple neck supports fast movement and technical playing.
Macassar Ebony and Stainless Frets
A Macassar ebony fingerboard gives the Arrow Black Metal a slick, dark playing surface that complements the stripped-back aesthetic. The 24 extra-jumbo stainless steel frets provide durability and a smooth feel for fast shifts, wide bends and aggressive vibrato. The minimalist fingerboard design further complements the guitar's streamlined Black Metal aesthetic.
Mortal Coil Pickup With Three Voices
The Seymour Duncan Mortal Coil 3-Voice active bridge pickup gives the Arrow Black Metal a focused high-output platform with three selectable voices. A 3-way toggle changes the pickup response, providing greater tonal range than a typical single-pickup metal guitar while keeping the control layout immediate. Players can move from tight, percussive rhythm tones to more articulate lead sounds without adding unnecessary switching complexity.
Floyd Rose 1000 Tremolo Control
A Floyd Rose 1000 double-locking tremolo bridge provides the stability and range needed for dive bombs, flutters and expressive pitch effects. Precise Grover tuners and black hardware complete the stage-ready setup, while the single active bridge pickup keeps the guitar direct and streamlined. For players who want a high-impact metal guitar with tremolo control, fast neck-thru construction and Black Metal styling, the LTD Arrow Black Metal is built for aggressive rhythm and lead work.