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product_id: 1622478
title: "ESP LTD Kirk Hammett Signature KH-602 - Black"
brand: "esp guitars"
price: "₩4171417"
currency: KRW
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 12
category: "Esp Guitars"
url: https://www.desertcart.kr/products/1622478-esp-ltd-kirk-hammett-signature-kh-602-black
store_origin: KR
region: South Korea
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# EMG 81/60 active pickups for high output Alder body for balanced tone Floyd Rose 1000 Series tremolo for stable dive-bombs ESP LTD Kirk Hammett Signature KH-602 - Black

**Brand:** esp guitars
**Price:** ₩4171417
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎸 Own the Thrash Throne with KH-602 – Where Speed Meets Power!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** ESP LTD Kirk Hammett Signature KH-602 - Black by esp guitars
- **How much does it cost?** ₩4171417 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.kr](https://www.desertcart.kr/products/1622478-esp-ltd-kirk-hammett-signature-kh-602-black)

## Best For

- esp guitars enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted esp guitars brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Powerhouse Pickups:** EMG 81/60 active humbuckers deliver razor-sharp attack and sustain perfect for thrash and metal solos.
- • **Extended Playability:** 24 extra jumbo frets on a smooth rosewood fingerboard give you the full fretboard freedom to nail every note.
- • **Shred-Ready Maple Neck:** Ultra-thin, fast 3-piece maple neck designed for lightning-fast riffs and effortless shredding.
- • **Rock-Solid Tuning Stability:** Double-locking Floyd Rose 1000 tremolo system keeps your tuning locked even through the wildest dive-bombs.
- • **Signature Style & Durability:** Alder body with Skull & Bones inlays combines iconic Kirk Hammett aesthetics with pro-level build quality.

## Overview

The ESP LTD Kirk Hammett KH-602 is a professional-grade solidbody electric guitar featuring a fast 3-piece maple neck, alder body, and EMG 81/60 active pickups. Equipped with a double-locking Floyd Rose 1000 tremolo and 24 jumbo frets on a rosewood fingerboard, it delivers exceptional sustain, tuning stability, and playability tailored for thrash metal and hard rock enthusiasts.

## Description

The ESP LTD KH602 Kirk Hammett Electric Guitar features a neck-thru-body design with an alder body, and a 3-piece maple neck. The KH-602 It's a powerful, versatile instrument featuring EMG 81/60 Active humbuckers and a double-locking Floyd Rose 1000 Series tremolo. The EMG 81s deliver sharp attack, high output, and incredible sustain for brilliant soloing. Other features include a rosewood fingerboard, 24 extra jumbo frets, and Skull & Bones neck inlays.

Review: Perfect guitar - Wanted one since I was a kid. Love it like I just got it. Played every day.
Review: Value Guitar - The head stock of this guitar says Indonesia. Practically every picture online of the KH-602'S headstock says Korea. I contacted ESP and was informed that not all KH-602s are coming out of Korea these days. ESP has a factory in Indonesia and both Korea and Indonesia produce the KH-602. The ESP rep said they're the same guitar made to the same specs and it's a genuine product. The tone is great for thrash/metal solos. Cleans also sound pleasant . The neck is so thin it's almost flat and is designed for shredding. Surprisingly the Floyd Rose works and keeps tune which is a Godsend because how fickle FR are, especially these non- original floyd rose ones. I'm not a huge fan of KH but his signature 602 series is a beast for Thrash metal / Hard rock . This guitar is a no brainer if you want pro level quality for an affordable price. If you like thrash metal this guitar is ideal because it has a super fast neck with 24 frets, great sounding active pickups, a reliable Floyd Rose, is good looking and comes with a nice case. This guitar rivals my Gibson SG standards with its 498 T 498T pick ups and outperforms them when it comes to trash metal. It makes playing cover songs a lot easier too with the extra frets and FR .

## Features

- Solidbody Electric Guitar with Alder Body
- 2 Humbucking Pickups
- Ebony Fingerboard
- Vibrato - Black
- Maple Neck

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0002GYI5A |
| Back Material | Alder Wood |
| Best Sellers Rank | #100,262 in Musical Instruments ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments ) #749 in Solid Body Electric Guitars |
| Body Material | Alder |
| Color Name | Black |
| Connector Type | 1/4" (6.35mm) audio jack |
| Customer Reviews | 4.1 4.1 out of 5 stars (67) |
| Date First Available | April 13, 2004 |
| Fretboard Material | Rosewood |
| Guitar Bridge System | Tremolo |
| Guitar Pickup Configuration | H |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Item Weight | 0.01 ounces |
| Item model number | LKH602 |
| Material Type | Alder Wood, Maple Wood, Rose Wood |
| Neck Material Type | Maple |
| Number of Strings | 6 |
| Product Dimensions | 51 x 6 x 18 inches |
| Scale Length | 25.5" Scale |
| Size | KH-602 |
| String Material | Phosphor Bronze |
| Top Material | Alder Wood, Maple Wood, Rosewood |

## Product Details

- **Back Material Type:** Alder Wood
- **Body Material:** Alder
- **Brand:** ESP GUITARS
- **Color:** Black
- **Fretboard Material Type:** Rosewood
- **Guitar Pickup Configuration:** H
- **Hand Orientation:** Right
- **Neck Material Type:** Maple
- **String Material Type:** Phosphor Bronze
- **Top Material Type:** Alder Wood, Maple Wood, Rosewood

## Images

![ESP LTD Kirk Hammett Signature KH-602 - Black - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61hCeVikpPL.jpg)

## Available Options

This product comes in different **Color** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Does this guitar come with a case? amzn product title: esp ltd kh-602 signature series kirk hammett electric guitar with case, black**
A: Yes,  ESP Hard shell case included CMHFF

**Q: Why is there such a difference in price between the black and purple versions?**
A: Paint job.   I dont have the purple ad in front of me at the moment

**Q: I thought the 602 had the bone breaker pickups?**
A: Yes, the 602 should include a set of bone breakers. Perhaps this particular guitar was manufactured before the pickups came out in 2018?

**Q: How does the neck compare to the jim roots stratocaster neck?**
A: I dont know the Jim Roots, But the KH-602 id Fantastic sir

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Perfect guitar
*by M***. on March 15, 2025*

Wanted one since I was a kid. Love it like I just got it. Played every day.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Value Guitar
*by J***J on August 2, 2020*

The head stock of this guitar says Indonesia. Practically every picture online of the KH-602'S headstock says Korea. I contacted ESP and was informed that not all KH-602s are coming out of Korea these days. ESP has a factory in Indonesia and both Korea and Indonesia produce the KH-602. The ESP rep said they're the same guitar made to the same specs and it's a genuine product. The tone is great for thrash/metal solos. Cleans also sound pleasant . The neck is so thin it's almost flat and is designed for shredding. Surprisingly the Floyd Rose works and keeps tune which is a Godsend because how fickle FR are, especially these non- original floyd rose ones. I'm not a huge fan of KH but his signature 602 series is a beast for Thrash metal / Hard rock . This guitar is a no brainer if you want pro level quality for an affordable price. If you like thrash metal this guitar is ideal because it has a super fast neck with 24 frets, great sounding active pickups, a reliable Floyd Rose, is good looking and comes with a nice case. This guitar rivals my Gibson SG standards with its 498 T 498T pick ups and outperforms them when it comes to trash metal. It makes playing cover songs a lot easier too with the extra frets and FR .

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Impressive build quality and features
*by N***H on June 27, 2020*

Excellent metal machine, built with impressive attention to detail. I’ve heard that the Korean built esp guitars are really good and now I know why. Everything about the build of this guitar is straight and true. Awesome paint, tuners are aligned, trem cavity routing is excellent. I Also checked the fretboard and every fret with a straightedge and .006 feeler gauge and all were level. The frets are all polished, no sharp sprout. Pickups are strong, great tone. The cutaway at the neck to body joint is awesome to reach the upper register more comfortably and the overall balance while playing is worth mentioning. The guts (wiring, pots, switch) are top quality, no interference or buzzing. Hell, even the way the input jack feels when plugging in is impressive. So many great features...Floyd rose 1000, skull and crossbones inlays, I could go on and on. Finally, this guitar comes with a high quality hard case that’s worth around $175, so do the math and you’re looking at around a grand for a guitar that’s really close to the one that Kirk actually plays.

## Frequently Bought Together

- ESP LTD KH-602 Signature Series Kirk Hammett Electric Guitar with Case, Black
- Ernie Ball Polypro Guitar Strap, White (P04036)
- Ernie Ball Not Even Slinky Nickel Wound Electric Guitar Strings, 12-56 Gauge (P02626)

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*Last updated: 2026-03-02*