- Set-thru mahogany construction with quilted maple top
- Extra thin U neck with 24-fret rosewood fingerboard
- EMG 81 and 85 pickups deliver focused high-gain tone
- String-through hardtail bridge for tuning stability and sustain
The ESP LTD MH-400 HT QM is a streamlined, high-performance electric guitar designed for players who want aggressive tone, fast playability and rock-solid tuning stability without a tremolo system. Built around the sleek MH body shape, it offers a familiar feel for modern rock and metal styles while maintaining a clean, purposeful design. Finished in See Thru Black Sunburst over a quilted maple top, the MH-400 HT QM delivers visual depth alongside dependable performance.
A mahogany body paired with a set-thru three-piece maple neck provides strong sustain and smooth upper-fret access, making fast solos and precise rhythm work feel effortless. The extra thin U neck profile and rosewood fingerboard are optimised for speed and control, offering a responsive feel under the fingers. Equipped with EMG active pickups and a fixed string-through bridge, the MH-400 HT QM is built for players who prioritise consistency, clarity and confident performance in both live and studio environments.
Set-thru construction with focused sustain
The MH-400 HT QM uses a set-thru neck construction that blends the sustain and resonance of a neck-through design with the clarity and snap of a traditional set neck. A mahogany body provides warmth and low-end depth, while the three-piece maple neck adds definition and long-term stability. This construction allows string vibration to transfer efficiently through the instrument, producing a tight, controlled response that stays articulate under high gain. Sculpted contours and deep cutaways ensure smooth access to all 24 frets.
Extra thin U neck for fast, controlled playing
The extra thin U neck profile is designed for speed, accuracy and reduced fatigue during long playing sessions. It sits comfortably in the hand and encourages quick position changes without feeling bulky. The rosewood fingerboard features a 350mm radius that supports low-action setups and wide bends without fretting out. Twenty-four extra-jumbo frets provide ample room for expressive vibrato, tapping and precise articulation, making the MH-400 HT QM well suited to technical lead and rhythm playing.
EMG active pickups for high-gain definition
The MH-400 HT QM is fitted with a proven EMG pickup pairing, featuring an EMG 81 in the bridge position and an EMG 85 in the neck. The EMG 81 delivers tight low end, cutting mids and crisp highs for precise rhythm tones and articulate leads. The EMG 85 adds a fuller, warmer response in the neck position, ideal for smooth solos and powerful clean sounds. A simple volume and tone control layout with three-way switching keeps operation intuitive and performance-focused.
Hardtail hardware for tuning stability
A fixed LTD string-through-body bridge provides excellent tuning stability, strong sustain and accurate intonation. This setup offers a solid, consistent feel under the picking hand and is ideal for players who prefer a hardtail response over a tremolo system. LTD locking tuners help keep tuning secure during extended sessions, while durable black hardware complements the guitar’s dark finish. Built for reliability, the MH-400 HT QM delivers consistent performance for rehearsal, recording and live use.
Specifications
- Product Name: ESP LTD MH-400 HT QM
- Product Code: LMH400HTQMSTBLKSB
Body
- Body material: Mahogany
- Top: Quilted maple
- Body shape: MH
- Finish: See Thru Black Sunburst
Neck & Fretboard
- Neck material: Three-piece maple
- Neck construction: Set-thru
- Neck shape: Extra thin U
- Scale length: 25.5 inches
- Fingerboard: Rosewood
- Fingerboard radius: 350mm
- Frets: 24 extra-jumbo
- Nut: Moulded, 42mm
Hardware & Electronics
- Bridge pickup: EMG 81 active humbucker
- Neck pickup: EMG 85 active humbucker
- Controls: Volume, tone
- Switching: Three-way toggle
- Bridge: LTD fixed bridge with string-through-body
- Tuners: LTD locking
- Hardware finish: Black
- Strings: D’Addario XL110 10–46

