Description

The ESP LTD MH-400HT QM is a sleek, modern metal machine built for serious players who demand crushing tone, fast playability and rock-solid tuning stability. With its set-thru construction, active EMG pickups and fixed string-thru bridge, this MH Series workhorse is made to deliver tight rhythm work, searing leads and consistent performance night after night.

Visually, the MH-400HT QM is a real head-turner. The See Thru Black Sunburst finish lets the quilted maple top take centre stage, while the matching headstock and black hardware complete a dark, high-end aesthetic. Under the hood, a mahogany body and three-piece maple neck provide a powerful, focused voice with plenty of sustain, perfectly matched to the aggressive character of the EMG 81 and 85 pickups.

Playability is front and centre thanks to the extra thin U neck profile, 350 mm radius rosewood fingerboard and 24 extra-jumbo frets. The result is a neck that feels fast and effortless under the fingers, ideal for technical riffing, big bends and fluid legato. Combined with the LTD locking tuners and fixed bridge with string-thru design, you get a guitar that stays in tune and feels precise, even under heavy playing styles.

Whether you are chugging tight low-end riffs, cutting through the mix with articulate leads or dialling in glassy cleans, the MH-400HT QM gives you the tools to do it all with confidence. It is a focused, no-nonsense instrument aimed squarely at modern rock and metal players who want pro-level performance without compromise.

EMG 81/85 Active Pickups

The classic EMG 81 bridge and EMG 85 neck combination delivers high-output, ultra-tight tone with exceptional clarity. Palm-muted riffs stay punchy and defined, while leads cut through dense mixes with ease. The active design keeps noise to a minimum and ensures a consistent, powerful signal that responds well to high-gain amps and pedals.

Set-Thru Construction and Mahogany Body

Set-thru construction enhances sustain and upper-fret access by creating a strong, seamless connection between neck and body. Paired with a mahogany body, you get a thick, rich core tone with plenty of midrange presence, helping your sound stay full and authoritative on stage or in the studio.

Fixed Bridge with String-Thru Design

The LTD fixed bridge with string-thru body layout offers rock-solid tuning stability and excellent sustain. With fewer moving parts than a tremolo system, it is simple to set up, reliable under aggressive playing and ideal for players who want a tight, focused feel and consistent intonation.

Fast Extra Thin U Neck and 24 XJ Frets

The three-piece maple neck with extra thin U profile and 350 mm radius rosewood fingerboard is built for speed and comfort. Combined with 24 extra-jumbo frets, it makes fast runs, wide bends and complex chords feel effortless, giving you full access to the entire fretboard for modern, technical playing styles.

Key Features

• EMG 81/85 Active Humbuckers – A legendary active pickup pairing that delivers tight low end, razor-sharp attack and singing sustain, perfect for high-gain metal, hard rock and articulate cleans.
• Set-Thru Neck Construction – Enhances sustain and resonance while providing smooth, unhindered access to the upper frets, ideal for soloing high up the neck.
• LTD Fixed Bridge with String-Thru Body – Offers excellent tuning stability, strong string-to-body transfer and a solid feel under the picking hand, with minimal maintenance required.
• Quilted Maple Top in See Thru Black Sunburst – Combines a striking, high-end look with added brightness and definition, helping your tone cut through while turning heads on stage.

Specifications

Body

• Body Wood: Mahogany
• Top Wood: Quilted Maple
• Finish: See Thru Black Sunburst
• Body Type: Solidbody

Neck

• Construction: Set-Thru
• Neck Wood: 3-piece Maple
• Neck Profile: Extra Thin U
• Scale Length: 25.5″
• Fingerboard: Rosewood
• Fingerboard Radius: 350 mm
• Frets: 24 Extra Jumbo
• Nut Width: 42 mm
• Nut: Moulded
• Inlays: Silver Block with Gold Shadow
• Headstock: Matching Finish

Hardware

• Bridge: LTD Fixed Bridge with String-Thru
• Tuners: LTD Locking
• Hardware Colour: Black

Electronics

• Neck Pickup: EMG 85 (Black)
• Bridge Pickup: EMG 81 (Black)
• Pickup Type: Active Humbuckers
• Controls: Volume, Tone, 3-way Switch

Miscellaneous

• Orientation: Right Handed
• Strings: D’Addario XL110 (.010/.013/.017/.026/.036/.046)
• Number of Strings: 6

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