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The LTD Arrow’s enduring design and playability features have made it a go-to for hard rock and heavy metal players alike. The Arrow-NT build quality mirrors the Arrow-1000NT ? an offset V-shape body, a thin "U"-shaped neck, a high-quality mahogany body, a maple neck, and two handpicked Fishman Fluence pickups with multiple voicings ? but ditches the Floyd Rose tremolo in favor of other features. Special modifications include locking LTD tuners and a premium Tune-o-matic string-through bridge that deliver maximum tuning stability even when playing takes an aggressive turn. The recessed bridge design also brings a minimalist look that’s unique to the Arrow-1000NT.





Rock-solid construction





The LTD Arrow-1000NT is designed for serious shredders and high-octane rockers who need reliable rock tone with a low-hassle playing experience. The ergonomic V-shaped body and ultra-thin neck refuse to get in between you and your notes with easy access to all 24 frets, and bold sustain is always at hand thanks to a solid all-mahogany body and 3-piece maple neck. The unique placement of the output jack on the upper-horn keeps cables out of your way so you can freely roam the stage.





Handpicked Fishman active pickups





Two onboard Fishman Fluence Humbuckers offer wide-ranging tone within classic parameters of rock and heavy metal. These active pickups have multiple alternate voicings, which are easy to access via the push-pull volume knob. Together with the 3-way pickup selector, six unique voicings are at your disposal right out of the box. A ceramic pickup in the bridge and an alnico in the neck yield ideal tone flexibility with the right bite for lead, rhythm, or anything in between. Tonal possibilities abound, including thick, aggressive rhythm and searing leads with rich harmonic smoothness and depth.





Sharp stage presence with a sleek design





The Arrow-1000NT’s sharp yet sleek design is built for an unbeatable stage presence that turns heads and looks as good as it sounds. Its crisp body contours and a matching reverse headstock are a complete swagger package, while high-visibility white fingerboard binding and triangular fret inlays help you stay grounded, even in darker stage environments. Welcome to the wild world of V-shaped guitars!





ESP LTD Arrow-1000NT Electric Guitar Features:


Classic offset Arrow shape with a neck-through design that gives you total access to all 24 frets


Solid mahogany body with exceptional sustain that’s ripe for soaring solos and epic lasting chords


2 premium Fishman Fluence active pickups: alnico in the neck and ceramic in the bridge


Alternate pickup voicings accessible via the push-pull volume knob


Comfortable thin-"U" neck that’s perfect for speedy runs and fast chording


Unique recessed locking Tune-o-matic bridge with string-through design for tuning stability


Premium stainless steel frets and LTD locking tuners that are designed for durability


Upper-horn output jack makes cable management easy