Electric guitar for left-handers with Seymour Duncan distortion humbucker, EMG boost preamp and Floyd Rose tremolo
The ESP LTD M-1 Custom '87 Metallic Gold Lefthand is an authentic reissue of the iconic electric guitar that propelled ESP to worldwide recognition in the mid-1980s rock and metal scene. Featuring a striking metallic gold finish and a meticulously crafted neck-through construction, this guitar delivers agile playability ideal for unrestrained shredding. A powerful Seymour Duncan Distortion humbucker paired with an active EMG PA-2 Boost Preamp ensures clean, defined tones even at maximum gain. Completing the classic metal setup, the LTD M-1 Custom '87 comes equipped with a Floyd Rose 1000 Series double-locking tremolo, providing tuning stability for dive bombs, squeals, and aggressive playing.
The ESP LTD M-1 Custom '87 Metallic Gold Lefthand at a glance:
Electric guitar for left-handers from the LTD '87 series.
Authentic reissue of the M-1 Custom from 1987
Metallic Gold finish
Neck-through construction with 25.5" scale length (648 mm)
Alder body wings
Full-length, three-piece maple neck
24-fret Macassar ebony fingerboard with offset block inlays 1987 logo at the 12th fret
"Extra Thin and neck profile
One Seymour Duncan Distortion humbucker in bridge position
Coil Split via push/pull switch in volume knob
Active EMG PA-2 Boost preamp
Floyd Rose 1000 Series Double-Locking Tremolo
LTD die-cast machine heads
Nimble Neck-Through Design
The lightweight LTD M-1 Custom '87 is designed for exceptional handling and comfort. Its practical alder body offers perfect balance both on a strap and on the thigh, while wide cutaways and a smooth neck-to-body transition provide unrestricted access to the upper frets. The flat “Extra Thin” neck profile forms an ideal platform for lightning-fast shredding and precise riffing across the 24-fret Macassar ebony fingerboard.
Seymour Duncan Pickup with Boost, Floyd Rose Tremolo
The LTD M-1 Custom delivers powerful rock and metal tones thanks to its Seymour Duncan Distortion humbucker, whose high output produces clean, well-defined drive sounds through any amplifier. A coil-split option adds authentic single-coil tones for versatile sonic possibilities. Additionally, the guitar features an active EMG PA-2 Boost preamp, ensuring rich, saturated distortion even from lower-powered amps. For aggressive solos, dive bombs, and squeals without detuning, the LTD M-1 Custom '87 Metallic Gold is equipped with a highly stable Floyd Rose 1000 Series double-locking tremolo, keeping your playing precise and reliable under the most demanding techniques.
Manufacturer information
Sound-Service Musikanlagen-Vertriebsgesellschaft mbH Moriz-Seeler-Straße 3 12489 Berlin Germany info@sound-service.eu www.sound-service.eu