ESP LTD has consistently collaborated with some of the biggest names in metal and rock to create signature instruments, and NAMM 2025 is no exception. This year, the company is introducing new models for luminaries such as Stephen Carpenter, Richard Z. Kruspe, and Will Adler, while also welcoming newcomers Mick Thomson, Andy Larocque, and Caleb Shomo to the ESP family.
A Closer Look at the ESP LTD Signatures 2025
Get ready to rock!
ESP/LTD introduces a collection of new signature guitars designed in collaboration with your favorite metal and rock icons. Preorders are open now, and the new signature guitars will all ship around March.
- Stephen Carpenter (Deftones): The ESP LTD SC-608 Baritone YE is a bright yellow, eight-string behemoth featuring an active Fishman Fluence pickup configuration.
ESP LTD SC-608 Baritone YEL at Andertons
ESP LTD SC-608 Baritone YEL at Thomann


- Richard Z. Kruspe (Rammstein): The ESP LTD RZK-III OW offers a striking Firebird-inspired design with a large kill switch.
ESP LTD RZK-III OW at Andertons


- Will Adler (Lamb of God): The ESP LTD WA-Warbird is a Les Paul-style guitar with a distinctive Warbird graphic.
ESP LTD WA-Warbird Will Adler BK at Andertons
ESP LTD WA-Warbird Will Adler BK at Thomann

- Alex Skolnick (Testament): The ESP LTD AS-1 FR features a Les Paul-style body and is equipped with Seymour Duncan pickups and a Floyd Rose tremolo.
ESP LTD AS-1 FR Alex Skolnick LB at Andertons
ESP LTD AS-1 FR Alex Skolnick LB at Thomann

- Alex Wade (Whitechapel): The ESP LTD AW-XJ7 Baritone Evertune is a seven-string Jaguar-inspired guitar with an Evertune bridge for rock-solid tuning.
ESP LTD AW-XJ7B ET OG BLKS at Andertons
ESP LTD AW-XJ7B ET OG BLKS at Thomann

- Josh Middleton (Sylosis): The ESP LTD Josh Middleton JM-I is a modern take on the classic Super Strat design.
ESP LTD JM-I QM Deep Blood Moon at Andertons
ESP LTD JM-I QM Deep Blood Moon at Thomann

- Mike Schleibaum (Darkest Hour): The ESP LTD Mike Schleibaum MSV-1 is an elegant Arrow-shaped guitar with gold hardware.
ESP LTD MSV-1 BLK Mike Schleibaum at Andertons
ESP LTD MSV-1 BLK Mike Schleibaum at Thomann

- Mick Thomson (Slipknot): The ESP LTD MT-I is a straightforward double-cut design with a Fishman Fluence pickup.
ESP LTD MT-I Mick Thomson OBSM at Andertons
ESP LTD MT-I Mick Thomson OBSM at Thomann


- Andy Larocque (King Diamond): The ESP LTD ALR-II is a Horizon-style guitar with a Floyd Rose tremolo and Seymour Duncan pickups.
ESP LTD ALR-II QM STP Andy Laroque at Andertons
ESP LTD ALR-II QM STP Andy Laroque at Thomann

- Caleb Shomo (Beartooth): The ESP LTD CS-II is a visually stunning Phoenix-shaped guitar with gold hardware and Seymour Duncan pickups.
ESP LTD CS-II QM Vintage Natural at Andertons
ESP LTD CS-II QM Vintage Natural at Thomann

Key Features and Specifications
These signature guitars feature high-quality construction, premium hardware, and custom pickups designed to meet each artist’s specific needs. Materials used include mahogany, maple, ebony, and more, and many models offer unique features like set-neck construction, Floyd Rose tremolos, and active electronics.
Availability and Pricing
These new ESP/LTD signature guitars will be available in March 2025 through ESP official retailers like Thomann and Andertons.
Prices range from €1,899 for the Mick Thomson model to €2,699 for the Alex Wade seven-string baritone.
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