The LTD Snakebyte is a Signature Series model of James Hetfield, the frontman of Metallica and one of the world’s most highly respected rhythm guitar players in any genre. The Snakebyte was created based on James’ own original design. It features set-neck construction at 24.75″ scale, with a mahogany body and a three-piece mahogany neck with ebony fingerboard and 22 extra-jumbo frets with a snake inlay at the 12th fret. The LTD Snakebyte is powered by James’ own EMG JH SET active pickups, and includes a TonePros locking TOM bridge and tailpiece. Available in Snow White or Black Satin finishes, as well as in a lefthanded version.
- Construction: Set-Neck
- Scale: 24.75”
- Body: Mahogany
- Neck: Mahogany
- Fingerboard: Macassar Ebony
- Fingerboard Radius: 350mm
- Finish: Snow White
- Nut Width: 42mm
- Nut Type: Molded
- Neck Contour: Thin U
- Frets/Type: 22 XJ
- Hardware Color: Black
- Strap Button: Standard
- Tuners: LTD Locking
- Bridge: TonePros Locking TOM
- Neck PU: EMG JH Set
- Bridge PU: EMG JH Set
- Electronics: Active
- Electronics Layout: Volume/Volume/Toggle Switch
- Strings: DAddario XL110
- incl. case