{"product_id":"used-esp-custom-mx-250-james-hetfield-black-1995-3-49kg-28075286-toniq横浜-price-included-shipping-import-tax-vat","title":"【used】ESP \/ Custom MX-250 James Hetfield Black 1995 3.49kg #28075286【TONIQ横浜】【price included SHIPPING \u0026 IMPORT TAX \u0026 VAT】","description":"\u003cp\u003eESP is one of Japan’s leading guitar brands, enjoying worldwide renown alongside Fender and Gibson.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGeorge Lynch, Alexi Laiho, Toshihiko Takamizawa, and Takayoshi Omura are among the musicians known for their love of ESP guitars.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis instrument is an early 1995 MX-250, which can be considered the origin of Metallica’s James Hetfield signature model.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrafted as a tribute to James Hetfield’s favorite guitar from the *Black Album* era, this instrument has become a highly sought-after collector’s item worldwide, especially since production of its successor models has now ceased.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe body is made of mahogany, the neck of maple, and the fingerboard of ebony.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts aggressive design—often considered synonymous with unconventional guitars—combined with the black body and hardware, along with the ESP “banana” headstock characteristic of that era, creates an incredibly cool and appealing look.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt features a deep neck joint, 22 frets, and a 24.75-inch scale length—specs reminiscent of a Gibson.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe substantial neck shape and jumbo frets deliver versatile playability, handling everything from powerful riffs to technical phrases.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt lacks the ESP logo on the back of the headstock and features details unique to early models, such as the bell-shaped truss rod cover.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth the neck and bridge pickups are EMG 81s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith tight bass response, a sharp attack, and a clear, dense sound that retains its definition even at high gain, it truly evokes the sound of James Hetfield during the *Black Album* era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith very few units currently available on the market, this is a rare model that enjoys high popularity both domestically and internationally.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether for playing or as a collector’s item, this guitar holds great value—please take this opportunity to consider it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApproximately 80% of the frets remain.\u003cbr\u003eThe truss rod and neck are in good condition.\u003cbr\u003eThe body and finish show signs of wear appropriate for its age, such as fine scratches and dents; due to the black color, these are more noticeable when held up to the light.\u003cbr\u003eThere are several large scratches and dents on the back of the body.\u003cbr\u003eThe black hardware shows some tarnish, and the escutcheon shows signs of wear.\u003cbr\u003eAlmost all frets are slightly raised, but the current string action ranges from 2.0 mm on the 6th string to 1.5 mm on the 1st string. There is no string choking or abnormal damping, so there are no issues with playability.\u003cbr\u003eThere is a small crack in the fingerboard near the 11th fret.\u003cbr\u003eThere are traces of a sticker that had been affixed for many years between the tip of the headstock and the pickups.\u003cbr\u003eThe electronics are in good condition.\u003cbr\u003eNo obvious modifications were found.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eControls: 2 volume knobs, 3-way toggle switch\u003cbr\u003eNut width: 42.8 mm\u003cbr\u003eString spacing at the bridge: 10 mm\u003cbr\u003eScale length: 24.75 inches\u003cbr\u003eYear of manufacture: 1995\u003cbr\u003eCountry of Manufacture: Japan\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDelivered after rigorous inspection by TONIQ’s craftsmen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAccessories: Soft case\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eText: Teppei Ozawa\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInspector: Ozawa\u003cbr\u003eProduct Photos: Murai\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIncludes a 3-month TONIQ warranty\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e● Up to 15% OFF with Trade-In\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you use our trade-in service when purchasing, you’ll receive 10% OFF the sale price. (Consignment items are excluded. This applies only if the trade-in value is 15% or more of the sales price.)　\u003cbr\u003eFurthermore, if you trade in an instrument eligible for our monthly “Enhanced Buyback Campaign,” the discount rate increases to 15%.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e◯ About GIB and TONIQ Warranties\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e● Lifetime Free Maintenance\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor instruments purchased at our store, you can receive “String Vibration Setup” (normally 4,400 yen) free of charge for life. (Reservation required)\u003cbr\u003e・Please present your warranty card with your name written on it.\u003cbr\u003e・This offer is limited to the original purchaser who bought the item at a GIB or TONIQ physical store or online shop.\u003cbr\u003e・Please note that you are responsible for any associated costs, such as shipping fees.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e● Resale Value Guarantee\u003cbr\u003eIf you decide to sell your purchase within 6 months of purchase, we guarantee the buyback price at our store.\u003cbr\u003eThe guaranteed amount is 50% of the original price for new items and 70% for used items.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e● Defect Warranty\u003cbr\u003eBasic Co., Ltd. provides a warranty against defects for products it sells.\u003cbr\u003eWith the exception of certain items such as consignment goods, we will repair free of charge (or, if repair is not possible, accept a return and issue a refund) any malfunctions that occur during normal use within a specified warranty period following purchase.\u003cbr\u003eThe warranty period is 3 months for used items and 1 year for new items.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note that even within the warranty period, the following cases will be subject to a service fee:\u003cbr\u003e・Failures or damage caused by shipping, transportation, dropping, etc.\u003cbr\u003e・Replacement of consumable parts.\u003cbr\u003e・Failures or damage caused by fire, earthquake, salt damage, gas damage, or abnormal voltage.\u003cbr\u003e・Failures or damage resulting from handling that violates the precautions listed in the instruction manual.\u003cbr\u003e・Failures or damage to parts repaired or modified by a party other than our company.\u003cbr\u003e・Damage to such parts. 　\u003cbr\u003e・If the warranty certificate does not include your name, model name, serial number, etc., or if any text has been altered.　\u003cbr\u003e・If the warranty certificate is not presented or has been lost.　 (Warranty coverage is limited to purchases made within Japan.)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe will ship with sufficient packaging.\u003cbr\u003eWe also ship internationally.\u003cbr\u003eWe will ship with sufficient packaging.\u003cbr\u003eWe do ship internationally.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eContact Information\u003cbr\u003eContact Info\u003cbr\u003eLINE: @toniq\u003cbr\u003eEmail:toniq@bassick.jp\u003cbr\u003ePhone: 045-548-3776\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e●Prices include consumption tax, customs duties, and shipping fees. Free worldwide shipping. All import duties and taxes are included in the price. No additional charges will be incurred during delivery. If you return an item, you are responsible for the full cost of shipping and any applicable customs duties.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Guitar Shop TONIQ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48174607040770,"sku":"192751134","price":2034900.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0763\/1827\/7890\/files\/DSC02375.jpg?v=1784711740","url":"https:\/\/guitarshop-toniq.com\/ko\/products\/used-esp-custom-mx-250-james-hetfield-black-1995-3-49kg-28075286-toniq%e6%a8%aa%e6%b5%9c-price-included-shipping-import-tax-vat","provider":"Guitar Shop TONIQ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}