Detail 01
All-mahogany construction
The guitar has a mahogany body and 3-piece mahogany neck.
Product detailSKU #1500000002229
ESPLTD James Hetfield Snakebyte Electric Guitar Satin Black
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
A James Hetfield Snakebyte signature model with all-mahogany construction, EMG JH “Het” active humbuckers, and stage-focused locking hardware.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Players seeking James Hetfield’s Snakebyte model
- High-gain metal rhythm and lead playing
- Players who want active humbuckers and a 24.75 in. scale
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Players who do not want active pickups
- Players seeking more than 22 frets
- Players who prefer a shape other than the modified EX body
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
EMG JH “Het” Set active humbuckers
The bridge pickup is described as delivering tight lows and searing highs; the neck pickup as warm and clear.
Detail 03
TonePros locking TOM bridge and tailpiece
The product description states these provide stable intonation for precise tuning.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01This guitar uses EMG JH “Het” Set active humbuckers.
- 02It has 22 extra-jumbo frets and a 24.75 in. scale length.
- 03A hardshell case is included.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Does the Snakebyte include a case?
Yes. A hardshell case is included.
02What pickups does it use?
It uses EMG JH “Het” Set active humbuckers.
03How many frets does it have?
It has 22 extra-jumbo frets.
04What is the scale length?
The scale length is 24.75 in.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Black
4 detailsOther
- Category Source
- detail
- Tier
- new
- Korena Special
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- Source Id
- site51500000002229
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