Rock legend James Hetfield has unleashed his most distinctive signature guitar yet with ESP's striking new Vulture model. This bold V-shaped design represents the latest collaboration between the Metallica frontman and ESP, showcasing Hetfield's evolving artistic vision in a completely fresh format.
The Vulture stands apart with its set-neck construction that provides exceptional sustain and playability. At its heart lies the powerful EMG Het Set pickup configuration, specifically designed to capture Hetfield's signature aggressive tone and dynamic range that has defined metal music for decades.
Craftsmanship meets artistry through the ebony fingerboard, which features bespoke custom inlays that reflect Hetfield's personal aesthetic. This signature model combines premium materials with thoughtful design elements, creating an instrument that serves both stage performance and studio recording with equal prowess.
- Construction: Set-Neck
- Scale: 24.75"
- Body: Mahogany
- Neck: 3pc Mahogany
- Fingerboard: Ebony
- Fingerboard Radius: 350mm
- Finish: Black Satin
- Nut Width: 42mm
- Nut Type: Molded
- Neck Contour: Thin U
- Frets/Type: 22 Xj
- Hardware Colour: Black Satin
- Strap Button: Standard
- Tuners: Ltd Locking
- Bridge: Tonepros Locking Tom & Tailpiece
- Neck Pu: Emg Jh Set
- Bridge Pu: Emg Jh Set
- Electronics: Active
- Electronics Layout: Vol/Vol/Toggle Switch



