Updated 17 May 2026
| Brand | ESP Guitars |
| Category | Musical Instruments |
| Available at | 1 UK stores |
| 90-day avg | £1549.00 |
ESP Guitars
ESP LTD EC-1000T/CTM FM Violet Shadow
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Current
£1616
Change
+18.8%
Avg
£1507
Low
£1344
High
£1628
Volatility
4.8%
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
- Classic style with modern power The EC-1000T/CTM FM captures the feel of a traditional single-cut guitar while adding the refinements modern players expect from a professional-level instrument. Its full-thickness mahogany body provides excellent sustain warmth and low-end depth giving riffs and lead lines a rich authoritative voice. A flamed maple top adds brightness and clarity while helping the Violet Shadow finish stand out under stage lighting. The lack of a waist contour gives the guitar a more vintage-inspired feel and substantial presence making it feel solid and resonant in your hands while still remaining comfortable during longer playing sessions. Fishman Fluence flexibility Equipped with a pair of Fishman Fluence Open Core Classic humbuckers the EC-1000T/CTM FM offers far more tonal flexibility than a standard dual-humbucker setup. Each pickup includes multiple selectable voicings allowing you to move between vintage PAF-inspired warmth hotter modern rock output and sharper single-coil-style articulation. The bridge pickup can shift from smooth classic crunch to more aggressive muscular tones with ease while the neck pickup balances warm sustain with impressive clarity and dynamic response. Push/pull controls make switching voices simple and immediate giving you a huge range of usable sounds without overcomplicating the layout. Fast and effortless feel The three-piece mahogany neck features ESP&rsquo
- s Thin U profile offering a fast and comfortable playing experience that works equally well for rhythm work and technical lead playing. Its set-through construction improves sustain while creating smooth upper-fret access letting you reach higher notes without feeling restricted. The ebony fretboard feels slick and responsive beneath the fingers making fast transitions bends and vibrato feel natural and controlled. Twenty-two extra jumbo stainless steel frets provide excellent durability and a smooth playing surface. Reliable hardware performance The EC-1000T/CTM FM is fitted with hardware built for dependable performance. A TonePros locking Tune-O-Matic bridge and tailpiece improve sustain tuning consistency and intonation accuracy even during aggressive playing. LTD locking tuners make restringing quicker and help maintain your tuning during long sets. Chrome control knobs and premium appointments complete the upscale appearance while the straightforward control layout keeps operation intuitive and performance focused. Combined with the guitar&rsquo
- s resonant construction and versatile electronics the hardware package helps every part of the instrument feel precise stable and ready for professional use. Specifications Product Name: ESP LTD EC-1000T/CTM FM Violet Shadow Product Code: 10009435 Body Series: EC Body Material: Mahogany with Maple Cap Body Top: Flamed Maple Body Finish: Violet Shadow Neck & Fretboard Neck Material: 3-Piece Mahogany Neck Shape: Thin U Scale Length: 24.75" Fingerboard Radius: 350 mm Fingerboard: Ebony Number of Frets: 22 Stainless Steel Fret Size: Extra Jumbo Nut: Moulded Nut Width: 42 mm Hardware & Electronics Bridge Pickup: Fishman Fluence Open Core Classic Humbucker (Voice Selection via Push/Pull Controls) Neck Pickup: Fishman Fluence Open Core Classic Humbucker (Voice Selection via Push/Pull Controls) Controls: Bridge Volume / Neck Volume (Push/Pull) / Tone (Push/Pull) / Toggle Switch Bridge: TonePros Locking Tune-O-Matic and Tailpiece Tuning Machines: LTD Locking Control Knobs: Chrome Miscellaneous Strings: DAddario XL110 (.010/.013/.017/.026/.036/.046)