ESP LTD LMH100QMNT Quilt Maple Top Electric Guitar Reindeer Blue

Saw nothing but great reviews for this baby,so for the price I figured I'd take a chance without trying it out. All I can say is WOW! The neck is one of the best I have ever played. Its light.I think the pick ups sound fine,but I know some wont. Stays in tune. The reindeer blue color is actually almost purple and its beautiful! The only knock is the volume knob is too close where I rest my hand and I keep turning it down some,but other than that, this thing is a really great guitar for the money. I would definitely recommend it. Especially if you play Classic hard rock and NWOBHM.

Specs (not already mentioned above):* 13.78 fingerboard radius* Nut is 1.65 inches, molded synthetic bone* Standard strap buttons* Weight - about 10 pounds* Comes with D'Addario e10, B13, G17, D26, A36, E46 strings* Black nickel hardware* Made in ChinaPros:* Easy volume, tone, toggle controls* Stays in tune* Gorgeous finish* Frets are finished nicely* Good rocking sound overall* Tight neck - bolt on* Carved top and back* Maple neck feels great when playingCons* Pickups are just ok - can be a little muddy when looking more at a bluesy sound. I've read some boards that suggest upgrading to Duncans - may look into that down the road.* LTD headstock is so pointy it just barely fits in the gig bag (standard size).* The guitar name at the 12th fret is ok. 0 Would have preferred something a little jazzier (the name looks like a sticker more than an inlay - which is probably is).* Not a lot of switch options at this price point - going up another level gets you the 5-way switch* No pickguard (pretty standard on ESPs/LTDs from what I've seen with their double cut-away models).* No case included. Starting to push into the price point where you'd expect at least a minimal gig bag.Overall* Great beginner or intermediate guitar.* These have been around awhile and you might find some used ones floating around out there in good condition.* I bought mine at a local shop so it was already set up and ready to play.* I'd recommend to a friend.