Metallica's James Hetfield teams up with ESP for new signature Snakebyte guitar

Image courtesy of ABC/Randy Holmes (via ABC News Radio)
Image courtesy of ABC/Randy Holmes (via ABC News Radio)

If your holiday dream is to play guitar like James Hetfield , sadly, the probably won't come true. But if you just need to look like you can play like the Metallica frontman, that's a much more realistic goal, thanks to ESP guitar company.

Hetfield has teamed up with ESP to launch the LTD Snakebyte SE Baritone. The guitar, which comes in a "see thru purple sunburst" finish, is a replica of the model Hetfield has been playing during Metallica's worldwide Hardwired...to Self-Destruct tour.

Only 500 pieces will be made, and getting your hands on one will set you back $1,399. Should you decide to purchase the guitar, you'll also get a hardshell ESP case and a certificate of authenticity. Visit ESPGuitars.com for more info.

Metallica's tour continues November 26 in Las Vegas.

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