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Description
The name is derived from a piece of masking tape on which Hetfield wrote "EET FUK".
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Features and functionality
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The "EET FUK" Explorer currently uses black Sperzel locking tuners with enclosed housing and trim lock posts, enhancing tuning stability and ease of string changes.
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Despite being retired from touring, the guitar is actively used in recording sessions at Metallica's HQ, indicating its valued tonal contribution.
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Comparisons
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The "FUK EM UP" Explorer, a similar ESP MX-220 model, retains its original generic ESP tuners, offering a contrast to the modified "EET FUK" version.
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Mods and upgrades
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Transition from generic ESP tuners to Sperzel locking tuners highlights a significant upgrade in tuning reliability since 2008.
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Use cases and applications
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The guitar was James' first ESP guitar. He bought the guitar around c.1987 and used it to record parts of And Justice For All. James added the EET FUK logo in 1988 while finishing up the master recording for the album it also sports middle finger inlays. This was his main axe through out the damaged justice tour. He retired this guitar right before the black album was recorded and he now uses as a recording guitar. He used the guitar to "warm up" for practice sessions during the recordings of Death Magnetic.
Album Usage
The James Hetfield ESP Explorer "EET FUK" has been featured on the following albums:
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