Kirk Hammett
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Kirk Hammett's Gear
At the Jeff Beck tribute concert, Kirk Hammett used a Mesa/Boogie Mark VII 1x12 Combo, as shown in a user-uploaded photo.
Kirk Hammett played Mesa/Boogie 1x12 boogie open back extension cabinet at Jeff Beck tribute concert according to this post.
At a Jeff Beck tribute concert, Kirk Hammett used the Boss DD-7 Digital Delay, as seen in a user-uploaded photo.
He is seen playing what I believe to be a Kramer Pacer Imperial that he put EMGs into at 4:03 in the video
According to Guitar Lobby, Kirk used Plexi 1959SLP.
According to Guitar Lobby, Kirk used Mark IV.
In this video, you can see Axe-Fx 2 XL+ at 14:15 in Kirk's rack.
Kirk Hammett's signature Epiphone Flying V can be seen in this video and comes in Ebony and Purple Metallic finishes.
He is seen playing a Kramer Voyager in this image from March 5, 1983 with Exodus
The reel from instagram shows that he used this strap in his black Gibson Les Paul custom guitar.
He is seen holding an older RS Knight Warrior in this image
The Fender Player Acoustasonic can be noticed in this photo of Kirk with his assistant .
Seen in "A Year and a Half in the Life of Metallica" While Recording the "Black Album"
In this image, Kirk Hammett is seen playing the ESP LTD KH-2 Kirk Hammett Signature Ouija Sparkle Limited Edition guitar.
Kirk Hammett used a DiMarzio DP100 Super Distortion as the bridge pickup in his 1978 Fender Stratocaster, as confirmed in the Gibson TV episode "The Collection: Kirk Hammett of Metallica."
In a video by Gibson TV titled "The Collection: Kirk Hammett of Metallica," Kirk Hammett discusses his original 1952 Gibson Les Paul Goldtop with P90 pickups at the 10:42 mark.
Gibson Les Paul Special Double-Cut Electric Guitar
Solid Body Electric GuitarsIn the video "The Collection: Kirk Hammett of Metallica" by Gibson TV, Kirk Hammett showcases his 1960 Gibson Les Paul Special Double-Cut Electric Guitar with black P90 pickups.
In the Gibson TV episode titled "The Collection: Kirk Hammett of Metallica," Kirk Hammett discusses his 1956 Gibson Les Paul Custom at the 16:42 mark, providing insight into his extensive guitar collection.
At 28:10 Kirk discusses his 1958 Les Paul Custom and the middle pickup being out of phase.
At 58:43 Kirk shows his 1957 Korina Flying V, black on black, prototype.
At 1:26:08 Kirk talks about his super rare 1959 ES-335TD in black.
At the 1:44:15 mark of the Gibson TV episode titled "The Collection: Kirk Hammett of Metallica," Kirk Hammett showcases his black 1964 Gibson J-180 Everly Brothers Signature guitar.
According to Silverwulf's "Album Analysis: Kill ‘Em All" on Metallica Gear History, Kirk Hammett used the Jen Cry Baby Super Wah Pedal.
Kirk Hammett used the Marshall JMP 1959 Mk II Super Lead 100w (1976-77) on the album Kill 'Em All, as confirmed by Silverwulf in the "Album Analysis: Kill ‘Em All"
Taken from Fractal's instagram page.
Kirk Hammett uses the Gibson Moderne, as evidenced by a photograph showing him with the instrument.
Kirk Hammett is seen using the Gibson Flying-V Cherry guitar at the 5:04 mark in the video "METALLICA FUNNY MOMENTS LIVE COMPILATION (2024)" by ATARAXIA on YouTube.
Kirk Hammett uses the Fender Jack White Triplecaster Telecaster Electric Guitar, as evidenced by his Instagram post where he stated: "Thanks so much @officialjackwhite for such a great cool innovative, fun Triplecaster guitar !! I love it so much Greeny is getting a bit jealous !!!"
Kirk Hammett uses the ESP LTD 30th Anniversary Kirk Hammett EKH-3 Spider, as evidenced by a photo shoot where he is seen posing with the guitar. The guitar is available for purchase at retailers such as Guitar Center, as noted by Sweetwater.
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