Ltd Mick Thomson MT-I Obsidian Metallic

The essentials to know about the LTD Mick Thomson MT-I Obsidian Metallic guitar

• Mick Thomson Signature (Slipknot): an LTD designed for modern metal, precise and incredibly effective.


• Set-thru construction and long scale length 25.5" / 648 mm for excellent tuning stability, ideal for low tunings.


• Active Fishman Fluence Signature Mick Thomson pickup: sharp attack, high output level, and 3 voices to vary textures.


• Performance-oriented hardware: Graph Tech Black TUSQ XL nut, Hipshot bridge, and ESP molded hard case.

An LTD signature built for stage and studio

With the MT-I Obsidian Metallic, Mick Thomson unveils his first LTD signature guitar, designed as a precision "weapon" for heavy riffs and surgical rhythms. Within the range, this model positions itself as a highly specialized super-strat, focused on stability, reliability, and a modern sound without any unnecessary features.

For whom and for which styles?

This 6-string electric guitar is mainly aimed at intermediate to expert guitarists seeking quick playability (profile Thin U) and a clear response under heavy saturation. It excels in modern metal, groove metal, death metal, hardcore, and all situations where palm-mute definition, attack precision, and stability in low tunings are priorities.

The sound

The combination of a mahogany body and white ash top delivers a warm and dense foundation with added snap and clarity in the highs. The set-thru construction promotes solid sustain and a seamless feel between the neck and body, useful for fast riffs as well as sustained notes. On the electronics side, the Fishman Fluence Signature Mick Thomson (active) provides a modern, very quiet, and punchy sound, with a 3-position selector and a push/pull volume allowing navigation between different voices to switch from a tight, aggressive tone to more nuanced textures.

Recommended compatible accessories

To maintain the original feel, opt for a 10-46 string set. A strap and picks suited to your attack style (from soft to stiff) will effectively complement this performance-oriented instrument.

Technical specifications

Electronics: microphone configuration	H	Original Strings	10-46
Category	ST	Cover/case	Case
Format	Super-Strat	Body	Mahogany
Nbr of strings	6	Types of frets	Medium Jumbo
Top	Ash	Bridge / tailpiece	Fixed, Hipshot
Neck	Glued Maple	Nbre of pickups	1
Neck format	Thin U	Bridge pickup	Fishman Fluence
Radius	305 mm	Electronics	Active
Nut Width	42 mm	Selector	3-position
Fingerboard	Macassar ebony	Settings	1 Volume Push/Pull Split
Nbrs of frets	24	Color	Grey
Scale (mm)	648 mm	Finishing	Glossy
Tuning pegs	Hipshot	Hardware	Black

Shape	Super-Strat	Side markers	Blue Luminlay
Finish	Glossy lacquer	Hardware color	Black
Construction	Set-thru	Bridge/tailpiece	Hipshot
Neck shape	Thin U	Bridge	Fixed Hipshot Hi-Mass
Number of frets	24	Tuners	Gotoh locking
Fret type	Medium Jumbo	Number of pickups	1
Frets	Stainless steel	Additional specs	Fishman Fluence Signature Mick Thomson pickup
Scale length	25.5" / 648 mm	Controls	1 x Push/Pull Volume Split
Nut	Graph Tech Black TUSQ XL