ESP LTD EC-256, Candy Apple Red Satin
The ESP LTD EC-256 in Candy Apple Red Satin combines classic single-cut styling with modern performance, delivering impressive tone, playability, and premium looks at an outstanding value. Featuring a mahogany body, set-neck construction, and a fast Thin U mahogany neck, the EC-256 offers rich sustain, smooth comfort, and effortless access across the fretboard for both rhythm and lead playing.
Equipped with ESP LH-150 humbuckers and push-pull coil-splitting, the guitar delivers everything from thick rock and metal tones to cleaner, more versatile sounds with impressive clarity. The striking Candy Apple Red Satin finish gives the EC-256 a bold, modern appearance, while black hardware and premium-style binding complete its sleek stage-ready look.
Players regularly praise the EC-256 series for its exceptional value, comfortable neck profile, and versatile sound, with many considering it one of the strongest performers in its price range.
Quality construction
The ESP LTD EC-256 features a set neck construction, ensuring optimal stability and resonance. This construction method enhances sustain and overall tone, making your playing experience truly remarkable. The body is crafted from mahogany, a tonewood known for its warm and rich sound. Combined with the 3-piece mahogany neck, this guitar offers unparalleled durability and a solid foundation for your musical journey.
Comfortable and playable
The 24.75" scale length of the ESP LTD EC-256 provides a comfortable and familiar feel for players of all skill levels. The roasted jatoba fingerboard not only adds a striking aesthetic touch but also offers a smooth and responsive playing surface. With a radius of 350mm, your fingers will effortlessly glide across the frets, allowing for effortless bends and precise playing.
Wide-ranging tones
Equipped with ESP LH-150N and ESP LH-150B pickups in the neck and bridge positions respectively, the ESP LTD EC-256 delivers a powerful and versatile sound. Whether you're into punchy rhythm tones or soaring lead melodies, this guitar has got you covered. The electronics feature a bridge volume, neck volume, tone (with push/pull functionality), and a toggle switch, providing you with a wide range of tonal possibilities.
Specifications
- Product Code: 10011357
Body
- Series: 200
- Style: Eclipse
- Orientation: Right-handed
- Body: Mahogany
- Weight: 5-6 kg
- Measurements: 112 * 40 * 10
Neck & Fingerboard
- Construction: Set Neck
- Neck: Three Piece Mahogany
- Scale: 24.75"
- Fingerboard: Roasted Jatoba
- Radius: 350 mm
- Nut Width: 42 mm
- Nut: Molded
- Neck Shape: Thin U
- Frets: Twenty Two Extra Jumbo
Hardware & Electronics
- Hardware Color: Black
- Tuners: LTD
- Bridge: Tune-O-Matic & Tailpiece
- Neck Pickup: ESP LH-150N
- Bridge Pickup: ESP LH-150B
- Controls: Bridge Volume/Neck Volume/Tone (Push/Pull)/Toggle Switch
- Strings: D'Addario XL110
PRODUCT REPORT
- Case: No Case