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The ESP LTD EC-256 is a solidbody electric guitar that delivers the tone and performance of models many times its price. Sporting set-neck construction, dual humbucking pickups and a sleek double-cutaway shape, the EC-256 is built for high-gain rock and metal but versatile enough for any style. The set mahogany neck provides outstanding sustain and articulation, aided by 22 jumbo frets on a roasted jatoba fingerboard for a fast, fluid feel.

Dual Humbuckers With Push-Pull Coil-Splitting

The EC-256 features a pair of ESP-designed humbucking pickups that produce tight lows, growling mids and searing highs perfect for hard rock and metal. A push-pull switch on the tone control activates coil-splitting, tapping the inner coils of the humbuckers for bright, chimey single-coil tones. This setup provides a wealth of tones from one guitar.

Sleek Double-Cutaway Shape

The EC-256 has a sculpted mahogany body with an arched top and sharp cutaways for a comfortable playing experience. The cutaways provide unhindered access to the upper frets so you can solo without straining your hand. The contoured edges nestle seamlessly against your body whether sitting or standing. Overall, the EC-256 has an elegant yet aggressive shape that screams rock and roll.

Set-Neck Construction and Premium Hardware

The EC-256 features set-neck construction, with the mahogany neck glued to the body for optimal tone transfer and sustain. It has a smooth satin finish on the back of the neck for a fast playing feel. ATOM hardware including a tune-o-matic bridge and tailpiece provide rock-solid intonation and tuning stability.

ESP LTD EC-256 Electric Guitar Black
ESP LTD EC-256 Electric Guitar Black
ESP LTD EC-256 Electric Guitar Black

collapse expand iconFeatures

  • Mahogany top and body
  • 3-piece mahogany neck
  • Roasted Jatoba fingerboard with custom flag inlays
  • ESP-designed LH-150 humbucking pickups

collapse expand iconSpecs

Body
  • Body type: Single cutaway
  • Top wood: Mahogany
  • Body wood: Mahogany
Neck
  • Neck shape: Thin U
  • Neck wood: 3-piece Mahogany
  • Joint: Set-in
  • Scale length: 24.75"
  • Truss rod: Not specified
Fingerboard
  • Material: Roasted Jatoba
  • Radius: 13.78"
  • Fret size: Extra-jumbo
  • Number of frets: 22
  • Inlays: Custom
  • Nut width/material: 1.65 in. (42 mm) molded
Electronics
  • Configuration: HH
  • Neck: Proprietary
  • Bridge: Proprietary
  • Control layout: Volume/Volume/Tone
  • Pickup switch: Push/Pull
Hardware
  • Bridge type: Fixed bridge
  • Bridge design: Tune-O-Matic
  • Tailpiece: Tune-O-Matic
  • Tuning machines: LTD
  • Color: Gold
Other
  • Number of strings: 6 string
  • Case: Sold separately
  • Orientation: Right handed
  • Country of origin: China

collapse expand iconWarranty

Limited lifetime warranty on all guitars.
One year warranty on parts and electronics.

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