ESP LTD EC-256
Overview
The ESP LTD EC-256 is a single-cutaway electric guitar that offers humbucker-driven rock and metal tones at a budget-friendly price, targeting beginning to intermediate players in heavier genres. It features a mahogany body with a carved maple top, a set mahogany neck with a thin U profile, and a 22-fret roasted jatoba fingerboard with a 13.78-inch radius. Two ESP-designed LH-150 humbucking pickups produce full, thick tones with enough output for convincing crunch and high-gain work, while retaining usable clarity in cleaner settings. The Tune-O-Matic bridge and stop tailpiece provide solid intonation and sustain, and the overall weight is manageable for extended playing. Build quality is commendable for the price " clean binding, smooth fret edges, and an attractive finish that belies its affordable positioning. The slim neck profile and flat radius make it comfortable for players with smaller hands or those migrating from shred-style instruments. This guitar is an excellent value for rock and metal players who want the Les Paul-style aesthetic and tone without the associated cost. The stock pickups, while adequate, may benefit from an upgrade as players' tonal demands become more refined.
Electric Guitars
A budget single-cutaway guitar with LH-150 humbuckers and carved maple top that delivers thick rock and metal tones with clean binding and a slim neck profile comfortable for smaller hands.
Instrument Details
$399
Intermediate
Brand
ESP
Type
Solid Body Electric
Made In
Indonesia
Year
2016
