ESP LTD EC-01FT Black Lefty Electric Guitar

ESP LTD EC-01FT Black Lefty Electric Guitar

SKU
LEC01FTBLKLH
Color
Black
$1,099.00
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Description

ESP LTD EC-01FT Black Lefty Electric Guitar

The EC-01FT Lefty is built to deliver focused, articulate recordings with its set-thru mahogany construction and Thin U neck contour that balances comfort with stability for precise, repeatable tracking. This left-handed instrument combines refined aesthetics with performance-driven engineering, making it an excellent foundation for a home studio setup—versatile across multiple session styles, with serious tonal range and easy upper-fret access for overdubs and layering.

Construction for Studio Capture

The flat-top mahogany body paired with three-piece mahogany neck and set-thru construction delivers enhanced sustain and effortless access to higher positions—critical for clean takes on rhythm and lead passes. The 24.75" scale length and 43mm nut width provide a comfortable, stable feel that translates to consistent performance during extended recording sessions, while the Macassar ebony fingerboard with pearloid block inlays and 22 extra-jumbo stainless steel frets ensures reliable, durable playability across the entire neck and minimal fret noise.

Pickup & Tonal Versatility

The exclusive Seymour Duncan Custom 14 pickup captures versatile tones from clean, chiming melodies to powerful, aggressive riffs with dynamic range and clarity—sitting well in mix-heavy productions. A push-pull volume control enables quick coil-splitting during sessions, providing access to articulate single-coil textures and expanding your recording palette without needing to swap instruments.

Key Features

  • Flat-top mahogany body with distinctive brushed matte black pickguard
  • Three-piece mahogany neck with set-thru construction for enhanced sustain
  • 24.75" scale length and 43mm nut width
  • Macassar ebony fingerboard with pearloid block inlays
  • 22 extra-jumbo stainless steel frets with 350mm fingerboard radius
  • Thin U neck contour for balanced comfort and control
  • Recessed TonePros TOM bridge with string-thru body design
  • LTD locking tuners for tuning stability and efficient string changes
  • Seymour Duncan Custom 14 pickup (ESP exclusive)
  • Push-pull volume control with coil-split functionality
  • Passive electronics with single humbucking pickup configuration
  • 6-string left-handed configuration with black hardware

The EC-01FT Lefty combines exclusive electronics, meticulous construction, and thoughtful playability features to deliver reliable tracking and mix-ready tones for serious left-handed home-studio producers and engineers.

More Information
Condition New
Dexterity Left handed
Country of Manufacture South Korea
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At a Glance

The ESP LTD EC-01FT Lefty is a versatile left-handed recording platform with set-thru mahogany construction and a Seymour Duncan Custom 14 that captures both clean, chiming textures and aggressive riff tones in the mix. The push-pull coil-split expands your sonic palette in the session without committing to a second instrument, while the 22 extra-jumbo stainless steel frets and Macassar ebony fingerboard ensure consistent intonation and smooth tracking across takes. Ideal for producers and engineers working with left-handed players in rock, metal, and blues contexts.

Who This Is For

Great for

  • Rock
  • Hard Rock
  • Blues
  • Metal

Not the best pick for

  • Folk
  • Jazz

Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the push-pull coil-split do?

The push-pull volume control lets you split the Seymour Duncan Custom 14 humbucker into single-coil mode, giving you articulate, bright tones on demand without switching guitars. This expands your tonal range from powerful full humbucker riffs to crisp single-coil textures in one take.

Is this guitar suitable for metal and hard rock?

Yes. The set-thru mahogany construction delivers enhanced sustain, the 24.75" scale length and Thin U neck support aggressive playing and fast passages, and the Seymour Duncan Custom 14 is voiced to handle powerful, articulate riffs. This guitar is purpose-built for rock, hard rock, blues, and metal.

What makes the set-thru construction important?

Set-thru construction means the three-piece mahogany neck runs through the body, creating a solid connection that enhances sustain and enables seamless upper-fret access without a traditional body cutaway interruption. You get better resonance and easier playability at higher positions.

Is this left-handed guitar a good fit for intermediate and advanced players?

Yes. The Thin U neck contour balances comfort with control, the 43mm nut width and 22 extra-jumbo stainless steel frets support precision playing, and the versatile tone shaping via coil-split suits intermediate through professional demands across multiple genres.

How does the EC-01FT Lefty compare to the ESP LTD EC-1000?

The EC-01FT is a streamlined alternative with the same set-thru mahogany construction and reliable build quality, but at a lower price point. Both offer versatile tonal range and sustained playability, making the EC-01FT an excellent workhorse for left-handed players seeking quality without the premium investment.

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