ESP LTD EC-200DX Electric Guitar in Charcoal Burst
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- LEC200DXCHB
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Description
Sound & Tone
The ESP LH-150 humbuckers in this single-cutaway push out thick, sustaining overdriven tones with a punchy midrange, while the poplar body with flamed maple top and 24.75" scale keep notes warm and rounded rather than tight and snappy. Pulling up the push-pull tone knob splits either pickup to single-coil, thinning the voice for cleaner, more articulate rhythm and clean work. It covers rock, hard rock and metal comfortably, and the 24 extra-jumbo frets on a roasted maple neck with rosewood board give lead players room to work high up the neck.
ESP LTD EC-200DX Charcoal Burst Electric Guitar
The EC-200DX tracks with clarity and punch in the studio, delivering articulate tones through versatile humbucking pickups capable of both thick, saturated textures and crisp, defined single-coil character. Its thin U-contoured neck and 24.75" scale length encourage extended session comfort during takes and overdubs. The Charcoal Burst finish presents a refined aesthetic suited to professional studio environments and on-camera work alike.
Playability & Feel
The rooted maple neck with rosewood fingerboard and thin U contour minimizes fatigue during long recording sessions, while the 350mm radius fingerboard accommodates both lead work and open chord playing. A 42mm nut width and 24 extra-jumbo frets with dot inlays support precise technique and extended range exploration across the fretboard.
Tone & Recording Character
The ESP LH-150 humbucking pickups in bridge and neck positions capture full, articulate tones with excellent sustain and clarity through any microphone chain. A push-pull switch on the tone knob engages single-coil tones from either pickup position, expanding the tonal palette for different song contexts and mix layers without requiring a second instrument.
Key Features
- Poplar body with flamed maple top
- Flat-top single-cutaway Eclipse body with bevelled edge
- Bolt-on roasted maple neck with rosewood fingerboard
- Thin U neck contour
- 24.75" scale length
- 24 extra-jumbo frets with dot inlays
- 350mm fingerboard radius
- 42mm nut width
- ESP LH-150 humbucking pickups (bridge and neck)
- Push-pull single-coil tone switch
- TOM-style bridge and tailpiece
- Black chrome hardware with LTD tuners
- Charcoal Burst finish
This EC-200DX combines session-friendly ergonomics with professional-grade construction and tonal switching capability, making it a reliable tracking instrument for recording, mixing, and production applications.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
| Neck Construction | Bolt-On |
| Country of Manufacture | South Korea |
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Specifications
| Scale Length | 24.75" Scale |
|---|---|
| Frets | 24 Frets |
| Fretboard | Rosewood |
| Neck Wood | Maple |
| Neck Construction | Bolt-On |
| Bridge | Tune-O-Matic / Stopbar |
| Strings | 6 |
| Orientation | Right handed |
| Made In | South Korea |
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Studio Sessions
- ✓ Live Performance
- ✓ Home Recording
- ✓ Rock
- ✓ Metal
Not the best pick for
- – Jazz
- – Folk
Skill level: Beginner · Intermediate · Advanced
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes the thin U-contoured neck different from other profiles?
The thin U contour prioritizes speed and comfort, allowing fast lateral movement across the fretboard and easy access to higher frets. Combined with the 42mm nut width and roasted maple construction, it supports both lead work and open chord playing without fatigue during long sessions.
How does the push-pull single-coil switch expand the tone?
The push-pull switch engages single-coil voicing from either the bridge or neck pickup position, letting you shift from thick humbucker character to brighter, more articulate single-coil tones without swapping guitars. This adds tonal range across rock, metal, and genre-crossing work.
Is this guitar suitable for beginners, or is it better for experienced players?
The EC-200DX works across beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels. Its approachable playability and comfortable ergonomics support skill development, while its professional-grade electronics and construction deliver the versatility and reliability needed for studio and live work at any skill stage.
What genres and styles is this guitar best suited for?
The EC-200DX excels in rock and metal, where its full sustain and articulate humbucker character shine. The single-coil voicing switch adds flexibility for studio sessions spanning multiple genres, though it is not ideally voiced for jazz or folk styles.
What is included with this guitar?
The EC-200DX includes the instrument with roasted maple neck, rosewood fingerboard, dual ESP LH-150 pickups, TOM-style bridge and tailpiece, and black chrome hardware with LTD tuners. A gig bag or case is not specified in the product details and should be confirmed separately.
Do I pay sales tax on this order?
We collect sales tax only on orders shipped to California. Orders shipped to any other US state are charged $0 sales tax at checkout when you buy direct from our website. On this item that is roughly $28 less out the door than the same listed price at a national retailer or on a marketplace. Marketplaces such as eBay, Reverb and Amazon collect sales tax in nearly every state as marketplace facilitators no matter who the seller is, so the same item at the same price costs less bought direct. Free US shipping and 30-day returns are included. Some states ask buyers to self-report use tax on out-of-state purchases.
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