ESP LTD EC-2025 50th Anniversary Guitar Metallic Gold with Case B-Stoc
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- SKU
- LEC2025MGO-B
- Color
- Gold
. Description
Sound & Tone
The mahogany body with maple cap and set-thru construction gives this single-cut a thick, sustaining midrange with tightened top-end, and the 24.75" scale keeps string tension relaxed for bends and vibrato. The Seymour Duncan Custom 14 bridge humbucker brings a hot, cutting attack suited to hard rock and metal rhythm and lead work, while the APH-1N neck pickup stays warmer and more vocal for cleans and melodic solos; the push/pull coil-split thins both positions toward brighter, single-coil-flavored tones. Macassar ebony and stainless steel frets add a crisp, articulate note edge, and the TonePros locking bridge and locking tuners hold pitch through aggressive playing.
ESP LTD EC-2025 50th Anniversary Guitar Metallic Gold B-Stock
Includes the ESP form-fit hard case. This model ships with its own hardshell case - no need to add one.
The thin "U" neck contour paired with a 24.75" scale and 42mm nut width creates a comfortable platform for extended sessions, while the Macassar Ebony fingerboard with 24 extra-jumbo stainless steel frets provides excellent durability and a smooth, fast playing surface. This B-Stock EC-2025 50th Anniversary delivers the full feature set of ESP's milestone celebration guitar—set-thru mahogany construction, locking hardware, and premium electronics—at a reduced price point. Built for recording and tracking work that demands responsive feel and reliable tuning stability without compromise.
Playability & Recording Comfort
The thin U-contour neck with 350mm fingerboard radius balances open-string resonance with clean fretted action across the range, ideal for capturing articulate performances across multiple takes. The 24 extra-jumbo stainless steel frets resist wear and offer a smooth, fast playing surface that translates consistently from session to session in both lead and rhythm tracking. The 42mm molded nut width and 24.75" scale length create a comfortable ergonomic foundation that supports extended recording sessions without fatigue or technique compromise.
Tone & Studio Electronics
A Seymour Duncan APH-1N neck pickup paired with the Seymour Duncan Custom 14 bridge pickup delivers clarity and definition with tonal separation that cuts through a mix across all pickup positions. The 2x Volume | 1x Tone (push/pull coil-split) | 3-way toggle switch layout grants intuitive in-session control for adapting tones during overdubs or live tracking, while the TonePros locking TOM bridge & tailpiece with LTD locking tuners ensures rock-solid intonation and tuning stability from first take through final pass.
Key Features
- Set-thru construction with mahogany body and maple cap
- 3-piece mahogany neck with thin U contour
- Metallic Gold finish with black hardware and black single-ply binding
- 24.75" scale length
- 42mm molded nut width
- Macassar ebony fingerboard with 350mm radius
- 24 extra-jumbo stainless steel frets
- Seymour Duncan Custom 14 (bridge) and APH-1N (neck) humbucking pickups
- TonePros locking TOM bridge & tailpiece with LTD locking tuners
- Special "50" graphic fingerboard inlay (frets 11–13) and 50th Anniversary headstock logo
- Limited production to 500 pieces worldwide
This 50th Anniversary EC-2025 combines collectible status with no-compromise hardware and electronics, making it a substantial instrument for studio work and recording sessions that demand both historical significance and genuine performance credentials.
As a B-Stock instrument it carries a minor factory cosmetic blemish — a small finish mark with no effect on playability, tone or structure — which is why it sells for less than a first-quality unit. The exact blemish varies from unit to unit, so it is not described or pictured here; photos show the model, not the individual unit. It is new, unplayed and covered by the full manufacturer warranty.
More Information
| Condition | Refurbished |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
| Country of Manufacture | South Korea |
Reviews
About this B-Stock unit
| Condition | B-Stock - cosmetic blemish, fully functional |
|---|---|
| Photos | 3 photos of this exact unit, not stock images |
| Inspected | Photographed and inspected in Temecula, May 20, 2026 |
| Price vs new | $300 under the new unit ($1,499) |
Prefer a brand-new one? ESP LTD EC-2025 50th Anniversary Guitar Metallic Gold with Case is in the catalog at $1,499.
Specifications
| Body Style | Single Cutaway |
|---|---|
| Scale Length | 24.75" Scale |
| Frets | 24 Frets |
| Fretboard | Ebony |
| Neck Wood | Mahogany |
| Pickups | HH |
| Bridge | Fixed |
| Strings | 6 |
| Orientation | Right handed |
| Model Year | 2025 |
| Made In | South Korea |
Who This Is For
| Best suited for | Metal, Hard Rock, Progressive, Gigging, Studio Sessions |
|---|---|
| Tonal character | Clarity and aggression, tonal separation, responsive, tight tuning stability, smooth fast playing surface |
| Less specialized for | Folk, Jazz (it will do it; instruments voiced for that style do it more easily) |
| Skill level | Intermediate / Advanced / Professional |
Frequently Asked Questions
What does B-Stock mean, and will it affect playability or tone?
B-Stock means the guitar is fully functional with zero impact on playability or tone; it carries only minor cosmetic imperfections from handling or display. This 50th Anniversary model comes with full manufacturer warranty and performs identically to new.
Is this guitar suitable for metal and djent, or does it work for other genres?
The EC-2025 is purpose-built for metal, hard rock, progressive, and djent with its aggressive midrange, tight low end, and Seymour Duncan Custom 14 bridge pickup delivering high output and tonal separation. It is not optimized for jazz, folk, or blues.
What makes the neck comfortable for long playing sessions?
The thin U-contour neck combined with a 24.75" scale, 42mm molded nut width, and 350mm fingerboard radius creates an ergonomic feel that reduces fatigue during extended play while maintaining open-string resonance and clean fretted action.
How does the pickup configuration work, and can I split coils?
The Seymour Duncan APH-1N neck and Custom 14 bridge pickups are wired to a 2x Volume / 1x Tone with push/pull coil-split control and 3-way toggle, giving you single-coil tones and increased versatility without adding complexity.
Will tuning stay stable during aggressive play?
Yes—the TonePros locking TOM bridge and tailpiece paired with LTD locking tuners ensure rock-solid intonation and tuning stability even during hard bends and aggressive playing.
Do I pay sales tax on this order?
Sales tax is collected only on orders shipped to California; orders shipped to any other US state are not charged sales tax at checkout when you buy direct from our website. Marketplaces collect sales tax as the facilitator in most states, so the same listed price can cost more there. Buyers remain responsible for any use tax their state applies. Free US shipping and 30-day returns are included.
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