ESP LTD EC-256/SW guitar
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- SKU
- LEC256SW
- Color
- White
. Description
Sound & Tone
The mahogany body and set-neck mahogany construction give the EC-256 a warm, thick midrange with long sustain, while the 24.75" scale adds a slightly slinky feel and rounded low end. The ESP Designed LH-150 humbuckers stay balanced and articulate, with enough output and clarity for driving rhythm work and singing leads, and the TOM bridge and tailpiece keep notes resonant and stable. Pulling up on the tone knob splits the coils for thinner, brighter voices suited to cleaner rhythm parts, making the guitar workable across rock, hard rock and metal as well as blues-leaning and lighter passages.
ESP LTD EC-256 Electric Guitar Snow White
The EC-256 in Snow White is a recording-ready instrument designed to cut through dense mixes with articulate, balanced tonality. The thin U-shaped mahogany neck with set-neck construction delivers responsive sustain and clear note definition, making it equally effective for layered lead textures and punchy rhythm tracks. Built to track consistently across multiple takes and genre applications, this guitar combines studio-friendly electronics with professional build quality at an accessible investment.
Recording & Tracking Character
A 24.75" scale paired with a 42mm nut width and 350mm fingerboard radius creates a balanced neck that locks in tight on both single-note phrases and full chords, essential for clean tracking and punch-in sessions. The thin U-shaped mahogany neck with set-neck construction provides natural harmonic bloom and controlled sustain for layered parts, while the Jatoba fingerboard with 22 extra-jumbo frets ensures consistent intonation and rapid position shifts without sonic artifacts or finger noise.
Tonal Palette & Mix Performance
ESP Designed LH-150 pickups in both neck and bridge positions deliver balanced, articulate tones across the frequency spectrum with excellent clarity—critical for maintaining definition in dense arrangements. The push-pull switch on the tone knob engages coil-splitting for extended tonal palette without switching guitars mid-session, while passive electronics and a TOM bridge with tailpiece ensure natural resonance, harmonic stability, and predictable tuning hold across long recording days.
Key Features
- Mahogany body with three-piece thin U-shaped mahogany neck and set-neck construction
- Snow White finish with gloss coat and multiple binding on body and headstock
- 24.75" scale length
- Jatoba fingerboard with flag inlays and 22 extra-jumbo frets
- Fingerboard radius: 350mm; Nut width: 42mm
- Thin U neck contour
- ESP Designed LH-150 pickups (neck and bridge)
- Push-pull coil-split switch on tone knob
- Passive electronics with TOM bridge and tailpiece
- Black hardware with LTD tuners
- Right-handed orientation
The EC-256 delivers a proven platform of responsive tracking performance, versatile onboard tone-shaping, and studio-grade reliability—a workhorse instrument built to capture great takes across sessions and genres.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
| Neck Construction | Set-Neck |
| Country of Manufacture | Indonesia |
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Specifications
| Body Style | Semi-Hollow Body |
|---|---|
| Scale Length | 24.75" Scale |
| Frets | 22 Frets |
| Fretboard | Rosewood |
| Neck Wood | Mahogany |
| Neck Construction | Set-Neck |
| Pickups | HH |
| Bridge | Tune-O-Matic / Stopbar |
| Strings | 6 |
| Orientation | Right handed |
| Model Year | 2017 |
| Made In | Indonesia |
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Rock
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Hard Rock
- ✓ Progressive
- ✓ Blues
Not the best pick for
- – Folk
- – Country
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced
Frequently Asked Questions
What neck profile and dimensions does this guitar have?
The EC-256 features a thin U-shaped mahogany neck with a 24.75-inch scale length, 42mm nut width, and 350mm fingerboard radius. This combination creates a fast, comfortable playing surface suited to both lead and rhythm work across all positions.
What pickups are in the EC-256, and can I change the tone?
The guitar ships with ESP Designed LH-150 pickups in neck and bridge positions, voiced for balanced articulation and clarity. A push-pull coil-split switch on the tone knob lets you thin out the pickups for lighter, more open tones without swapping hardware.
Is this guitar good for rock and metal?
Yes. The EC-256 is optimized for rock, metal, hard rock, and progressive music. Its set-neck construction, thick sustain, responsive articulation, and stable TOM bridge with tailpiece make it reliable for both studio and stage in heavy genres.
What frets and fingerboard material come with this guitar?
The EC-256 has a Jatoba fingerboard with 22 extra-jumbo frets and flag inlay markers for quick position recognition. The wider frets and hard fingerboard wood support aggressive playing and touring durability.
How does the EC-256 compare to other guitars in its price range?
The EC-256 competes directly with models like the Schecter C-1 Classic, Ibanez AR420, and Dean Vendetta. It stands out for its set-neck construction, balanced pickup voicing, and Snow White aesthetic at an accessible mid-tier price.
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