ESP LTD EC-256 Lefty Guitar Candy Apple Red Satin B-Stock
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- SKU
- LEC256CARSLH-B
- Color
- Red
Description
Sound & Tone
The all-mahogany body and set neck give the EC-256 a thick, warm midrange with long sustain, and the pair of ESP LH-150 humbuckers push that into robust, articulate territory — round and compressed at the neck, tighter and more cutting at the bridge. The push/pull coil-split thins things out for cleaner, more spanky rhythm work, widening its range beyond straight humbucker crunch. With the 24.75" scale and extra-jumbo frets on roasted jatoba, it sits comfortably in rock and blues lead playing while still handling warm jazz comping and heavier riffing.
ESP LTD EC-256 Lefty Guitar Candy Apple Red Satin
The EC-256 Lefty captures articulate, sustained tones through a set-neck mahogany construction that delivers the resonance and harmonic content essential for studio tracking and overdubbing. Its thin U-shaped neck profile accommodates precise fretwork and layered recording sessions without fatigue, while the striking Candy Apple Red Satin finish translates beautifully on camera during video production or live-streaming sessions. Built for left-handed engineers and producers who demand professional-grade tone and build quality.
Recording Clarity & Playability
The three-piece mahogany neck tapers into a thin U contour that excels at capturing clean articulation across rhythm parts and intricate lead textures in a home-studio environment. A roasted jatoba fingerboard with 22 extra-jumbo frets and a 42mm molded nut ensures consistent intonation and smooth tracking through multiple takes, while the 24.75" scale length balances traditional sustain characteristics with the accessibility needed for extended recording sessions.
Mix-Ready Tone & Signal Path
A pair of ESP LH-150 humbuckers—one in the neck position and one at the bridge—generate articulate, full-range output that sits well in dense mixes without excessive muddiness. The push/pull tone pot enables coil-splitting for adding brightness and definition to rhythm tracks or isolating specific frequencies during post-production, while the volume/volume/tone/toggle switch configuration allows real-time tone shaping during recording sessions, supporting anything from warm, compressed rhythmic layers to cutting, penetrant lead work.
Key Features
- Mahogany body with set-neck construction for superior sustain and resonance
- Three-piece mahogany neck with thin U contour
- Roasted jatoba fingerboard with 22 extra-jumbo frets
- 42mm molded nut width
- 24.75" scale length
- ESP LH-150N humbucker neck pickup
- ESP LH-150B humbucker bridge pickup
- Push/pull tone pot for coil-splitting capability
- TOM bridge and tailpiece for tuning stability
- LTD tuners with black hardware
- Candy Apple Red Satin finish
- D'Addario XL110 standard strings (.010–.046)
The EC-256 Lefty combines proven hardware, quality materials, and versatile electronics into a left-handed instrument that performs reliably across rock, blues, jazz, and beyond.
This specific B-Stock unit features minor cosmetic imperfections typical of B-Stock inventory, including light marks on the body and headstock that are purely superficial in nature. These marks have absolutely zero impact on the playability, tone, or structural integrity of the guitar. Purchasing B-Stock allows you to acquire a premium ESP LTD instrument at a significant discount while maintaining complete manufacturer warranty coverage and full functionality.
More Information
| Condition | Refurbished |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Left handed |
| Country of Manufacture | Indonesia |
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Specifications
| Body Style | Single Cutaway |
|---|---|
| Scale Length | 24.75" Scale |
| Frets | 22 Frets |
| Fretboard | Jatoba |
| Neck Wood | Mahogany |
| Pickups | HH |
| Bridge | Fixed |
| Strings | 6 |
| Orientation | Left handed |
| Model Year | 2023 |
| Made In | Indonesia |
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Rock
- ✓ Blues
- ✓ Hard Rock
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Jazz
Not the best pick for
- – Folk
- – Djent
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What does B-Stock mean?
B-Stock means the guitar is fully functional with complete manufacturer warranty coverage, but features minor cosmetic imperfections such as light marks on the body and headstock. These marks are purely superficial and have zero impact on playability, tone, or structural integrity.
Is this guitar suitable for metal and hard rock?
Yes. The robust output from the ESP LH-150 humbuckers, set-neck mahogany construction, and coil-splitting capability make this guitar well-suited for metal and hard rock, delivering both articulate attack and sustained resonance.
What is the neck profile and scale length?
The EC-256 Lefty features a three-piece mahogany neck with a thin U-shaped contour and a 24.75" scale length—the same as a traditional Les Paul. The 42mm molded nut and roasted jatoba fingerboard with 22 extra-jumbo frets provide a smooth, responsive playing surface suited for both rhythm and lead work.
What tonal flexibility does this guitar offer?
The push/pull tone pot enables coil-splitting on the humbuckers, and the volume/volume/tone/toggle switch configuration lets you dial in anything from warm, compressed rhythms to bright, cutting leads across rock, blues, jazz, and hard rock genres.
What hardware and electronics are included?
The guitar includes a TOM bridge and tailpiece for tuning stability, LTD tuners with black hardware, ESP LH-150N neck and LH-150B bridge humbuckers, and comes strung with D'Addario XL110 strings (.010–.046).
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