ESP LTD EC-2025 50th Anniversary Guitar Metallic Gold B-Stock
Description
ESP LTD EC-2025 50th Anniversary Guitar Metallic Gold B-Stock
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 players who demand responsive feel and reliable tuning stability without compromise.
Playability & Feel
The thin U-contour neck with 350mm fingerboard radius balances open-string resonance with clean fretted action across the range, while the 24 extra-jumbo stainless steel frets resist wear and offer a smooth, fast playing surface ideal for both lead and rhythm work. The 42mm molded nut width and 24.75" scale length create a comfortable ergonomic foundation that rewards extended playing sessions without fatigue.
Tone & Electronics
A Seymour Duncan APH-1N neck pickup paired with the Seymour Duncan Custom 14 bridge pickup delivers clarity and aggression with tonal separation across all positions. The 2x Volume | 1x Tone (push/pull coil-split) | 3-way toggle switch layout grants intuitive control, while the TonePros locking TOM bridge & tailpiece with LTD locking tuners ensures rock-solid intonation and tuning stability even during aggressive playing.
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 players seeking both historical significance and genuine performance credentials.
This specific B-Stock unit features minor cosmetic imperfections typical of B-Stock inventory. These marks are purely superficial and have absolutely zero impact on the playability, tone, or structural integrity of the guitar. The ESP LTD EC-2025 50th Anniversary delivers premium construction and performance at a significant B-Stock discount with full manufacturer warranty backing your purchase.
More Information
| Condition | Refurbished |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
| Country of Manufacture | South Korea |
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Add the matching hard caseESP EC Guitar Form Fit Case [CECFF]
At a Glance
The ESP LTD EC-2025 50th Anniversary is a set-thru mahogany hard-rock machine with a thin U-neck, 24 extra-jumbo stainless steel frets, and Seymour Duncan Custom 14/APH-1N pickups that deliver clear, aggressive tone with tight low end and exceptional sustain. Built for intermediate to pro players tackling metal, hard rock, and progressive material on stage or in the studio, it pairs collectible 50th-anniversary status (limited to 500 pieces) with rock-solid tuning stability via locking hardware and no-compromise playability. This B-Stock unit is fully functional with only minor cosmetic wear—a substantial discount on a guitar that performs and holds its own against Gibson Les Paul Standards and high-end Schecters.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Hard Rock
- ✓ Progressive
- ✓ Studio Sessions
- ✓ Gigging
Not the best pick for
- – Folk
- – Jazz
- – Country
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What does B-Stock mean, and does it affect the guitar's playability or sound?
B-Stock means this unit is fully functional with only minor cosmetic imperfections—superficial marks that have zero impact on playability, tone, or structural integrity. You get the same premium construction and performance as a standard unit at a significant discount.
Is this guitar comfortable for long playing sessions?
Yes. The thin U-neck contour, 42mm nut width, 24.75-inch scale, and 350mm fingerboard radius are designed to reward extended sessions without fatigue, making it ideal for both studio tracking and gigging.
What pickups are in this guitar, and what tones can I expect?
It features a Seymour Duncan APH-1N in the neck and a Seymour Duncan Custom 14 in the bridge, delivering clear, aggressive tone with excellent tonal separation, high output, and a tight low end—perfect for metal and hard rock.
How does tuning stability hold up during aggressive playing?
The TonePros locking TOM bridge and tailpiece combined with LTD locking tuners ensure rock-solid intonation and tuning stability even during aggressive bending, downtuning, and stage performance.
Is this a collectible instrument?
Yes. This is the 50th Anniversary EC-2025, limited production to 500 pieces worldwide, with special 50th-anniversary graphics on the headstock and fingerboard inlay (frets 11–13). It combines historical significance with genuine performance credentials.
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