ESP LTD EC-201 Lefty Electric Guitar Black Satin
Description
ESP LTD EC-201 Lefty Electric Guitar Black Satin
The EC-201 Lefty combines a comfortable thin U-contour neck with a responsive mahogany body and set-neck construction that rewards both technique and feel. The satin black finish with binding details delivers a professional aesthetic while remaining practical for regular play. This left-handed single-cutaway is engineered for smooth lead work and expressive playing across rock, metal, blues, and alternative styles.
Playability & Feel
The three-piece mahogany neck features a thin U contour and roasted jatoba fingerboard with black binding, paired with 24 extra-jumbo frets across a 24.75" scale length and 350mm fingerboard radius. This setup delivers fast, fluid fretboard access and consistent playability from open strings through the highest positions.
Tone & Electronics
A single ESP LH-150B humbucking pickup with antique nickel cover provides warm, punchy tone with excellent sustain and clarity. The passive circuit includes a master volume control with a push-pull coil-splitting function, expanding tonal range from full humbucker thickness to single-coil snap without switching guitars.
Key Features
- Mahogany body with single-cutaway design and set-neck construction
- Black Satin finish with multi-binding on body and headstock
- Three-piece mahogany neck with thin U contour
- 24.75" scale length with 24 extra-jumbo frets
- Roasted jatoba fingerboard with black binding and 350mm radius
- ESP LH-150B humbucking pickup with antique nickel cover
- Push-pull volume knob for coil-splitting capability
- Black hardware with LTD TOM bridge and tailpiece
- LTD tuners and molded nut (42mm width)
- Left-handed configuration
- Includes D'Addario XL110 strings (.010–.046)
- Case sold separately
The EC-201 Lefty delivers professional-grade build quality and playability at an accessible price point, making it a reliable workhorse for left-handed players seeking responsive feedback and a tone character that cuts through any mix.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Left handed |
| Country of Manufacture | Indonesia |
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At a Glance
The ESP LTD EC-201 Lefty is a left-handed single-cutaway built for rock, metal, blues, and alternative players who need a responsive instrument that cuts through a mix. The thin U-contour neck and roasted jatoba fingerboard enable fast, fluid lead work, while the mahogany body and set-neck construction deliver warm, punchy tone with excellent sustain and snap via push-pull coil-splitting. At this price point, it offers professional playability and road-ready reliability for intermediate to advanced left-handed players.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Rock
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Blues
- ✓ Alternative
Not the best pick for
- – Jazz
- – Folk
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this guitar suitable for beginners or metal/rock players just starting out?
The EC-201 Lefty is rated for intermediate, advanced, and professional players. While not recommended for complete beginners, it's an excellent choice for left-handed players with some foundational playing experience moving into rock, metal, blues, or alternative styles.
What is the coil-splitting feature and how does it affect tone?
The push-pull volume knob activates coil-splitting, allowing you to switch from the full humbucking voice (warm, thick, punchy) to a single-coil snap without switching guitars. This expands your tonal range within one instrument.
What is the neck profile and how does it feel for fast playing?
The neck features a thin U contour with a roasted jatoba fingerboard, 24 extra-jumbo frets, and a 350mm radius that deliver fast, fluid fretboard access and consistent playability from open strings through the highest positions, making it ideal for lead work.
What strings and case are included?
The guitar ships with D'Addario XL110 strings (.010–.046 gauge). A case is sold separately.
How does this compare to a Gibson Les Paul or Epiphone Les Paul?
The EC-201 Lefty offers professional-grade build quality and set-neck construction similar to those models at a more accessible price point, with the added modern convenience of coil-splitting and a thinner, faster U-contour neck suited to contemporary rock and metal playing.
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