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ESP LTD B-205DX RED BURST guitar vs ESP LTD EC-256 Lefty Guitar Vintage Gold Satin
The B-205DX is a 5-string active bass guitar built for funk, rock, and metal with punchy lows and EQ shaping, while the EC-256 Lefty is a left-handed 6-string passive electric guitar designed for rock, blues, and jazz with warm sustain and coil-splitting versatility. Choose the B-205DX if you play bass and need active electronics; choose the EC-256 Lefty if you're a left-handed guitarist seeking traditional single-cutaway tone.
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ESP LTD EC-256 Lefty Guitar Vintage Gold Satin
Specs side by side
| ESP LTD B-205DX RED BURST guitar | ESP LTD EC-256 Lefty Guitar Vintage Gold Satin | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $599.00 | $599.00 |
| Brand | ESP LTD | ESP LTD |
| Series | — | LTD EC |
| Body | — | Single Cutaway |
| Body Type | — | Solid |
| Scale | 34" Scale | 24.75" Scale |
| Strings | 5 | 6 |
| Frets | 24 Frets | 22 Frets |
| Fretboard | Rosewood | Jatoba |
| Neck | Maple | Mahogany |
| Neck Construction | Bolt-On | — |
| Pickup Configuration | — | HH |
| Bridge | — | Fixed |
| Year | Unknown | 2023 |
| Condition | New | New |
Why choose ESP LTD B-205DX RED BURST guitar
- ✓ 5-string bass with active tone-shaping electronics for studio and live versatility
- ✓ 34-inch scale and thin U-neck accommodate both standard and extended bass techniques
- ✓ Punchy low end and articulate highs ideal for funk, rock, and metal applications
- ✓ 24 extra-jumbo frets with extended upper-register access
Why choose ESP LTD EC-256 Lefty Guitar Vintage Gold Satin
- ✓ Left-handed configuration with fast-playing thin U-shaped mahogany neck
- ✓ Set-neck construction delivers excellent sustain and resonance for expressive playing
- ✓ Push-pull coil-splitting on tone pot expands sonic palette across rock, blues, and jazz
- ✓ Warm midrange and genre-spanning versatility at mid-tier price point
Frequently asked questions
Are these instruments in the same product category?
No. The B-205DX is a 5-string bass guitar, while the EC-256 Lefty is a 6-string electric guitar. They serve entirely different instruments and players.
What tone differences should I expect?
The B-205DX offers punchy, shaped bass tones via active EQ controls, ideal for rhythmic foundation. The EC-256 Lefty delivers warm, sustain-focused guitar tones with coil-splitting flexibility, suited to lead and rhythm playing across multiple genres.
Which has better playability for fast technique?
Both feature thin U-shaped necks designed for speed. The EC-256 Lefty emphasizes fast fretwork on guitar, while the B-205DX accommodates extended bass techniques across its 5-string range.
Can left-handed players use either instrument?
Only the EC-256 Lefty is configured for left-handed playing. The B-205DX would require a left-handed bass model if you play left-handed.