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ESP LTD EC-256 Guitar in Black Finish B-Stock vs ESP LTD EC-256 Lefty Guitar Candy Apple Red Satin B-Stock
The EC-256 (standard) is a right-handed instrument with single-coil pickups suited for classic rock and metal versatility, while the EC-256 Lefty is built for left-handed players with humbucker pickups offering warmer, more compressed tones and coil-splitting capability. Choose the standard EC-256 if you're right-handed and want articulate, punchy lead tones; pick the Lefty if you play left-handed and prefer thicker, more saturated rhythm and lead character.
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ESP LTD EC-256 Guitar in Black Finish B-Stock
ESP LTD EC-256 Lefty Guitar Candy Apple Red Satin B-Stock
Specs side by side
| ESP LTD EC-256 Guitar in Black Finish B-Stock | ESP LTD EC-256 Lefty Guitar Candy Apple Red Satin B-Stock | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $479.20 | $479.20 |
| Brand | ESP LTD | ESP LTD |
| Series | LTD EC | LTD EC |
| Body | Single Cutaway | Single Cutaway |
| Body Type | Solid | Solid |
| Scale | 24.75" Scale | 24.75" Scale |
| Strings | 6 | 6 |
| Frets | 22 Frets | 22 Frets |
| Fretboard | Rosewood | Jatoba |
| Neck | Mahogany | Mahogany |
| Pickup Configuration | HH | HH |
| Bridge | Fixed | Fixed |
| Year | 2020 | 2023 |
| Condition | Refurbished | Refurbished |
Why choose ESP LTD EC-256 Guitar in Black Finish B-Stock
- ✓ Single-coil ESP LH-150 pickups deliver articulate, punchy leads ideal for rock and metal
- ✓ Independent volume controls for each pickup plus master tone with push-pull provide intuitive tonal flexibility
- ✓ Right-handed configuration for the majority of players
- ✓ B-stock pricing reduces cost
Why choose ESP LTD EC-256 Lefty Guitar Candy Apple Red Satin B-Stock
- ✓ Left-handed orientation eliminates need for a costly custom restring or search for specialty lefty stock
- ✓ Humbucker ESP LH-150 pickups produce warmer, more compressed rhythms and robust output
- ✓ Coil-splitting via push/pull tone pot expands tonal range beyond standard humbuckers
- ✓ Extra-jumbo frets provide slightly more playing surface and comfort for intricate fretwork
Frequently asked questions
What's the pickup difference and how does it affect tone?
The standard EC-256 uses single-coil LH-150 pickups that deliver clear, articulate output with pronounced treble and definition—ideal for bright leads and dynamics. The Lefty uses humbucker LH-150 pickups that produce warmer, thicker tones with more output and natural compression, better for sustained rhythm work and blues-influenced playing.
Which guitar is better for jazz and blues?
The EC-256 Lefty is explicitly noted as suitable for jazz and blues thanks to its humbucker warmth and coil-splitting versatility. The standard EC-256 is listed as not ideal for jazz, as its single-coils skew toward rock and metal brightness.
Are there fret size differences?
The standard EC-256 has 22 XJ frets (standard jumbo), while the Lefty has 22 extra-jumbo frets, providing slightly more surface area and a marginally different tactile feel for players who prefer larger fret crowns.
How do the control layouts differ?
The standard EC-256 offers independent volume controls for each pickup plus a master tone with push-pull, giving per-pickup volume blending. The Lefty uses a volume/volume/tone/toggle layout with a push-pull tone pot for coil-splitting, a more traditional humbucker control scheme.