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ESP LTD EC-256 Guitar Candy Apple Red Satin vs ESP LTD EC-256 Lefty Guitar Candy Apple Red Satin
Both are identical EC-256 models in the same finish and price tier; the only substantive difference is that Product B is left-handed while Product A is right-handed. Choose based on your playing orientation, not tone or features.
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ESP LTD EC-256 Lefty Guitar Candy Apple Red Satin
Specs side by side
| ESP LTD EC-256 Guitar Candy Apple Red Satin | ESP LTD EC-256 Lefty Guitar Candy Apple Red Satin | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $599.00 | $599.00 |
| 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 | Jatoba | Jatoba |
| Neck | Mahogany | Mahogany |
| Pickup Configuration | HH | HH |
| Bridge | Fixed | Fixed |
| Year | 2023 | 2023 |
| Condition | New | New |
Why choose ESP LTD EC-256 Guitar Candy Apple Red Satin
- ✓ Right-handed configuration for the majority of players
- ✓ Set-neck mahogany construction with excellent upper-fret access
- ✓ Versatile dual ESP LH-150 pickups with warm neck and aggressive bridge tone
Why choose ESP LTD EC-256 Lefty Guitar Candy Apple Red Satin
- ✓ Left-handed orientation for left-handed players
- ✓ Identical specs and build quality as the right-handed version
- ✓ Same set-neck mahogany, roasted jatoba fingerboard, and coil-split electronics
Frequently asked questions
Are these two guitars tonally identical?
Yes. Both feature mahogany body and neck, roasted jatoba fingerboard, 24 frets, identical ESP LH-150 pickups, and the same electronics. Tone and playability are matched; only the body orientation differs.
What is the practical difference between these models?
Product A is strung and configured for right-handed players; Product B is strung and configured for left-handed players. If you play left-handed, only Product B will be playable without complete restringing.
Are both suitable for rock, blues, and hard rock?
Yes. Both the EC-256 (right-handed) and EC-256 Lefty are listed as well-suited to rock, blues, and hard rock. The warm mahogany tone and dual humbuckers support these genres equally on either model.
Which skill level does each guitar target?
Product A is listed for intermediate and advanced players. Product B is listed for intermediate, advanced, and professional players, though the actual construction and components are identical and support the same skill progression.