ESP LTD EC-2025 50th Anniversary Guitar Metallic Gold with Case Open B
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- Open box from our own stock: unboxed, inspected and set up by our techs
- Otherwise new and unplayed, original packaging and factory accessories
- Covered by our 30-day money-back return policy
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- SKU
- LEC2025MGO-U
- Color
- Gold
. Description
Sound & Tone
The mahogany body with maple cap and set-thru construction give this single-cut a thick, sustaining midrange with a bit of added snap on top, while the macassar ebony fretboard and 24.75" scale keep note attack tight and warm rather than brittle. The Seymour Duncan Alnico II Pro in the neck leans smooth and vocal for bluesy leads and warm cleans, and the high-output Custom 14 at the bridge pushes into aggressive, cutting high-gain territory for hard rock and metal rhythm work. Coil-splitting via the push/pull tone opens up thinner, more single-coil-like voices for cleaner passages, and the 24 extra-jumbo frets with a thin neck profile support fast lead playing across the full range.
ESP LTD EC-2025 50th Anniversary Guitar Metallic Gold
Includes the ESP form-fit hard case. This model ships with its own hardshell case - no need to add one.
The EC-2025 50th Anniversary delivers a thin, fast-playing neck profile paired with a set-thru body construction that yields excellent sustain and upper-fret access. Its striking Metallic Gold finish with black hardware immediately distinguishes this limited-edition instrument, while the premium mahogany body with maple cap and macassar ebony fretboard provide both visual appeal and sonic warmth. Built to celebrate ESP's five decades of excellence, this commemorative model combines heritage craftsmanship with professional-grade hardware and electronics.
Playability & Feel
The 3-piece mahogany neck features a thin "U" contour that facilitates fast, comfortable performance across the fretboard. 24 extra-jumbo stainless steel frets on a 350 mm radius macassar ebony fingerboard deliver smooth playability and enhanced durability, while the 24.75" scale and 42 mm nut width provide familiar ergonomics for players accustomed to traditional Les Paul-style instruments. Set-thru construction ensures the neck extends into the body cavity, maximizing resonance and access to all registers.
Tone & Electronics
The pairing of a Seymour Duncan Alnico II Pro neck pickup with an ESP-exclusive Seymour Duncan Custom 14 bridge pickup covers a wide tonal spectrum from warm, articulate clean sounds to aggressive high-gain tones. A push/pull tone control engages coil-splitting for single-coil character, expanding sonic flexibility, while LTD locking tuners and a TonePros locking TOM bridge and tailpiece guarantee rock-solid tuning stability across aggressive playing and extended sessions.
Key Features
- Limited to 500 pieces worldwide
- Metallic Gold finish with black single-ply binding
- Mahogany body with maple cap
- Set-thru neck construction
- 3-piece mahogany neck with thin "U" contour
- Macassar ebony fingerboard, 350 mm radius
- 24 extra-jumbo stainless steel frets
- 24.75" scale, 42 mm nut width
- Seymour Duncan Alnico II Pro (neck) and Custom 14 (bridge) pickups
- Volume | Volume | Tone (push/pull) | toggle switch electronics layout
- LTD locking tuners with TonePros locking TOM bridge and tailpiece
- Includes D'Addario XL110-6 strings
A serious instrument for gigging musicians and collectors alike, this 50th Anniversary edition delivers professional-grade construction with the reliability and tonal range needed across clean, crunch, and extreme gain applications on any stage.
Open Box - our own stock. This unit was unboxed, inspected and set up by our techs in Temecula; it is otherwise new and unplayed and ships in the original packaging with all factory accessories. Sold as open box at a reduced price. Covered by our 30-day money-back return policy, including any problem on arrival.
More Information
| Condition | Used |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
| Country of Manufacture | South Korea |
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About this open-box unit
| Condition | Open box - from our own stock, sold at a reduced price |
|---|---|
| Price vs new | $300 under the new unit ($1,499) |
| Includes | Original packaging and all factory accessories |
| Returns | 30-day money-back return policy |
Prefer a brand-new one? ESP LTD EC-2025 50th Anniversary Guitar Metallic Gold with Case is in the catalog at $1,499.
Specifications
| Body Style | Single Cutaway |
|---|---|
| Scale Length | 24.75" Scale |
| Frets | 24 Frets |
| Fretboard | Ebony |
| Neck Wood | Mahogany |
| Bridge | Fixed |
| Strings | 6 |
| Orientation | Right handed |
| Model Year | 2025 |
| Made In | South Korea |
Who This Is For
| Best suited for | Hard Rock, Metal, Progressive, Studio Sessions, Gigging |
|---|---|
| Tonal character | Warm articulate cleans, aggressive high-gain, excellent sustain, tight midrange, smooth fretboard feel |
| Less specialized for | Folk, Jazz, Country (it will do it; instruments voiced for that style do it more easily) |
| Skill level | Intermediate / Advanced / Professional |
Frequently Asked Questions
What does open box mean for this guitar?
Open box means this unit was unboxed, inspected, and professionally set up by technicians but has never been played; it ships in original packaging with all factory accessories and is covered by a 30-day money-back return policy.
Is this guitar suitable for metal and high-gain playing?
Yes. The Seymour Duncan Custom 14 bridge pickup and tight midrange tone profile are voiced for aggressive high-gain applications, and the set-thru neck construction and locking hardware provide the sustain and tuning stability metal and hard rock demand.
How does the neck feel compared to a Les Paul?
The EC-2025 features a thinner, faster-playing "U" contour than traditional Les Pauls, while retaining the familiar 24.75" scale and 42 mm nut width; the 24 extra-jumbo stainless steel frets on a 350 mm radius macassar ebony board enhance durability and smooth playability across the fretboard.
What pickups are installed and can they be split?
The guitar ships with a Seymour Duncan Alnico II Pro neck pickup and an ESP-exclusive Seymour Duncan Custom 14 bridge pickup; a push/pull tone control engages coil-splitting for single-coil character and expanded sonic range.
How limited is this 50th Anniversary edition?
Production is limited to 500 pieces worldwide, making this a collector's piece alongside a professional-grade gigging and recording instrument.
Do I pay sales tax on this order?
Sales tax is collected only on orders shipped to California; orders shipped to any other US state are not charged sales tax at checkout when you buy direct from our website. At a typical 7% rate that is an estimated $84 less at checkout than the same listed price on a marketplace, which collects sales tax as the facilitator in most states. Buyers remain responsible for any use tax their state applies. Free US shipping and 30-day returns are included.
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