ESP LTD EC-256/SW guitar
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- SKU
- LEC256SW
- Color
- White
. Description
Sound & Tone
The mahogany body and set-neck mahogany construction give the EC-256 a warm, thick midrange with long sustain, while the 24.75" scale adds a slightly slinky feel and rounded low end. The ESP Designed LH-150 humbuckers stay balanced and articulate, with enough output and clarity for driving rhythm work and singing leads, and the TOM bridge and tailpiece keep notes resonant and stable. Pulling up on the tone knob splits the coils for thinner, brighter voices suited to cleaner rhythm parts, making the guitar workable across rock, hard rock and metal as well as blues-leaning and lighter passages.
ESP LTD EC-256 Electric Guitar Snow White
The EC-256 in Snow White delivers a smooth, fast neck that invites fluid lead work and comfortable playing across all positions. The thin U-shaped mahogany neck with set-neck construction creates a responsive platform for both delicate fingerpicking and aggressive strumming. This instrument combines playability, tonal character, and professional aesthetics at an accessible price point.
Playability & Feel
A 24.75" scale paired with a 42mm nut width and 350mm fingerboard radius creates a balanced, fast-playing neck that suits lead work and rhythm equally well. The thin U-shaped mahogany neck with set-neck construction delivers responsive articulation and excellent sustain, while the Jatoba fingerboard with 22 extra-jumbo frets provides a modern playing surface with clear flag inlay markers.
Tone & Electronics
ESP Designed LH-150 pickups in both neck and bridge positions deliver balanced, articulate tones across the frequency spectrum with excellent clarity. The push-pull switch on the tone knob engages coil-splitting for extended tonal versatility, while passive electronics and a TOM bridge with tailpiece ensure natural resonance and stable tuning through demanding gigs.
Key Features
- Mahogany body with three-piece thin U-shaped mahogany neck and set-neck construction
- Snow White finish with gloss coat and multiple binding on body and headstock
- 24.75" scale length
- Jatoba fingerboard with flag inlays and 22 extra-jumbo frets
- Fingerboard radius: 350mm; Nut width: 42mm
- Thin U neck contour
- ESP Designed LH-150 pickups (neck and bridge)
- Push-pull coil-split switch on tone knob
- Passive electronics with TOM bridge and tailpiece
- Black hardware with LTD tuners
- Right-handed orientation
The EC-256 combines a proven platform of responsive playability, versatile electronics, and striking aesthetics in a reliable workhorse built to handle the stage night after night.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
| Neck Construction | Set-Neck |
| Country of Manufacture | Indonesia |
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Specifications
| Body Style | Semi-Hollow Body |
|---|---|
| Scale Length | 24.75" Scale |
| Frets | 22 Frets |
| Fretboard | Rosewood |
| Neck Wood | Mahogany |
| Neck Construction | Set-Neck |
| Pickups | HH |
| Bridge | Tune-O-Matic / Stopbar |
| Strings | 6 |
| Orientation | Right handed |
| Model Year | 2017 |
| Made In | Indonesia |
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Rock
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Hard Rock
- ✓ Progressive
- ✓ Blues
Not the best pick for
- – Folk
- – Country
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced
Frequently Asked Questions
What skill level is this guitar suited for?
The EC-256 is built for intermediate to advanced players. The thin U-shaped neck, 350mm fingerboard radius, and 24.75-inch scale deliver a fast, responsive platform that rewards technical lead work and fluid playing across all positions.
What genres and playing styles does this guitar handle best?
This guitar excels in rock, blues, hard rock, and lead-focused playing. The balanced, articulate pickups and natural resonance work well across these genres, though it is not designed for jazz or folk styles.
How does the coil-split function work, and what does it do?
The push-pull switch on the tone knob engages coil-splitting in both the neck and bridge pickups, allowing you to shift from full humbucker output to single-coil tones for extended tonal versatility without changing pickups.
What kind of neck construction does it have, and why does that matter?
The EC-256 features a set-neck construction—the neck is glued permanently into the body—which creates a direct connection that enhances responsive articulation, excellent sustain, and long-term stability compared to bolt-on designs.
How does this compare to a Gibson Les Paul Special or Schecter C-1?
The EC-256 delivers the same single-cut platform and tonal character as those models but at a more accessible price point. You get the same set-neck responsiveness, balanced pickup articulation, and stage reliability in a lighter, faster-playing package.
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