ESP EC-256 Silver Sunburst TD
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EC-256 Silver Sunburst TD
Product Info
Article Number:
608795
Brand:
ESP
Model:
EC-256 Silver Sunburst TD
Category:
Single Cut Guitars
Price:
$636.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This EC-256 is a seriously well-built guitar for the money. The mahogany construction gives it a rich, warm voice that’s great for classic rock, blues, and even some mellow metal. It's a fantastic option for players looking for a quality instrument with a comfortable neck and a versatile pickup configuration without breaking the bank.
Product Description
- ESP EC-256 Silver Sunburst TD
- Electric Guitar
- Body: Mahogany
- Neck: Set-in 3-ply mahogany
- Fingerboard: Rosewood
- Neck profile: Thin U
- Fingerboard radius: 350 mm
- Scale: 629 mm (24.75")
- Nut width: 42 mm
- 22 XJ frets
- Pickup: 2 ESP LH-150B Humbucker (neck and bridge)
- 2 Volume controls
- 1 Tone control with push/pull function for coil split
- Toggle switch
- TOM bridge and tailpiece
- Black hardware
- LTD machine heads
- Strings: DAddario XL110
- Colour: Silver Sunburst
PROS
- • Mahogany body delivers warm, resonant tones with excellent sustain.
- • Thin 'U' neck profile offers comfortable playability for various hand sizes.
- • LH-150 humbuckers provide a surprisingly articulate and powerful output.
- • Coil-split functionality expands tonal versatility, covering blues to rock.
CONS
- • Mahogany body can make it feel a bit heavier than lighter guitars.
- • Rosewood fingerboard might feel a little dry to some players – conditioning recommended.
- • While versatile, the pickups lean towards a rock/blues vibe; lacks extreme high-gain clarity.
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Key Features
Body Material
Mahogany
Neck Material
3-ply Mahogany
Fingerboard
Rosewood
Pickups
2 x ESP LH-150B Humbuckers
Scale Length
629 mm (24.75")
Frets
22 XJ Frets
Bridge
TOM Bridge and Tailpiece
Weight
Approximately 8.5 lbs (3.9 kg)
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Frequently Asked Questions
LTD hardware is ESP’s budget-friendly line, still offering reliable performance, but with slightly simpler designs and potentially less refined finishes.
The shorter scale contributes to a rounder tone and easier bending, but it will feel slightly different – some players adapt quickly, others might prefer a longer scale.
The coil-split provides a usable single-coil tone, adding brightness and clarity, though it's not a true single-coil sound – it's a good option for cleaner rhythms.
