ESP LTD EC-256 FM LD

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ESP LTD EC-256 FM LD

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LTD EC-256 FM LD

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Product Info

Article Number: 282323
Brand: ESP
Model: LTD EC-256 FM LD
Price: $383.90

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The EC-256 FM LD is a seriously solid guitar for the price. It's got that classic, warm mahogany tone, boosted by a beautiful flamed maple top. This is a great option for players looking for a workhorse instrument for rock, hard rock, and metal – especially those on a budget who don't want to compromise on feel or aesthetics.

Product Description

  • ESP LTD EC-256 FM LD
  • Electric Guitar
  • Body: Mahogany
  • Flamed maple top
  • Set-in mahogany neck
  • Jatoba fretboard
  • 22 Jumbo frets
  • Scale: 628 mm
  • Nut width: 42 mm
  • Pickups: 2 ESP LH-150 humbuckers
  • TOM bridge and tailpiece
  • ESP Machine heads
  • Master tone control with push pull coil tap function
  • Colour: Lemon drop
  • Suitable case available under: Article number #172299# (not included)
PROS
  • • Mahogany body provides a warm, resonant foundation for a powerful tone.
  • • Flamed maple top adds visual flair and a touch of brightness.
  • • LH-150 pickups deliver a surprisingly articulate and aggressive high-gain sound.
  • • Set-in neck construction offers excellent sustain and comfortable playability.
CONS
  • • Jatoba fretboard can feel slightly harder than rosewood or ebony.
  • • Lemon drop finish might not appeal to players preferring more subtle aesthetics.
  • • While versatile, it leans towards rock and metal – less suited for clean jazz tones.

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Key Features

Body Material Mahogany with Flamed Maple Top
Neck Material Mahogany
Fingerboard Jatoba
Pickups 2 ESP LH-150 Humbuckers
Scale Length 628 mm (24.75 in)
Frets 22 Jumbo
Bridge Traditional TOM Bridge and Tailpiece
Weight Approximately 4.2 kg (9.3 lbs)

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Frequently Asked Questions

The LH-150s are a good value pickup – punchy and versatile, but lack the nuanced clarity and higher-end sparkle of their more expensive offerings. They’re a great starting point for aggressive tones though.
The neck is a slim taper profile, which is generally comfortable for most hand sizes, but players with very large hands might find it slightly snug. It's not a thick, vintage 'C' shape.
Yes, the coil tap dramatically changes the sound, providing a brighter, single-coil-like tone. It’s useful for rhythm playing and adding some versatility, though the humbucker's inherent warmth is diminished.

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