ESP LTD EC-256 QM Black Cherry SB
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LTD EC-256 QM Black Cherry SB
Product Info
Article Number:
584442
Brand:
ESP
Model:
LTD EC-256 QM Black Cherry SB
Category:
Single Cut Guitars
Price:
$658.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The EC-256 QM is a seriously solid instrument for the money. The combination of mahogany and quilted maple gives you a beautiful look and a warm, powerful tone that’s great for rock, blues, and even some heavier styles. This is a fantastic choice for players looking for a quality instrument without breaking the bank – especially those appreciating a comfortable neck profile.
Product Description
- ESP LTD EC-256 QM Black Cherry SB
- Electric Guitar
- Body: Mahogany
- Top: Quilted maple
- 3-Piece set-in neck: Mahogany
- Fingerboard: Roasted jatoba
- Fingerboard radius: 350 mm
- Nut width: 42 mm
- Die-cast nut
- Neck profile: Thin U
- 22 XJ frets
- Pickups: 1 ESP LH-150N humbucker (neck) and 1 ESP LH-150B humbucker (bridge)
- 2 Volume controls (bridge and neck)
- 1 Tone control with push/pull function
- 1 Toggle switch
- TOM bridge and tailpiece
- LTD machine heads
- Black hardware
- Strings: Daddario YB-XL110
- Colour: See Thru Black Cherry Sunburst
PROS
- • Mahogany body delivers warm, resonant sustain and a pleasing low-end.
- • Roasted jatoba fingerboard offers stability and a smooth, fast playing experience.
- • Thin 'U' neck profile is comfortable for a wide range of playing styles.
- • LH-150 pickups provide a surprisingly versatile range, from clean to crunchy.
CONS
- • Mahogany body can make it feel a bit weighty, especially for smaller players.
- • The push/pull tone control can feel somewhat limiting in its functionality.
- • Hardware, while functional, isn't quite as premium as higher-end LTD models.
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Mahogany with Quilted Maple Top
Neck Material
Mahogany (3-piece)
Fingerboard
Roasted Jatoba
Pickups
ESP LH-150N & LH-150B Humbuckers
Scale Length
25.5 in
Frets
22 XJ
Bridge
TOM Bridge and Tailpiece
Weight
Approximately 8.5 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
The LH-150s are a bit more mid-focused and less aggressive than the 700T/701T, offering a smoother, more vintage-inspired tone – still plenty of bite, just less modern high-end sizzle.
Absolutely; roasted jatoba is dimensionally stable and resists humidity changes better, resulting in a consistently fast and reliable playing surface over time.
While mahogany *can* feedback, the quilted maple top and the overall construction of this model help mitigate that issue, especially at moderate volumes. It's manageable, but high-gain players should be mindful of amp placement.
