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ESP LTD EC-01 Electric Guitar Black

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ESP LTD EC-01 Electric Guitar BlackCharcoal Burst Satin

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ESP LTD EC-01 Electric Guitar BlackBlack

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ESP LTD EC-01 Electric Guitar BlackOlympic White

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ESP LTD EC-01 Electric Guitar BlackVintage Burst

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Overview

Experience the perfect blend of classic design and modern performance.

The ESP LTD EC-01 electric guitar is a versatile and stylish instrument that delivers exceptional tone, playability and value. This guitar, featuring a classic single-cutaway design and your choice of a stunning Charcoal Burst, Olympic White, Black or Vintage Burst satin finish, is perfect for players of all levels and styles. With its resonant mahogany body, fast-playing neck and powerful Seymour Duncan pickup, the EC-01 is ready to inspire your musical creativity.

Mahogany Body and Set-Thru Construction for a Rich, Sustainful Tone

The EC-01 features a mahogany body that delivers a warm, resonant tone with a rich midrange and a focused low end. The set-thru construction enhances the guitar's sustain and resonance, allowing notes to ring out with clarity and definition. This combination of body wood and construction creates a solid foundation for the guitar's versatile sound, making it suitable for everything from blues and jazz to rock and metal.

Seymour Duncan "Custom 14" Humbucker for Powerful Tones with Coil-Splitting

This electric guitar is equipped with an exclusive Seymour Duncan "Custom 14" humbucker in the bridge position, designed to deliver a powerful and versatile sound with exceptional clarity and definition. This pickup offers a hot output and a punchy midrange, making it ideal for aggressive rhythms and soaring leads. The push-pull control on the volume knob allows you to split the humbucker into a single-coil, expanding the guitar's tonal versatility even further.

Macassar Ebony Fingerboard and Thin U Neck Profile for Effortless Playability

The EC-01 features a Macassar ebony fingerboard that's known for its smooth feel and fast response. This premium fingerboard material adds a touch of "snap" to the attack, enhancing the guitar's overall clarity and articulation. The thin U neck profile provides exceptional comfort and speed, allowing for effortless transitions across the fretboard. With its 22 extra-jumbo stainless-steel frets and a TonePros TOM bridge with string-thru-body design, this guitar is built for both speed and precision.

Premium Features With Four Great Finishes to Choose From

The ESP LTD EC-01 is adorned with premium features that enhance its performance and aesthetics. The black hardware complements the guitar's sleek design, while the LTD locking tuners ensure smooth and precise tuning. The guitar's finishes offer a striking visual statements that are sure to turn heads on stage. With its combination of exceptional tone, versatile electronics and comfortable playability, the EC-01 is a true performer's instrument.

Features

Mahogany body with set-thru construction
Seymour Duncan "Custom 14" humbucker with push-pull coil splitting
Macassar ebony fingerboard with 24 extra-jumbo stainless steel frets
TonePros TOM bridge with string-thru-body design
24.75" scale length
Thin U neck profile
Black hardware
Your choice of Charcoal Satin, Olympic White, Vintage Burst or Black finish
Includes ESP hardshell
Designed for a wide range of playing styles

Unleash your inner rock star with the ESP LTD EC-01 electric guitar. Shop now and experience the difference.

Specs

LTD EC-01 Electric Guitar Specifications:

Body

Body Shape: Single cutaway
Body Material: Mahogany
Body Finish: Satin (Charcoal Burst)

Neck

Neck Joint: Set-thru
Neck Material: 3-piece mahogany
Neck Shape: Thin U
Fingerboard: Macassar Ebony
Number of Frets: 22
Fret Size: Extra-jumbo stainless steel
Scale Length: 24.75"

Electronics

Configuration: H
Bridge Pickup: Seymour Duncan "Custom 14"
Controls: Volume (push-pull)
Switching: N/A

Hardware

Bridge: TonePros TOM bridge with string-thru-body
Tuning Machines: LTD Locking
Hardware Color: Black

Other

Number of Strings: 6
Case: Sold separately
Orientation: Right handed

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