Your Gateway to 8-string Fury
The ESP LTD EC-258 8-string electric guitar offers you an accessible entryway into the realm of extended-range guitars. Its 3-piece mahogany neck with a Thin U profile provides a fantastic foundation for technical fretwork, further enhanced by the easy playability of its extra-jumbo frets. A pair of ESP-designed LH-308 humbucking pickups is optimized for the EC-258's extended range, delivering clear, articulate tone even when you're chugging on that low F#. Complete with individual Volume controls for each pickup, a Tone control, and 3-way switching, the ESP LTD EC-258 will exceed your expectations with its brutal low-tuned tones and high-performance build.
Note: This is a Dent and Scratch model, which means we have inspected the instrument for structural issues, but there could be minor cosmetic flaws present that do not affect playability. Please contact your Sweetwater Sales Engineer if you have any questions.
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Extended range means more creative potential
From acclaimed metal artists like Meshuggah to modern innovators like Animals as Leaders, countless guitarists reach for extended-range guitars, like the ESP LTD EC-258, to deliver punishing guitar tones. Plus, while the EC-258 is a natural choice for down-tuned riffing, you'll find that eight strings give you an amazing range of clean chord voicings and potential for extended harmony lines.
ESP's Eclipse body style blends classic looks with modern performance
Nothing screams hard rock like ESP's timeless Eclipse body style. The extra mass of this single-cutaway design gives the LTD EC-258 epic sustain, while its slightly arched top provides comfortable hand positioning, no matter your picking style. Add to that a super-sharp cutaway, which gives you access to the LTD EC-258's upper frets, and you're ready to rock.
Set-neck construction delivers sustain and articulation
The set-in mahogany neck on the ESP LTD EC-258 provides a more solid connection to the body than a bolt-on neck. That means better vibrational transfer from the neck to the body, resulting in faster attack and longer sustain. Plug in the LTD EC-258, turn your amplifier up, and see why so many of Sweetwater's metalheads choose ESP LTD as their go-to brand.
ESP LTD EC-258 Features:
- Classic-looking 8-string guitar with exceptional sustain and aggressive tone
- Mahogany body is loaded with warmth and resonance
- 3-piece mahogany neck with smooth-playing roasted jatoba fretboard
- Dual ESP humbucking pickups yield a clear, articulate response optimized for lower tunings
- TOM bridge/tailpiece for dependable tuning stability and intonation
- Set-neck construction ensures long-lasting sustain and excellent articulation
- Eye-grabbing satin finish and attractive black hardware
Note: This is a Dent and Scratch model, which means we have inspected the instrument for structural issues, but there could be minor cosmetic flaws present that do not affect playability. Please contact your Sweetwater Sales Engineer if you have any questions.
