--- product_id: 80935367 title: "ESP LTD EC-258 Black Satin - Single Cut Electric Guitar" brand: "esp guitars" price: "€ 1739.63" currency: EUR in_stock: true reviews_count: 5 category: "Esp Guitars" url: https://www.desertcart.at/products/80935367-esp-ltd-ec-258-black-satin-single-cut-electric-guitar store_origin: AT region: Austria --- # mahogany body & neck 8-string extended range coil-splitting pickups ESP LTD EC-258 Black Satin - Single Cut Electric Guitar **Brand:** esp guitars **Price:** € 1739.63 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🎸 Own the low-end throne with the ESP LTD EC-258 — where power meets precision. ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** ESP LTD EC-258 Black Satin - Single Cut Electric Guitar by esp guitars - **How much does it cost?** € 1739.63 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.at](https://www.desertcart.at/products/80935367-esp-ltd-ec-258-black-satin-single-cut-electric-guitar) ## Best For - esp guitars enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted esp guitars brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Stable Hardtail Bridge:** Stay in tune and maintain perfect intonation with a reliable hardtail Tune-O-Matic bridge built for serious playability. - • **Dive Deep with 8 Strings:** Explore modern low-end tones with an extended 8-string range that sets you apart from the crowd. - • **Roasted Jatoba Fingerboard:** Glide effortlessly over 22 extra-jumbo frets on a smooth, roasted jatoba fingerboard designed for precision and speed. - • **Premium Mahogany Craftsmanship:** Experience rich resonance and durability with a solid mahogany body and three-piece neck for ultimate comfort and tone. - • **Versatile Coil-Splitting Pickups:** Switch tonal modes on the fly with ESP-designed pickups featuring coil-splitting for dynamic sound shaping. ## Overview The ESP LTD EC-258 Black Satin is a professional-grade 8-string electric guitar featuring a solid mahogany body and neck, a roasted jatoba fingerboard with 22 extra-jumbo frets, and versatile ESP-designed coil-splitting pickups. Its hardtail Tune-O-Matic bridge ensures tuning stability, making it an affordable yet high-performance instrument tailored for modern extended-range players seeking rich tone and exceptional playability. ## Description Buy ESP LTD EC-258 Black Satin - Single Cut Electric Guitar. Free delivery and returns on eligible orders. Review: I like the guitar. Have to get heaviest strings for the bottom 2 so it can sound like music and not just buzzing. The guitar was really well wrapped up but the headstock was not. I found the chip in the box. Review: This is seriously an awesome guitar, not just for the price but in general. Right out of the box I switched the strings to Ernie Ball Skinny Top Heavy Bottoms (orange pack) and raised the action of the lowest string a touch, and the playability of this axe is insane. The neck is super comfortable and glides really well despite being wider than most, and I love the massive frets. It also stays in tune with little to no issue (much better than my Jackson 7 string), and I play it in drop E for hours at a time. I do wish the pickups were a little clearer but it's nothing I haven't been able to work out in my simulator. I'll probably change them out eventually but honestly they aren't cheap sounding or overly muddy, I just want a particular sound. I've run this guitar through multiple sims from clean to grimy to djent and it really sounds amazing in all cases! The coil splitting is also a pretty cool feature if you're into that. I really can't stress enough how playable this guitar is. It's may look and sound like a beast, but it plays like a dream. The set neck really gives it a high-end feel, and the inlays also add a great aesthetic and look amazing in person. The weight distribution isn't bad at all either. Obviously the body is a little chonky but it doesn't ruin the balance with a strap. I Unfortunately I don't have a good video, but the pictures you see of this guitar on the internet just don't do it justice at all. The striping around the body and head are one of my favorite visual touches on the guitar, and it really pops against the satin black finish. When it comes to "bang for your buck", the EC-258 is a heavyweight and I highly recommend it. It's insane that ESP has hardly marketed this guitar at all. Pretty much all sources of information regarding it are from independent buyers like myself and people on YouTube. I hope to post a solid review in the new few weeks to show some of the details no one ever really mentions. Huge shoutout to GearTree for shipping it out so fast! I was nervous about having a guitar shipped but it arrived in perfect condition and was on my porch in 4 days. I'm extremely happy with this axe and I'm glad you had it available and were able to supply it in such a timely manner. If you're curious about 8 strings and want to get something that is relatively affordable and still a quality instrument, I highly recommend the ESP LTD EC-258. If ESP went with a set of active factory pickups, I could easily see this being a $1000 guitar. ## Features - A great extended range guitar that doesn't have to cost an arm and a leg - Affordable for just about any musician, and allow you to explore the depths of lower pitches for today's modern sounds - Feature excellent ESP Designed pickups, a comfortable mahogany body, and a three-piece mahogany necks - Also features a roasted jatoba fingerboard with 22 extra-jumbo frets, and offers a hardtail design ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B07BGJBCVB | | Back Material Type | Mahogany Wood | | Body Material Type | Mahogany | | Brand Name | ESP GUITARS | | Colour | Black | | Customer Reviews | 4.1 4.1 out of 5 stars (23) | | Fretboard Material Type | Mahogany Wood | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00799493261592 | | Guitar Bridge System | Tune-O-Matic | | Guitar Pickup Configuration | H | | Hand Orientation | Right | | Item Dimensions | 109.2 x 10.2 x 45.7 centimetres | | Item Dimensions L x W x H | 109.2L x 10.2W x 45.7H centimetres | | Item Type Name | Solid-Body Electric Guitar | | Manufacturer | ESP Guitars | | Manufacturer Part Number | 314794 | | Material Type | Stainless Steel | | Model Name | LTD EC-258 | | Model Number | LEC258BLKS | | Neck Material Type | Mahogany | | Number of Strings | 8 | | Scale Length | 26.5 | | String Material Type | Nickel | | String Nut Width | 2.13 Inches | | Top Material Type | Mahogany Wood | | UPC | 799493261592 | ## Product Details - **Back material type:** Mahogany Wood - **Body material:** Mahogany - **Brand:** ESP GUITARS - **Colour:** Black - **Fretboard material type:** Mahogany Wood - **Guitar pick-up configuration:** H - **Hand orientation:** Right - **Neck material type:** Mahogany - **String material type:** Nickel - **Top material type:** Mahogany Wood ## Images ![ESP LTD EC-258 Black Satin - Single Cut Electric Guitar - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61o09u4wsQL.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: Should I get this as my first guitar? if I have light experiance** A: Yes If you are looking for an 8 string. If you are a beginner Go with a 6 string of this same model We have them ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review *by A***N on 25 January 2022* I like the guitar. Have to get heaviest strings for the bottom 2 so it can sound like music and not just buzzing. The guitar was really well wrapped up but the headstock was not. I found the chip in the box. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review *by P***P on 4 June 2023* This is seriously an awesome guitar, not just for the price but in general. Right out of the box I switched the strings to Ernie Ball Skinny Top Heavy Bottoms (orange pack) and raised the action of the lowest string a touch, and the playability of this axe is insane. The neck is super comfortable and glides really well despite being wider than most, and I love the massive frets. It also stays in tune with little to no issue (much better than my Jackson 7 string), and I play it in drop E for hours at a time. I do wish the pickups were a little clearer but it's nothing I haven't been able to work out in my simulator. I'll probably change them out eventually but honestly they aren't cheap sounding or overly muddy, I just want a particular sound. I've run this guitar through multiple sims from clean to grimy to djent and it really sounds amazing in all cases! The coil splitting is also a pretty cool feature if you're into that. I really can't stress enough how playable this guitar is. It's may look and sound like a beast, but it plays like a dream. The set neck really gives it a high-end feel, and the inlays also add a great aesthetic and look amazing in person. The weight distribution isn't bad at all either. Obviously the body is a little chonky but it doesn't ruin the balance with a strap. I Unfortunately I don't have a good video, but the pictures you see of this guitar on the internet just don't do it justice at all. The striping around the body and head are one of my favorite visual touches on the guitar, and it really pops against the satin black finish. When it comes to "bang for your buck", the EC-258 is a heavyweight and I highly recommend it. It's insane that ESP has hardly marketed this guitar at all. Pretty much all sources of information regarding it are from independent buyers like myself and people on YouTube. I hope to post a solid review in the new few weeks to show some of the details no one ever really mentions. Huge shoutout to GearTree for shipping it out so fast! I was nervous about having a guitar shipped but it arrived in perfect condition and was on my porch in 4 days. I'm extremely happy with this axe and I'm glad you had it available and were able to supply it in such a timely manner. If you're curious about 8 strings and want to get something that is relatively affordable and still a quality instrument, I highly recommend the ESP LTD EC-258. If ESP went with a set of active factory pickups, I could easily see this being a $1000 guitar. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review *by B***Y on 6 May 2021* If you're making the jump from a standard 6 string to this, I highly recommend starting by going to a 7 string first because the fretboard will throw you off with it's thickness due to the extra 2 lower strings. Working your way up to an 8 rather than diving right in will help you appreciate this kind of guitar more & will definitely help you progress as a guitar player. The tone of this guitar is amazing though. ## Frequently Bought Together - ESP LTD EC-258 8-String Electric Guitar, Black Satin - Ernie Ball Polypro Guitar Strap, White (P04036) - Fender Professional Series Instrument Cable, Guitar Cable, Guitar Accessories, Straight/Straight, Black, 18.6ft --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.at/products/80935367-esp-ltd-ec-258-black-satin-single-cut-electric-guitar](https://www.desertcart.at/products/80935367-esp-ltd-ec-258-black-satin-single-cut-electric-guitar) --- *Product available on Desertcart Austria* *Store origin: AT* *Last updated: 2026-04-22*