{"product_id":"edwards-e-lp-98-lts-lemon-drop","title":"Edwards E-LP-98LTS - Lemon Drop","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduced in 2010, this model represents Edwards’ vintage-inspired Les Paul Standard-style lineup under the ESP family. Designed as a player-focused instrument, it combines authentic specifications with excellent practicality — featuring a lightweight body, deep joint construction, genuine Seymour Duncan pickups, and Edwards’ signature lacquer top finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWithin ESP’s extensive lineup, Edwards occupies the space between entry-level and premium-grade instruments. Despite its relatively accessible price point, the series has long been respected by both professional and amateur players for offering specifications and build quality that rival significantly more expensive guitars.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Rise of the “Lemon Drop”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis particular model, the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eE-LP-98LTS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, became especially popular during the 2000s alongside the rise of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKen Yokoyama (Hi-STANDARD)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and his famous Navigator “Honey” Les Paul models.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt the time, the high-end Navigator versions — such as the N-LP-380LTD and N-LP-’97 HONEY KEN — were highly sought after but difficult to obtain due to their pricing and limited production. As a result, this Edwards model gained a strong following as a more accessible alternative produced within the same ESP family, while still retaining key specifications such as a lacquer top finish and genuine Seymour Duncan pickups.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor many guitarists of that era, this became one of the defining Japanese Les Paul-style instruments.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConstruction \u0026amp; Features\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe guitar follows a classic Les Paul-style construction:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaple top with flame maple veneer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMahogany back\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMahogany neck\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRosewood fingerboard\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt also features Edwards’ \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003edeep joint set-neck construction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, a specification that was uncommon in guitars at this price range during the time of release and contributed to improved sustain and upper fret access.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFinished in a thin semi-gloss \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLacquer Taste Finish (LTS)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, the coating allows the natural resonance and texture of the wood to come through clearly, giving the instrument a lively and responsive feel.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeymour Duncan Pickups\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe guitar is equipped with a genuine pair of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeymour Duncan pickups\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNeck:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e SH-1n ’59\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBridge:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e SH-4 JB\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis pickup combination became closely associated with Edwards guitars during the period and remains highly regarded today. Later models eventually transitioned to original pickups due to production costs, making earlier Duncan-equipped examples increasingly desirable.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLightweight \u0026amp; Highly Responsive\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne of the standout features of this particular guitar is its exceptionally light weight of approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3.66kg\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlthough not officially specified in the original catalog, it is likely that some form of weight relief treatment was used during production. The result is a Les Paul-style guitar with excellent resonance, strong midrange clarity, and a fast, responsive attack.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClean and crunch tones remain articulate and open, while higher gain settings retain excellent balance and definition — particularly well suited for punk rock, melodic hardcore, and fast rhythm playing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe guitar shows normal signs of age and use, including:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMinor surface scratches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLight tarnishing on metal hardware\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSmall paint reaction marks on the body\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA highly refined Japanese-made Les Paul-style instrument that balances practicality, tone, and excellent value — especially for players seeking a lightweight and highly playable LP-type guitar.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ESP Japan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49005314146561,"sku":null,"price":1600.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0802\/9185\/6641\/files\/Edwards_Lemon_Drop_-1.png?v=1780214228","url":"https:\/\/blackcraneguitars.com\/products\/edwards-e-lp-98-lts-lemon-drop","provider":"Black Crane","version":"1.0","type":"link"}