Gibson Songwriter EC Custom

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Gibson Songwriter EC Custom

Gibson

Songwriter EC Custom

4.6 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 569779
Brand: Gibson
Model: Songwriter EC Custom
Price: $4,888.40

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This Songwriter EC Custom is a serious player's dreadnought—the rosewood and spruce combo yields a rich, balanced tone with plenty of projection. The LR Baggs pickup system makes it stage-ready, and the slim neck is a joy to play. It's a premium-priced instrument ideal for gigging musicians or discerning home players seeking a refined acoustic experience.

Product Description

  • Gibson Songwriter EC Custom
  • Acoustic Guitar with Pickup
  • Type: Dreadnought with cutaway
  • Top: solid Sitka spruce
  • Scalloped X-bracing
  • Back and sides: solid rosewood
  • Neck: Mahogany
  • Neck profile: Slim Taper
  • Fingerboard: Ebony
  • Scale: 648 mm
  • Nut width: 44 mm
  • 20 Frets
  • Pickup system: LR Baggs Session VTC
  • Gold Grover Rotomatic tuners
  • Colour: Black
  • Includes case
PROS
  • • Solid rosewood back/sides deliver exceptional sustain and warmth.
  • • Sitka spruce top provides clarity and responsiveness across the spectrum.
  • • LR Baggs Session VTC offers studio-quality amplified tone with excellent feedback rejection.
  • • Slim Taper neck profile ensures comfortable playability, even for extended sessions.
CONS
  • • The solid rosewood construction makes it a relatively heavy instrument.
  • • The slim taper neck might not suit players preferring a thicker, vintage profile.
  • • Rosewood fretboards can be prone to fret sprout over time, requiring occasional maintenance.

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Key Features

Top Wood Solid Sitka Spruce
Back & Sides Solid Rosewood
Neck Material Mahogany
Fingerboard Ebony
Scale Length 648 mm
Frets 20
Electronics LR Baggs Session VTC
Weight 6.8 lb

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Frequently Asked Questions

The EC Custom has a more refined and articulate tone than the J-45, with less inherent 'growl' due to the rosewood back and sides; the J-45’s mahogany construction lends a warmer, rounder character.
The Slim Taper profile is generally comfortable, but players with very large hands might prefer a slightly thicker neck; it's a modern feel, not a vintage C-shape.
The included hardshell case provides excellent protection for transport and storage, offering a secure fit and robust construction for regular use.

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