Gibson Songwriter EC Custom
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Gibson
Songwriter EC Custom
Product Info
Article Number:
569779
Brand:
Gibson
Model:
Songwriter EC Custom
Category:
Dreadnought Acoustic Guitars
Price:
$4,888.40
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
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.
Product Video
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.
