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Designed for players who demand classic Gibson tone with expanded performance versatility, the Songwriter Recording Artist EC pairs the brand’s powerful square-shoulder voice with modern playability and stage-ready control. A thermally aged Sitka spruce top and rosewood back and sides produce depth, projection and harmonic richness with a responsive, broken-in feel, while Gibson’s scalloped Advanced X-bracing supports strong headroom and dynamic balance. The cutaway body allows confident access to the upper frets for melodic lead work, and a 25.5" scale mahogany neck with an ebony fingerboard ensures articulate response and smooth, precise playability
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Gibson Songwriter Recording Artist EC A/E Guitar Antique Natural 197881469788 OB item# M22671006001001Used
** Item Specific Details ** Some impact damage on the top, lower treble side bout. Finish cracked.Scratches on the pickguardLower bout latch on case is broken.SN - 20156016 **
Designed for players who demand classic Gibson tone with expanded performance versatility, the Songwriter Recording Artist EC pairs the brand’s powerful square-shoulder voice with modern playability and stage-ready control. A thermally aged Sitka spruce top and rosewood back and sides produce depth, projection and harmonic richness with a responsive, broken-in feel, while Gibson’s scalloped Advanced X-bracing supports strong headroom and dynamic balance. The cutaway body allows confident access to the upper frets for melodic lead work, and a 25.5" scale mahogany neck with an ebony fingerboard ensures articulate response and smooth, precise playability. Equipped with LR Baggs HiFi electronics and finished with reliable performance hardware, the Gibson Songwriter Recording Artist EC is engineered for consistent results in both studio and live environments.
Thermally Aged Sitka Spruce and Rosewood for a Powerful, Articulate Voice
The Songwriter Recording Artist EC combines Gibson’s modern square-shoulder dreadnought design with a functional cutaway, offering both commanding projection and enhanced upper-fret reach. A thermally aged Sitka spruce top delivers quick response and wide dynamic range, while rosewood back and sides contribute depth, clarity and a strong low-end foundation. Gibson’s scalloped Advanced X-bracing—drawn from the company’s 1930s flat-top designs—helps balance that power with articulation and control, allowing the guitar to remain focused under heavy strumming while retaining sensitivity for nuanced fingerstyle passages.
Mahogany Neck and Ebony Fingerboard for Precision, Reach and Playing Comfort
A mahogany neck with a comfortable rounded profile provides a familiar, supportive feel that remains consistent through long sessions and extended performances. The 25.5" scale length—slightly longer than Gibson’s classic flat-tops—adds string tension for greater clarity, projection and note separation. Paired with the cutaway body, the bound ebony fingerboard allows fluid access to higher registers without sacrificing stability or comfort. Joined to the body with a compound dovetail and hot hide glue, the neck promotes efficient vibration transfer for enhanced sustain and tonal cohesion.
LR Baggs HiFi Electronics for Natural, Performance-Ready Amplified Tone
Designed for reliable amplification in real-world performance environments, the Songwriter Recording Artist EC is equipped with an LR Baggs HiFi pickup system that faithfully captures the guitar’s acoustic character. Dual bridge plate sensors provide excellent string-to-string balance and dynamic accuracy while remaining resistant to response at stage volumes. The internal preamp is voiced to preserve natural tone without harshness or compression, making it equally effective for studio recording and live performance. Discreet soundhole-mounted volume and tone controls allow quick, intuitive adjustment without distracting from the instrument’s clean presentation.
Refined Hardware and Appointments for Reliability and Longevity
Every detail of the Songwriter Recording Artist EC reflects a balance of durability and understated refinement. An ebony bridge fitted with a bone saddle and TUSQ bridge pins supports clear articulation and dependable intonation, while a bone nut further enhances tonal consistency. Gold Grover open-back tuners provide smooth, stable tuning with a subtle nod to classic Gibson styling. Multi-ply binding, a wide abalone rosette and a tortoiseshell pickguard add visual depth without overshadowing the guitar’s professional intent.
The Songwriter Recording Artist EC: Timeless Craftsmanship, Modern Performance
The Gibson Songwriter Recording Artist EC brings together time-tested Gibson design and contemporary performance features in a guitar built for players who value iconic dreadnought power alongside modern flexibility. With its cutaway square-shoulder body, responsive thermally aged top, articulate long-scale neck and natural-sounding LR Baggs electronics, it delivers clarity and confidence across a wide range of musical settings. Rooted in Gibson tradition yet shaped for modern use, the Gibson Songwriter Recording Artist EC is a versatile and dependable instrument for today’s working acoustic musician.
Features:
Modern square-shoulder dreadnought built for confident studio and stage performance
Thermally aged Sitka spruce top projects with punch and clarity
Rosewood back and sides deliver rich depth and warm resonance
Cutaway body provides easy upper-fret access for effortless lead lines
25.5” scale length adds snap and dynamic response
LR Baggs HiFi system provides balanced amplified tone without response
Soundhole volume and tone controls allow fast adjustments mid-song
Ebony fretboard ensures enhanced note separation and smooth play
Bone nut and saddle offer improved tuning stability and articulation
Hardshell case protects the instrument for travel and storage
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If you’re not satisfied, neither are we. If for any reason you’re not completely satisfied with your purchase of a new item, simply return it in its original condition within 45 days of purchase (see exceptions below) and we’ll give you a full refund. It’s that simple. Returned items must be in original, brand-new condition, showing no signs of wear or use such as belt-buckle or pick scratches, scuffs, dings or scrapes on the instrument or collateral materials. Items must also include all original packaging, manuals, warrantees and accessories or your return may be subject to a return handling charge.Your refund will be promptly processed upon successful evaluation of your returned item from our trained category professionals in 2-3 business days. Refunds are made for product value only, excluding shipping and handling charges. If you received Free Shipping on your order, the value of the uncharged shipping cost will be deducted from your refund.Limitations and Exceptions
Returns of the following products must be made within 10 days of shipment - Stringed instruments priced at $1999.00 or more. The following products cannot be returned – Clearance items, Apple products, items identified as non-returnable, discontinued items, electronic software downloads, demo gear, vintage instruments, strings, reeds, computers, tubes, earbuds, earplugs, recorders, tin whistles, flutophones, "world" wind instruments, harmonicas, raw-frame speakers, drumheads, drumsticks, turntable cartridges, fog fluid, clothing/footwear, body jewelry, sheet music, cleaners, polishes and polishing cloths, software/soundware, books, CDs, DVD's, vinyl records, and videos.The following fees apply to Band & Orchestra returns - All returned woodwind and brass instruments incur a $10.00 sanitization fee. Returned bows are assessed a $4.00 restocking fee. Returned mouthpieces over $300 incur an $8.00 sanitization fee; the fee for mouthpieces under $300 is $4.00.Should you decide to return your shipment, please follow the return steps printed on the back of your invoice and pack your return carefully to prevent damage in shipment. All returns must:1. Include a Return Authorization Number; (Please contact us via messages for an RA number)2. Be in the original packaging complete with all collateral materials such as cases, straps, cables, care kits, certificates of authenticity, warranty cards, manuals, and any other materials that originally shipped with the instrument; 3. Be in brand-new condition, showing no signs of wear or use such as belt-buckle or pick scratches, scuffs, dings, or scrapes on the instrument or collateral materials.
