Gibson Songwriter EC Special Acoustic-Electric Guitar - Ebony

The Gibson Songwriter EC Special acoustic-electric guitar blends timeless construction with modern performance, created exclusively for Guitar Center. Introduced in 2003, the Songwriter series has earned its reputation among players who want rich tone, refined playability and reliable stage-ready electronics. This EC Special model builds on that formula with a Sitka spruce top and mahogany back and sides, reinforced by 1930s-style wide X-bracing for powerful projection and dynamic response. Its concert-depth dreadnought cutaway adds comfortable feel without sacrificing output, while a round-profile utile neck and rosewood fingerboard offer a fluid playing experience. With LR Baggs electronics and Grover Rotomatic tuners onboard, the Songwriter EC Special is ready to perform in the studio, on stage or at home.

Sitka Spruce and Mahogany: A Timeless Tonewood Pairing

A Sitka spruce top and mahogany body form the heart of the Songwriter EC Special. This classic tonewood pairing known for bright articulation, warm low end and balanced mids. Strummers get full, resonant body, while fingerstylists benefit from clean note separation and natural dynamics. Wide X-bracing inspired by Gibson’s 1930s designs enhances projection and responsiveness across the entire register. Paired with a concert-depth dreadnought shape, the guitar delivers strong output in a slightly slimmer, more comfortable body—ideal for players who spend long hours writing, recording or performing.

Round-Profile Utile Neck Delivers Comfortable Playability

The Songwriter EC Special features a utile neck carved into Gibson’s round-profile shape for an easy, natural and familiar feel. The 24.75" short scale length reduces string tension, making bends smoother and chords easier to fret during long sessions. A rosewood fingerboard with mother-of-pearl parallelogram inlays offers a smooth, consistent surface and classic Gibson elegance. Combined with a cutaway design for unhindered access past the 12th fret, the neck layout encourages effortless movement across the entire fingerboard.

LR Baggs Electronics for Stage-Ready Sound

Plugging in, the Songwriter EC Special delivers clear, dynamic amplified tone through the LR Baggs Element Bronze system. Built to reflect the guitar’s natural voice, it captures subtle nuance from light fingerpicking to full strumming attack. Its discreet, low-profile design keeps the guitar looking clean while providing reliable, feedback-resistant performance under stage lights. Players can transition seamlessly from acoustic sessions to live amplification without sacrificing the instrument’s tonal authenticity.

Premium Hardware and Distinctive Gibson Appointments

Attention to detail extends throughout the Songwriter Special EC, including nickel Grover Rotomatic tuners for secure, long-lasting tuning stability. A belly-up rosewood bridge enhances sustain and energy transfer, while the brass nut adds clarity and durability. Visually, the gold block Gibson logo and custom black pickguard complement the deep ebony finish for a modern yet unmistakably Gibson aesthetic. Each guitar ships in a deluxe softshell case for reliable protection on the road or at home.

A Guitar Center-Exclusive Built to Inspire

Available only at Guitar Center, the Songwriter EC Special blends timeless tonewoods, stage-ready electronics and premium playability into a performance instrument for discerning players. Its concert-depth dreadnought design offers power and comfort in equal measure, making it equally suited for intimate acoustic sets and full amplified performances. With its Gibson lineage and modern enhancements, the Songwriter EC Special is a guitar you’ll want to pick up again and again—built to inspire every moment of the music you create.