Gibson Songwriter Recording Artist EC Left-handed Electro Acoustic Guitar in Antique Natural

Please note: depicted in the images is the right-handed model, while this is the left-handed version

The left-handed Gibson Songwriter Recording Artist EC is a modern square-shoulder dreadnought built for serious performers and studio players. Blending classic 1930s-inspired construction with contemporary playability and the exclusive Baggs HiFi DNA pickup system, it delivers a powerful, articulate acoustic voice that translates beautifully when amplified, all wrapped up in a timeless Antique Natural finish.

Handcrafted in Bozeman, Montana, this Songwriter pairs a thermally aged Sitka spruce top with rosewood back and sides for a rich, open tone with exceptional projection and clarity. A comfortable long-scale mahogany neck, ebony fretboard and a smooth cutaway give left-handed players effortless access across the entire fingerboard, whether you are tracking intricate parts in the studio or taking centre stage under the lights.

Every detail is geared towards tone and feel. Traditional Advanced X-bracing, hot hide glue construction and premium components such as bone nut and saddle, ebony bridge and TUSQ bridge pins maximise resonance and sustain. Elegant appointments including multi-ply binding, abalone rosette, mother-of-pearl inlays and gold Grover open-back tuners complete a guitar that looks as refined as it sounds.

With the custom-voiced Baggs HiFi DNA system on board, the Songwriter Recording Artist EC offers a full-bodied, natural amplified sound that preserves the guitar’s acoustic character. Discreet soundhole-mounted controls keep everything within easy reach while remaining almost invisible to your audience, making this a highly capable, professional-grade electro acoustic for discerning left-handed players.

Modern Square-Shoulder Dreadnought Power

The Songwriter’s unique square-shoulder dreadnought body and 25.5 inch scale length deliver a bold, piano-like low end with plenty of headroom, ideal for strummers and flatpickers who need their parts to cut through a mix. The longer scale tightens the bass and adds snap to the trebles, giving you a responsive, dynamic instrument that rewards a wide range of playing styles.

Thermally Aged Sitka Spruce and Rosewood Tonewoods

A thermally aged Sitka spruce top paired with rosewood back and sides provides a mature, broken-in voice straight out of the case. The spruce adds clarity, articulation and dynamic range, while the rosewood contributes warmth, depth and shimmering overtones. Together with the 1930s-inspired scalloped Advanced X-bracing, you get a powerful yet nuanced tone that records beautifully and fills a room with ease.

Comfortable Left-Handed Playability with Cutaway Access

The 25.5 inch scale mahogany neck with a Round profile and bound ebony fretboard offers a smooth, familiar feel for left-handed players. The soft cutaway design opens up the upper frets, making it easy to reach higher positions for melodic lines, solos and extended chord voicings. Whether you are fingerpicking delicate passages or playing lead parts, the neck and body design work together to keep everything comfortable and accessible.

Baggs HiFi DNA Pickup System for Natural Amplified Tone

The Gibson-exclusive Baggs HiFi DNA system uses two lightweight sensors on the internal bridge plate, each with its own optimised preamp, to capture the guitar’s full acoustic character. This active system delivers a rich, full-bodied sound with gain-before-feedback performance comparable to an under-saddle pickup, but without affecting the natural unplugged tone. Soundhole-mounted volume and tone controls let you fine-tune your sound on the fly while remaining unobtrusive to your audience.

• Left-Handed Songwriter EC Body with Cutaway - A modern square-shoulder dreadnought shape tailored for left-handed players, with a convenient cutaway for easy upper-fret access. This design offers strong projection and clarity while giving you the freedom to explore the entire neck comfortably.
• Thermally Aged Sitka Spruce Top and Rosewood Back and Sides - The thermally aged Sitka spruce top responds quickly and dynamically, while rosewood back and sides add depth, warmth and complex overtones. This classic combination yields a mature, studio-ready tone that suits everything from delicate fingerstyle to powerful strumming.
• Comfortable Mahogany Neck with Ebony Fretboard - A 25.5 inch scale mahogany neck with a Round profile and bound ebony fretboard provides a smooth, fast playing surface. Mother-of-pearl diamond eye inlays and precise fretwork help you navigate the neck with confidence, whether you are performing live or laying down detailed studio parts.
• Baggs HiFi DNA Pickup with Discreet Controls - The Baggs HiFi DNA system uses dual bridge-plate sensors and individual preamps to deliver natural, full-bodied amplified tone. With soundhole-mounted volume and tone controls, you can quickly adjust your sound on stage or in the studio without compromising the guitar’s clean, classic appearance.

Body

• Body Shape: Songwriter EC
• Top Material: Thermally Aged Sitka Spruce
• Back Material: Rosewood
• Sides Material: Rosewood
• Body Finish: Gloss nitrocellulose lacquer
• Body Binding: Multi-ply top and back
• Pickguard: Custom line tortoise
• Rosette: Wide abalone
• Colour: Antique Natural

Neck

• Neck Material: Mahogany
• Neck Profile: Round
• Scale Length: 25.5 in / 647.7 mm
• Fingerboard Material: Ebony
• Fingerboard Binding: Single-ply
• Number of Frets: 20
• Fingerboard Inlays: Mother-of-pearl diamond eye
• Nut Material: Bone
• Nut Width: 1.725 in / 43.81 mm
• Neck Joint: Compound dovetail, hot hide glue
• Orientation: Left-handed

Headstock

• Headstock Binding: Single-ply
• Headstock Veneer: Rosewood
• Headstock Inlays: Gibson logo and crown in mother of pearl

Hardware

• Bridge: Belly-up
• Bridge Material: Ebony with mother-of-pearl arrow inlay
• Saddle: Bone
• Bridge Pins: TUSQ
• Tuning Machines: Grover open back, gold

Electronics

• Pickup System: Baggs HiFi DNA
• Controls: 1 Volume, 1 Tone (soundhole-mounted)

Case

• Case: Hardshell