Gibson EC 20 (either 1997 or 1998)

by Eric Hardy
(Greenwood, Indiana USA)

I am looking to trade for this guitar and would like to know the approximate value. Here is what I know:
It is either a 1997, or 1998 Gibson. The model# is EC 20, the color is red. I do not have the serial number at this point. There are many autographs (in permanent marker) of big name country stars on the front body of the guitar and also on the back body. I do not know all of the stars but one I am told is Brooks and Dunn.

I am told it is in excellent condition, no known scratches, blemishes or marks (not sure about finish checkering). I am also told that all the on board electronics are fully functional. It does not come with the original Gibson case.

ANSWER

Hi, Eric--

Here is the general info:

EC-20 STARBURST (MODEL EC20) Add to Collection
- single rounded cutaway jumbo body, solid Sitka spruce top, arched maple back, solid maple sides, round soundhole with abalone pearl rosette, multi-ply top binding and single-ply back binding, 14/20-fret rosewood fingerboard with multi star MOP inlays, black headstock overlay with screened logo and multi star inlays, three-per-side gold tuners, moustache-style rosewood bridge with white bridgepins and three stars on the bass side, batwing-shaped tortoiseshell pickguard, piezo pickup with vvolume/brilliance/treble contour/bass frequency/notch controls, phase switch, available in Antique Natural, Blue, or Trans. Cherry finish, 24.75 in. scale, 15.875 in. body width, case included, mfg. 1997-98.

The pricing info:

Excellent $1,250 - 1,500
Average $950 - 1,100

Lynne