Epiphone’s Hummingbird Deluxe EC, crafted in collaboration with Gibson Custom, reimagines Gibson’s iconic square-shoulder acoustic guitar through the lens of a modern approach, accentuated by elevated tonewoods, a cutaway design, and contemporary performance-driven features. Showcasing a solid spruce top reinforced with traditional scalloped X-bracing, solid rosewood back and sides, a 1-piece genuine mahogany neck, and a highly accessible 20-fret ebony fingerboard, the Hummingbird Deluxe EC delivers a full-bodied, luxurious sound with prominent bass tones, natural high-end sparkle, and a mature resonance courtesy of the thermal-aging process. The Hummingbird Deluxe EC comes equipped with an LR Baggs VTC Bronze electronics system that helps faithfully amplify the guitar’s organic character for honest and authentic performances, whether in the studio or on the stage. In reverence to the original model, the Hummingbird Deluxe EC is adorned with the iconic etched Hummingbird pickguard design, mother-of-pearl inlays decorating the fingerboard and Gibson “open book” headstock, and a 1.73-inch bone nut at the top of the neck further complemented by a compensated bone saddle and bone pins.

Torrefied tonewoods for optimal resonance

To achieve the coveted sound of a vintage acoustic guitar, Epiphone masterfully enhances the solid spruce top of the Hummingbird Deluxe EC via torrefaction, or thermal aging. This process results in a guitar capable of a deeper resonance and a more nuanced response, with a finely aged aesthetic that perfectly complements the mature sound. Joined by a 1-piece genuine mahogany neck, solid rosewood back and sides, and an ebony fingerboard, the Hummingbird Deluxe EC is more than fitting of its name, delivering to players a full-bodied, rich sound complete with luscious bass frequencies and sparkling high overtones. When paired with a 24.75-inch scale and rounded C-profile neck, maneuvering between lush chords and delicate melodies is a transcendent experience.

A host of elegant appointments

Guitar aficionados here believe that any design greatly inspired by a beloved model of yesteryear must be handled with reverence and care, and it’s evident to us that Epiphone spared no detail when designing the Hummingbird Deluxe EC. From the Gibson reverse belly ebony bridge to the iconic pickguard down to the authentic bone nut, saddle, and pins, this guitar perfectly balances mid-century elegance with a modern appeal. Further adorned with a curation of bespoke hardware, including a set of Grover Rotomatic tuners on a Gibson “open book” headstock that’s fully decorated with mother-of-pearl inlays, the Hummingbird Deluxe EC radiates a newly refined aesthetic.

Faithfully voiced by an LR Baggs electronics system

The Hummingbird Deluxe EC comes equipped with an LR Baggs VTC Bronze preamp and a neatly mounted under-saddle piezo system, assisting your guitar in meeting the demands of today’s players without encroaching on its spotlight. Whether recording in the studio or plugging in for a live performance, the LR Baggs VTC Bronze system thrives in capturing the guitar’s natural sonic characteristics and voicing the guitar’s full-bodied warmth and detailed nuance. Likewise, soundhole-mounted Volume and Tone adjustments provide even more sonic control, further bolstering the authentic amplified experience.

Inspired by Gibson Custom: guitar history in your hands

The Gibson Custom Shop, known for its rich heritage, continues to set a high bar in terms of exceptional artistry and inspiring instruments. Reflecting a special union, Epiphone has partnered with Gibson Custom to bring meticulous craftsmanship and iconic designs to bear for modern musicians. The Inspired by Gibson Custom line puts guitar history in your hands courtesy of beautifully crafted re-creations of classic electric and acoustic instruments. Each instrument is the result of a dedicated collaboration between the companies’ respective expert luthiers to honor both Gibson’s storied legacy and Epiphone’s mission to provide musicians with accessible instruments that spark creativity.

Features

• A deluxe cutaway acoustic that pays homage to the iconic Gibson Hummingbird and elevates the classic design with premium upgrades
• Thermally aged solid spruce top reinforced with quarter-sawn solid spruce traditional scalloped X-bracing provides ample, balanced sound and mature resonance
• Solid rosewood back and sides imbue the guitar with a full, rich tone complete with luscious bass frequencies and sparkling high overtones
• 1-piece genuine mahogany neck with rounded C profile is attached via dovetail joint and offers players a versatile, comfortable shape
• The highly accessible ebony 20-fret fingerboard with MOP split-parallelogram inlays delivers a sublime playing surface
• LR Baggs VTC Bronze electronics with soundhole-mounted Volume and Tone controls ready this guitar for the stage
• Refined hardware includes a Gibson reverse belly ebony bridge, compensated bone saddle, and bone saddle pins
• Equipped with Grover Rotomatic tuners on a Gibson “open book” headstock decorated with MOP Epiphone logo and Gibson Crown inlays and etched Gibson Custom double diamond logo
• Hummingbird pickguard with iconic gold etched artwork honors the guitar’s legacy and refined aesthetic

Specifications

• String Type:Steel
• Number of Strings:6
• Left-/Right-handed:Right-handed
• Body Shape:Dreadnought
• Back & Sides Wood:Rosewood
• Top Wood:Sitka Spruce
• Top Finish:Gloss
• Color:Autumn Burst
• Body Bracing:Scalloped X-bracing
• Neck Wood:Mahogany
• Neck Shape:C-Shape
• Radius:12"
• Fingerboard Material:Ebony
• Fingerboard Inlay:Split Parallelograms
• Number of Frets:20
• Scale Length:24.75"
• Scale Length Type:Standard-scale
• Nut Width:1.693"
• Nut Material:Bone
• Saddle Material:Bone
• Tuning Machines:Rotomatics
• Electronics:LR Baggs Bronze VTC
• Strings:.012-.053
• Case/Gig Bag:Softshell Case
• Manufacturer Part Number:ECHBDECABGH1