This 2005 Gibson J-185 EC Custom is a limited-edition example finished in Cherry, numbered 150 of just 200 produced. Based on Gibson’s long-running J-185 design, it pairs the model’s comfortable jumbo body shape with a Venetian cutaway, offering easier access to the upper register while maintaining the balanced response that has made the J-185 a favorite within Gibson’s acoustic lineup. The Cherry finish gives the guitar a distinctive appearance, setting it apart from the more commonly encountered sunburst and natural examples.
Appointments include split parallelogram fingerboard inlays, adding a touch of visual flair drawn from some of Gibson’s most recognizable instruments. The combination of maple construction and the J-185 body size yields a clear, lively voice with plenty of definition and presence. Produced in limited numbers and featuring several upgrades beyond the standard model, this J-185 EC Custom represents an interesting chapter in Gibson’s early-2000s acoustic offerings.
Includes OHSC and COA.
