2009 Gibson EYE Electric Guitar

A striking departure from traditional Gibson styling, the 2009 Gibson Eye pairs an aggressive offset double-cutaway body with the brand’s classic construction. Introduced as part of Gibson USA’s 2009 Limited Run Series, this distinctive model features a Fire Engine Red nitrocellulose finish, matching headstock and pickup covers, and a sweeping pickguard that gives it an unmistakable identity. A solid mahogany body and set mahogany neck are paired with a clean, unmarked ebony fingerboard, 24 frets, and a 24.75-inch scale length. Gibson’s 490R neck and hotter 498T bridge humbuckers offer a combination of vintage-inspired warmth and punchy rock tones, with straightforward master volume and tone controls and a three-way pickup selector. A Tune-o-matic bridge, stopbar tailpiece, and Grover tuners complete the factory specification. With its bold appearance and a production run announced as limited to 350 instruments, the Gibson Eye stands out as a distinctive choice for players and collectors seeking something beyond Gibson’s familiar designs.