Here for sale we have a Gibson ES-335 Historic 61 Reissue VOS Semi-Hollow Electric Guitar in Historic Burst finish. Made in the USA in 2018, this guitar is an accurate reproduction of the 1961 specification, and of course features a semi-hollow set-neck construction comprising a 3-ply Maple/Poplar/Maple body with Maple centre block, Mahogany neck, and 22-fret Rosewood fingerboard. Nickel hardware is fitted including a StopBar tailpiece, ABR-1 ToM bridge & Kluson deluxe tuning machines with ‘Tulip’ buttons. Other appointments include 1-ply Royalite binding, CTS 500k Audio Taper pots, and a set of Gibson MHS Humbuckers. These pickups are wired to a 3-way toggle switch & independent volume & tone controls.
The Mahogany neck plays beautifully, with the Slim Taper 60s 'C' profile filling the handle nicely for a substantial and vintage-inspired playing experience. The profile has nicely rounded shoulders which ensure comfort across the register. Certainly, the neck is generously proportioned and produces a unique sensation when compared with modern Gibson neck profiles, making this instrument feel special. Other more familiar appointments include the Rosewood fingerboard with 12" radius which is practical for a wide range of styles and techniques whilst providing a pleasant and tactile playing surface. The familiar lines of the 335 body design are as comfortable in the arms as ever, allowing plenty of space for easy access to the controls.
The pair of Gibson Memphis Historic Spec humbucking pickups installed in this guitar deliver thick and full-bodied tones, exemplifying the rock and blues sounds that Gibson has long been renowned for. The neck position is warm and round, with plenty of power for pushing your lead lines and solos to the front of the mix. The bridge is of course brighter, perfect for rock rhythm parts and riffing because it can handle a serious amount of gain. There is all of the snarl and bite that we associate with rockin' tones, yet at the same time definition and clarity is retained. The pickups clean up nicely too, with shimmering clean sounds ready for the softer sections of the set. The semi-hollow construction ensures a resonant and lively sound, with plenty of dynamic range on offer. A unique vintage-spec ES-335.
Please be aware that for international buyers import fees are not included in our postage and packaging cost, this only covers the cost of the guitar being sent to you. Import fees will be charged by Customs upon the guitar's arrival in the recipient country. Due to Brexit, this also applies to EU buyers. We advise checking the total import cost with Customs as this is not information we are able to accurately provide.