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Gibson ES-335 Semi-hollowbody Electric Guitar - Sixties Cherry

Semi-hollowbody Electric Guitar with Maple/Poplar Top, Back, and Sides, Mahogany Neck, Rosewood Fingerboard, and 2 Humbucking Pickups - Sixties Cherry
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The Classic Semi-hollowbody Electric

The Gibson ES-335 is the quintessential Gibson ES (Electric Spanish) guitar. The first “thinline” archtop of its kind, the historic ES-335 is considered the standard for semi-hollowbody guitars to this day. With impeccable sounds across its wide-ranging tonal palette, the ES-335 can be found in the hands of jazz, blues, and rock players all over the globe. For 2020, Gibson brings the ES-335 to you with all the same exquisite craftsmanship and detailed appointments that made the original a smash hit when it was introduced in 1958. And as a central feature, it features a satisfyingly rounded C neck profile that harkens back to Gibson’s vaunted instruments of the late 1950s.

One of a kind

From its first appearance in 1958, the Gibson ES-335 set an unmatched standard for playability, and today’s ’335 carries on the tradition. The pearloid-inlaid rosewood fingerboard hand-rolled on a rounded C mahogany neck feels incredible and invites hours of playing every time you pick up the instrument. Gibson’s Calibrated T-Type humbucking pickups are paired with the company’s handwired control assembly. The result is the immensely versatile Gibson ES tone that guitarists have craved for over six decades. Precise intonation and tuning stability are provided by Vintage Deluxe tuners with Keystone buttons, paired with a lightweight aluminum ABR-1 bridge and Stopbar tailpiece, anchored by steel thumbwheels and tailpiece studs.

Quality tonewoods, superb electronics

This ’335 also features a 3-ply maple/poplar/maple top and back, while a solid maple center block and a premium mahogany neck make up the rest of the quality tonewoods used in this superb guitar. The center block — a new concept when it was first seen in '58, gives you the warm tonal characteristics of an archtop jazz guitar along with the sustain and feedback-resistance of a solidbody when playing at higher volumes. For blazing amplified sound, the ES-335 comes with T-Type humbucking pickups and custom tone circuitry, giving you a massive range of stylistic options for performance.

Legendary tone from T-Type humbuckers

Tonal excellence is yours when you plug the Gibson ES-335 into your favorite tube amplifier. Loaded with a pair of calibrated T-Type humbucking pickups, each with its own volume and tone controls, you’ll be able to dial in chiming country tones as easily as savagely distorted rock tones. The neck pickup gives you classic hollowbody-style tones for everything from jazz to dirty blues. Flip to the bridge position, and you’ll command sounds covering everything from bright and clean to raw and mean. The guitar gurus here at Sweetwater all concur: playing this guitar is a sublime experience.

Plek’d frets for optimized playability

Comfort and playability were two of Gibson’s primary concerns when they were designing the ES-335. You’ll be delighted at how this guitar’s rounded C neck profile comfortably fills your hand in just the right way. For your playing pleasure, the rosewood fingerboard is buffed to silky smoothness and bound with rolled edges so no fret ends impede your dexterity. The frets are dressed to perfection using a Plek Pro machine for optimized playability. Typically reserved for top-dollar custom guitars, this process levels the frets with pinpoint precision, providing you with the most playable fretboard you’re likely to own.

Gibson ES-335 Semi-hollowbody Electric Guitar Features:

  • Classic semi-hollowbody electric guitar
  • 3-Ply maple/poplar/maple body construction
  • Mahogany set neck, Rounded C profile
  • Rosewood fingerboard with rolled binding
  • 22 Plek’d frets for effortless playability
  • ABR-1 Tune-O-Matic bridge
  • Aluminum Stopbar with locking studs
  • Vintage Deluxe tuners with Keystone Buttons
  • 1.695" bone nut, 24.75" scale length
  • Neck- and bridge-position Calibrated T-Type humbucking pickups
  • 2 Volume, 2 Tone controls, 3-way pickup selector toggle switch
  • Handwired with 500K potentiometers and Orange Drop capacitors
  • Nickel hardware; black Top Hat knobs with silver reflectors

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Tech Specs

  • General
  • Number of Strings 6
  • Left-/Right-handed Right-handed
  • Body
  • Body Type Semi-hollowbody
  • Body Shape ES-335
  • Body Material 3-ply Maple/Poplar/Maple
  • Top Material 3-ply Maple/Poplar/Maple
  • Body Finish Gloss Nitrocellulose Lacquer
  • Color Sixties Cherry
  • Neck
  • Neck Material Mahogany
  • Neck Shape Rounded C
  • Neck Joint Set Neck
  • Radius 12"
  • Fingerboard Material Rosewood
  • Fingerboard Inlay Acrylic Dots
  • Number of Frets 22, Medium Jumbo
  • Scale Length 24.75"
  • Nut Width 1.695"
  • Nut Material GraphTech
  • Hardware
  • Bridge/Tailpiece ABR-1 Tune-O-Matic Bridge with Aluminum Stopbar Tailpiece
  • Tuners Vintage Deluxe with Keystone Buttons
  • Electronics
  • Neck Pickup Calibrated T-type Rhythm Humbucker
  • Bridge Pickup Calibrated T-type Lead Humbucker
  • Controls 2 x volume, 2 x tone
  • Switching 3-way toggle pickup switch
  • Miscellaneous
  • Strings .010-.046
  • Case/Gig Bag Hardshell Case
  • Manufacturer Part Number: ES3500SCNH1

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Rated 5/5

Couldn't love it anmore!

Luke and his colleagues did a fantastic job working with me. The guitar came absolutely perfect. Setup was great and is buttery smooth to play. Once in a lifetime purchase for me and I love it. Thank you Sweetwater!
I have included some pic's but have to say it definitely looks even better in person then in the photos.
Rated 5/5

The Do-It-All Guitar

I've had mine for about 6 months and it is prominently featured in my top guitar wall spot (the place I see it with the best lighting and most often). It's so beautiful, it's art. In terms of qc, there is not one single flaw on it. Nothing. I've got a 2020 Gibson Les Paul Standard 60s and it has a few minor blemishes but it's amazing. But this one…it's perfection.

In terms of playability, there is no guitar I've ever played that covers as much ground stylistically as this one. With neck pickup and tone rolled off, you can get beautiful, jazzy tone. With bridge pickup and time up and some distortion it's an overheated chainsaw spitting flames.

It's a joy to just sit there on the edge of the bed and play it acoustically. Action is perfect. I had to do very little to set it up. The neck is on the chunkier side, take that for what it's worth. If you like that you'll love this neck. I prefer thinner necks but this is not too bad.

It stays in tune and the tuners are amazing. Seriously, I don't mean to sound like I'm gushing but it's the standard for all my other guitars to compare to now. Such precise tuning adjustments and it stats in tune so consistently.

I just don't have anything bad to say about this 335. I am so glad I saved up and bought it. It's my dream guitar and every day I sit there and look at it on the wall and just thank God that I was able to buy it.
Rated 5/5

Inspiring!

This is a great guitar! I've been a telecaster player all my life, so this was a big leap for me. This guitar covers so much ground. Whether it's blues, rock, or country it gets it done. I really like the the pickups. I was prepared to replace them if needed but there is no need. What I really appreciate is the bridge pickup, it sounds like a meaty telecaster, which allows me to cover a lot of musical territory with my band without having to constantly switch guitars. Gibson nailed it with this one.
Rated 5/5

Unbelievable.... Top Shelf in every aspect!

What can I say, it arrived I waited the recommended 24 hours to open the box (that was tough lol)
And found it in excellent condition and after a little tuning immediately playable. Action was fine, the T type pickups have an awesome sound, exactly what I was looking for. I play blues, rock, jazz and a bit of country. This guitar does it all. I clearly believe, if you could only have one guitar, the ES335 would be the best choice. I thank you again Parker and Sweetwater and absolutely believe you are setting the benchmark in Customer Service for all others to follow. Thanks again.
Music background: Playing on and off since I was 14, currently 74. Played professionally when I was younger. Now just jamming with friends and very small gigs I play Blues, Rock, Jazz, and a little Country
Rated 5/5

This is a nice one!

A beautiful figured cherry top without the figured up-charge. Seeing pictures of the actual guitar is a plus with Sweetwater. Thanks to rep Austin Z for the help with a shipping snafu. Neck plays so smooth. Tone is classic 335. The color and grain is stunning. I am currently playing through a Vox 15 and a Fender 65 Princeton Reverb. I am loving this guitar!

From rockers to jazz cats, there are generations of guitarists right here at Sweetwater who swear by Gibson guitars. Not only do they make many of the most iconic solidbody electric guitars of all time - the Les Paul, the SG, the Flying V - but they also produce classic hollowbody and semi-hollowbody models and some of the most iconic acoustic guitars on the planet. We play them all! Our close relationship with Gibson often allows us to stock exclusive models and rare finds, and we're always happy to turn players and collectors on to the gems in the Sweetwater Guitar Gallery. We also have access to all the latest Gibson hardware, and the Sweetwater Guitar Repair Shop has upgraded countless guitars with their top-of-the-line humbuckers, classic P-90s, and more.

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