This very special limited run of 1958 ES-335 Reissue models celebrates the debut of one of the most versatile, game-changing and prolific Gibsons ever made. The ES-335 was the world's first semi-hollow guitar model, imagined by former Gibson President Ted McCarty who later called it his proudest contribution. It has been in continuous production since its debut with support from countless legendary artists including B.B. King, Eric Clapton, Larry Carlton and Warren Haynes.
Gibson Custom Shop is proud to present this limited edition 1958 ES-335 Reissue featuring Murphy Lab light aging, a vivid Tri-Color Sunburst finish, a big '58 rounded neck profile and an unbound fingerboard - a feature found only on 1958 ES-335 models. This version is one of three commemorating the inaugural ES-335, limited to 130 instruments each in celebration of Gibson's 130th Anniversary. Included with each guitar is a brown Lifton ™M hardshell case with pink lining and a custom certificate of authenticity.
Serial Number: A840075
Weight: 8 lbs
Specs
Body
Shape: ES-335
Material: 3-ply Maple/Poplar/Maple
Top: 3-ply Maple/Poplar/Maple
Back: 3-ply Maple/Poplar/Maple
Side: 3-ply Maple/Poplar/Maple
Centerblock: Solid Maple
Binding: 1-Ply Cream Top and Back
Neck
Neck: Solid Mahogany
Profile: '58 Unbound Fat C-Shape
Nut Width: 1.687" / 42.85mm
Fingerboard: Indian Rosewood
Scale Length: 24.75" / 628.65
Number of frets: 22 - Historic Narrow/Tall '58 Size
Nut: Nylon
Inlay: Nitrocellulose Dot
Hardware
Bridge: ABR-1
Tailpiece: Lightweight Aluminum Stop Bar
Knobs: True Historic Gold Top Hat with Dial Pointer
Tuners: Kluson Single-Line, Single Ring
Plating: Aged Nickel
Electronics
Neck Pickup: Custombucker (Unpotted)
Bridge Pickup: Custombucker (Unpotted)
Controls: 2 volume, 2 tone, 500K CTS Audio Taper Potentiometers, Paper in Oil Capacitors, Mono Varitone Switch
This very special limited run of 1958 ES-335 Reissue models celebrates the debut of one of the most versatile, game-changing and prolific Gibsons ever made. The ES-335 was the world's first semi-hollow guitar model, imagined by former Gibson President Ted McCarty who later called it his proudest contribution. It has been in continuous production since its debut with support from countless legendary artists including B.B. King, Eric Clapton, Larry Carlton and Warren Haynes.
Gibson Custom Shop is proud to present this limited edition 1958 ES-335 Reissue featuring Murphy Lab light aging, a vivid Tri-Color Sunburst finish, a big '58 rounded neck profile and an unbound fingerboard - a feature found only on 1958 ES-335 models. This version is one of three commemorating the inaugural ES-335, limited to 130 instruments each in celebration of Gibson's 130th Anniversary. Included with each guitar is a brown Lifton ™M hardshell case with pink lining and a custom certificate of authenticity.
Serial Number: A840353
Weight: 7.6 lbs
Specs
Body
Shape: ES-335
Material: 3-ply Maple/Poplar/Maple
Top: 3-ply Maple/Poplar/Maple
Back: 3-ply Maple/Poplar/Maple
Side: 3-ply Maple/Poplar/Maple
Centerblock: Solid Maple
Binding: 1-Ply Cream Top and Back
Neck
Neck: Solid Mahogany
Profile: '58 Unbound Fat C-Shape
Nut Width: 1.687" / 42.85mm
Fingerboard: Indian Rosewood
Scale Length: 24.75" / 628.65
Number of frets: 22 - Historic Narrow/Tall '58 Size
Nut: Nylon
Inlay: Nitrocellulose Dot
Hardware
Bridge: ABR-1
Tailpiece: Lightweight Aluminum Stop Bar
Knobs: True Historic Gold Top Hat with Dial Pointer
Tuners: Kluson Single-Line, Single Ring
Plating: Aged Nickel
Electronics
Neck Pickup: Custombucker (Unpotted)
Bridge Pickup: Custombucker (Unpotted)
Controls: 2 volume, 2 tone, 500K CTS Audio Taper Potentiometers, Paper in Oil Capacitors, Mono Varitone Switch
This very special limited run of 1958 ES-335 Reissue models celebrates the debut of one of the most versatile, game-changing and prolific Gibsons ever made. The ES-335 was the world's first semi-hollow guitar model, imagined by former Gibson President Ted McCarty who later called it his proudest contribution. It has been in continuous production since its debut with support from countless legendary artists including B.B. King, Eric Clapton, Larry Carlton and Warren Haynes.
Gibson Custom Shop is proud to present this limited edition 1958 ES-335 Reissue featuring Murphy Lab light aging, a vivid Tri-Color Sunburst finish, a big '58 rounded neck profile and an unbound fingerboard - a feature found only on 1958 ES-335 models. This version is one of three commemorating the inaugural ES-335, limited to 130 instruments each in celebration of Gibson's 130th Anniversary. Included with each guitar is a brown Lifton ™M hardshell case with pink lining and a custom certificate of authenticity.
Serial Number: A840113
Weight: 8 lbs
Specs
Body
Shape: ES-335
Material: 3-ply Maple/Poplar/Maple
Top: 3-ply Maple/Poplar/Maple
Back: 3-ply Maple/Poplar/Maple
Side: 3-ply Maple/Poplar/Maple
Centerblock: Solid Maple
Binding: 1-Ply Cream Top and Back
Neck
Neck: Solid Mahogany
Profile: '58 Unbound Fat C-Shape
Nut Width: 1.687" / 42.85mm
Fingerboard: Indian Rosewood
Scale Length: 24.75" / 628.65
Number of frets: 22 - Historic Narrow/Tall '58 Size
Nut: Nylon
Inlay: Nitrocellulose Dot
Hardware
Bridge: ABR-1
Tailpiece: Lightweight Aluminum Stop Bar
Knobs: True Historic Gold Top Hat with Dial Pointer
Tuners: Kluson Single-Line, Single Ring
Plating: Aged Nickel
Electronics
Neck Pickup: Custombucker (Unpotted)
Bridge Pickup: Custombucker (Unpotted)
Controls: 2 volume, 2 tone, 500K CTS Audio Taper Potentiometers, Paper in Oil Capacitors, Mono Varitone Switch
This very special limited run of 1958 ES-335 Reissue models celebrates the debut of one of the most versatile, game-changing and prolific Gibsons ever made. The ES-335 was the world's first semi-hollow guitar model, imagined by former Gibson President Ted McCarty who later called it his proudest contribution. It has been in continuous production since its debut with support from countless legendary artists including B.B. King, Eric Clapton, Larry Carlton and Warren Haynes.
Gibson Custom Shop is proud to present this limited edition 1958 ES-335 Reissue featuring Murphy Lab light aging, a vivid Tri-Color Sunburst finish, a big '58 rounded neck profile and an unbound fingerboard - a feature found only on 1958 ES-335 models. This version is one of three commemorating the inaugural ES-335, limited to 130 instruments each in celebration of Gibson's 130th Anniversary. Included with each guitar is a brown Lifton ™M hardshell case with pink lining and a custom certificate of authenticity.
Serial Number: A840165
Weight: 8.2 lbs
Specs
Body
Shape: ES-335
Material: 3-ply Maple/Poplar/Maple
Top: 3-ply Maple/Poplar/Maple
Back: 3-ply Maple/Poplar/Maple
Side: 3-ply Maple/Poplar/Maple
Centerblock: Solid Maple
Binding: 1-Ply Cream Top and Back
Neck
Neck: Solid Mahogany
Profile: '58 Unbound Fat C-Shape
Nut Width: 1.687" / 42.85mm
Fingerboard: Indian Rosewood
Scale Length: 24.75" / 628.65
Number of frets: 22 - Historic Narrow/Tall '58 Size
Nut: Nylon
Inlay: Nitrocellulose Dot
Hardware
Bridge: ABR-1
Tailpiece: Lightweight Aluminum Stop Bar
Knobs: True Historic Gold Top Hat with Dial Pointer
Tuners: Kluson Single-Line, Single Ring
Plating: Aged Nickel
Electronics
Neck Pickup: Custombucker (Unpotted)
Bridge Pickup: Custombucker (Unpotted)
Controls: 2 volume, 2 tone, 500K CTS Audio Taper Potentiometers, Paper in Oil Capacitors, Mono Varitone Switch
The Gibson Custom Shop and Murphy Lab are proud to introduce a new limited run incorporating Tom Murphy's deep knowledge of vintage guitars, passion for his craft, and inspired creativity to bring his vision of the ultimate 1959 Les Paul™ Standard reissues to life. These extraordinary guitars utilize handpicked materials of the highest quality, including Brazilian rosewood fretboards, super lightweight mahogany bodies, and AAAA-figured maple tops that were cherry-picked and set aside specifically for this release. Their Murphy Lab aging is unique and distinct from other Murphy Lab offerings and completely exclusive to this distinguished limited run, with a heavy treatment and notable touches like custom-aged plated and plastic parts. Each finish option was developed and selected by Tom Murphy as well. A total of six colors, with 50 guitars in each color, will be a part of this very special limited run, and a leather-bound certificate of authenticity and an aged Lifton™ hardshell case are also included with each one of these exceptional instruments.
Serial Number: 94081
Weight: 9.8lbs
Specifications
Body
Body Style: Les Paul
Body Shape: Les Paul
Body Material: Super Lightweight Mahogany
Top: Hand-Selected AAAA Figured Maple
Binding: Single Ply Cream Royalite, Top and Fingerboard
Body Finish: Murphy Lab Aged Nitrocellulose Lacquer
Gibson Custom Shop is the pinnacle of craftsmanship, quality, and sound excellence. Each instrument celebrates Gibson's legacy through accuracy, authenticity and attention to detail.
The iconic '57 Goldtop has been the tool of choice for countless guitar heroes. Its elegant gold finish, classic solid mahogany/maple construction, and versatile humbucking pickups represent everything one could possibly need in a Les Paul™ model. This authentic recreation exemplifies Gibson Custom Shop's tireless quest for accuracy to the original year of production, from the woods to the construction to the parts and precise contours throughout. Each Custom Shop Reissue is every bit the instrument and statement piece as the priceless vintage examples, providing an ownership experience that is endlessly fun. It features Ultra Light Aging by the skilled artisans of the Murphy Lab. The Murphy Lab Ultra Light Aged finish treatment, paired with lightly aged hardware, simulates decades of light play wear, giving it the unique character, vibe, and feel of an original example from the Gibson Golden Era.
1959 Les Paul Standard Butterscotch, Murphy Lab Light Aged
The Holy Grail
Gibson Custom Shop's 1959 Les Paul™ Standard Reissue is not just a tribute to the priceless original models -- it's a clone of them. From laser-scanned dimensions to chemically-recreated plastics to color-matched shades of sunburst, every element has been rendered in unbelievable detail. It represents the culmination of decades of work by Custom Shop's expert team -- a tireless quest to bring accuracy and authenticity to the hands of fans. It’s the definition of cool, and it's the best representation of the 1959 Les Paul Standard since the Gibson Custom Shop began making Historic Reissues over twenty-five years ago. It features Light Aging by the skilled artisans of the Murphy Lab. The Murphy Lab Light Aged finish treatment, paired with lightly aged hardware, simulates decades of natural play wear, giving it the unique character, vibe, and feel of an original example from the Gibson Golden Era.
When Gibson hired famed automotive designer Ray Dietrich to create a radical new solid body guitar, rock 'n roll history ensued. With its offset shape, neck-through construction, and scorching mini-humbuckers™, the '63 Firebird™ V became an instant classic. The Gibson Custom Shop is proud to present this exacting replica of a vintage original, which uses authentic contours, dimensions and construction methods for an incredible ownership and playing experience. It features Ultra Light Aging by the skilled artisans of the Murphy Lab. The Murphy Lab Ultra Light Aged finish treatment, paired with lightly aged hardware, simulates decades of light play wear, giving it the unique character, vibe, and feel of an original example from the Gibson Golden Era.
Serial Number: 401713
Weight: 8.6 lbs
SKU: FB5ULPBNM1
Specifications
Body
Body Style: Firebird
Body Shape: Designer
Body Material: Layered Mahogany
Body Finish: Murphy Lab Aged Nitrocellulose Lacquer