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
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.
Detailed Specifications
Serial Number: 751260
Weight: 8.2 lbs
Body
Body Shape: Les Paul
Top: 2-Piece Plain Maple, Hide Glue Fit
Back: 1-Piece Lightweight Mahogany
Binding: 1-Ply Royalite
Weight Relief: None
Finish: Nitrocellulose VOS (Vintage Patina)
Neck
Material: Solid Mahogany
Profile: '50s Rounded Medium C
Scale Length: 24.75"
Fingerboard Material: Indian Rosewood, Hide Glue Fit
Accessories: Gibson Custom Switchplate Medallion (w/ Historic Brown Plastic Cover in Case), Certificate of Authenticity Booklet, Historic Reissue Hang Tags