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Gibson ES-335 Figured Top Electric Guitar - Antique Natural - MusicStreet

Gibson ES-335 Figured Top Electric Guitar - Antique Natural

Name: Gibson ES-335 Figured Top Electric Guitar - Antique Natural
Brand: Gibson
SKU: ES35F00ANNH1
Price: 3199.0 GBP
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Gibson ES-335 Figured Top Electric Guitar - Antique Natural

£3,199.00

The ES-335 model is one of the most recognisable in Gibson’s iconic instrument range. Considered by many as the quintessential semi-hollow guitar, this particular model is adorned with a stunning Figured maple top for that premium look. Typically, the ES-335 appeals to traditional players, but with its modern appointments; we think the USA ES-335 Figured will be seen in the hands of many current musicians too.

Construction

The ES-335 is regarded for its elegant semi-hollow body, which allows you to achieve bright and open sounds with plenty of natural acoustic-like volume. Formed from a 3-ply AAA figured maple/poplar combination, these tonewoods give this guitar plenty of vibrancy and top-end definition.

To add some warmth, the ES-335's body is paired with a quarter sawn mahogany neck; topped with a rosewood fingerboard for a silky feel under the fingers.. The neck has a comfortable rounded “C” profile, feeling substantial in the hands without being too chunky or cumbersome. The ES-335 Figured's rolled binding also offers a smoother feel, with a sleek transition between the side of the neck and the fretboard.

Electronics & Hardware

A double-dose of medium-output T-Type humbucking pickups give this instrument a rounded, warm tone. More responsive to your playing dynamics, these pickups lend themselves to expressive players. Although semi-hollow guitars are more synonymous with clean jazz players, with distortion these humbuckers can sound fairly raunchy and bold; meaning they're not just one trick ponies by any means.

The Gibson USA ES-335 Figured comes installed with an ABR-1 Tune-O-Matic bridge, providing a stable and solid feel under the picking hand. With its simple and accessible design making it easy to adjust your action and intonation, you can easily manipulate your setup on-the-fly. Fitted with Titanium saddles, these offer better sustain, intonation and longevity.

Body
Body Shape: 335
Top: 3-ply AAA Figured Maple/Poplar/Maple
Back: 3-ply AAA Figured Maple/Poplar/Maple
Bracing: Thermally Engineered Quarter-Sawn Adirondack Spruce
Centerblock: Thermally Engineered Maple
Binding: Single-ply Cream
Finish: Gloss Nitrocellulose Lacquer
Neck
Material: Mahogany
Profile: Rounded "C"
Scale Length: 24.75"
Fingerboard Material: Rosewood
Fingerboard Radius: 12"
Number Of Frets: 22
Frets: Medium Jumbo
Nut Material: Graph Tech
Nut Width: 1.695"
End of Board Width: 2.26"
Inlays: Acrylic Small Blocks
Hardware
Finish: Nickel
Bridge: ABR-1 Tune-O-Matic
Tailpiece: Aluminum Stop Bar
Tuning Machines: Vintage Deluxe w/ Keystone Buttons
Pickguard: Black 5-ply
Control Knobs: Black Top Hats with Silver Reflector
Switch Tip: Cream
Electronics
Neck Pickup: Calibrated T-Type, Rhythm
Bridge Pickup: Calibrated T-Type, Lead
Controls: 2 Volumes, 1 Tone & Toggle Switch (Hand-wired with Orange Drop Capacitors)
Miscellaneous
Strings: .010, .013, .017, .026, .036, .046
Case: Hard Shell Case
Accessories: Includes Gibson Accessory Kit