Gibson 59 ES355 Reissue Aluminum Stop Bar VOS Ebony
The King of the ES Models
What could be better than the legendary ES-335? The ES-355!
The ES-355 starts with all the features that make the ES-335 iconic – the feedback-resistant semi-hollowbody construction, the two humbucking pickups with individual volume and tone controls, the legendary sonic versatility and exceptional playability – and kicks it into overdrive with an ebony fretboard that’s adorned with 50s pattern mother of pearl block inlays and 22 authentic medium jumbo frets. A split diamond headstock inlay, multi-ply binding, and gold hardware further reinforce the fact that the ES-355 is the top of the line ES™ model. This expertly crafted Custom Shop rendition’s attention to detail makes it an outstanding recreation of the legendary and highly-prized 1959 ES-355. A five latch Lifton™ case is also included.
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.
Specs
Type |
Hollow Body; Centre-Block |
Colour |
Vintage Natural |
Orientation |
Right Handed |
Number of Strings |
6 |
Body Shape |
ES-335 |
Body Material |
3-ply Maple/Poplar/Maple |
Body Finish |
Nitrocellulose VOS (Vintage Patina) |
Neck Material |
Mahogany |
Neck Shape |
50s Rounded Medium C |
Fretboard Material |
Ebony |
Number of Frets |
22 |
Fretboard Inlays |
1950s Pattern Mother of Pearl |
Fret Size |
Authentic Medium-Jumbo |
Fretboard Radius |
12″ (304mm) |
Nut Material |
Nylon |
Nut Width |
1.687″(42.85mm) |
Neck Pickups |
Custombucker Alnico 3 (Unpotted) |
Bridge Pickups |
Custombucker Alnico 3 (Unpotted) |
Controls |
2 X Volume, 2 X Tone; CTS® 500 k Audio Taper Potentiometers, Paper-in-Oil Capacitors, 3-Way Toggle Switch |
Pickguard |
Multi-Ply Bound Celluloid |
Bridge |
ABR-1 Bridge with Lightweight Aluminum Stop Bar Tailpiece |
Tuners |
Kluson Waffleback with Pearloid Tips |
Strings |
.010, .013, .017, .026, .036, .046 |
Case/ Bag |
Included: Lifton™ Custom Shop Hardshell |