The Gibson Custom Shop 50s ES-335 is a masterfully crafted reissue that captures the resonant tone, refined elegance, and rich character of the original. With its solid maple center block, carefully selected maple/poplar/maple tonewood layers, and arched top construction, this instrument offers exceptional sustain, warmth, and dynamic response. The f-holes contribute to its airy, open resonance, making it a perfect blend of semi-hollow warmth and solid-body clarity.

Equipped with hand-wound Custombucker Alnico 3 humbuckers, this ES-335 delivers a broad tonal palette—from warm, throaty jazz chords to expressive, singing blues leads and smoky, growling rock tones. The 1950s Rounded Medium C neck profile provides a comfortable, vintage-correct feel, while the solid ebony fretboard with mother-of-pearl inlays ensures smooth playability and a luxurious touch.

Period-accurate details such as the long tenon hide-glue neck joint, Kluson Waffleback tuners, gold-plated hardware, and multi-ply bound celluloid pickguard make this ES-335 as visually stunning as it is sonically iconic. Whether you're looking for vintage authenticity or a versatile guitar with timeless appeal, the Gibson Custom Shop 50s ES-335 delivers in every aspect.

Specifications:

• Body Style: ES
• Body Shape: ES-335
• Body Material: 3-ply Maple/Poplar/Maple
• Center Block: Solid Maple
• Binding: Multi-ply
• Finish: Nitrocellulose VOS (Vintage Patina)
• Weight Relief: None
• Neck Profile: 50s Rounded Medium C
• Scale Length: 24.75" (628.65 mm)
• Fingerboard Material: Ebony
• Fingerboard Radius: 12" (304.8 mm)
• Neck Material: Solid Mahogany
• Frets: 22 Authentic Medium-Jumbo
• Nut Material: Nylon
• Nut Width: 1.687" (42.85 mm)
• Inlays: 1950s Pattern Mother of Pearl
• Neck Joint: Long Tenon, Hide Glue Fit
• Finish: Gold
• Bridge: ABR-1
• Saddle Material: Nickel-plated Brass
• Tailpiece: Lightweight Aluminum Stopbar
• Tuning Machines: Kluson Waffleback with Pearloid Tips
• Pickguard: Multi-ply Bound Celluloid
• Truss Rod: Authentic 1950s No-Tube
• Truss Rod Cover: Vintage-style Stepped 2-ply
• Control Knobs: Amber or Black Butyrate Top Hats
• Switch Tip: Amber Catalin
• Strap Buttons: Cream Plastic
• Pickup Mounting Rings: Black M69 (Medium & Long)
• Pickup Covers: Authentic Profile Gold-plated Nickel Silver
• Neck Pickup: Custombucker Alnico 3 (Unpotted)
• Bridge Pickup: Custombucker Alnico 3 (Unpotted)
• Controls: 2 Volume, 2 Tone (CTS 500K Audio Taper Potentiometers, Paper-in-Oil Capacitors)
• Pickup Selector: 3-Way Switchcraft Toggle
• Output Jack: Switchcraft
• Serial Number: A930153