Like the Les Paul, the ES-335 stands as one of Gibson's all-time most iconic models. The ES-335 is a semi-hollowbody guitar which means that it has a solid block of wood running through its center with hollow wings on either side. This construction style maintains the open tone of a hollowbody while helping to reduce feedback. The ES-335 was introduced in 1958 and has remained in production in various forms ever since. Starting in 1981, the model was referred to as the ES-335 Dot in reference to its use of dot inlays like the original models from the late '50s. In 1990, it was renamed the ES-335 Reissue.
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Neck | Mahogany with 1960 slim taper profile; Fingerboard - Rosewood with pearloid dot inlays; Number of frets - 22; Pickups - Two '57 Classic Humbuckers |
Body | Color - Vintage Sunburst; Top - Figured Maple; Back - Figured Maple; Sides - Figured Maple |
Controls | Two each tone and volume with three-way pickup selector switch |