Gibson 1959 ES 335 Reissue ASB LA

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Gibson 1959 ES 335 Reissue ASB LA

Gibson

1959 ES 335 Reissue ASB LA

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Product Info

Article Number: 606035
Brand: Gibson
Model: 1959 ES 335 Reissue ASB LA
Price: $9,216.90

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This is a seriously dialed-in recreation of a legendary instrument. The combination of the poplar core, maple caps, and those unpotted Custombuckers gives it a really sweet, vocal quality – perfect for jazz, blues, or classic rock tones. It’s a premium-priced instrument aimed at the discerning player seeking that authentic vintage vibe.

Product Description

  • Gibson 1959 ES 335 Reissue ASB LA
  • Electric Guitar
  • Custom Shop model
  • Body: Maple/poplar/maple
  • Binding: Royalite
  • Headstock veneer: Holly
  • Neck: Mahogany
  • Fingerboard: Rosewood
  • Neck profile: Authentic '59 Medium "C"
  • Fingerboard inlays: Pearloid dots
  • Scale: 628 mm
  • 22 Authentic medium jumbo frets
  • Pickup: 2 Custombucker Alnico III (Unpotted) Humbucker
  • 2 Volume and 2 tone controls
  • 3-Way switch
  • CTS pots
  • Paper-in-oil capacitors
  • 5-Ply pickguard
  • ABR-1 bridge with brass saddles and lightweight aluminium tailpiece
  • Vintage single ring tulip tuners
  • Haardware: Nickel
  • Finish: Light Aged
  • Colour: Antique Sparkling Burgundy
  • Includes case and certificate
  • Made in USA
PROS
  • • Custombucker Alnico III pickups deliver authentic, warm, and articulate vintage tones.
  • • Maple/Poplar/Maple construction provides a balanced and resonant sonic foundation.
  • • The '59 Medium 'C' neck profile offers exceptional comfort and playability.
  • • Nickel hardware and aged finish enhance vintage aesthetics and feel.
CONS
  • • The weight, typical of 335s, can be fatiguing during extended playing sessions.
  • • The Antique Sparkling Burgundy finish, while beautiful, may show wear more readily.
  • • Limited tonal versatility compared to guitars with more modern pickup configurations.

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Key Features

Body Material Maple/Poplar/Maple
Neck Material Mahogany
Fingerboard Rosewood
Pickups Custombucker Alnico III (Unpotted) Humbuckers
Scale Length 628 mm
Frets 22 Authentic medium jumbo frets
Bridge ABR-1 with brass saddles and lightweight aluminium tailpiece
Weight 8.5 lbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

The Alnico III pickups offer a more open and airy sound with a slightly warmer and less compressed feel compared to the more common Alnico II Pro, really capturing that '59 ES 335 character.
It's primarily cosmetic, but the thinner finish often allows the wood to breathe a little more, potentially contributing to a slightly more resonant tone – although the difference is subtle.
While all aim for the same core vibe, the Custom Shop build quality and specific pickup recipe in this 'LA' model offer a notably refined and accurate recreation of the original.

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