Gibson 1959 ES-335 Reissue EB ULA
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Gibson
1959 ES-335 Reissue EB ULA
Product Info
Article Number:
523010
Brand:
Gibson
Model:
1959 ES-335 Reissue EB ULA
Category:
Semiacoustic Guitars
Price:
$6,598.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This is a seriously well-made ES-335, clearly a labor of love from Gibson's Murphy Lab. The vintage-correct specs and aged finish give it an undeniable vibe, and the pickups really nail that classic, warm tone. It's a premium-priced instrument ideal for players seeking authentic vintage ES-335 character and top-tier craftsmanship.
Product Description
- Gibson 1959 ES-335 Reissue EB ULA
- Electric guitar
- Murphy Lab model
- 3-Ply laminated body: Maple / poplar / maple
- Neck: Mahogany (Swietenia macrophylla)
- Fingerboard: Rosewood (Dalbergia Latifolia)
- Dot fretboard inlays
- Neck profile: Authentic '59 Medium C
- Scale: 628 mm
- Royalite binding
- Holly Head veneer
- 22 Frets
- Pickups: 2 custom AlNiCo III unpotted humbuckers
- 2 Volume and 2 tone controls
- 3-Way toggle switch
- CTS pots
- Paper-in-oil capacitors
- 5-Ply pickguard
- ABR-1 bridge
- Lightweight aluminium tailpiece
- Vintage double ring tulip tuners
- Nickel hardware
- Finish: Ultra Light Aged - lacquer cracks
- Colour: Ebony
- Incl. case and certificate
- Made in USA
PROS
- • Murphy Lab construction guarantees exceptional build quality and detail.
- • The unpotted AlNiCo III pickups deliver warm, responsive vintage tones.
- • Ebony finish and ULA aging offer stunning aesthetics and a unique character.
- • Mahogany neck with '59 Medium C profile provides comfortable, classic feel.
CONS
- • The ES-335 body construction results in a noticeably heavier instrument.
- • The ULA finish, while beautiful, might not appeal to all players.
- • The short scale length can feel cramped for guitarists with larger hands.
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Maple/Poplar/Maple 3-Ply Laminate
Neck Material
Mahogany (Swietenia macrophylla)
Fingerboard
Rosewood (Dalbergia Latifolia)
Pickups
2 Custom AlNiCo III Unpotted Humbuckers
Scale Length
628 mm
Frets
22
Bridge
ABR-1
Weight
8.5 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
The ULA aging process, while primarily aesthetic, subtly alters the wood's resonance, often contributing to a slightly more open and 'broken-in' tone.
Royalite is a durable and stable alternative to traditional binding, while the holly head veneer adds a touch of elegance; neither significantly impacts the guitar's sonic performance.
While the weight is a factor, the balanced design and comfortable neck profile help mitigate it; however, longer playing sessions may require some acclimation.
