Gibson 1959 ES-355 Reissue EB ULA
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Gibson
1959 ES-355 Reissue EB ULA
Product Info
Article Number:
504253
Brand:
Gibson
Model:
1959 ES-355 Reissue EB ULA
Category:
Semiacoustic Guitars
Price:
$7,368.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This ES-355 reissue is a serious contender for players chasing that classic Gibson vibe. The Murphy Lab build quality is undeniable, and the unpotted Custombuckers give it a really warm, vocal character. It’s a premium-priced instrument perfect for jazz, blues, and rock players who appreciate a refined, vintage feel and aren’t afraid of a bit of heft.
Product Description
- Gibson 1959 ES-355 Reissue EB ULA
- Electric guitar
- Murphy Lab model
- Body: Maple/ poplar/maple
- One-piece neck: Mahogany (Swietenia Macrophylla)
- Fingerboard: Ebony (Diospyros Crassflora)
- Pearl block fingerboard inlays
- Neck profile: Authentic '59 Medium "C
- 5-fold binding
- Split Diamond headstock inlay
- Scale: 628 mm
- 22 Frets
- Pickups: 2 unpotted Custombuckers AlNiCo III Humbucker
- 2 Volume and 2 tone controls
- ABR-1 bridge
- Aluminium stoptail
- Grover machine heads
- Gold plated hardware
- Finish: Ultra Light Aged with lacquer cracks
- Colour: Antique Ebony
- Incl. Case and custom shop certificate
- Made in USA
PROS
- • Exceptional maple/poplar body delivers resonant, focused tone.
- • The '59 Medium 'C' neck profile is supremely comfortable and playable.
- • Unpotted Custombuckers provide thick, vintage-voiced humbucking power.
- • Murphy Lab construction ensures meticulous attention to detail and quality.
CONS
- • The aged finish, while aesthetically pleasing, may not appeal to all buyers.
- • The ES-355 is inherently a heavier instrument; expect neck dive.
- • Limited tonal versatility compared to more modern, versatile pickups.
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Key Features
Body Material
Maple/Poplar/Maple
Neck Material
Mahogany (Swietenia Macrophylla)
Fingerboard
Ebony (Diospyros Crassflora)
Pickups
2 Unpotted Custombucker AlNiCo III Humbuckers
Scale Length
628 mm
Frets
22
Bridge
ABR-1 Bridge with Aluminium Stoptail
Weight
Approximately 10.5 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Ultra Light Aged finish doesn't significantly alter the tone, but the thinner lacquer allows for greater wood resonance.
Yes, the unpotted design makes them more accessible for modifications, but it's best left to experienced technicians.
The '59 Medium 'C' is slimmer and more rounded than many modern Gibson necks, offering a more vintage feel.
