Gibson 1959 ES-355 Reissue WR LA
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Gibson
1959 ES-355 Reissue WR LA
Product Info
Article Number:
504262
Brand:
Gibson
Model:
1959 ES-355 Reissue WR LA
Category:
Semiacoustic Guitars
Price:
$8,679.00
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This ES-355 reissue is a serious contender for players chasing that classic Gibson tone and feel. The Murphy Lab build quality is evident, and the Watermelon Red finish is stunning. It’s a premium-priced instrument best suited for blues, jazz, and rock players who appreciate a warm, resonant voice and comfortable neck.
Product Description
- Gibson 1959 ES-355 Reissue WR LA
- Electric Guitar
- Murphy Lab Model
- Body: Maple/poplar/maple
- One-piece neck: Mahogany
- Fingerboard: Ebony
- Pearl block fingerboard inlays
- Neck profile: Authentic '59 Medium "C" neck profile
- 5-Ply binding
- Split Diamond headstock inlay
- Scale: 628 mm
- 22 frets
- Pickups: 2 Unpotted custom Alnico III humbuckers
- 2 Volume and 2 tone controls
- ABR-1 bridge
- Aluminium stoptail
- Grover Kidney machine heads
- Gold plated hardware
- Weight: 3.70 kg
- Finish: Light aging with slight play marks
- Colour: Watermelon Red
- Incl. case and custom shop certificate
- Made in USA
PROS
- • Maple/poplar body delivers a focused, articulate tone with warmth.
- • '59 Medium C neck profile provides exceptional comfort and playability.
- • Unpotted Alnico III humbuckers offer a raw, vintage-voiced, dynamic response.
- • Murphy Lab construction guarantees meticulous attention to detail and top-tier build quality.
CONS
- • The weight (3.70 kg) can be fatiguing for extended playing sessions.
- • Watermelon Red finish, while beautiful, may not appeal to all players.
- • The semi-hollow construction limits versatility for extremely heavy genres.
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Key Features
Body Material
Maple/Poplar/Maple
Neck Material
Mahogany
Fingerboard
Ebony with Pearl Block Inlays
Pickups
Unpotted Custom Alnico III Humbuckers
Scale Length
628 mm
Frets
22
Bridge
ABR-1 Bridge with Aluminium Stoptail
Weight
3.70 kg
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Frequently Asked Questions
The 355’s larger body and additional wood contribute to a richer, more resonant tone with a slightly more prominent low-end than a 335.
While beautiful, they are susceptible to chipping if not handled carefully, so mindful storage and cleaning are recommended.
Gibson has gone to great lengths to accurately reproduce the '59 Medium C profile, aiming for that classic feel and comfortable access across the fretboard.
