Gibson 1961 ES-335 Reissue 60s CH HA
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Gibson
1961 ES-335 Reissue 60s CH HA
Product Info
Article Number:
504270
Brand:
Gibson
Model:
1961 ES-335 Reissue 60s CH HA
Category:
Semiacoustic Guitars
Price:
$8,028.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This is a serious recreation of a '61 ES-335, built by Gibson's Custom Shop with a beautifully aged finish. The tone is classic, warm, and articulate—perfect for blues, jazz, and vintage rock players seeking that authentic 60s vibe. It's a premium-priced instrument, but the craftsmanship and tone are genuinely exceptional.
Product Description
- Gibson 1961 ES-335 Reissue 60s CH HA
- Electric guitar
- Murphy Lab Model
- Body: Maple/Poplar/Maple
- Neck: Mahogany (Swietenia macrophylla)
- Fingerboard: Rosewood (Dalbergia Latifolia)
- Small block fingerboard inlays
- Neck profile: Authentic '61 Skinny "C"
- Royalite binding
- Holly Head veneer
- Scale: 628mm
- 22 Frets
- Pickups: 2 unpotted Custombuckers AlNiCo III Humbucker
- 2 Volume and 2 tone controls
- 3-way toggle switch
- CTS potentiometer
- Paper-in-oil capacitors
- ABR-1 bridge
- Lightweight aluminium tailpiece
- 5-ply pickguard
- Vintage double ring tulip tuners
- Nickel hardware
- Finish: Heavy Aged with heavy play marks
- Colour: '60s Cherry
- Incl. Case and custom shop certificate
- Made in USA
PROS
- • Murphy Lab build quality ensures meticulous attention to detail.
- • The '61 Skinny inCin neck profile is incredibly comfortable and fast.
- • Unpotted Custombuckers deliver a warm, responsive, and vintage-voiced tone.
- • Maple/Poplar/Maple body provides excellent resonance and sustain.
CONS
- • The heavy aged finish might not appeal to players preferring a pristine look.
- • The weight, typical of a 335, can be a factor for extended playing.
- • The limited pickup selection restricts versatility for modern genres.
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Maple/Poplar/Maple
Neck Material
Mahogany (Swietenia macrophylla)
Fingerboard
Rosewood (Dalbergia Latifolia)
Pickups
Unpotted Custombucker AlNiCo III Humbuckers
Scale Length
628mm (approximately 24.7 in)
Frets
22
Bridge
ABR-1
Weight
approximately 8.5 lbs (3.9 kg)
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Frequently Asked Questions
The finish is thin, allowing the wood to breathe more, potentially contributing to a more resonant tone. The aging itself doesn’t significantly alter the tone, but the finish application is key.
They are potted, which means modifications are more complex, but a qualified tech can certainly modify them for a personalized sound.
The '61 Skinny inCin profile is noticeably thinner and more rounded than most modern Gibson necks, offering a faster feel for many players.
