Gibson 1961 ES-335 Reissue 60s CH VOS
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Gibson
1961 ES-335 Reissue 60s CH VOS
Product Info
Article Number:
485839
Brand:
Gibson
Model:
1961 ES-335 Reissue 60s CH VOS
Category:
Semiacoustic Guitars
Price:
$5,744.20
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This is a seriously impressive reissue, nailing the feel and tone of a '61 ES-335. The Custom Shop build shines through, and those unpotted Custombuckers are a revelation. It's perfect for players seeking that warm, woody vintage vibe for blues, jazz, and classic rock – if you're a serious player with a premium budget, this is a worthy contender.
Product Description
- Gibson 1961 ES-335 Reissue 60s CH VOS
- Electric Guitar
- Custom Shop
- Maple / poplar / maple body
- Mahogany neck
- Rosewood fretboard
- Authentic '61 Skinny "C" profile
- Royalite binding
- Holly Head veneer
- 22 Frets
- 628 mm Scale
- Pearloid Dot inlays
- 2 x Custombucker Alnico III (unpotted) humbucker pickups
- 2 x Volume
- 2 x tone controls
- 3-Way toggle switch
- CTS pots
- Paper-in-oil capacitors
- ABR-1 bridge & lightweight aluminium tailpiece
- Nickel hardware
- 5-Ply pickguard
- Vintage double ring tulip machine heads
- Finish: 60s Cherry VOS
- Includes case and certificate
- Made in USA
PROS
- • Exceptional Custom Shop build quality; flawless finish work
- • Unpotted Custombucker Alnico III pickups deliver authentic vintage tone
- • 60s 'Skinny inCin' neck profile is incredibly comfortable and playable
- • Maple/Poplar/Maple construction yields balanced resonance and sustain
CONS
- • High-end price point places it out of reach for many players
- • The lightweight tailpiece can feel a bit 'floppy' to some
- • Limited tonal versatility compared to more modern pickup configurations
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Maple/Poplar/Maple
Neck Material
Mahogany
Fingerboard
Rosewood
Pickups
Custombucker Alnico III (unpotted)
Scale Length
628 mm
Frets
22
Bridge
ABR-1
Weight
8.5 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
The 'Skinny inCin' profile is noticeably thinner and more rounded than the later '50s or '60s rounded necks, offering a more vintage feel.
These are unpotted, which contributes to a more open, airy, and dynamic tone with increased upper harmonics compared to potted pickups.
The VOS finish removes a layer of finish, allowing the wood to breathe more freely, subtly enhancing resonance and sustain, though the tonal difference is relatively minor.
