Gibson 1961 ES-335 Reissue VB VOS
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Gibson
1961 ES-335 Reissue VB VOS
Product Info
Article Number:
485841
Brand:
Gibson
Model:
1961 ES-335 Reissue VB VOS
Category:
Semiacoustic Guitars
Price:
$5,622.10
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This 1961 ES-335 reissue is a serious contender for vintage tone aficionados. The VOS finish looks stunning, the neck profile is sublime, and those Custombuckers nail that classic ES-335 growl. It’s perfect for blues, jazz, and rock players seeking authentic vintage vibes and exceptional build quality.
Product Description
- Gibson 1961 ES-335 Reissue VB 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: Vintage burst VOS
- Includes case and certificate
- Made in USA
PROS
- • Exceptional '61 profile neck offers incredible playability and vintage feel.
- • Custombucker Alnico III pickups deliver that classic, warm, and articulate ES-335 tone.
- • VOS finish replicates aged vintage look while preserving resonance and feel.
- • Solid maple/poplar/maple construction provides balanced tone and sustain.
CONS
- • Premium-priced, represents a significant investment for most players.
- • Weight can be a factor for extended playing sessions; expect around 9-10 lbs.
- • Limited tonal versatility compared to more modern, higher-output pickup configurations.
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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 & lightweight aluminium tailpiece
Weight
9-10 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
The VOS finish is thinner and more porous, allowing the wood to resonate more freely and contributing to a more open, vintage tone compared to a thick gloss finish.
These are unpotted, which allows for more high-frequency response and a more dynamic, nuanced tone – a key characteristic of vintage pickups.
The '61 Skinny inCin profile is noticeably thinner and more rounded than many modern Gibson necks, offering a comfortable, vintage-style feel.
