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Gibson USA ES-335 in Dark Purple Burst
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The store is open 10am - 6pm Monday to Saturday and 11am - 5pm Sunday and bank holidays.
The stock information shows the quantity of units that are available to purchase at the Guildford store and the quantity of units that are available at our off-site Guildford warehouse. These stock levels are updated in real time.
Our Click and Collect service is available at our Guildford store from 10am - 6pm Monday to Saturday, and 11am - 5pm on Sunday. You can either choose click and collect as your delivery option online or, during store opening hours, call our sales team at 01483 456777 to place a 10% deposit.
If you have placed your order online, you will receive a confirmation email of your order and a separate follow-up text or email to confirm when your item is ready for collection.
Please do not come to the store before you have received the follow-up message, as your order may not yet be ready at the store.
If the only available stock is in our off-site warehouse it can be brought to the store location for you to try - you just need to contact the store within opening hours. Please note any requests received after 3.30pm will not arrive at the store until the following morning.
Please be aware that, unless you have paid a deposit to reserve the item, it will continue to be free, both online and in-store, for another customer to buy. Therefore we would advise you to place a 10% deposit by either using the on-line click and collect service or calling us 01483 456777.
SKU: ES3500PUNH3_208540279
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Product Description
The Gibson USA ES-335 in Dark Purple Burst effortlessly bridges classic style and modern performance, delivering everything you’d expect from a flagship semi-hollow electric guitar. With over six decades of history behind it, the ES-335 has become a true icon, beloved by players for its unmatched versatility, signature tone, and timeless looks. Whether you’re searching for rich, articulate cleans or biting classic rock leads, this ES-335 is a must-have for discerning musicians and collectors alike.
This model features the legendary semi-hollow ES-335 body crafted from a 3-ply maple/poplar/maple construction, paired with a solid maple center block and spruce bracing for optimal resonance and sustain. The gloss nitrocellulose lacquer finish in striking Dark Purple Burst ensures you’ll turn heads on any stage. The rounded "C" mahogany neck and rosewood fingerboard with acrylic dot inlays give a familiar, vintage-inspired feel, while the handwired T-Type humbuckers and premium hardware provide the playability and reliability demanded by professionals.
Every detail has been carefully considered, from the lightweight aluminum ABR-1 bridge and stop bar tailpiece to the vintage deluxe tuners and classic black top hat knobs. This ES-335 is ready to handle everything from jazz and blues to rock and soul, making it the perfect centerpiece for your guitar collection.
Legendary Semi-Hollow Design
The ES-335’s 3-ply maple/poplar/maple body with a solid maple center block delivers the balance of warmth, clarity, and sustain that has made this model famous since 1958. The semi-hollow construction ensures rich acoustic resonance while maintaining excellent feedback resistance, making it ideal for both live performance and studio recording.
Vintage Feel, Modern Playability
With its rounded "C" mahogany neck profile and smooth rosewood fingerboard, this ES-335 plays as comfortably as the golden-era originals. Medium jumbo frets and a 12-inch fingerboard radius provide effortless bends and fast runs, while the acrylic dot inlays add a touch of classic Gibson style.
Handwired T-Type Pickups
Loaded with calibrated T-Type humbuckers in the neck and bridge positions, the ES-335 boasts the signature Gibson ES tone: warm, articulate, and responsive, with enough bite and clarity to cut through any mix. The handwired control assembly, complete with 500K potentiometers and Orange Drop capacitors, ensures dynamic expression and tonal versatility.
Premium Hardware and Appointments
Every aspect of the ES-335 is built for reliable performance. The vintage deluxe tuners with keystone buttons offer rock-solid tuning stability, while the lightweight aluminum ABR-1 bridge and stop bar tailpiece maximize sustain and resonance. Stylish touches like the cream binding, black 5-ply pickguard, and Dark Purple Burst finish elevate the instrument’s visual appeal.
Key Features
- Iconic Semi-Hollow Body - The 3-ply maple/poplar/maple construction with a solid maple center block delivers legendary Gibson resonance and sustain with excellent feedback resistance for stage and studio work.
- Handwired T-Type Humbuckers - Calibrated for each position and handwired with Orange Drop capacitors, these pickups capture the classic ES-335 voice, from smooth jazz to biting rock tones.
- Vintage-Inspired Playability - Rounded "C" mahogany neck, rosewood fingerboard, and medium jumbo frets provide a comfortable, familiar feel for hours of effortless playing.
- Premium Hardware - Vintage deluxe tuners, an ABR-1 bridge, and aluminum stop bar tailpiece deliver stable tuning and enhanced sustain, while the gloss nitro finish ensures durability and a stunning look.
Specifications
Body
- Body Style: ES
- Body Shape: ES-335
- Top: 3-ply Maple/Poplar/Maple
- Back: 3-ply Maple/Poplar/Maple
- Bracing: Spruce
- Centerblock: Maple
- Binding: Single-ply Cream
- Finish: Gloss Nitrocellulose Lacquer
- Colour: Dark Purple Burst
Neck
- Profile: Rounded "C"
- Scale Length: 628.65 mm / 24.75 in
- Neck Material: Mahogany
- Fingerboard: Rosewood with Acrylic Dot Inlays
- Fingerboard Radius: 304.8 mm / 12 in
- Fret Count: 22
- Frets: Medium Jumbo
- Nut Material: Graph Tech
- Nut Width: 43.053 mm / 1.695 in
- End Of Board Width: 57.404 mm / 2.26 in
Hardware
- Finish: Nickel
- Bridge: ABR-1 Tune-O-Matic
- Tailpiece: Aluminum Stop Bar
- Tuning Machines: Vintage Deluxe with Keystone Button
- Pickguard: Black 5-ply
- Control Knobs: Black Top Hat with Silver Reflector
- Switch Tip: Cream
Electronics
- Neck Pickup: Calibrated T-Type, Rhythm
- Bridge Pickup: Calibrated T-Type, Lead
- Controls: 2 Volume, 2 Tone, Hand-wired with 500K potentiometers and Orange Drop Capacitors
- Pickup Selector: 3-way Toggle
- Output Jack: 1/4"
Miscellaneous
- String Gauge: .010, .013, .017, .026, .036, .046
- Case: Hardshell Included
- Accessories: Gibson Accessory Kit