Gibson Custom 1959 ES-335 Reissue VOS, Vintage Natural

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Unmatched vintage authenticity

The Gibson Custom 1959 ES-335 Reissue VOS is a remarkable recreation of an iconic guitar from Gibson's golden era. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, this reissue captures the look, feel, and sound of the original 1959 ES-335. From the shape of the body to the distinctive Medium C-shape neck profile, each element has been painstakingly replicated. Even the fingerboard’s pearloid dot inlays and the Kluson tuners stay true to the original design, ensuring that you experience the charm and authenticity of a true vintage instrument every time you play.

murphy lab ultra heavy aged finish

One of the standout features of this reissue is its Murphy Lab Ultra Heavy Aged finish. This expertly applied treatment replicates the look of a guitar that has been played and cherished for decades, with a stunningly realistic appearance of wear and ageing. The finish makes this beauty feel like it's straight from the '50s, while the hardware has been aged to match, adding to the vintage authenticity of this ES-335.

premium tone with custombucker pickups

At the heart of the Gibson Custom 1959 ES-335 Reissue VOS are the Custombucker Alnico 3 pickups. These unpotted pickups deliver a rich, dynamic tone that perfectly captures the warmth and clarity of a classic Gibson. From smooth jazz to gritty blues and soaring rock, these pickups provide a versatile tonal range with perfect note articulation. Combined with high-quality CTS 500K audio taper potentiometers and paper-in-oil capacitors, this guitar delivers vintage-inspired tone with modern reliability, letting you traverse decades of musical genres with ease.

superb playability and classic hardware

Beyond its stunning looks and vintage tone, the Gibson Custom 1959 ES-335 Reissue VOS offers an exceptional playing experience. The Medium C-shape neck, scanned directly from original 1959 models, provides a comfortable and familiar feel, while the authentic medium-jumbo frets ensure smooth, effortless playability. The lightweight aluminium stop bar tailpiece and ABR-1 bridge enhance sustain and resonance, delivering the kind of performance that guitarists love. With its long tenon, hide glue neck joint, and precision craftsmanship, this reissue offers stability and playability that can be trusted on stage and in the studio.

Specifications

• Product Name: Gibson Custom 1959 ES-335 Reissue VOS, Vintage Natural
• Product Code: 59ES335VOVNNH1

Body

• Body Style: ES
• Body Shape: ES-335
• Body Material: 3-ply Maple/Poplar/Maple
• Centerblock: Solid Maple
• Binding: 1-Ply Royalite
• Body Finish: Murphy Lab Aged Nitrocellulose Lacquer
• Weight Relief: None

Neck & fretboard

• Profile: Medium C
• Scale Length: 628.65 mm / 24.75 in
• Fingerboard Material: Indian Rosewood
• Fingerboard Radius: 304.8 mm / 12 in
• Neck Material: Solid Mahogany
• Fret Count: 22
• Frets: Authentic Medium-Jumbo
• Nut Material: Nylon
• Nut Width: 42.85 mm / 1.687 in
• Inlays: Pearloid Dot
• Joint: Long Tenon, Hide Glue Fit

Hardware & electronics

• Finish: Nickel; Murphy Lab Heavy Aged
• Bridge: ABR-1
• Saddle Material: Nickel-plated Brass
• Tailpiece: Lightweight Aluminium Stop Bar
• Tuning Machines: Kluson Single Line, Single Ring
• Pickguard: Black 5-Ply Wide Bevel
• Truss Rod: Authentic 1950s No-Tube
• Truss Rod Cover: Authentic Stepped 2-Ply
• Control Knobs: Gold Butyrate Top Hats with Dial Pointers
• Switch Tip: Amber Catalin
• Strap Buttons: Cream Plastic
• Mounting Rings: Black M69 Medium & Tall
• Pickup Covers: Authentic Profile Nickel Silver
• Neck Pickup: Custombucker Alnico 3 (Unpotted)
• Bridge Pickup: Custombucker Alnico 3 (Unpotted)
• Controls: 2 Volume, 2 Tone, CTS 500K Audio Taper Potentiometers, Paper-in-Oil Capacitors
• Pickup Selector: 3-Way Switchcraft
• Output Jack: 1/4" Switchcraft
• Strings Gauge: .010, .013, .017, .026, .036, .046
• Case: Aged Brown/Pink Lifton Reissue 5-Latch Case
• Accessories: Certificate of Authenticity