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Hollow and Semi-Hollow Body

Gibson ES-335 1966, Sunburst

$7,250.00
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InstrumentHollow and Semi-Hollow Body
BrandGibson
ModelES-335
FinishSunburst
SKUGE2716-A
HandednessRight
Made In Year1966
Body MaterialMaple/ Mahogany
Neck/FingerboardMahogany/ Indian Rosewood
TunersModern Kluson
Weight8.0lbs
Scale Length24.75"
Nut Width1.58"
Neck ProfileC
Neck Depth.83"- 1.00"
Radius12"
ElectronicsPatent No. Sticker Pickups (untouched) with Original Harness
Pickup ImpedanceNeck - 7.4k; Bridge - 9.6k
Contains Brazilian Rosewood (Y/N)N
Case1960s Black ESS & ESS with Gold Velvet Lining
Modifications/RepairsHeadstock repair with refinished veneer and dark burst lacquer on rear, reglued fingerboard at lower bass side extension, replacement kluson tuners in place of previous grover rotomatics, refret, stop tail conversion with nickel caps over holes, replacement strap buttons, replacement switch tip, replacement bone nut, replacement ABR1 bridge, added water decal
1 9/16”1.563”
1 5/8”1.625”
1 11/16”1.688”
1 3/4”1.750”
1 7/8”1.875”

The 1966 ES-335 shines as a prime illustration of Gibson's classic semi-hollow body guitars. Adorned with its iconic sunburst finish, this specific model has been subject to various repairs and modifications aimed at improving playability while preserving its vintage charm. The original trapeze tailpiece has been reinstalled after it held a post-factory conversion stop tailpeice. An old headstock repair has remained stable and the lacquer overspray on the face and back has aged gracefully. Additionally, this guitar was previously fitted with Grovers, but has since had its reproduction Kluson tuners installed with conversion bushings. This guitar is a remarkable player-grade ES-335, offering a more approachable price compared to fully original pieces. Oh, and this one has an untouched set of the coveted transitional Patent No. Sticker humbuckers; PAF-like tones for days.

1960s ESS & ESS black cloth covered hardshell with gold velvet lining.

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