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Gibson ES-335 Cherry 1961

Gibson ES-335 Cherry 1961

The following specs were carefully collected and recorded by a skilled technician. For a more detailed description and questions regarding sound, feel, or cosmetic condition, please call to speak to one of our experts.

 

Summary
 

Finish: Original finish, with some minor black touchups on the headstock face where a crack has been repaired.

Top Material: Maple

Body Material: Maple

Neck Material: Mahogany

Fingerboard Material: Brazilian Rosewood

Neck Profile: "D" profile

Neck Thickness (IN): .83" (1st fret), .90" (12th fret)

Fingerboard Radius: 12.00"

Nut Width: 1-11/16"

Scale Length: 24-¾"

Electronics: Original pickups with "Patent Applied For" stickers, and original electronics with 3-way toggle switch and volume/tone controls for each pickup. The pot codes date to 1961.

Pickup Measurements: 7.6k (neck), 7.9k (bridge)

Hardware: The tailpiece has been replaced with a lightweight aluminum wraparound bridge from the same era.

Weight: 7lbs 4oz

Modifications / Repairs: -Headstock wing repair -Replaced tailpiece

Case Details: Original Hardshell Case

Cosmetic Condition: This vintage Gibson ES-3335 is in good condition, with mostly light checking and scratches on the glossy body and neck. There are a few small chips on the body, and the back and sides of the neck are nicely worn. There is a repaired crack along the treble headstock wing, which has been lightly touched up with black.

Serial Number: 40362

Tech Notes: The guitar plays well with low action and optimal neck relief. The frets are low with light play wear, and the truss rod is adjustable. The serial number dates the guitar to 1961.

$10,498.50

Original: $34,995.00

-70%
Gibson ES-335 Cherry 1961—

$34,995.00

$10,498.50
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Description

The following specs were carefully collected and recorded by a skilled technician. For a more detailed description and questions regarding sound, feel, or cosmetic condition, please call to speak to one of our experts.

 

Summary
 

Finish: Original finish, with some minor black touchups on the headstock face where a crack has been repaired.

Top Material: Maple

Body Material: Maple

Neck Material: Mahogany

Fingerboard Material: Brazilian Rosewood

Neck Profile: "D" profile

Neck Thickness (IN): .83" (1st fret), .90" (12th fret)

Fingerboard Radius: 12.00"

Nut Width: 1-11/16"

Scale Length: 24-¾"

Electronics: Original pickups with "Patent Applied For" stickers, and original electronics with 3-way toggle switch and volume/tone controls for each pickup. The pot codes date to 1961.

Pickup Measurements: 7.6k (neck), 7.9k (bridge)

Hardware: The tailpiece has been replaced with a lightweight aluminum wraparound bridge from the same era.

Weight: 7lbs 4oz

Modifications / Repairs: -Headstock wing repair -Replaced tailpiece

Case Details: Original Hardshell Case

Cosmetic Condition: This vintage Gibson ES-3335 is in good condition, with mostly light checking and scratches on the glossy body and neck. There are a few small chips on the body, and the back and sides of the neck are nicely worn. There is a repaired crack along the treble headstock wing, which has been lightly touched up with black.

Serial Number: 40362

Tech Notes: The guitar plays well with low action and optimal neck relief. The frets are low with light play wear, and the truss rod is adjustable. The serial number dates the guitar to 1961.

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