The King of the ES Models
Gibson Custom Shop is the pinnacle of craftsmanship, quality, and sound excellence. Each instrument celebrates Gibson's legacy through accuracy, authenticity, and attention to detail.
What could be better than the legendary ES-335? The ES-355! The ES-355 starts with all the features that make the ES-335 iconic - the feedback-resistant semi-hollowbody construction, the two humbucking pickups with individual volume and tone controls, the legendary sonic versatility and exceptional playability - and kicks it into overdrive with an ebony fretboard that's adorned with 50s pattern mother of pearl block inlays and 22 authentic medium jumbo frets. A split diamond headstock inlay, multi-ply binding, and gold hardware further reinforce the fact that the ES-355 is the top of the line ES™ model. This expertly crafted Custom Shop rendition's attention to detail makes it an outstanding recreation of the legendary and highly-prized 1959 ES-355. It features Ultra Light Aging by the skilled artisans of the Murphy Lab. The Murphy Lab Ultra Light Aged finish treatment, paired with lightly aged hardware, simulates decades of light play wear, giving it the unique character, vibe, and feel of an original example from the Gibson Golden Era. A five latch Lifton™ case is also included.
Specifications
Body Specs
Body Specs
Binding Multi-ply
Body Finish Murphy Lab Aged Nitrocellulose Lacquer
Body Material 3-ply Maple/Poplar/Maple
Body Shape ES-335
Body Styles ES
Centerblock Solid Maple
Weight Relief None
Neck Specs
Neck Specs
End Of Board Width 56.89mm / 2.24in
Fingerboard Material Ebony
Fingerboard Radius 304.8mm / 12.0in
Fret Count 22
Frets Authentic Medium-Jumbo
Inlays 1950s Pattern Mother of Pearl
Joint Long Tenon, Hide Glue Fit
Neck Material Solid Mahogany
Nut Material Nylon
Nut Width 42.85mm / 1.69in
Profile Medium C
Scale Length 628.65mm / 24.75in
Electronics Specs
Electronics Specs
Bridge Pickup Custombucker Alnico 3
Controls 2 Volume, 2 Tone; CTS® 500 k Audio Taper Potentiometers, Paper-in-Oil Capacitors
Neck Pickup Custombucker Alnico 3
Output Jack 1/4" Switchcraft
Pickup Selector 3-Way Switchcraft
Hardware Specs
Hardware Specs
Bridge ABR-1
Control Knobs Black Butyrate Top Hats with Dial Pointers
finish Gold; Murphy Lab Light Aged
Mounting Rings Black M69 Medium & Tall
Pickguard Multi-Ply Bound Celluloid
Pickup Covers Authentic Profile Gold-plated Nickel Silver
Saddle Material Nickel-plated Brass
Strap Buttons Cream Plastic
Switch Tip Amber Catalin
Tailpiece Lightweight Aluminum Stop Bar
Truss Rod Authentic 1950s No-Tube
Truss Rod Cover Authentic Stepped 2-Ply
Tuner Plating Gold
Tuning Machines Grover Kidney
Misc Specs
Misc Specs
Accessories Certificate of Authenticity
Model: 59ES355ULEBGH1
Case Lifton™ 5-latch Custom Shop Hardshell
Headstock Inlay Gibson logo and Custom Split Diamond in Mother of Pearl
Strings Gauge .010, .013, .017, .026, .036, .046
Gibson Custom 1959 ES-355 Reissue, Ultra Light Aged, Ebony
Gibson Custom 1959 ES-355 Reissue, Ultra Light Aged, Ebony
Lifetime Warranty
Lifetime Warranty
Shop and play with confidence knowing that your instrument is protected by our limited lifetime warranty. Learn more about warranties and exclusions here .
Case Included
Case Included
Your instrument ships with a factory-supplied hard- or soft-shell case for safe storage and transportation. Please refer to the product specifications for details.
Setup Included
Setup Included
Our craftory-trained technicians perform a final thorough inspection and detailed setup moments before your instrument is packed and shipped to you.
The King of the ES Models
Gibson Custom Shop is the pinnacle of craftsmanship, quality, and sound excellence. Each instrument celebrates Gibson's legacy through accuracy, authenticity, and attention to detail.
What could be better than the legendary ES-335? The ES-355! The ES-355 starts with all the features that make the ES-335 iconic - the feedback-resistant semi-hollowbody construction, the two humbucking pickups with individual volume and tone controls, the legendary sonic versatility and exceptional playability - and kicks it into overdrive with an ebony fretboard that's adorned with 50s pattern mother of pearl block inlays and 22 authentic medium jumbo frets. A split diamond headstock inlay, multi-ply binding, and gold hardware further reinforce the fact that the ES-355 is the top of the line ES™ model. This expertly crafted Custom Shop rendition's attention to detail makes it an outstanding recreation of the legendary and highly-prized 1959 ES-355. It features Ultra Light Aging by the skilled artisans of the Murphy Lab. The Murphy Lab Ultra Light Aged finish treatment, paired with lightly aged hardware, simulates decades of light play wear, giving it the unique character, vibe, and feel of an original example from the Gibson Golden Era. A five latch Lifton™ case is also included.
Specifications
Body Specs
Body Specs
Binding Multi-ply
Body Finish Murphy Lab Aged Nitrocellulose Lacquer
Body Material 3-ply Maple/Poplar/Maple
Body Shape ES-335
Body Styles ES
Centerblock Solid Maple
Weight Relief None
Neck Specs
Neck Specs
End Of Board Width 56.89mm / 2.24in
Fingerboard Material Ebony
Fingerboard Radius 304.8mm / 12.0in
Fret Count 22
Frets Authentic Medium-Jumbo
Inlays 1950s Pattern Mother of Pearl
Joint Long Tenon, Hide Glue Fit
Neck Material Solid Mahogany
Nut Material Nylon
Nut Width 42.85mm / 1.69in
Profile Medium C
Scale Length 628.65mm / 24.75in
Electronics Specs
Electronics Specs
Bridge Pickup Custombucker Alnico 3
Controls 2 Volume, 2 Tone; CTS® 500 k Audio Taper Potentiometers, Paper-in-Oil Capacitors
Neck Pickup Custombucker Alnico 3
Output Jack 1/4" Switchcraft
Pickup Selector 3-Way Switchcraft
Hardware Specs
Hardware Specs
Bridge ABR-1
Control Knobs Black Butyrate Top Hats with Dial Pointers
finish Gold; Murphy Lab Light Aged
Mounting Rings Black M69 Medium & Tall
Pickguard Multi-Ply Bound Celluloid
Pickup Covers Authentic Profile Gold-plated Nickel Silver
Saddle Material Nickel-plated Brass
Strap Buttons Cream Plastic
Switch Tip Amber Catalin
Tailpiece Lightweight Aluminum Stop Bar
Truss Rod Authentic 1950s No-Tube
Truss Rod Cover Authentic Stepped 2-Ply
Tuner Plating Gold
Tuning Machines Grover Kidney
Misc Specs
Misc Specs
Accessories Certificate of Authenticity
Model: 59ES355ULEBGH1
Case Lifton™ 5-latch Custom Shop Hardshell
Headstock Inlay Gibson logo and Custom Split Diamond in Mother of Pearl
Strings Gauge .010, .013, .017, .026, .036, .046
