Gibson ES-335 Sixties Cherry

There are guitars… and then there’s the Gibson ES-335 in Sixties Cherry—a bona fide icon that needs no introduction but absolutely deserves the attention. With its unmistakable curves, deep tonal range, and a finish that screams vintage soul, this semi-hollow legend sits proudly at the crossroads of elegance and attitude.

First introduced in 1958, the ES-335 changed the game by fusing the warm resonance of a hollowbody with the feedback resistance and sustain of a solidbody. The result? A guitar that thrives just as easily in smoky jazz clubs as it does on massive rock stages. The Sixties Cherry finish pays tribute to the golden era of music—a deep, rich red that practically sings before you even play a note.

The body is built from 3-ply maple/poplar/maple, creating a bright, articulate voice with enough low-end warmth to keep things full and rich. A solid maple centre block runs through the core to keep feedback in check while adding extra sustain. Binding, dot inlays, and gloss nitrocellulose lacquer complete the classic visual recipe.

A rounded 'C' mahogany neck gives the feel of a well-worn favourite, with a rosewood fingerboard that’s smooth, responsive, and full of character. Whether you’re playing bluesy bends or jazz runs, it’s a neck that just wants to be played.

Under the hood, the calibrated T-Type humbuckers are voiced for clarity and punch—warm when you need it, biting when you dig in. Add to that hand-wired 500K pots and orange drop capacitors, and you’ve got a tonal palette that covers mellow jazz, gritty soul, jangly pop, and snarling rock with ease.

From the ABR-1 Tune-O-Matic bridge to the Keystone-button tuners, every detail is built with tone, stability, and style in mind.

Whether you're chasing that Clapton-era blues, some smooth soul, or gritty indie tones, the Gibson ES-335 in Sixties Cherry is your lifelong companion. At Musicmaker, we’ve seen legends built on guitars like this—and we’re proud to have it in our hands to pass to yours.

Features

• 3-Ply Maple/Poplar Body – Semi-hollow design with a solid maple centre block for sustain and feedback resistance.

• Sixties Cherry Finish – A timeless gloss nitro look with serious vintage mojo.

• Mahogany Neck, Rounded ‘C’ Profile – Comfortable, classic feel for players who like a bit of meat in the neck.

• Rosewood Fingerboard – Smooth under the fingers with dot inlays and a 12” radius for effortless playability.

• Calibrated T-Type Humbuckers – Balanced output with vintage bite and warmth; ideal for a wide range of styles.

• Hand-Wired Electronics – 500K pots and orange drop capacitors for precise tone shaping.

• ABR-1 Tune-O-Matic Bridge & Aluminum Stop Bar – Sustain-rich and rock solid for stage and studio.

• Vintage Deluxe Tuners with Keystone Buttons – Classic looks, modern tuning stability.

Specifications

Body

• Body Shape: 335

• Top: 3-ply Maple/Poplar/Maple

• Back: 3-ply Maple/Poplar/Maple

• Bracing: Spruce

• Binding: Single-ply Cream

• Finish: Gloss Nitrocellulose Lacquer

Neck

• Material: Mahogany

• Profile: Rounded "C"

• Scale Length: 24.75"

• Fingerboard Material: Rosewood

• Fingerboard Radius: 12"

• Number Of Frets: 22

• Frets: Medium Jumbo

• Nut Material: Graph Tech

• Nut Width: 1.695"

• Inlays: Acrylic Dots

Hardware

• Finish: Nickel

• Bridge: ABR-1 Tune-O-Matic

• Tailpiece: Aluminum Stop Bar

• Tuning Machines: Vintage Deluxe w/ Keystone Buttons

• Pickguard: Black 5-ply

• Control Knobs: Black Top Hats with Silver Reflector

• Switch Tip: Cream

Electronics

• Neck Pickup: Calibrated T-Type, Rhythm

• Bridge Pickup: Calibrated T-Type, Lead

• Controls: 2 volumes, 2 tones, 1 toggle switch, hand-wired with 500K potentiometers and orange drop capacitors

Miscellaneous

• Strings: .010, .013, .017, .026, .036, .046

• Case: Hard Shell Case

• Accessories: Gibson Accessory Kit