Gibson ES-335 Sunburst 1966

6-String Semi-Hollow Body Electric Guitar with Brazilian Rosewood Fingerboard. Made in the USA.
Be the first to review!

Gibson ES-335 Sunburst 1966

Vintage

Description & Specs

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 visit our Lincoln Avenue showroom or call to speak to one of our Used and Vintage experts.
Finish Details: Original finish.
Body Material: Maple
Body Details: Maple back, sides, and top with spruce center block.
Neck Material: Mahogany
Fingerboard Material: Brazilian Rosewood
Neck Profile: C
Neck Thickness (IN): 1st fret .810", 12th fret .984"
Fingerboard Radius: 12.00"
Nut Width: 1-9/16"
Scale Length: 24 3/4"
Neck Details: One-piece Honduran mahogany neck with bound Brazilian rosewood fingerboard and small block inlays.
Electronics: The guitar has been rewired, and the pickups have been replaced with Seymour Duncan Custom "Queenbuckers". Three-position selector switch with volume controls for each pickup, master tone control, and rotary Varitone switch. The original wiring harness is included in the case, and one visible pot code dates to 1966.
Pickup Measurements: Neck 7.66K, Bridge 8.01K
Hardware: The hardware is mostly original with exception of the knob mounted to the Varitone switch, the Varitone plate, and the switch tip. The remaining original tone knob is included in the case.
Weight: 7lbs 14oz
Modifications/Repairs: The guitar has been rewired, the pickups have been replaced, and some plastics have been replaced (switch tip, knob).
Case Details: Non-original Gretsch hardshell case.
Cosmetic Condition: This guitar is in good condition with average wear of a piece this age. The finish is weather-checked, and hazy, with lots of small dings, scratches, and finish chips throughout. The original chrome hardware pieces are relatively free of pitting.
Serial Number: 857055
Tech Notes: The guitar plays well with low action. The frets are wide and low with moderate wear. The serial number and a pot in the original wiring harness date to 1966.
×