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Gibson ES-335 '60s Block Electric Guitar | Demo and Overview with Molly Miller

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The Gibson ES-335 ’60s Block limited-edition semi-hollow electric guitar brings back a classic from the golden era of rock ’n’ roll. With its iconic design, this ES-335 ’60s Block provides the balanced tone and playing feel that has made the ES series legendary for over 60 years. Its fast, slim neck allows comfortable playing over long sessions, while the sonically versatile T-Type pickups provide a range of vintage-inspired tones, from modest and mellow to “riffy” and rocking. If you’re seeking a sonic workhorse for blues, rock, jazz and beyond, the Gibson 335 is a solid choice.

Gibson ES-335 ’60s Block Headstock

Retro Inlays and Styling

The ES-335 ’60s Block has distinctive aesthetic details that harken back to the legendary instruments of the 1960s. Small block inlays made of acrylic provide a vintage look along the rosewood fretboard, while a pearloid crown inlay graces the headstock and adorns the timeless Gibson logo. Period-accurate ’60s-style “top hat” volume and tone knobs complete the throwback look that might just imbue your riffs with a little old-school rock vibe.

Gibson ES-335 ’60s Block Body Back

Fast SlimTaper Neck for Slinky Licks

The neck on the Gibson ES-335 ’60s Block has a trim, rounded carve that’s buttery smooth and comfortable in your hands. It utilizes the ever-popular SlimTaper profile to offer a familiar feel for guitarists of all styles and taste—not too thin and not too thick. You can play effortless solos at any position on the fingerboard, with open access all the way to the upper frets thanks to the double-cutaway body. The ES-335 wouldn’t have the reputation that it does without being extremely playable—this model highlights everything there is to love about a historic design.

Gibson ES-335 ’60s Block T-Type Pickups

Versatile Calibrated T-Type Humbucking Pickups

This guitar is equipped with a set of calibrated T-Type humbucking pickups that deliver quintessential Gibson tones, from warm and rounded to an edgy snarl. Inspired by the highly sought-after pickups Gibson made from the late ’60s through the ’70s, these pickups use Alnico 5 magnets and are wound to vintage specs. The traditional 3-way toggle switch lets you go from rich, full-humbucking tones to the airy snap of split coils. The ES-335 Block gives you exceptional tonal flexibility to handle blues, rock, jazz and anything else you want to play.

Gibson ES-335 ’60s Block Hardware

Premium Components for Reliability

From the tuners to the bridge, the limited-edition ES-335 ’60s Block features high-quality components for rock-solid performance. It starts with an ABR-1 bridge, which efficiently transfers and propagates string vibration for peak sustain and tonality. At the other end of the instrument, vintage-style keystone tuners keep your guitar in tune through impassioned solos and riffs. Plus, handwired CTS potentiometers and Orange Drop capacitors in the electronics assembly deliver transparent sound and noise-free performance for years to come.

For players seeking the tone and feel of the classic ES series, the Gibson ES-335 ’60s Block limited-edition guitar delivers an authentic experience. With its fast, fluid neck, colorful pickups and top-tier components, this legendary semi-hollow will inspire you to create and perform your best. Bring home a rock icon from your local Guitar Center today.

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Body
  • Body Type: Double-cutaway semi-hollow
  • Top wood: 3-piece maple
  • Body wood: 3-piece maple
Neck
  • Neck shape: SlimTaper
  • Neck wood: Mahogany
  • Joint: Set-in
  • Scale length: 24.75"
  • Truss rod: Standard
Fingerboard
  • Material: Rosewood
  • Radius: 12"
  • Fret size: Medium-jumbo
  • Number of frets: 22
  • Inlays: Acrylic Trapezoid
  • Nut width/material: 1.695" (43.053 mm) Graph Tech
Electronics
  • Configuration: HH
  • Neck: Gibson T-Type Humbucker
  • Bridge: Gibson T-Type Humbucker
  • Control layout: Individual volume Individual tone
  • Pickup switch: 3-Way
Hardware
  • Bridge type: Fixed Bridge
  • Bridge design: Vintage-style
  • Tailpiece: Stopbar
  • Tuning machines: Vintage-style
  • Color: Nickel
Other
  • Number of strings: 6 String
  • Case: Hardshell case
  • Orientation: Right Handed

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  • Wow, what a great guitar!

    5

    submitted4 months ago

    byDominick

    fromBethpage, NY

    Setup was perfect. Action and intonation was spot on. Beautiful instrument, neck feels great and sound is sublime.

  • Great guitar

    5

    submitted4 months ago

    byEric

    fromNaperville, Illinois

    One of the best guitars I've played in a long time. The knobs are smooth and solid, the finish is fantastic. The frets are great and level. The pickups sound great, beefy and handle distortion really well. It's not as light as you would think for a semi Hollow Body but is a very comfortable weight. I've been recording with it and have zero problems!

  • Fantastic Guitar!

    5

    submitted4 months ago

    byEric

    fromIllinois

    I bought mine about 2 months ago and play it everyday. The guitar has a great weight and tone. Not sure what lemon the other guy was playing but this guitar is awesome!

  • Epiphone quality at a Gibson price

    2

    submitted5 months ago

    byG

    fromSeattle

    Poor quality for a nearly $4k guitar. Played one on guitar center today and there are issues unacceptable for a guitar of this price: Some of it could be down to the setup, such as the high action, severe neck up-bow, and unleveled frets. The uneven, hacked fret nibs and binding though is ridiculous when a similar priced ESP comes from factory with a flawless setup and rounded fret edges. Lackluster pickups are the cherry on top of an overpriced instrument.

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Have a question about this product? Our expert Gear Advisers have the answers.

  • asked byGK

    fromDenver CO

    Are the pickups Quick Connect?

    Are the pickups Quick Connect?

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    No, they aren't.
  • asked byJessG

    fromLos Angeles

    Is stock on this guitar gonna run out?  Like if I save up and want to buy it next year, will I still be able to??  How long do you think it will last?

    Is stock on this guitar gonna run out? Like if I save up and want to buy it next year, will I still be able to?? How long do you think it will last?

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    "Limited-Edition" It will not be available one the inventory is gone. There may be some left by early next year.
  • asked byKiller Cole

    fromAbilene, TX

    What size strings come stock on the ES 335 60's Block Limited-Edition? 9's or 10's? I bought one today at Guitar Center Fort Worth, and I was in a hurry because we had a show tonight and I didn't have them change the strings to my Elixir's. Guitar played amazing and sounded amazing like all my other 335's, but 6 songs into the show, the strings went dead. Need to replace them but I don't know what size strings came on it. Thanks.

    What size strings come stock on the ES 335 60's Block Limited-Edition? 9's or 10's? I bought one today at Guitar Center Fort Worth, and I was in a hurry because we had a show tonight and I didn't have them change the strings to my Elixir's. Guitar played amazing and sounded amazing like all my other 335's, but 6 songs into the show, the strings went dead. Need to replace them but I don't know what size strings came on it. Thanks.

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    .010, .013, .017, .026, .036, .046
  • asked bySlyboy

    fromLong Beach ny

    Does the guitar come with a hard shell case no extra charge?

    Does the guitar come with a hard shell case no extra charge?

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    Yes - Gibson ES Series Hard Case.
  • asked byJerry 335

    fromSpokane WA

    Does this guitar have a slim tapper neck profile like it says in the description, or does it nave a rounded C neck profile like it says in the specs? Thanks!

    Does this guitar have a slim tapper neck profile like it says in the description, or does it nave a rounded C neck profile like it says in the specs? Thanks!

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    I’m sorry, I don’t know. We will have that corrected. Thank you for pointing that out. I will pass it on to our web team.