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Epiphone Joe Bonamassa 1962 ES-335

Epiphone Joe Bonamassa 1962 ES-335

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Description
The Epiphone Joe Bonamassa 1962 ES-335 semi-hollow electric guitar is a tribute to a legendary guitarist and one of his cherished instruments. In 1996, Bonamassa purchased a red 1962 Gibson ES-335 and used it on his first solo album, A New Day Yesterday. In 2001, he sold the guitar to help fund his move to L.A, but as the 20th anniversary of Bonamassa’s first record approached, a strange twist of fate and an unexpected phone call resulted in him being reunited with his old friend—that same red ES-335 that propelled him through his first solo effort and launched him into a new life on the West Coast.

The Joe Bonamassa 1962 ES-335 features a 5-ply layered maple body and a one-piece mahogany neck with an Indian laurel fingerboard and comfortable rounded C-shaped profile. Gibson Burstbucker 2 and 3 pickups are wired to CTS potentiometers and Mallory capacitors, with a Switchcraft pickup selector and output jack, and a Maestro vibrola. Additional appointments include small block inlays, Epiphone Deluxe tuners and nickel hardware.

The Joe Bonamassa ES-335 semi-hollow electric guitar ships with a custom hardshell case featuring Epiphone and Joe Bonamassa graphics, and a certificate of authenticity.
Epiphone Joe Bonamassa 1962 ES-335 Semi-Hollow Electric Guitar Sixties Cherry
Epiphone Joe Bonamassa 1962 ES-335 Semi-Hollow Electric Guitar Sixties Cherry
Epiphone Joe Bonamassa 1962 ES-335 Semi-Hollow Electric Guitar Sixties Cherry
Features
  • 5-ply layered maple body
  • 1-piece mahogany neck in a rounded C-shaped profile
  • Indian laurel fingerboard with 22 frets and small block inlays
  • Gibson Burstbucker 2 at the neck and Burstbucker 3 at the bridge
Specs
Body
  • Body type: Double cutaway
  • Top wood: 5-ply layered maple
  • Body wood: 5-ply layered maple
Neck
  • Neck shape: Rounded C
  • Neck wood: 1-piece mahogany
  • Scale length: 24.75"
Fingerboard
  • Material: Indian laurel
  • Number of frets: 22
  • Inlays: Small blocks
  • Nut width/material: 1.69" (43 mm) Graph Tech
Electronics
  • Configuration: HH
  • Neck: Proprietary humbucker
  • Bridge: Proprietary humbucker
  • Control layout: Volume 1, Volume 2, Tone 1, Tone 2
  • Special electronics: CTS potentiometers; Mallory capacitors
Hardware
  • Bridge type: Tremolo/Vibrato
  • Bridge design: Epiphone LockTone Tune-o-matic
  • Tailpiece: Maestro vibrola
  • Tuning machines: Epiphone Deluxe with double-ring buttons
  • Color: Nickel
Other
  • Number of strings: 6 string
  • Case: Hardshell case
  • Orientation: Right-handed

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4.71

14 Reviews

100%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend

As good as a Gibson 335 for a third the cost.
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Best Uses
  1. Jamming12
  2. Practicing11
  3. Recording11
  4. Rock Concerts9
  5. Small Venues6
Cons
  1. Can't find any yet.1
  2. Maestro Tremolo creates tuning a lot1
  3. not balanced weight wise,tremelo handle to high1
Describe Yourself
  1. Experienced8
  2. Professional Musician5
  3. Novice1
Pros
  1. Good Tone13
  2. Fun To Play12
  3. Good Feel12
  4. Solid Electronics12
  5. Good Pick Up11

Reviewed by 14 customers

  • Every bit as good as touted!

    5

    submitteda year ago

    byLorenzo

    fromManitowoc

    I love looking at it as much as "playing" it! Set up, fit, & finish perfect out of the box. Pickups sound great through all 3 of my amps.

  • Fantastic buy

    5

    submitted3 years ago

    byJason

    fromNashville, TN.

    I am a professional studio and touring musician in Nashville. This guitar is one of the best I own. Amongst Suhr's, Fenders, Gibson's etc. It lived up to its hype. Solid guitar that sounds great, feels great, stays in tune with heavy playing/bending. Couldn't be happier!

  • As good as a Gibson 335 for a third the cost.

    5

    submitted3 years ago

    byPhil

    fromDecatur, GA

    These JB 335s are so good I bought two! One from his store with his name inlaid on the fretboard to stash , and a block-inlay one to play. Hard to believe how much guitar I got for $1,300+tax. Fit, finish, electronics, case...it's every bit as good as a Gibson. Get one b4 they're gone

  • Beautiful guitar. More than I expected. Sweeeet!!!

    5

    Verified Buyer

    submitted3 years ago

    byJOSE

    fromTrinidad Colorado

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    Have wanted one for a while and when Joe Bonamassa was showing it, I knew I had to get it. Bigger than I expected, but very very beautiful. Love how it feels and plays. Looking forward to many nights and days playing it.

  • This is a great guitar!!

    4

    submitted3 years ago

    byBrad

    fromSF Bay Area

    I bought this as a collection guitar. But, I had to play it at least once before putting it away in a display case. I haven't put it away yet. It has great tone, plays quite well, looks great and is a beast of a guitar. This is now my play every day guitar.

  • HOLY COW, WHAT A GREAT GUITAR!!!

    5

    submitted3 years ago

    byDean

    fromCincinnati, Ohio

    I bought mine a few days ago from Ron at the Guitar Center here in Cincinnati. I don't have a single complaint about this baby. Outstanding play-ability, sharp looks with that 1960's Cherry Red finish, and all US made electronic components make one one truly great guitar. I cannot praise this beast enough. I've played it through a Fender Twin, a Vox AC-30-HW and my practice Spark amp. It just sounds phenomenal on EVERYTHING, even when its not plugged in, it still rings.

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

  • submitted3 years ago

    asked byjr

    fromcentral CA

    what are 'proprietary pickups'?

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    This means the guitar comes with the manufacturer's own pickups.

  • submitted3 years ago

    asked byAlexandre

    fromMiami

    Hi , please whats is the country of origin from Epiohone Joe Bonamassa 1962 ES-335 ? THanks

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    This guitar was manufactured in China.