Gibson Custom

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The Gibson Custom 1964 ES-335 Reissue VOS semi-hollow electric guitar provides a look and sound straight from the 1960s. Gibson's expert craftspeople studied original examples of the 1964 ES-335 to recreate every contour and detail. From the rounded mahogany neck with a medium C profile to the maple body with F-holes, every component of this guitar is built to vintage specifications. The result is an instrument that looks, feels and sounds like an actual ES-335 from 1964.

Authentic Vintage Specifications

Gibson Custom Shop crafted the 1964 ES-335 Reissue VOS to match the design of original 1960s models down to the smallest details. The hand-carved maple body, mahogany neck and rosewood fingerboard provide the same balanced tone and playing feel as vintage ES-335s. Nickel-plated hardware, vintage-style tuners and a Tune-O-Matic bridge with stop tailpiece complete the vintage-inspired aesthetic. From its striking Sixties Cherry finish to the mother-of-pearl block inlays, this guitar looks like it came straight out of 1964.

Rounded '60s Neck Profile

The 1964 ES-335 Reissue VOS features a rounded mahogany neck based on actual 1960s profiles with a medium C shape. This comfortable, familiar neck shape allows fast, fluid playing across all 22 frets. The rosewood fingerboard adds warmth and resonance, while small block inlays provide an unmistakably vintage style. Whether you play blues, rock or jazz, the neck on this guitar makes soloing and chording feel effortless.

Semi-Hollowbody With F-Holes

The handcrafted maple body of the 1964 ES-335 Reissue VOS creates the same balanced tone found on original 1960s models. F-holes allow the body to resonate freely, producing a blend of solidbody punch and hollow-body warmth. P.A.F.-style '57 Classic pickups in the neck and bridge capture the clarity and articulation of vintage Gibson tones. From crunchy rock leads to smooth jazz lines, the semi-hollowbody and dual humbuckers of this guitar deliver a range of classic sounds.

Vintage-Accurate MHS II Humbuckers

The 1964 Reissue ES-335 VOS is equipped with MHS II humbucking pickups that provide the legendary P.A.F. tone that defined the ES-335. The neck pickup delivers a warm, rounded tone perfect for jazz and blues. Switch to the bridge pickup for a punchy sound ideal for rock and roll. With balanced output and clarity, these pickups capture the ES-335's coveted vintage tone.

Premium Appointments

Gibson Custom Shop included premium components to make the 1964 ES-335 Reissue VOS a joy to play and own. Vintage-style tuners keep the guitar in tune through heavy playing, while a hardshell case protects your investment when not in use. An authentic Sixties Cherry nitrocellulose lacquer finish creates a vintage patina over time with use and exposure to the elements. For discerning players and collectors, the 1964 ES-335 Reissue VOS offers an unparalleled vintage ownership experience with Gibson Custom Shop quality.

Gibson Custom 1964 ES-335 Reissue VOS Semi-Hollow Electric Guitar Vintage Burst
Gibson Custom 1964 ES-335 Reissue VOS Semi-Hollow Electric Guitar Vintage Burst
Gibson Custom 1964 ES-335 Reissue VOS Semi-Hollow Electric Guitar Vintage Burst

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  • Handcrafted semi-hollowbody electric guitar, vintage-accurate 1964 ES-335 design
  • '64 medium C neck profile, small block inlays scanned from original 1964 ES-335
  • Vintage patina finish, gloss nitrocellulose lacquer for authentic aged appearance
  • Includes hardshell case for premium protection

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Neck
  • Profile: SlimTaper '60s C
  • Fingerboard Material: Indian Rosewood
  • Scale Length: 628.65 mm/24.75"
  • Fingerboard Radius: 304.8 mm/12"
  • Fret Count: 22
  • Frets: Authentic Medium-Jumbo
  • Nut Material: Nylon
  • Nut Width: 42.85 mm/1.687"
  • Inlays: Small Block Cellulose Nitrate
  • Joint: Long tenon, hide glue fit
Body
  • Body Shape: ES-335
  • Body Material: 3-ply maple/poplar/maple
  • Centerblock: Solid maple
  • Binding: 1-ply Royalite
  • Body Finish: Nitrocellulose VOS (Vintage Patina)
  • Truss Rod: Authentic 1950s No-Tube
  • Truss Rod Cover: Authentic Stepped 2-Ply
Electronics
  • Control Knobs: Gold or Black top hats with silver inserts
  • Switch Tip: Cream
  • Pickup Covers: Authentic Profile Nickel Silver
  • Neck Pickup: Custombucker Alnico III (Unpotted)
  • Bridge Pickup: Custombucker Alnico III (Unpotted)
  • Controls: 2 Volume/2 Tone CTS 500K Audio Taper potentiometers, Paper-in-oil capacitors
  • Pickup Selector: 3-Way Switchcraft
  • Output Jack: Switchcraft
Other
  • Bridge: ABR-1
  • Saddle: Nylon
  • Tailpiece: Lightweight Aluminum Stopbar
  • Tuning Machines: Kluson Single Line, Double Ring
  • Pickguard: Black 5-ply wide bevel
  • Strap Buttons: Aluminum
  • Mounting Rings: Black M69 Medium & Tall
  • Case: Black/Yellow Custom Shop hardshell

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