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Gibson ES-335 Figured: Iconic Style With Modern Elegance

The Gibson ES-335 Figured semi-hollowbody electric guitar is a stunning blend of classic design and contemporary craftsmanship. Featuring a thermally engineered maple centerblock and AAA figured maple top, the ES-335 Figured offers incredible tonal versatility with a lightweight, resonant feel. High-end appointments, including Calibrated T-Type humbuckers, Orange Drop capacitors and Vintage Deluxe tuners, make this guitar as functional as it is visually striking. Whether you’re a professional musician or a dedicated enthusiast, this guitar delivers a premium playing experience. 

Stunning AAA Figured Maple Top

The ES-335 Figured boasts a gorgeous AAA figured maple top finished in a rich gloss lacquer. The intricate figuring of the maple combined with the warm hues of the gloss finish creates a sophisticated look that will turn heads on any stage. This luxurious aesthetic is complemented by the guitar’s high-quality craftsmanship, making it as much a work of art as it is an instrument. 

Thermally Engineered Maple Center Block for Resonance

At the core of the ES-335 Figured’s resonant tone is its thermally engineered maple center block. This innovative design reduces weight while maintaining the guitar’s structural integrity. The result is a semi-hollowbody guitar that resonates freely and provides a lively, open tone, perfect for players seeking a lightweight, comfortable instrument without sacrificing sound quality. 

Balanced Tone With Calibrated T-Type Humbuckers

Equipped with Gibson’s Calibrated T-Type humbucking pickups, the ES-335 Figured delivers a dynamic, articulate tone. The bridge pickup offers smooth, singing leads, while the neck pickup provides warm, rich rhythms. Together, these pickups produce a balanced sound with tight lows, sparkling highs and slightly scooped mids, making this guitar versatile enough for blues, rock, jazz and beyond. 

Premium Appointments for Modern Playability

The ES-335 Figured is loaded with premium features that enhance its tone and playability. A set mahogany neck with a bound rosewood fretboard ensures smooth, comfortable playing, while acrylic inlays add a touch of vintage style. The ABR-1 Tune-O-Matic bridge and stopbar tailpiece provide excellent sustain and precise intonation, while Vintage Deluxe tuners offer reliable tuning stability. The handwired electronics with Orange Drop capacitors deliver rich, musical tones that respond beautifully to every nuance of your playing.

Gibson ES-335 Figured Semi-Hollow Electric Guitar Deep Ocean Burst
Gibson ES-335 Figured Semi-Hollow Electric Guitar Deep Ocean Burst
Gibson ES-335 Figured Semi-Hollow Electric Guitar Deep Ocean Burst

Features

  • Gloss nitro-finished laminated maple/poplar/maple body with a AAA figured maple top
  • 24.75"-scale mahogany neck with a bound 22-fret rosewood fingerboard
  • Dual Gibson Calibrated T-Type humbuckers for balanced, articulate tones
  • Handwired electronics with Orange Drop capacitors for rich, dynamic sound
  • ABR-1 Tune-O-Matic bridge and stopbar tailpiece for reliable sustain and stability
  • Vintage Deluxe Keystone tuners for smooth, accurate tuning
  • Thermally engineered maple center block for lightweight resonance and reduced feedback
  • Elegant finish that highlights the beauty of the figured maple

Specs

Body
  • Body Type: Double-cutaway semi-hollow
  • Top wood: Figured multi-wood laminate
  • Body wood: Multi-wood laminate
  • Body finish: Gloss nitrocellulose lacquer
Neck
  • Neck shape: Rounded C
  • Neck wood: Mahogany
  • Joint: Set-in
  • Scale length: 24.75"
  • Truss rod: Standard
  • Neck finish: Gloss Nitrocellulose lacquer
Fingerboard
  • Material: Rosewood
  • Radius: 12"
  • Fret size: Medium-jumbo
  • Number of frets: 22
  • Inlays: Small Block
  • Nut width/material: 1.69” (43 mm) Graph Tech
Electronics
  • Configuration: HH
  • Neck: Proprietary Humbucker
  • Bridge: Proprietary Humbucker
  • Control layout: Individual volume, Individual tone
  • Pickup switch: 3-Way
  • Special electronics:
Hardware
  • Bridge type: Fixed Bridge
  • Bridge design: Individual saddle
  • Tailpiece: Stopbar
  • Tuning machines: Vintage-style
  • Color: Chrome
Other
  • Number of strings: 6 String
  • Case: Hardshell Case
  • Orientation: Right handed
  • Country of Origin: United States

Reviews

4.5

16 Reviews

87%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend

Gibson ES-335
Gibson ES-335
The stuff dreams are made of...
I mean...come aaahhhhhhhhhnnnnn it's a 335
Unbelievably great guitar!!!
The new Gibson 335 guitars are fantastic and worth every pen
The new Gibson 335 guitars are fantastic and worth every pen

Most Liked Positive Review

5

The new Gibson 335 guitars are fantastic and worth every pen

I just received a late 2020 made Gibson 335 Figured cherry red guitar. First off it looks so beautiful and it brings a smile to your face when you look and play it. I found the craftmanship to be excellent and no flaws in construction or quality of parts an issue. It looks beautiful and smells nice. The action was a little too low so I moved the screws up on the saddle a little just to get it low but not that low. The pickups on this guitar are the calibrated pickups. They are much brighter and open than some of the older 335's I have played. To be honest even with reducing my treble knob on my Fender Twin to 5, the front pickup for what I was expecting was a little too bright. I turned down the tone control to 8 and its now perfect. Now I am getting the beautiful tone of the Gibson that I expect. On the back pickup I have the tone knob down to 7 1/2. It sounds closer to my LP on the back pickup in the treble response. The 335 can sound a little icy picky with the tone control at 10. I reduced my Fender Twin treble to 4 but then with the tone control at 10, it lacks the top end you want from the back pickup. So my work around works best an To be honest for my taste I think I would prefer the 1961 335 Reissue pickups which are not as bright but its so much more money. With that being said, I like the neck better on my 2020 335 which is not as big as the reissue. Right now I am just using my Fender Twin and have not used my Boogie or other amps yet. So granted with each amp you will get different results. I compared it to my 1989 Gibson Les Paul Custom. The LP has a thicker tone with the front pickup and has a tighter sound. On the back pickup, the LP rocks more, while the 335 which also rocks but it has a little less punch. LP is clearly a better guitar for heavier rocking than the 335. The 335 has a pleasant open sound in comparison. There is clearly enough of a difference between my LP and 335 especially with the different pickups helps justifying owning both.

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Most Liked Negative Review

2

Such a let-down

I have wanted a 60's cherry red ES-335 for many years. I FINALLY broke the bank and went for it! Pros: Finish and feel is everything I hoped. Absolutely stunning guitar. The pickups are more powerful than I anticipated, and have a great tone! Cons: There is a LOT of string noise coming from between the saddles and the tail piece. It is especially loud and distracting on the G string, when playing between the 8th to the 15th frets. It's like those notes resonate the most in that area. I was going to send it back for a replacement, but I ran out of time on the 14 day return policy. I REALLY HATE playing this guitar. It's only nice to look at and hold it in your hands. I am really getting sick of not being able to test out guitars in the store before buying them. The GC stores never seem to have in stock something I am considering buying. Also frustrated with buying something online, trying it for a few days to realize that I really don't like it, and not being able to get to my nearest CG store (1.5 hours away) to return or exchange it. I am disappointed to see that even the expensive guitars get the same treatment as the cheap ones. They build them, stuff it in a box, and ship them out. Nobody does any QC or setup anymore.

Filters
Best Uses
  1. Practicing11
  2. Jamming9
  3. Recording8
  4. Small Venues5
  5. Rock Concerts4
Cons
  1. Craftsmanship2
  2. Expensive (but worth it)1
  3. Fret Buzz1
  4. Something wrong causing loud sting noise.1
  5. No cons1
Describe Yourself
  1. Experienced12
  2. Professional Musician2
  3. Novice1
Pros
  1. Good Feel13
  2. Fun To Play11
  3. Good Pick Up11
  4. Good Tone11
  5. Solid Electronics10

Reviewed by 16 customers

  • Gibson ES-335

    5

    Verified Buyer

    submitted8 months ago

    byRichard

    fromPetaluma, Ca.

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    What can I say? It's a Gibson ES-335!!! A truly beautiful guitar! Flawless, easy to play and iconic!!! I couldn't resist getting it after seeing it in the Deep Ocean Blue color! Low easy action!

  • Gibson ES 335 Figure

    5

    Verified Buyer

    submitteda year ago

    byMichael

    fromSan Jose CA

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    Great sounding ES335 with sweet neck and bridge hum pickups. Guitar is comfortable to play through the fretboard. Awesome versatile tones a must have guitar for musicians.

  • The stuff dreams are made of...

    5

    Verified Buyer

    submitted2 years ago

    bySteve

    fromSomerset County, NJ

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    Waited 40 years to finally acquire one of these in Sixties Cherry. Arrived perfect out of the box direct from GC. Got it home and started taking it through the gears. Next thing I knew it was 01:30 and I was still going! The sound is absolutely amazing. In one of the many reviews I read prior to purchasing one, the comment was that the even the slightest adjustments to the tone/volume controls creates an array of sounds. And was that ever true!

  • Perfect Right Out of the Box

    5

    submitted3 years ago

    byBrad

    fromSpokane Washington

    I've been spoiled by PRS and their quality control and I've read some of the downsides of Gibson but this came out of the box ready to play. Great volume and tone control response which I have had issues with on Les Paul's. The nut and bridge alignment were right on, and the strings were set in perfectly. Pickup adjustments were right on. The finish is beautiful and the neck just glides. I would recommend an ES 335 to anybody. Very nice job Gibson! Beautiful guitar!

  • Beautiful workmanship, great tone & feel

    5

    submitted3 years ago

    byJerry

    fromOregon

    I've owned this guitar for 4 years, bought new at GC. Had a mid '70s that I foolishly parted with. This one is superior in every respect. Gorgeous figured wood, very comfortable neck and excellent intonation up and down. Best for clean, lush sounds through an old Fender amp with a touch of delay, chorus and reverb. Not a shredder - feeds back badly through my wound up Marshall but you expect that with this type of design. That's why you have a high end solid body in your collection. My "go to" guitar when I just want to sit down and play for my own enjoyment.

  • I told my son he will inherit mine.

    5

    submitted3 years ago

    bySean

    fromKennedale, TX

    Mine is 22 years old. It is the most versatile guitar on the planet. Everything else is playing catch up. "Inspiring cries of turn that D--- thing down since 1958".

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

  • submitted3 years ago

    asked byPat

    fromWilkeson, Washington

    What does "Level 2" mean in the product title?

    Open Reply - Ronald
    That means it is an open box item with minor signs of use, such as scratches or a minor ding. Nothing that affects the way it sounds or plays.

  • submitted3 years ago

    asked byMike

    fromMpls. MN

    I'm looking at aGibson ES-335 Figured Semi-hollowbody Electric Guitar - Iced Tea, serial number 214610096, is this the exact guitar I would receive if I buy online and pick it up in Maple Grove MN.?

    Open Reply - Thomas
    Thank you for your question. An agent will contact you.

  • submitted4 years ago

    asked byRoger

    fromundisclosed

    are the pictures I see on the website the actual guitar? what does Level 2 (in the item description) mean?

    Open Reply - Thomas
    No, it isn't. Cond. 2 BLEMISHED: Gear returned in great condition, with only minor signs of use, such as slight scuffs or pick marks. It looks and plays like new and may be considered an equivalent to display units found in retail stores. Includes 45-Day, No-Hassle Returns Includes full manufacturer's warranty Includes 2-Year Free Warranty on all guitars and basses Gold coverage plan available for 1 or 2 years coverage Photos can be provided upon ordering. Please give us a call to better help you out – 855-770-3373

  • submitted4 years ago

    asked byRoger

    fromundisclosed

    any way to see the blemishes on this guitar?

    Open Reply - Kenneth
    Unfortunately additional pictures are unavailable. Blemishes are slight and do not affect the tone or play ability of the instrument.

  • submitted4 years ago

    asked byG

    fromSacramento Ca

    Item #:1500000317090 Can you tell me the weight for this guitar?

    Open Reply - Beau
    All guitars vary depending on the density of the wood. Manufacturers usually only spec size and type of wood. Guitars are generally between 6 and 12 lbs. They can be more. The only way to know the weight of an individual instrument is to weigh it. This will be approximately 9 lbs

  • submitted4 years ago

    asked byLarry

    fromSalem, Oregon

    In what way is this item "blemished"? I'm interested.

    Open Reply - Thomas
    I’m sorry, we don’t know what the blemish is. The blemishes will be perhaps minor scratches, average handling wear. There will be no effect on playability or sound. BLEMISHED: Gear returned in great condition, with only minor signs of use, such as slight scuffs or pick marks. It looks and plays like new and may be considered an equivalent to display units found in retail stores. Includes 45-Day, No-Hassle Returns Includes full manufacturer's warranty Includes 2-Year Free Warranty on all guitars and basses Gold coverage plan available for 1 or 2 years coverage
    Open Reply - Kenneth
    Unfortunately additional pictures are unavailable. Blemishes are slight and do not affect the tone or play ability of the instrument.

  • submitted5 years ago

    asked byAaron

    fromHarrisburg, PA

    What are the blemishes on the Gibson ES-335 Figured (194744288203) listed online? I do not see any description of what is actually damaged or blemished on the guitar.

    Open Reply - Thomas
    Unfortunately, we have no way of knowing what the blemish is. However, it would only be a minor cosmetic flaw and would not affect the guitars play ability

  • submitted5 years ago

    asked byWill

    fromLanesboro, MN

    Please send pics of the Gibson es 335 figured ice tea you have for sale at your Bloomington MN store. Item#1500000000317090. Thanks

    Open Reply - Beau
    You would actually just need to reach out to this store directly to request this information. Their contact information can be found on our site.

  • submitted5 years ago

    asked byWill

    fromLanesboro, MN

    is this the guitar pictured the actual guitar you have in the Bloomington, MN store?

    Open Reply - Beau
    This is a stock photo, so it is not the actual guitar we have in the Bloomington, MN store.

  • submitted5 years ago

    asked byWill

    fromAustin TX

    Where is the Heritage Cherry finish version?

    Open Reply - Ronald
    This model doesn't come in Heritage Cherry finish, it's actually a Sixties Cherry.
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