Gibson

Description

The Gibson ES-339 Figured semi-hollow electric guitar is a stunning modern take on a golden-era icon, offering legendary tone and timeless style in a compact, performance-ready package. Its AAA figured maple veneers immediately command attention, lending striking visual depth to the classic semi-hollow design. Beneath the surface, a solid maple centerblock and spruce bracing ensure balanced resonance with minimal feedback, giving the guitar a lively yet focused tone. Dual ’57 Classic pickups—paired with a handwired control assembly featuring 500K potentiometers and orange drop capacitors—unlock a wide palette of vintage-inspired sounds, from warm jazz voicings to biting classic rock drive. It’s an instrument designed to play as beautifully as it looks.

AAA Figured Maple Body for Stunning Looks and Resonant Tone

The ES-339 Figured is built with a three-ply maple/poplar/maple body topped with luxurious AAA figured maple veneers, ensuring both tonal richness and stage-worthy style. A solid maple centerblock runs through the body, enhancing sustain and reducing feedback at higher volumes. Quarter-sawn spruce bracing provides further tonal refinement, balancing shimmering highs with a tight, defined low end. Together, these elements create the unmistakable character of a Gibson semi-hollow—woody, dynamic and versatile—delivered in a compact, lightweight format that’s easy to handle without sacrificing tone.

Comfortable Mahogany Neck and Smooth Rosewood Fingerboard

The ES-339 Figured’s mahogany neck is carved into Gibson’s rounded C profile, offering a comfortably familiar feel for both rhythm and lead playing. A rosewood fingerboard with 22 medium jumbo frets and a 12" radius provides smooth playability and effortless string bends. Acrylic small block inlays lend a touch of vintage flair, while the Graph Tech nut ensures rock-solid tuning stability. With a 24.75" scale length, the neck offers balanced string tension that’s easy on the hands, making it equally suited for fast runs, soulful bends and intricate chord work. Every detail is tailored for comfort and fluid performance.

Authentic Vintage Voice With ’57 Classic Pickups

The ES-339 Figured’s tone is powered by a set of Gibson ’57 Classic humbuckers—a ’57 Classic in the neck and a slightly hotter ’57 Classic Plus in the bridge. Built with Alnico II magnets and vintage-style two-conductor braided wiring, they capture the warm, articulate voice of late-50s Gibson PAF humbuckers. The neck pickup delivers smooth, creamy lows and mids, while the bridge adds extra bite and punch for leads. Both are wax potted to eliminate microphonic feedback, and the handwired control assembly with 500K potentiometers and orange drop capacitors ensures every note rings clear. From clean jazz to gritty overdrive, this pickup set excels across genres.

Premium Hardware and Timeless Gibson Appointments

Every hardware choice on the ES-339 Figured is designed for premium tone and elegant style. An ABR-1 Tune-O-Matic bridge and aluminum stopbar tailpiece anchor the strings for maximum sustain and resonance. Grover Rotomatic tuners with kidney buttons provide precise, reliable tuning. Black top-hat knobs with silver reflectors add a touch of retro Gibson vibe, while the single-ply cream binding and glossy nitrocellulose lacquer finish highlight the dramatic figured maple top. These carefully selected appointments elevate both the guitar’s functionality and its classic appearance.

A Compact Gibson Semi-Hollow Built to Inspire

The Gibson ES-339 Figured semi-hollow electric guitar is a premium take on one of Gibson’s most iconic designs. With its striking figured maple veneers, comfortable neck profile, authentic ’57 Classic pickups and premium handwired electronics, it delivers the perfect mix of elegance, playability and tone. Ideal for players who want the vintage semi-hollow experience in a more compact body, the ES-339 Figured is equally at home in blues, jazz, rock or pop. It’s a modern classic that looks as good as it sounds—ready to inspire every time you pick it up.

Gibson ES-339 Figured Semi-Hollow Electric Guitar Dark Purple Burst
Gibson ES-339 Figured Semi-Hollow Electric Guitar Dark Purple Burst
Gibson ES-339 Figured Semi-Hollow Electric Guitar Dark Purple Burst

Features

  • 3-ply AAA figured maple/poplar/maple body delivers rich tone and stunning aesthetics
  • Maple centerblock reduces feedback and enhances sustain
  • '57 Classic and Classic Plus pickups offer creamy, vintage-inspired tones
  • Mahogany neck with Rounded C profile provides smooth, comfortable playability
  • Rosewood fretboard with medium jumbo frets supports effortless bends and quick chord changes
  • Handwired controls with 500K potentiometers ensure precise tone adjustments
  • ABR-1 Tune-O-Matic bridge enables precise intonation and efficient string-to-body transfer
  • Grover Rotomatic tuners provide smooth, accurate adjustments and excellent tuning stability
  • Includes hardshell case for secure storage and travel protection

Specs

Body
  • Body style: ES-339
  • Top wood: 3-ply AAA figured maple/poplar/maple
  • Back and sides wood: 3-ply AAA figured maple/poplar/maple
  • Centerblock: Maple
  • Brace wood: Spruce
  • Body binding: Single-ply cream
  • Finish: Gloss nitrocellulose lacquer
Neck
  • Neck shape: Rounded C
  • Neck wood: Mahogany
  • Scale length: 24.75"
  • Fingerboard wood: Rosewood
  • Fingerboard radius: 12"
  • Number of frets: 22
  • Inlays: Acrylic dots
Hardware
  • Bridge: ABR-1 Tune-O-Matic
  • Tailpiece: Aluminum stopbar
  • Nut material: Graph Tech
  • Nut width: 1.7"
  • Tuning machines: Grover Rotomatics with kidney buttons
  • Hardware finish: Nickel
Electronics
  • Pickup configuration: HH
  • Neck: Gibson '57 Classic humbucker
  • Bridge: Gibson '57 Classic Plus humbucker
  • Controls: Independent volume and tone controls with 500k pots and orange drop capacitors
  • Switching: 3-way toggle
Other
  • Case: Hardshell
  • Orientation: Right handed
  • Number of strings: 6

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    5

    submitted4 years ago

    byCT

    fromFl.

    Great feel,sound great,built very well by Gibson package well and safe,very pretty out of the case,great follow up by Guitar Center person Paige Moore-Gear Advisor,ES 339 is about 2" smaller than the ES 335,and lighter,

  • I would buy this again and recommend it to a friend

    5

    Verified Buyer

    submitted4 years ago

    byJack M

    fromCalifornia

    This is a well built guitar. Sounds great and plays and feels great !!!

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Q&A

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  • asked byFrank

    fromThe Dalles, Oregon

    How does the neck width of the es339 compare to that of the es335? Short fingers here.

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    They're identical 1.695"
  • asked byKenneth

    fromVan Buren AR

    is this the thinner neck Maybe 30/60 I play a fender tele elite so i am use to a thin neck any comparison?

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    I’m very sorry. I don't understand your 30/60 reference.
  • asked byJimbob

    fromundisclosed

    When will this guitar be available?

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    The Gibson ES-339 has an ETA of early July.
  • asked byPF

    fromNY, NY

    What gig bag would fit an ES 339?

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

    fromBelleair Beach

    How thick is the neck at the first fret? Is it a 50s neck or a 60s neck?

    Open Reply - Thomas
    Fingerboard Radius 304.8 mm / 12 in....Nut Width 43.053 mm / 1.695 in.............End Of Board Width 57.4 mm / 2.259 in.........Profile Rounded "C"