This guitar is a commission sale - if you have a high end guitar you are interested in selling, please contact us via our easy to find website - search: Sell Us Your Guitar. Here for sale we have a Gibson Memphis ES-335 'Fat Neck' semi-hollow electric guitar in Antique Ebony finish. Made in Gibson's Memphis factory in 2009, this guitar is not a full-on historic reissue but includes features more akin to the 1959 335 than current production models. A set-neck construction is employed, and comprises a 3-Ply Laminated Plain Maple body with lightweight Maple centreblock. The body is slimmer than modern 335's, falling much closer to the original 1959 specification. The Mahogany neck is patterned on the run of 521 ES-335s produced at the Kalamazoo factory in 1959, and is much thicker than those found on modern iterations of the instrument. Nickel hardware is fitted including an ABR-1 bridge and StopBar tailpiece as well as a set of Gibson deluxe tuning machines with 'Tulip' buttons. A pair of Gibson '57 Classic humbucking pickups are installed, and are wired to the traditional Es-335 controls. The Mahogany neck plays beautifully, with the '50s Style 'Fat Neck' profile filling the handle nicely for a substantial and vintage-inspired playing experience. The profile might be described as a 'C' shape, with nicely rounded shoulders which ensure comfort across the register. Certainly, the neck is generously proportioned and produces a unique sensation when compared with modern Gibson neck profiles, making this instrument feel special. Other more familiar appointments include the Rosewood fingerboard with 12" radius which is practical for a wide range of styles and techniques whilst providing a pleasant and tactile playing surface. The familiar lines of the 335 body design are as comfortable in the arms as ever, allowing plenty of space for easy access to the controls. The pair of Gibson '57 Classic humbucking pickups installed in this guitar deliver thick and full-bodied tones, exemplifying the rock and blues sounds that Gibson has long been renowned for. The neck position is warm and round, with plenty of power for pushing your lead lines and solos to the front of the mix. The bridge is of course brighter, perfect for rock rhythm parts and riffing because it can handle a serious amount of gain. There is all of the snarl and bite that we associate with rockin' tones, yet at the same time definition and clarity is retained. The pickups clean up nicely too, with shimmering clean sounds ready for the softer sections of the set. The semi-hollow construction ensures a resonant and lively sound, with plenty of dynamic range on offer. A unique vintage-spec ES-335. Brand- Gibson Model- ES-335 'Fat Neck' Finish- Antique Ebony Year- 2009 Made In- USA Body- 3-Ply Laminated Plain Maple Centre Block - Maple Neck- Mahogany Neck Profile- '50s-Style 'Fat Neck' Fingerboard- Rosewood Fingerboard Radius- 12" Frets- 22 Scale Length- 24.75" Nut Width- 1.6875" Pickups- 2x Gibson '57 Classic Humbuckers Controls- 32-Way Toggle Switch, Neck Volume, Neck Tone, Bridge Volume, Bridge Tone This guitar is a commission sale - if you have a high end guitar you are interested in selling, please contact us via our easy to find website - search: Sell Us Your Guitar.

Verification report

Luthier Report Our ID: 120022580272 Weight: 8.15lbs Serial: 02119727 Aesthetic Condition: Headstock: Overall very good condition. Light chipping to the finish is present to the top edges of the headstock, most notably to the tip of the rear face, some of these reveal the wood beneath. Light chipping to the finish is present to the edges of the front face, most notably near the A tuning machine where they break through the lacquer finish but do not expose the wood beneath. Light scratching to all aspects of the headstock can be seen under direct light, as is common with high gloss finishes. Neck: Overall very good condition. Very light 'pitting' can be seen in the early register of the fingerboard, consistent with playwear. This cannot be felt under the fingers in the playing position. Very light scratching and indentations are present to the rear of the neck across the register, these can not be felt in the playing position. Body: Overall very good condition. Light patches of paint transfer are present to the body, these can be seen near the center of the rear face, the waist of the treble side edge and to the lower bout bass side edge. A small line of nitro burn is present to the rear face near the strap button, likely from contact with a stand. A patch of 'haziness' is present around the bridge tone control. Light scratching to all aspects of the body can be seen under direct light, as is common with high gloss finishes. Condition of Frets: The frets demonstrate minimal signs of use. There is considerable material remaining for any fret work the new owner may wish to perform. Current Set Up: Truss Rod: Fully functional. Truss rod tool (5​/​16" socket) not included. Hardware: Fully functional with light signs of wear. All of the metal hardware displays mild signs of tarnishing. A very light crack is present to the bottom of the truss rod cover. Glue residue is present to the rear of the scratch plate, likely where the fixing has been reattached. The scratch plate remains stable. Structural: No concerns or issues to note. Height of the string from the 12th Fret-1.5mm - Bass 2mm Please be aware that the action on a guitar may move slightly in transit and this measurement is the current height. Strings on Guitar - 10-46 Electrics: Fully functional. Case & Accessories: Gibson hard case. Overall very good condition. A patch of glue residue is present to the lid of the case from a past attempt to repair. COA included. Truss rod tool not included.