Gibson ES-335 Traditional 2018

ES-335 TRADITIONAL

Traditional Tone, Improved Performance

The 2018 Gibson ES-335 Traditional is not a revolution, it’s an evolution. Built on a pedigree of performance and quality, this guitar takes things a step further. The ABR-1 bridge is enhanced with titanium saddles for increased clarity, definition, and sustain. The control assembly is hand-wired with Orange Drop capacitors and our MHS humbucking pickups, resulting in that distinctive Gibson tone that players crave.

Specification
Series Gibson Model Year 2018

Body
Top: 3-ply Maple/Poplar/Maple
Back: 3-ply Maple/Poplar/Maple
Centerblock: Maple
Bracing: Spruce
Binding: Single-ply Cream

Neck
Neck: Quarter Sawn Mahogany
Neck profile: Rounded "C", Rolled Binding
Fingerboard: Rosewood
Inlays: Pearloid Small Block
Nut: Bone
Nut Width: 1.687"
Scale Length: 24.75"
Number of Frets: 22

Hardware
Finish: Nickel
Bridge: ABR-1 with titanium saddles
Tailpiece: Die-cast Zinc with Locking Studs
Tuners: Grover 'Milk Bottle' Rotomatics
Knobs: Black Top Hats with Silver Inserts

Electronics
Neck pickup: MHS Humbucker Rhythm
Bridge pickup: MHS Humbucker Lead
Controls: 2 volumes, 2 tones, 1 toggle switch, hand-wired
with orange drop capacitors

Finish/Quantity
Finishes available: Antique Ebony (pictured), Antique Faded Cherry
Case Hardshell