Gibson Custom 1959 ES-335 Historic Dot Reissue Review

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Gibson Custom 1959 ES-335 Historic Dot Reissue has been rated by 23 musicians.

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Overall Rating 4.71

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Features 4.65

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Quality 4.81

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Reliability / Value 4.53

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  • Body Shape: LPS  
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  • Number of Strings: 6  
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  • Body Type: Semi-Hollowbody  
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  • Scale Length: 24-3/4"  
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  • Body Construction: Double cutaway  
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  • Body Wood: Maple  
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  • Binding: Multi-ply  
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  • Binding: Creme  
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  • Pickguard: Yes  
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  • Neck Construction: 1-piece neck  
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  • Neck Shape: Rounded  
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  • Fingerboard Material: Rosewood  
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  • Fingerboard Inlays: Pearloid Dot  
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  • Number of Frets: 22  
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  • Nut Width: 1.6875" (1-11/16")  
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  • Tuners: Vintage Style  
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  • Bridge: ABR-1 bridge and Maestro tailpiece  
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  • Hardware: Nickel  
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  • Fret Size: Jumbo  
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  • Number of Pickups: 2  
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  • Pickup Switch Type: 3-way Pickup Selector  
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  • Controls: Tone  
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  • '57 Classic humbuckers

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Would you like a piece of advice? Trust from your fellow musicians who recommend this guitar by giving it the highest grades. Gibson Custom's 1959 ES-335 Historic Dot Reissue is a great sounding instrument that handles well any kind of situation: live, studio or plain practicing. Great features and great sound will keep you satisfied, and you will feel that this axe is worth every cent you've invested. Gibson Custom is a well known guitar manufacturer, so it's no surprise that Gibson Custom managed to produce another great instrument such as 1959 ES-335 Historic Dot Reissue.

Nobody argues that 1959 ES-335 Historic Dot Reissue has the most complete set of features that outshine most of the other guitar models in its price range. Gibson Custom equipped this guitar with most features any musician would like to see in a guitar, so you may rest assured that 1959 ES-335 Historic Dot Reissue is in the top of its league. With a matching price, this guitar is an excellent choice!

You can plug this baby into a toaster and, God knows, maybe it would sound as great as it does with any other amp. Seriously, Gibson Custom made a 1959 ES-335 Historic Dot Reissue, a terrific sounding instrument that deserves all the praise it can get. There is simply no need to change any stock-provided parts built into this axe, as it sounds professional all the way. Gibson Custom's 1959 ES-335 Historic Dot Reissue is a flawlessly sounding instrument.

Just by looking at Gibson Custom's 1959 ES-335 Historic Dot Reissue you can tell that this instrument is something special. Beautiful finish tells the story of extraordinary craftsmanship of Gibson Custom. Action is superb, and easily adjustable. The first time you pick up 1959 ES-335 Historic Dot Reissue and play it, you will notice that this is a top quality guitar. Hardware is no exception; it is carefully chosen and will last you for a long time.

If you're concerned whether 1959 ES-335 Historic Dot Reissue will serve you well in terms of durability or reliability, then you shouldn't worry at all about that. Gibson Custom created a very fine musical instrument that will stand the test of time and perform well in any situation: studio sessions, gigs or rehearsals. 1959 ES-335 Historic Dot Reissue is a quality built instrument that will last you a lifetime if you take good care of it.