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Epiphone1959 ES-355 Semi-Hollow Electric Guitar Cherry Red

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Epiphone 1959 ES-355 Semi-Hollow Electric Guitar Cherry Red
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About this model

Epiphone 1959 ES-355: Vintage Style, Modern Playability The Epiphone 1959 ES-355 is a faithful recreation of one of the most iconic guitars in history. Built with a semi-hollow 5-ply maple and poplar body and a solid maple center block, the Epiphone ES-355 combines warm, woody resonance with impressive sustain and feedback resistance. Its one-piece mahogany neck, rounded '50s profile, and ebony fingerboard provide a smooth, comfortable playing experience. Modeled after the legendary 1959 original, this Epiphone '355 is perfect for players seeking vintage tone and aesthetic with modern reliability. Vintage-Inspired Construction The Epiphone 1959 ES-355 captures the look and feel of the classic guitar it’s based on. Its aged Vintage Original Sheen (VOS) lacquer finish gives the body a worn, vintage-style appearance, while the multi-ply binding adds elegance reminiscent of late 1950s designs. The semi-hollowbody construction with a solid maple center block reduces feedback while enhancing sustain, creating a perfect balance of resonance and focus. Whether on stage or in the studio, this guitar delivers timeless tone and style. Iconic Gibson Headstock and Hardware The split-diamond headstock design on the Epiphone 1959 ES-355 pays homage to Gibson's classic aesthetic. Gold Grover Rotomatic tuners ensure precise, stable tuning, while the Graph Tech nut and ABR-1 bridge with a stopbar tailpiece add to its vintage authenticity. These components are crafted to provide excellent intonation, tuning stability, and period-correct appeal. This attention to detail makes the ES-355 a standout for players and collectors alike. Ebony Fingerboard With Block Inlays The Epiphone ES-355 features a one-piece mahogany neck with a rounded '50s profile, designed for comfortable playability. Its ebony fingerboard adds warmth and articulation to the tone, while the mother-of-pearl block inlays lend a touch of elegance. The 22 medium-jumbo frets and 12-inch radius make the fingerboard smooth and easy to navigate, whether you’re playing intricate solos or strumming chords. Handwired Pickups for Classic Tone The Epiphone 1959 ES-355 is equipped with Gibson Custom humbuckers, handwired to CTS potentiometers and Mallory capacitors. The neck pickup produces warm, rounded tones ideal for jazz and blues, while the bridge pickup delivers bright, cutting treble and solid lows perfect for rock and lead work. Combined, these pickups offer a wide range of vintage-inspired tones, making the guitar versatile for multiple genres.

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1 detailsPickups & controls
Pickup Configuration
HH
4 detailsPlayability
Orientation
Right handed
Number of Frets
22
Number of Strings
6
Scale Length
24.75"
5 detailsBody & build
Color
Red
Body Material
5-piece layered maple/poplar
Neck Wood
1-piece mahogany Profile: '50s Rounded Medium C Nut Width: 1.69" (43 mm) Fingerboard Wood: Ebony Scale Length: 24.75" Number of Frets: 22 Inlay: Mother-of-pearl block Hardware Bridge: ABR-1 Tailpiece: Gibson Historic Reissue Aluminum StopBar Tuners: Grover Rotomatic Plating: Gold Electronics Configuration: HH Neck: Gibson Custombucker Bridge: Gibson Custombucker Controls: Individual volume, individual tone Special features: Hand-wired with CTS potentiometers and Mallory capacitors and '50s wiring Other Orientation: Right handed Strings: 6 Case: Hardshell
Body wood
5-piece layered maple/poplar
Body Shape
ES-355 Body wood: 5-piece layered maple/poplar Binding: VOS-Vintage original sheen 7-ply  Neck Wood: 1-piece mahogany Profile: '50s Rounded Medium C Nut Width: 1.69" (43 mm) Fingerboard Wood: Ebony Scale Length: 24.75" Number of Frets: 22 Inlay: Mother-of-pearl block Hardware Bridge: ABR-1 Tailpiece: Gibson Historic Reissue Aluminum StopBar Tuners: Grover Rotomatic Plating: Gold Electronics Configuration: HH Neck: Gibson Custombucker Bridge: Gibson Custombucker Controls: Individual volume, individual tone Special features: Hand-wired with CTS potentiometers and Mallory capacitors and '50s wiring Other Orientation: Right handed Strings: 6 Case: Hardshell
23 detailsOther
Shape
ES-355
Configuration
HH
Inlay
Mother-of-pearl block
Profile
'50s Rounded Medium C
Number of Frets
22
Case
Hardshell
Special features
Hand-wired with CTS potentiometers and Mallory capacitors and '50s wiring
Tier
new
Controls
Individual volume, individual tone
Neck
Gibson Custombucker
Nut Width
1.69" (43 mm)
Binding
VOS-Vintage original sheen 7-ply
Category Source
detail
Tuners
Grover Rotomatic
Wood
Ebony
Tailpiece
Gibson Historic Reissue Aluminum StopBar
Korena Special
false
Orientation
Right handed
Strings
6
Scale Length
24.75"
Plating
Gold
Source Id
site51500000419395
Bridge
Gibson Custombucker

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