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Gibson Custom Shop Murphy Lab 1961 ES-335 'Sixties Cherry' Ultra Light Aged Electric Guitar

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Includes Hardshell Case

The Gibson Historic Reissue ES-335 'Sixties Cherry' Ultra Light Aged Electric Guitar is a stunning tribute to the legendary 1961 model, crafted with meticulous attention to detail by the expert artisans at the Gibson Custom Shop. Every aspect of this guitar, from its iconic semi-hollow body to the '61 neck profile, has been faithfully recreated, drawing from original vintage ES-335 models that have been studied, scanned, and listened to. Equipped with Custombucker Alnico 3 pickups, this guitar delivers the coveted PAF tone that made the ES-335 a legend. The Murphy Lab Ultra Light Aged finish treatment gives the guitar the authentic look and feel of a well-loved vintage instrument, enhancing its tonal quality and playability.

Designed for the discerning player who appreciates vintage craftsmanship, the Gibson ES-335 'Sixties Cherry' features a solid maple center block, Indian rosewood fingerboard, and long tenon hide glue neck joint for exceptional sustain and resonance. The Murphy Lab Light Aged hardware and finish give it the vintage feel, while the Kluson tuners and ABR-1 bridge ensure reliable tuning and intonation. This premium instrument comes with a brown/pink Lifton Reissue case and Certificate of Authenticity, making it the perfect addition to any collection or stage performance.

Features:

  • Murphy Lab Ultra Light Aged Finish: Provides the look and feel of a well-worn, vintage instrument.

  • Custombucker Alnico 3 Pickups: Deliver classic PAF tones with exceptional warmth and clarity.

  • Authentic '61 Skinny C-Shape Neck Profile: Offers a vintage feel and excellent playability.

  • Solid Maple Center Block: Ensures superior sustain, resonance, and feedback control.

  • Kluson Single Line, Double Ring Tuners: Provide precise tuning stability and a classic vintage aesthetic.

  • Body Shape: ES-335

  • Material: 3-Ply Maple/Poplar/Maple

  • Centerblock: Solid Maple

  • Binding: 1-Ply Royalite

  • Finish: Nitrocellulose Lacquer, Murphy Lab Ultra Light Aged

  • Neck Material: Solid Mahogany

  • Neck Profile: Authentic '61 Skinny C-Shape

  • Scale Length: 24.75"

  • Fingerboard Material: Indian Rosewood, Hide Glue Fit

  • Fingerboard Radius: 12"

  • Number of Frets: 22, Authentic Medium-Jumbo

  • Nut Material: Nylon

  • Nut Width: 1.687"

  • Inlays: Pearloid Dot

  • Neck Joint: Long Tenon, Hide Glue Fit

  • Bridge: ABR-1

  • Tailpiece: Lightweight Aluminum Stop Bar

  • Knobs: Black Top Hats with Silver Inserts

  • Tuners: Kluson Single Line, Double Ring

  • Plating: Nickel, Murphy Lab Light Aged

  • Neck Pickup: Custombucker Alnico 3 (Unpotted)

  • Bridge Pickup: Custombucker Alnico 3 (Unpotted)

  • Controls: 2 Volume, 2 Tone, CTS 500K Audio Taper Potentiometers, Paper-in-Oil Capacitors

  • Pickup Selector: 3-Way Switchcraft

  • Output Jack: 1/4" Switchcraft

  • Strings: 10-46

  • Case: Brown/Pink Lifton Reissue 5-Latch

  • Accessories: Certificate of Authenticity

Acoustic Centre offers free shipping on all new items to most locations within Australia on all orders over $99, excluding Western Australia, Northern Territory and Far North Queensland. Used items have a flat rate shipping fee of $59 within our usual shipping locations. We also offer competitive Express shipping options at checkout.

Customers located in Western Australia, Northern Territory and Far North Queensland recieve free shipping on all accessory orders over $99, but will incur a flat rate instrument or large item shipping charge of $179 (or $299 for Express shipping).

Used instruments fall outside of our usual shipping policy, and shipping to most addresses will be $69 - $99, as shown at checkout.

Occasionally due to issues with delivering to remote or unusual destinations, we aren't able to offer free postage. We reserve the right to retract the offer if freight costs exceed 15% of your purchase. We will always notify you if there is an issue and offer a full refund or arrange alternative delivery options.

All strings and accessories will be shipped with tracking via courier or Australia Post. Other items including guitars and amplification equipment will be shipped using our courier service providers, with a tracking number and signature on delivery.

The Acoustic Centre ships goods Australia-wide, however at this time we are unable to accept international orders.

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Please note that returns will not be accepted for variations in timber grain /  colouring, finish variations and parts colouring, unless there is a fault with the instrument. If you have any questions at all regarding an instrument's appearance, just drop us a line - we're always happy to send photos, and if we have more than one instrument in stock you'll be able to choose the exact guitar that you receive!