Customer Reviews

Gibson Custom ES-335 Dot Electric Guitar, Vintage Sunburst, Figured Maple

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I've had my ES-335 for 15 years now, bought a new one in 1996, and it has not let me down once during all that time. It is a trusted friend, a confidante, and often an advisor. It's truly my guitar consigliere. There's a common misconception that its tone is only good for jazz and blues - total nonsense. This thing can get gnarly, street-fight with the best of them. The thing is, man, it's versatile. It can dial up some true raunch, and then in its next breath burn as clear and bright as the stars. Color don't matter, get whichever one you like. Plug in into a tube amp, perhaps a vintage fender, and visit places you've only imagined...

I played this guitar for about an hour at a local guitar store, and it was easily the best electric guitar I've ever played in terms of tone and play-ability. I played it through a Fender Deluxe Reverb amp, and I could get this guitar to make any sound I wanted. I would highly recommend going to a store and playing it yourself before you make any decision either way, just so you can feel and hear this guitar for yourself.

In summary, a very versatile guitar with beautiful tone. I would buy it in a second if I had the extra money.