{"product_id":"epiphone-1959-es-355-inspired-by-gibson-custom-white-custombuckers-2024","title":"Epiphone 1959 ES-355 Inspired by Gibson Custom~ White~ Custombuckers~ 2024","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eEpiphone 1959 ES-355 Inspired by Gibson Custom – Classic White – Gibson Custombuckers – Original Hard Case\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e‼️ \u003cb\u003eIMPORTANT CONDITION NOTE- PLEASE READ FULL LISTING \u003c\/b\u003e‼️\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e£599.00 | Classic White | Gibson Custombucker Pickups | Original Hard Case\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eEpiphone 1959 ES-355 Inspired by Gibson Custom – Classic White\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA beautiful Epiphone 1959 ES-355 Inspired by Gibson Custom, finished in elegant Classic White with gold hardware and supplied in its original brown hard case with pink plush interior.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDeveloped in collaboration with Gibson Custom, this exceptional semi-hollow guitar features genuine Gibson Custombucker pickups, an ebony fingerboard, premium hand-wired electronics and traditional 1959-inspired styling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eA quick note on condition: This guitar originally arrived from Gibson\/Epiphone with a small crack around the neck area. This was repaired in July 2024, with the accompanying repair invoice confirming no structural neck break. The repair has remained completely stable under string tension for over two years, and the guitar plays beautifully with no associated playability issues.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe repaired area has been lightly touched up with white paint to make it less noticeable, although it remains visible in our photographs.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eApart from this, the guitar is in near-mint cosmetic condition, with only a little light tarnishing to the gold hardware and no other noticeable damage.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt £599, this is an excellent opportunity to own a beautifully appointed Inspired by Gibson Custom ES-355 at a substantial saving.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eGibson Custombucker Pickups \u0026amp; Premium Electronics\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the highlights of this model is its pair of genuine Gibson Custombucker humbuckers, delivering rich, expressive vintage tones with excellent clarity and dynamic response.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe electronics are hand-wired with CTS potentiometers, Mallory capacitors and Switchcraft components, providing a high-quality signal path and responsive controls.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom warm jazz and blues tones to classic rock, this is a wonderfully versatile instrument.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eClassic Semi-Hollow Construction\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe body is constructed from five-ply layered maple and poplar, with spruce bracing and a solid maple centre block.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis traditional construction combines the warmth and resonance of a semi-hollow guitar with excellent sustain and reduced feedback.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Classic White finish is beautifully complemented by ornate multi-ply binding, mother-of-pearl appointments, a long tortoiseshell-style pickguard and elegant gold hardware.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eComfortable 1950s Neck \u0026amp; Ebony Fingerboard\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe one-piece mahogany neck features a 1950s Rounded Medium C profile, offering a comfortable, substantial playing feel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA smooth ebony fingerboard with mother-of-pearl block inlays, 12-inch radius and 22 medium jumbo frets completes the classic specification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 24.75-inch scale length provides the familiar feel associated with vintage Gibson instruments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePremium Hardware \u0026amp; Original Case\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe guitar features a Tune-O-Matic bridge, Gibson Historic Reissue aluminium stopbar tailpiece and gold Grover Rotomatic tuning machines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSupplied complete with its original Inspired by Gibson Custom brown hard case, featuring a beautiful pink plush interior and gold hardware.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe original repair invoice is also included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBody \u0026amp; Construction\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* Brand: Epiphone\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* Series: Inspired by Gibson Custom\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* Model: 1959 ES-355\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* Product Code: EC35559CWVGH1\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* Finish: Classic White\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* Body: Five-Ply Layered Maple\/Poplar\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* Bracing: Spruce\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* Centre Block: Solid Maple\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* Body Finish: VOS Polyurethane\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* Binding: Seven-Ply Top, Three-Ply Back, Five-Ply Headstock, Single-Ply Fingerboard\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eNeck \u0026amp; Fingerboard\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* Neck: One-Piece Mahogany\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* Neck Profile: 1950s Rounded Medium C\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* Neck Joint: Set Neck, Long Tenon\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* Fingerboard: Ebony\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* Fingerboard Radius: 12”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* Scale Length: 24.75”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* Frets: 22 Medium Jumbo\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* Nut: Graph Tech\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* Nut Width: 43mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* Inlays: Mother-of-Pearl Blocks\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHardware \u0026amp; Electronics\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* Hardware: Gold\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* Bridge: Tune-O-Matic\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* Tailpiece: Gibson Historic Reissue Aluminium Stopbar\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* Tuners: Grover Rotomatic\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* Pickguard: Five-Ply Bound Celluloid Tortoise\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* Neck Pickup: Gibson Custombucker\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* Bridge Pickup: Gibson Custombucker\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* Controls: Two Volume, Two Tone\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* Wiring: CTS Potentiometers \u0026amp; Mallory Capacitors\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* Switching: Three-Way Switchcraft\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* Output Jack: Switchcraft\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAdditional Information\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* Serial Number: 23111512260\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* Condition: Excellent Overall, with Previous Neck-Area Repair\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* Original Hard Case: Included\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* Repair Documentation: Included\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAn Exceptional ES-355 for £599\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith genuine Gibson Custombucker pickups, premium electronics, beautiful vintage styling and its original hard case, this Inspired by Gibson Custom ES-355 offers an impressive specification for the money.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCHORDPLAY PRICE: £599.00\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eActual guitar pictured. 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