The 2022 Gibson Custom Shop Murphy Lab 1959 ES-355 Ultra Light Aged has arrived!!

Tom Murphy, a master of aging who has led Gibsonfs aging efforts for many years.
He established a lab bearing his name within the Gibson Custom Shop in Nashville, Tennessee, where his team utilizes the latest techniques based on scientific research to age guitars.

The model we have in stock is a 1959-style ES-355 built in 2022.

It features binding wrapped around both sides of the body and the neck/headstock, along with split diamond inlays on the headstock top.
This is the top-of-the-line model in the companyfs ES series, featuring block inlays starting at the first fret on the ebony fingerboard and gold hardware.
The jet-black ebony finish and gold hardware create a look that is both luxurious and elegant.

The Ultra Light Aged finish has matured over time, evolving into an even more distinctive look.

It comes with a full set of accessories, including the original hard case, a Murphy Lab certificate of authenticity, a Pre-Pack Checklist with the date, and various documents.
* One strap pin has been replaced.

Condition: B+: Some minor scratches, but no issues for normal use

Serial Number: A92913
Year of Manufacture: 2022
Country of Manufacture: USA
Case: Genuine hard case
Accessories: Murphy Lab Certificate of Authenticity, Pre-Pack Checklist with date, documentation-
Weight: 3.76 kg
Truss Rod: No issues; checked up to 60 degrees left and right with no problems
Fret Wear: Within normal range; frets are at a playable height
String Height (Low String Side): 2.0 mm at the 12th fret
String height (treble side): 1.5 mm at the 12th fret
Nut width: 42.5 mm
Neck thickness near the 1st fret: 22.5 mm
Neck thickness near the 12th fret: 24.5 mm
Scale: 628mm (24.75")
Radius: 254mm (10")
Strings at setup: ERNIE BALL 2221 / .010-.046 set
Repairs and Maintenance: Cleaning, string replacement, truss rod adjustment, octave adjustment, action adjustment, fret leveling

* As this is a used item, there may be scratches, dents, or other imperfections that are not visible in the photos or not listed here. Please be aware of this in advance.

* Any listed measurements for the truss rod, remaining fret height, string height, etc., were taken by our staff during setup. These measurements are subject to change due to environmental factors such as climate and humidity.
These measurements are intended as a reference at the time of purchase; we cannot guarantee that the measurements will be the same when the item arrives at your location.

* This item is a one-of-a-kind product currently listed simultaneously on multiple platforms, including our in-store display. While we strive to remove product listings promptly upon sale, updates may not always be in real time.
We sincerely apologize if the item happens to be sold out after you place your order, and we ask for your understanding in such cases.

*** The shipping cost to most countries is included in the listed price ***

All musical instruments we sell have been checked and adjusted for playability. The pictures in the listings are of the actual item so please have a look for an idea of the cosmetic condition. As they are used instruments they may or may not have some scratches or wear to the finish. Please note: Ishibashi will not accept returns or refunds in the case of dents, scratches, or cosmetic wear that were originally detailed either in the pictures or description. Thank you for your understanding.

Condition: Some scratches, dents and marks. If you would like to know more about this specific instrument, or have general questions, please don't hesitate to contact us.

Accessories: Please confirm the picture.

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The voltage in Japan is 100 V, it is different from most of other countries, you need confirm the voltage of your country and in some cases you have to get locally an adaptor for converting the voltage before use it in your country.

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