2006 Gibson Memphis ES-335 Dot Electric Guitar Reissue – Cherry

Classic Memphis-built semi-hollow Gibson with dual ’57 Classic humbuckers and original hardshell case

This 2006 Gibson ES-335 Dot Reissue delivers the combination of hollow-body resonance, solid centre-block sustain and versatility that has made the ES-335 one of Gibson's most enduring electric guitar designs. This Memphis-built example features the traditional Cherry gloss finish, plain maple body, rosewood fingerboard with dot inlays, dual Gibson ’57 Classic humbuckers and the familiar four-control/three-way switching layout. Its warm cleans, articulate midrange and ability to handle anything from jazz and blues through classic rock make it a particularly versatile Gibson.

Condition:

Near excellent overall physical and working condition for a guitar approximately 20 years old.

The guitar has been carefully inspected and shows no major damage or structural issues. The body and neck show scattered minor scratches, small dings and finish marks consistent with normal previous use. A few small finish chips and marks are visible around the body edges and other areas, and are shown in close-up in the photos. The black pickguard also shows normal surface scratching.

The nickel hardware, particularly the ABR-1 bridge, stopbar tailpiece, and Grover tuners, shows age-related tarnishing/oxidation, but there is no significant rust, rot, or damage, and all hardware remains functional.

The frets are in excellent overall condition with plenty of usable life remaining, and both pickup assemblies are also in excellent physical condition.

The guitar has been tested. Both pickups, the pickup selector, volume and tone controls, and output jack function properly with no electronic issues noted. The bridge and tuners function normally.

The original Gibson hardshell case is included. The case shows considerably more cosmetic wear than the guitar, including scuffs, edge wear and separation/wear of the exterior material around portions of the lower perimeter. It remains usable for storage and transportation.

Includes:

• 2006 Gibson Memphis ES-335 Dot Reissue
• Original Gibson USA hardshell case
• Not included: Certificate of Authenticity, case key, paperwork or additional accessories

Key Features:

• Memphis-built Gibson ES-335 Dot Reissue
• Traditional semi-hollow double-cutaway construction
• Solid centre block for improved sustain and feedback resistance
• Plain laminated maple/poplar/maple body
• Cherry gloss nitrocellulose lacquer finish
• One-piece mahogany set neck
• Rosewood fingerboard
• Pearloid dot position inlays
• Dual Gibson ’57 Classic humbuckers
• Independent volume and tone controls for each pickup
• Three-way pickup selector
• ABR-1 Tune-O-Matic-style bridge
• Stopbar tailpiece
• Grover tuners
• Nickel hardware
• Bound body and fingerboard
• Made in USA

Technical Specifications:

• Brand: Gibson
• Model: ES-335 Dot Reissue
• Year: 2006
• Serial Number: 03266729
• Production Date: Approximately November 22, 2006
• Factory: Gibson Memphis, USA
• Finish: Cherry Gloss
• Body: Laminated maple/poplar/maple, semi-hollow with centre block
• Top Style: Plain
• Neck: One-piece mahogany, set neck
• Fingerboard: Rosewood
• Fingerboard Radius: 12"
• Inlays: Pearloid dots
• Scale Length: 24.75"
• Nut Width: 1 11/16"
• Frets: 22
• Pickups: 2 × Gibson ’57 Classic humbuckers
• Controls: 2 Volume, 2 Tone
• Pickup Selector: 3-way toggle
• Bridge: ABR-1
• Tailpiece: Stopbar
• Tuners: Grover
• Hardware: Nickel
• Orientation: Right-handed
• Strings: 6

Frequently Asked Questions:

Q: Does the guitar have any cracks, breaks or structural repairs?
A: No. We found no major or structural damage, breaks or repairs during our inspection.

Q: Are the electronics working properly?
A: Yes. Both pickups, the selector switch, volume and tone controls, and output jack have been tested with no functional issues noted.

Q: What condition are the frets in?
A: The frets are in excellent overall condition with plenty of usable life remaining.

Q: Is the tarnishing on the hardware a functional issue?
A: No. The bridge, tailpiece and tuners show normal age-related tarnishing, but no significant rust or deterioration and they function normally.

Q: Does it include the original case?
A: Yes. The original Gibson hardshell case is included. The case shows notable cosmetic and edge wear, including some separation of its exterior material around the lower perimeter.