Description: The ES-355 was designed by Gibson as the premier semi-hollowbody in the ES line. Stereo electronics, Varitone switching, an ebony fretboard, bound headstock, pearl block inlays capped off with a pearl diamond head stock inlay, and a gold Bigsby make the ES-355 the ultimate gentleman's electric. Just ask Mr. BB King himself! This 355 lives up to the title with a stunningly intact vibrant cherry finish, good fret life and a thinner 60's neck that is an absolute joy to play. This is what a dream guitar looks, plays and sounds like!
Summary
Body: Double-bound, semi-hollow maple
Neck: Bound mahogany neck and rosewood fretboard with block inlays
Pickups/Hardware: Two humbuckers (there's one PAF and one patent pending humbucker), Bigsby vibrato, and Varitone controls
Cosmetic Condition: Excellent! There's hardly any checking on this 355, just the beginnings of a few light patches of checking on the sides of the body. The finish is in excellent condition. There's a few surface scratches on the body, mostly on the back from very light buckle rash. The neck is in great shape too, it has just a few minor dings in the back and the headstock looks fantastic. The gold hardware has the perfect amount of tarnish that shows that this is an instrument that was well cared for but also hard to put down. It's simply beautiful!
Modifications: The strap buttons have been replaced.
Weight: 9lbs 12oz
Case: Original hardshell