Epiphone - ES-335 Inspired by Gibson Vintage Sunburst - IGES335VSNH

Body: Maple

Neck: Mahogany

Fingerboard: Laurel

Joint: Set Neck

Scale: 24.75" (629mm)

Radius: 304.8 mm / 12 in

22 Frets

Pickups: HB / HB

The Nantel Verdict

Semi-hollow and hollow-body guitars exist in a magical sonic space that solid-body instruments simply cannot access. The air chambers inside the body create a three-dimensional resonance - woody, warm, and harmonically complex - that you feel vibrating against your chest as much as you hear through the amp. It's the kind of guitar that fundamentally changes how you approach music.

Target Audience

Jazz, blues & indie players seeking organic warmth

Musical Styles

Jazz Blues Indie Classic Rock Rockabilly Soul

Recommended Level

Intermediate to Professional

What Sets It Apart

Hollow or semi-hollow construction adding organic resonance and three-dimensional depth. Natural acoustic properties allowing enjoyable unplugged practice. Exceptional recording characteristics capturing richness solid-bodies can't match. A tonal versatility spanning jazz, blues, rock, indie, and beyond.

Our Pro Tip

Roll the tone knob back to 6 and play through a tube amp at moderate gain - the natural resonance of the hollow body adds a woody warmth and depth to your tone that will transform how you experience guitar. That's the sweet spot.

The Takeaway

A semi-hollow or hollow guitar delivers warmth and tonal complexity that solid-body instruments simply cannot match. You feel the resonance in your hands and hear it through the amp as a richer, more three-dimensional tone. From Freddie King's blues to Larry Carlton's fusion to Noel Gallagher's anthems, these instruments add soul to every note. It's the kind of guitar that makes you play more musically.

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Epiphone - ES-335 Inspired by Gibson Vintage Sunburst - IGES335VSNH

Vendor: Epiphone

Type: Electric Guitars

SKU: EPI-IGES335VSNH

$899.00

$899.00 ~~$899.00~~

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Sweet and Soulful Semi-Hollow

The ES-335 is Epiphone's version of the historic ES-335 that has been wowing guitar players all over the world for over six decades. From its inaugural appearance in 1958, the Gibson™ ES-335 set an unmatched standard. Our Epiphone ES-335 is no exception. It is simply one of the best deals today for guitar players who want the classic sound of an ES-335 at an accessible price. The ES-335 is crafted with a layered maple top, back, and sides coupled with a solid maple tone block to create the amazing sustain, warmth, and resonant tone that players crave in a semi-hollow instrument. Epiphone's Alnico Classic PRO™ Humbuckers deliver a wide range of vintage sounds while the rounded C neck profile is extremely comfortable and easy to play, and the headstock features the 60s style Kalamazoo shape. Optional hardshell or EpiLite™ Case available.

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