Gibson Custom Limited 59 ES 345 Varitone Bigsby Ebony Heavy Aged w/case

The Gibson Custom Limited 1959 ES-345 Reissue Varitone Bigsby Heavy Aged Ebony is a remarkable recreation of one of the rarest and most desirable semi-hollowbody configurations from Gibson's Golden Era. Part of Gibson Custom's Limited Edition Collection, this model combines the elegance and tonal sophistication of the ES-345 with the expressive capabilities of a factory Bigsby vibrato and the expertly aged artistry of the Murphy Lab. Finished in an exceptionally uncommon Ebony Heavy Aged treatment, this guitar captures the appearance, feel, and character of a well-loved vintage original.

Built with the classic maple/poplar/maple laminate construction and a solid maple center block, the 1959 ES-345 delivers the warmth and resonance of a semi-hollowbody while maintaining outstanding sustain and resistance to feedback. The Murphy Lab Heavy Aged nitrocellulose lacquer finish recreates decades of natural wear, lacquer checking, and playing marks, giving the instrument an authentic vintage personality from the moment it leaves the case.

The mahogany neck features Gibson's coveted Authentic 1959 profile and is joined to the body with a long neck tenon for enhanced resonance and tonal transfer. A rosewood fingerboard adorned with aged cellulose split-parallelogram inlays provides the iconic ES-345 aesthetic, while the pair of Custombucker Alnico 3 pickups deliver the airy highs, warm midrange, and dynamic response associated with the finest late-'50s PAF-style humbuckers. The addition of a mono Varitone circuit dramatically expands the tonal palette, offering everything from rich jazz textures to cutting blues and rock tones.

Highlights

• Limited Edition Gibson Custom Shop model
• Murphy Lab Heavy Aged Ebony finish
• Historically accurate 1959 ES-345 specifications
• Factory Bigsby vibrato tailpiece
• Mono Varitone circuit
• Dual Custombucker Alnico 3 pickups
• Authentic 1959 neck profile
• Solid maple center block construction
• Includes Lifton reissue hardshell case and Certificate of Authenticity

Specifications

Body

• Body Shape: ES-345
• Body Material: Maple/Poplar/Maple
• Construction: Semi-Hollow with Solid Maple Center Block
• Binding: Multi-Ply Top and Back
• Finish: Heavy Aged Nitrocellulose Lacquer
• Color: Ebony

Neck

• Neck Material: Mahogany
• Neck Profile: Authentic 1959
• Neck Joint: Long Neck Tenon
• Scale Length: 24.75" (628.7mm)
• Fingerboard Material: Rosewood
• Frets: 22 Reissue Medium Jumbo
• Inlays: Aged Cellulose Split-Parallelogram
• Nut Material: Nylon

Hardware

• Bridge: ABR-1 Tune-O-Matic
• Tailpiece: Bigsby Vibrato
• Tuners: Kluson Deluxe
• Hardware Finish: Gold
• Control Knobs: Gold Top Hats
• Pickup Covers: Nickel
• Plastics: Black

Electronics

• Neck Pickup: Custombucker Alnico 3
• Bridge Pickup: Custombucker Alnico 3
• Controls:
  • 2 Volume
  • 2 Tone
  • Mono Varitone Circuit
• Pickup Selector: 3-Way Toggle

Miscellaneous

• Finish Treatment: Murphy Lab Heavy Aged
• Case: Lifton Reissue Hardshell Case Included
• Certificate of Authenticity Included
• Limited Edition Gibson Custom Collection Model
• Crafted by Gibson Custom Shop Nashville

Why Buy From Tone Shop Guitars?

At Tone Shop Guitars, we pride ourselves on offering the finest Gibson Custom Shop instruments available. Every guitar is carefully inspected by our team before it leaves our doors, ensuring it arrives ready to inspire. Whether you're adding a rare collector's piece to your collection or searching for a world-class player, our experienced staff is here to help you find the right instrument. Visit one of our DFW locations or shop online with confidence.