{"product_id":"gibson-es-335-black-1968-2520236","title":"Gibson ES-335 Black 1968","description":"\u003ci\u003eThe following specs were carefully collected and recorded by a skilled technician. For a more detailed description and questions regarding sound, feel, or cosmetic condition, please call to speak to one of our experts.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSummary\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFinish: \u003c\/b\u003eSmall parts on the top between the pickups and near the controls have been retouched. All other finish is original.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBody Material: \u003c\/b\u003eMaple\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTop Material: \u003c\/b\u003eMaple\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eNeck Material: \u003c\/b\u003eMahogany\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eNeck Profile: \u003c\/b\u003eC\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eNeck Thickness (IN): \u003c\/b\u003e1st - 0.82\" 12th - 0.99\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFingerboard Radius: \u003c\/b\u003e12.00\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eNut Width: \u003c\/b\u003e1-9\/16\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eScale Length: \u003c\/b\u003e24 3\/4\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eElectronics: \u003c\/b\u003eThe guitar has been converted to mono and the original Varitone switch and inductor have been removed. A non-original Varitone switch has been reinstalled for aesthetic purposes; it is not wired into the circuit. The original Varitone is included in the case. The guitar has two patent number sticker humbuckers, a three-way selector switch, two volume pots, and two tone pots. This is a rare example of an ES-335 that originally came with a Varitone switch and inductor.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePickup Measurements: \u003c\/b\u003eneck - 7.6 kΩ, bridge - 8.1 kΩ\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eHardware: \u003c\/b\u003eThe Varitone's poker chip is non-original. All other hardware is original.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight: \u003c\/b\u003e7 lbs 8 oz\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eCosmetic Condition: \u003c\/b\u003eThis vintage Gibson guitar has aged well and is in good condition. The finish is glossy with checking, shallow dings, and some light surface scratches scattered throughout. The top shows some touch-ups in small dents or chips. Some finish has flaked off near the selector switch. The back of the body shows a wide patch of buckle rash. The metal hardware is lightly tarnished with age.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eModifications\/Repairs: \u003c\/b\u003eSmall parts on the top between the pickups and near the controls have been retouched. The guitar has been converted to mono and the original Varitone switch and inductor have been removed. A non-original Varitone switch has been reinstalled for aesthetic purposes; it is not wired into the circuit. The original Varitone is included in the case.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSerial Number: \u003c\/b\u003e952039\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTech Notes: \u003c\/b\u003eThe guitar plays well with low action and optimal neck relief. The frets are medium width and low with minimal play wear. The serial number dates to 1968.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eCase Details: \u003c\/b\u003eOriginal Hardshell Case\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Reemes Music","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53838780334399,"sku":"RMC-MUS-G73763926","price":5999.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0990\/7535\/9039\/files\/gibson-electric-guitars-gibson-es-335-black-1968-gibson-es-335-black-1968-u7501908502-1232493934.jpg?v=1782094650","url":"https:\/\/www.reemesmusic.com\/products\/gibson-es-335-black-1968-2520236","provider":"Reemes Music","version":"1.0","type":"link"}