






1959 ES-355 Reissue, Diamond F-Holes Gold Sparkle Heavy Flake Gloss
Gibson Custom Select semi-hollowbody, ebony fretboard with MOP block inlays, MOP split diamond headstock inlay, Custombucker pickups, and diamond-shaped F-holes

The King of the ES Models, Now With Diamond F-Holes
Gibson Custom Shop is the pinnacle of craftsmanship, quality, and sound excellence. Each instrument celebrates Gibson's legacy through accuracy, authenticity, and attention to detail.
What could be better than the legendary ES-335? The ES-355! The ES-355 starts with all the features that make the ES-335 iconic - the feedback-resistant semi-hollowbody construction, the two humbucking pickups with individual volume and tone controls, the legendary sonic versatility and exceptional playability - and kicks it into overdrive with an ebony fretboard that's adorned with mother of pearl block inlays and 22 authentic medium jumbo frets. A split diamond headstock inlay and multi-ply binding further reinforce the fact that the ES-355 is the top-of-the-line ES™ model. This expertly crafted Custom Shop rendition also features the fan-favorite Diamond-shaped F-holes and your choice of a Silver Sparkle Heavy Flake Gloss or Gold Sparkle Heavy Flake Gloss finish that is sure to attract attention. A brown and pink 50s-style Lifton™ hardshell case is also included.
Body Style
ES
Body Shape
ES-355
Body Material
3-ply Maple/Poplar/Maple
Top
3-ply Maple/Poplar/Maple
Back
3-ply Maple/Poplar/Maple
Side
3-ply Maple/Poplar/Maple
Centerblock
Maple
Binding
Multi-ply Top, Back, and Headstock, Single-ply Fretboard
Body Finish
Gloss Nitrocellulose Lacquer
Profile
50s Rounded Medium C
Scale Length
628.65 mm / 24.75 in
Fingerboard Material
Ebony
Fingerboard Radius
304.8 mm / 12 in
Neck Material
Mahogany
Fret Count
22
Frets
Authentic Medium Jumbo
Nut Material
Nylon
Nut Width
42.86 mm / 1.687 in
Inlays
Mother of Pearl Custom Block
Joint
Glued In, Set Neck; Hide Glue Fit
Finish
Gloss Nickel
Bridge
ABR-1
Tailpiece
Lightweight Aluminum Stop Bar
Tuning Machines
Grover Rotomatic with Kidney Buttons
Pickguard
ES-355 Bound Tortoise; Long
Truss Rod
Authentic 1950s No-Tube
Truss Rod Cover
True Historic
Control Knobs
True Historic Gold Top Hat with Dial Pointer
Switch Tip
True Historic Amber
Strap Buttons
2 - Aluminum
Mounting Rings
Black
Pickup Covers
True Historic
Neck Pickup
Custombucker (Unpotted)
Bridge Pickup
Custombucker (Unpotted)
Controls
2 Volume, 2 Tone, Vintage taper Potentiometers, Paper in Oil Capacitators
Pickup Selector
3-way Switchcraft
Output Jack
1/4" Switchcraft
Strings Gauge
.010, .013, .017, .026, .036, .046
Case
50s Brown/Pink Lifton Hardshell