Epiphone ES-355 1976 Signature Alex Lifeson Reissue Alpine White IBGCS

A faithful reissue of a 1976 ES-355 that became a landmark in progressive rock

This ES-355 pays tribute to the 1976 instrument associated with Alex Lifeson, a major figure whose adventurous playing has left a lasting mark on the progressive rock aesthetic. In the "Inspired by Gibson Custom" spirit, Epiphone offers more than just a signature model: it features a detail-oriented approach, playability, and a sonic identity designed to support musicians who love to explore, nuance, and evolve. The Alpine White finish, multiple binding, and gold hardware immediately place this guitar in the premium instrument category.

Which guitarists and styles is this ES-355 Alex Lifeson made for?

This semi-hollow is primarily aimed at intermediate to advanced guitarists seeking an expressive guitar sensitive to touch and capable of handling dynamic changes. Its natural playground covers progressive rock, classic rock, ambitious pop, modern blues, and any context where wide arpeggios, open chords, and singing solos alternate. The Slim C neck profile facilitates fast movements, while the Maestro Vibrola invites subtle vibratos and more pronounced pitch effects, all while maintaining a proudly vintage aesthetic.

An articulate semi-hollow voice, sustain, and electronics designed to sculpt the tone

The semi-hollow body in 5-ply maple/poplar delivers the typical blend of resonance and air, with a clear attack and beautiful harmonic breadth. The solid maple center block improves gain handling and increases sustain while limiting feedback tendencies when pushing the amp. The 3-piece maple neck enhances stability, and the ebony fingerboard adds precision and snap: ideal for defined chords, clear double-stops, and melodic lines that stand out in a dense mix.

On the pickups side, the Gibson T-Type in neck and bridge positions provide a very usable humbucker range: firm lows, structured mids, and present highs without harshness. The 2 volumes and 2 tones allow fine-tuning from bright clean to muscular crunch. The 3-position selector covers essentials, and the mono Varitone expands the palette to shift from a more open tone to more focused colors. The mini bypass toggle instantly restores the "direct" path when you want the full signal response without detour.

Technical specifications

Category	Hollow body	Nbr of strings	6
Left handed	No	Color	White
Strings	Steel

Type	semi-hollow electric guitar	Scale length	24.75" / 628.65 mm
Shape	ES-335	Fingerboard binding	single-ply
Construction	5-ply maple/poplar	Bridge	Harmonica Tune-O-Matic
Center block	solid maple	Vibrato	Maestro Vibrola
Binding	multi-ply (top and back)	Tuners	die-cast (keystone buttons)
Finish	gloss	Hardware finish	gold
Attachment	set neck	Pickup covers	gold
Wood	3-piece maple	Plastics	black
Profile	Slim C	Knobs	Black Witch Hats
Reinforcement	volute	Neck pickup	Gibson T-Type (USA)
Fingerboard	ebony	Bridge pickup	Gibson T-Type (USA)
Inlays	blocks	Controls	2 volume, 2 tone
Frets	22 medium jumbo	Selector	3-position toggle
Radius	12" / 304.8 mm	Case	hard case included
Nut	Graph Tech