Gibson Electric Es-335 Ocean Blue

An Icon Reimagined in "Ocean Blue"

Born in 1958, the Gibson ES-335 set the standard for modern semi-hollow guitars. This "Ocean Blue" edition combines the elegance of AAA figured maple with a bright nitrocellulose finish, respecting the model's sonic DNA while offering a decidedly contemporary look. The solid maple center block retains the projection and note sustain typical of the ES series, with feedback control sought after by stage musicians.

Who Is It For and What Styles?

From ambitious intermediates to professionals, the ES-335 "Ocean Blue" targets demanding guitarists seeking a unique and versatile instrument. Blues, classic rock, soul, jazz, pop, indie, or gospel: its response remains precise and musical, characteristic of semi-hollows, while effortlessly handling sustained crunches and singing drives.

The Sound

The 3-ply maple/poplar/maple combination with a solid maple center block produces a clear attack, silky mids, and tight lows, while the figured top and back add brightness and depth. The T-Type humbuckers deliver a clear and open treble at the bridge, a warm and rounded neck tone, and a very balanced middle position blend. Hand-wiring with 500k potentiometers enhances dynamics, and Orange Drop capacitors ensure progressive and musical tones. The 3-position selector and independent volumes allow fine grain shaping, from velvety clean to thick drive, with long, singing sustain.

Recommended Compatible Accessories

A set of nickel electric strings "10-46" will highlight the flexibility of the 24.75" scale length. Add a quality strap (standard strap locks) for stage use and a curved capo suited for electric guitars with a 12" radius. The included hard case perfectly protects the ES-335 format during transport.

Technical specifications

Format	ES-335 semi-hollow with center block	Nut width	43 mm / 1.69"
Top	AAA figured 3-ply maple/poplar/maple	Scale length	24.75" / 628.65 mm
Back & sides	AAA figured 3-ply maple/poplar/maple	Hardware	nickel
Center block	solid maple	Bridge	ABR-1 Tune-O-Matic
Binding	single-ply cream	Tailpiece	aluminum Stop Bar
Finish	glossy nitrocellulose lacquer	Tuners	Vintage Deluxe with Keystone buttons
Color	"Ocean Blue"	Control knobs	black Top Hats with silver reflectors
Material	mahogany	Pickguard	black
Profile	rounded "C"	Pickups	calibrated Gibson T-Type (bridge "Lead" and neck "Rhythm")
Fingerboard	rosewood	Controls	2 volumes, 2 tones
Fingerboard radius	12" / 305 mm	Selector	3-position switch
Frets	22 medium jumbo	Potentiometers	500k
Inlays	acrylic dots	Capacitors	Orange Drop
Nut	Graph Tech	Wiring	hand-wired