Gibson Electric ES-339 Figured 60s Cherry Modern
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A Modern ES: Gibson Semi-Hollow DNA in a More Compact Format
The ES-339 stands as a modern classic at Gibson USA: it retains the aesthetics, feel, and sonic philosophy of the legendary semi-hollows while offering a smaller body designed for guitarists who want to keep the grain and depth of a semi-hollow without adopting a bulky size. In this Figured 60s Cherry version from the Modern Collection, the AAA figured maple top and back provide a strong visual presence, matching its high level of finish.
For Whom and Which Styles?
The Gibson ES-339 Figured is aimed at intermediate to expert guitarists seeking a versatile, comfortable, and expressive semi-hollow. Its 339 format facilitates playing in the upper frets and makes it particularly enjoyable for stage, rehearsals, and studio work. It excels in blues, classic rock, jazz, soul, and pop, with plenty of headroom for saturated tones while maintaining definition.
The Sound
The semi-hollow construction combines a 3-ply AAA figured maple / poplar / maple top and back with an aged maple center block: this yields the airy character and harmonic breadth of a semi-hollow while maintaining excellent overdrive handling and feedback control. The Adirondack spruce bracing contributes to the instrument's responsiveness and natural acoustic projection.
On the amplification side, the 57 Classic and 57 Classic Plus pair delivers an inspired PAF tone: round lows, singing mids, and silky highs, with more bite at the bridge. The hand-wired circuitry, 500K potentiometers, and "orange" capacitors make volume and tone controls highly usable, allowing a transition from deep clean to rich saturation without losing playing dynamics. The ABR-1 Tune-O-Matic bridge and aluminum tailpiece enhance attack and precise sustain.
Recommended Compatible Accessories
To stay as close as possible to the original setup, choose an electric string set with gauges 010-046 (as indicated on the guitar). A standard guitar strap is also suitable for standing play.
Technical specifications
| Shape | 339 | Nut | Graph Tech |
| Top | 3-ply AAA figured maple / poplar / maple | Nut width | 43.1 mm / 1.695" |
| Back | 3-ply AAA figured maple / poplar / maple | Width at fingerboard end | 57.4 mm / 2.26" |
| Bracing | aged Adirondack spruce, quarter-sawn | Inlays | small acrylic blocks |
| Center block | aged maple | Bridge | ABR-1 Tune-O-Matic |
| Binding | single cream ply | Tailpiece | aluminum |
| Finish | glossy nitrocellulose lacquer | Tuners | Grover Rotomatics |
| Wood | mahogany | Pickguard | black 5-ply |
| Profile | rounded "C" | Knobs | black Top Hats with silver reflectors |
| Scale length | 24.75" / 628.7 mm | Selector switch | cream |
| Fingerboard | rosewood | Neck pickup | 57 Classic |
| Radius | 12" / 304.8 mm | Bridge pickup | 57 Classic Plus |
| Number of frets | 22 | Controls | 2 volumes, 2 tones, 1 selector switch, hand-wired with 500K potentiometers and orange capacitors |
| Fret type | Medium Jumbo | ||
Questions frequently asked
Is the Gibson ES-339 Figured 60s Cherry suitable for blues and rock?
The combination of a '57 Classic neck pickup and a '57 Classic Plus bridge pickup delivers rounded lows, singing mids, and more bite in the bridge position. The semi-hollow body construction with an aged maple center block maintains clarity under overdrive and helps control feedback.
What is the body size of this ES-339?
This model features the 339 shape, which is more compact than a full-sized semi-hollow body. The format facilitates access to the upper frets, with a 22-fret neck and a 628.7 mm scale length.
What pickups are equipped on this semi-hollow guitar?
The electronics combine a '57 Classic in the neck position with a '57 Classic Plus in the bridge position. Two volume controls, two tone controls, and a selector switch are hand-wired with 500K potentiometers and orange drop capacitors.
What string gauge should be used on this guitar?
An electric string set 010-046 matches the original setup: 010, 013, 017, 026, 036, and 046.
Is a case included with the ES-339 Figured?
The guitar comes with a hard shell case and a Gibson accessory kit. Its finish is a glossy nitrocellulose lacquer over a AAA figured maple top and back / poplar / maple. Grover Rotomatic tuning machines complete the hardware.
