Gibson USA ES-335 Satin Smokehouse Satin Modern

An ES-335 True to Its Heritage, with a More Subtle Approach

Introduced in 1958, the ES-335 established a formula that became a standard: a semi-hollow body with a timeless look, designed to offer resonance without sacrificing stage stability. This Satin "Smokehouse Satin" version retains the DNA of the line while focusing on a discreet matte aesthetic and a "natural" feel that appeals to players oriented towards touch and feel.

Who Is It For and What Styles?

The Gibson ES-335 Satin targets intermediate to advanced guitarists seeking an expressive, nuanced, and immediately musical electric guitar. It excels in jazz, blues, soul, classic rock, and indie, with ideal dynamics for working on right-hand volume control as well as amp saturation.

The Sound

The pair of Calibrated T-Type humbuckers emphasize singing mids, clear highs, and tight lows, perfect for staying present in a mix. In the neck position, you get a warm and enveloping tone, suited for rich chords, jazz voicings, and creamy leads. The bridge pickup delivers more attack and definition for riffs, arpeggios, and punchy crunch.

Thanks to the 2 volume, 2 tone controls and the 3-position selector, the ES-335 allows fine-tuning of bite, warmth, and brightness. The semi-hollow construction adds air and projection, while the aluminum hardware contributes to a lively feel and note sustain.

Recommended Compatible Accessories

To get the most out of your ES-335, choose a set of electric guitar strings (nickel-plated steel) with a gauge that matches your playing style, along with a standard guitar strap. A stable guitar stand is also recommended for daily use. Since the Gibson hard case is included, transport and storage are already secured.

Technical specifications

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

Shape	ES-335 semi-hollow	Nut	Graph Tech
Back and top	Maple/Poplar/Maple 3-ply	Bridge	ABR-1 Tune-O-Matic aluminum
Binding	Single cream binding	Tailpiece	Aluminum Stop Bar
Finish	Satin "Smokehouse Satin"	Tuners	Vintage Deluxe with Keystone buttons
Wood	Mahogany	Knobs	Black Top Hats with silver reflector
Profile	Rounded "C"	Hardware finish	Nickel
Fingerboard	Rosewood	Neck pickup	Calibrated T-Type Rhythm
Radius	12" / 305 mm	Bridge pickup	Calibrated T-Type Lead
Number of frets	22	Controls	2 volume, 2 tone
Inlays	Acrylic dots	Selector	3-position toggle
Scale length	24.75" / 628.65 mm	Wiring	Hand-wired assembly
Nut width	43.05 mm / 1.69"	Included case	Gibson hard case