Go. The Gibson ES-335 has been a mainstay of the Gibson lineup since its release in 1958, but its large size isn’t particularly forgiving to the majority of players, especially smaller guitarists – enter the Gibson. Jim James, the vocalist, producer, primary songwriter, and guitarist for My Morning Jacket, has long impressed fans worldwide with his band and his solo projects. It is simply one of the best deals today for. 6mm / 0. The bridge ring should measure 3/8″ on the taller side and 9/32″ on the short side. TaylorPlayer Senior Member. My wife bought me a lovely Epi ES-335 for Chrimbo, and as I already had a swt of Seth Lovers in a drawer, the pickups just had to be changed. The way I have it right now is at 4/64” on the high e-string when that string is fretted at the highest fret and the low e-string is 8/64” measured the same way. If the pickups are too close to the strings the magnetic pull can have some effect. Thread starter thebrownguitar; Start date Feb 27, 2005; Prev. We’ve designed the Imperial ® to draw from the long revered qualities of the original P. $2,650. A screwdriver is the easiest, fastest, cheapest and by far the most efficient way to a good tone. 19 mm),. 1. LocationSoCal. 718. I am not super interested in putting new pickups in a $3000 guitar. 6-millimeter distance between the strings and the pickups for the bridge pickup, and 2. 740822. 008'') difference. 19. Well, the 336 and the 339 aren't much larger than a Les Paul (the 339 is about 1" wider a the lower bout), so you can guess the size. However, it does seem to be in my 2013 ES-335 where when I bought it new, the same 57 Classics were in her with the same problem (my problem) - almost equal outputs. I got this guitar a little while ago, and I noticed one of the pickups felt a little springy when I pressed down on it. uk) 50s-style wiring harness in it with 0. Semi-hollowbody Electric Guitar with Figured Maple/Poplar Top, Back, and Sides, Mahogany Neck, Rosewood Fingerboard, and 2 Humbucking Pickups -. Both of these guitars also have humbucker pickups. new type of guitar – the semi-hollowbody ES-335. A little goes a long way toward altering your tone, and. Fret low E at 22nd fret and measure pickup height from underside of string to point . and then 3 of them had shown up on the same day! Fret Dress / Edge Dress Demo Video Link:. I know how to setup a neck, string height and do a proper intonation. I think their great sounding pickups. To many, Alvins’ 335 was ‘the’ epitome of this instrument, but of course, there were other great guitarists as well. Warning: contains kill. If you have very powerful humbuckers, lower the pickup height a tad. If you have an original Gibson PAF pickup and/or M-69 pickup. both in pickup height and the pole piece height. 50's wiring will let you roll off the volume control but retain the treble. Featuring a solid maple center block for added sustain and feedback resistance, Alnico Classic PRO humbuckers, Grover Rotomatic tuners, and a flame maple veneer top and back. Feel free to replace away. Does anyone know guidelines for setting pickup height on this guitar? Should I just use Gibson’s guide for humbuckers?This is my deep dive demo and review of the Inspired by Gibson Epiphone ES-335 Figured Blueberry Burst. Perhaps the influence of pickup height and pole adjustments upon tone and output would make a good subject for a future article? Reply. The process of getting your pickups to this ballpark setting is easy. #1. Skip to main content. Material: 3-Ply Maple/Poplar/Maple. 335s are very sensitive to all adjustments. 335's are huge for some people. Then maybe drop the overall height of the pickup a little. Neck: Solid Mahogany. Treat them right and they will treat you right. The back-story of my interest in the ES-335 is in my introductory post. Like a quarter turn of an adjustment screw or pole piece. A: Gibson recommends 3/32″ on the bass string side and 1/16″ on the treble string side. 175mm) on the Bass Side and 1/16"( 1. Rare in 64; 1962-1965 (rare)-Patent number enamel (purple windings) black leads always nickel covers. Frankly, that (or a '59 neck) is my favorite combination in just about any Gibson guitar. Download. From its inaugural appearance in 1958, the Gibson ES-335 set an unmatched standard. bridge: 8/64 e,E. He now has his very own Epiphone signature model. The ones that fall short are almost always the ones that have neck, nut, saddle or fret […]Step 1. The whole guitar seems to have settled down and "unstiffened". What I. I have had several 335s from 1963 - 1966 and fundamentally, those later Patent sticker pickups (later, meaning mid-sixties) sound articulate and clear as a bell. Bridge pickup should be 3/64" (1. are not the Probuckers. A 335 with Classic 57s is one of the great iconic guitars. Using that coil split push/pull and adjusting my amps. I would also measure height beforehand as a reference. I was all set to swap pickups for some PAFs but like these Epi ones just fine! Looking back, I am a fool for considering dropping $5k on a Gibson!Looking for peoples experiences on whether its worth upgrading the pickups on an Epi ES-335. Part 1: How to Change Guitar Strings & Guitar Neck Adjustment (Ultimate Guitar Setup Guide to Restring Electric Guitar, Guitar String Names, Guitar Neck Adjustment) Part 2: Guitar String Action Setup, How to Get An Extremely Low Action Guitar in 5 Steps. Label is faded and has a “Red Stain” on it that looks like it has been there since new. ES-335 | Neck, Side. #3. I have owned close to 500 of them over the years. If you like them, keep them. If you’re sold on the style and tones of the 335, but you’re looking for something smaller and easier to handle, the Epiphone ES-339 is the way to go. I went back and played the 33xs again, and it was the neck pickup on each that was overly bass heavy. 050 from E to e at 12th fret. Both the 335 and the 339 are awesome but I am enjoying the 339 more. ”. So it could sound dark. Messages 236. Height adjustment and amp settings is key with these pups. I start with them as high. The upscale ES-345 and ES-355 models were officially introduced in 1959, although 10 ES-355s shipped in late 1958. The Tone Zone and Gig Rigs. Overdriven tones can be backed off for. Cleaning and professional repacking. The ES-335 is Epiphone's version of the historic ES-335 that has been wowing guitar players all over the world for over six decades. The JazzN is bright and clear, but without as much character as a PAF. Fender Stratocaster - Position of the Pickup Height Adjustment Screws Adjusting Pickup. The Historic Reissue ES-335 is back and better than. Reversing your pickup height orientation will provide you with. They are not bright, which is okay. 1965 Gibson ES335 – Vintage Cherry. Thread starter johnct3; Start date Feb 9, 2013; Feb 9, 2013 #1. It looks smaller than an ES-335, but I measured it and it's exactly the same size as my old ES-330. Anje. You have both pickups selected and turn one volume or tone down it globally affected both. I play a Strat most of the time anduse 10-49. 3/32” (0. Gibson '57 Classic, '57 Classic Plus, P-90, and P-100 pickups all feature vintage two-conductor wiring. Pickup Swap. Monday, April 17th, 2023. Model Sub-Family: Gibson ES-335 TD Block. Analysis of the magnets, coils and winding pattern revealed the key details that make these pickups tonally unique in the timeline of T-Top production. We're always looking for vintage Gibson electric guitars including ES-335, ES-345, and ES-355 models. 1; 2; First Prev 2 of 2 Go to page. Posted April 21, 2017. com The Tone Zone and Gig Rigs. NGD - Epiphone ES-335 Pro. . Jul 6, 2014. 2022 Gibson ES-335 1959 Custom Shop Murphy Lab '59 Historic ES-335 Ultra Light Aged ~ Vintage Natural. Dubbed ES for "electric spanish", it has always been a great mix of acoustic and electric guitar elements. They were straight HH setups for the pickups. I could probably come up with more ES topics but I don’t know if I want to start writing about pickup slugs and height springs. 17 mm). I think their great sounding pickups. This can vary from player to player depending on playing style and pickup setup. Dec 22, 2014. It sounds like GC just messed up the pickup height in them. #5. All are legitimate complaints about the tone of your 335, 345 or 355. Yes. Guitar Additional Info. Guitar. . Epiphone ProBucker™ 2. Brians Evil Twin. Everything is fully tested before being posted to you. The early PAF was made in 1956 and fitted in some steel guitars. From its inaugural appearance in 1958, the Gibson™ ES-335 set an unmatched standard. WEIGHT (kg/lb): 3. #3. With a few exceptions (more on that later), all you need is a. Remove the relevant control knobs and the selector switch tip if that’s coming out. Based on one of his favorite guitars, the Epiphone Jim James ES-335 features a Seventies Walnut-finished 5-ply laminated maple body with a. Jan 26, 2022. Pickups: Fret low E at 22nd fret and measure pickup height from underside of string to point on pickup closest to string. Epiphone DOT "Pickups". Number of Strings: 6-String. Trial and error is the only way approach pickup height because each pickup is different. The L&M Advantage. 00. Joined Apr 11, 2022 Messages. The neck ring on a 335 is 3/16″ tall on the tall side and 5/32″ on the short side. His guitar was based on an ES-347 (hence the ES-357 moniker), with three P-90’s hidden inside humbucker covers, so he could fool people with the sound. Both the '59B and PGB are bright and thin. ”. Instead of an L bracket like on a Les Paul, it uses the hidden plastic block bracket that site under the guard. Sep 28, 2007 #1 gibson-r8 Active member. All Access. 1965 Gibson ES-335. May 23, 2004. Of course they are just guidelines and jumping off points. Does anyone have any tips. Adjust the pickup height up for a hotter sound and down for cleaner tones. 00. PSD – Layers / Measurements. . Of course they are just guidelines and jumping off points. The 61 ES-335. The brilliant BB King, for instance. Jan 26, 2022. Generally. new type of guitar – the semi-hollowbody ES-335. Epiphone Alnico Classic PRO Pickups - Maple Body w/Figured Maple Top & Back. The ES-335 doesn't fit me either, but I'm taller and it's more a matter of weight and balance for me. should be 4/32"(cm. On the other hand, the ES-335 will be great for blues, jazz, and rock ‘n’ roll. I set my 335 up with new strings , so I lowered the action . A setup is a must especially when you buy used. Anyone thinking about changing their Epi DOT Pickups should try adjusting the height on their stock PUs. Seths work better in full hollow bodies to give them a note liveliness and slightly almost acoustic open-ness. burstman59 New member. The pearloid dot inlay rosewood fingerboard on a hand-rolled Rounded "C" mahogany neck remind players where it all started. Stock bridge (for now see below) Gotoh tailpiece (because I had one lying around)Does pickup height affect noise? Effects of Low Pickup Height Setting Anytime a guitar sounds too harsh, with poor sustain and generally bad tone, try lowering the pickup height before spending any time or money replacing parts or the guitar. McCarty also designed two radical-ly modern solidbody shapes: the Flying V and Explorer. IMO/IME Classic 57s do better in hollows (175) and semi-hollows (335/355) I've played than in solid bodies. I’m changing the trim on my 2022 Epiphone ES-335 Traditional Pro from black to cream. Medium Fade to finish. So just a moderately hotter pickup will usually work. . In terms of pickups, the Epiphone Dot and the Gibson ES-335 offer different sounds. Juan Tumani Senior Member. Gibson ES-335. Crafted from high. It’s a superb rhythm tone and ideal for textured chord arpeggios. And also, the way that the guitar is wired up, when turning the volume pots to 8, the drop off is so severe that it makes using the pots to control. 50 respectively. Tele - Humbucker. Perfect action, perfect frets, and the neck was straight as an arrow. on pickup closest to string. Gibson Gibson Vintage 1962 PAF Patent Number Pickup Nickel Cover Les Paul ES SG 1959 1960 1961 1963 1950's 1960's. 5mm at nut, 52mm at 12th fret. All are legitimate complaints about the tone of your 335, 345 or 355. Adjust the pickup height in relation to the strings, or the individual pole pieces on the pickup. ES-165 (1991–2013) Single pickup ES-175 based on Herb Ellis's. Pole Dance. ES 335: Pickups The Casino comes with the Epiphone P-90 single coil pickups. 693'') vs 42. Wondering if anyone has changed theirs out and what was their experience. Just to head off another thing you might think is wrong but is correct for a 335 style guitar, The neck pickup angle does not follow the neck and string angle. ThroBak Butyrate M-69 rings are a ground up reproduction of vintage reference M-69 PAF guitar pickup mounting rings. Gibson 1959 ES-335 Rose Tattoo 2018. By clicking Subscribe, I agree to receive exclusive offers & promotions, news & reviews, and personalized tips for buying and selling on Reverb. ES-335 Solderless Wiring Diagram; Les Paul. 1962 Vintage Gibson ES-330 TD - Sunburst Finish -. This is the only blonde 63 ES-335 known. I want to put out a theory about some early PAFs. I have also noticed that if you have an OD, Distortion pedal, booster, some of these will darken your tone. The Epiphone ES-335 wins when it comes to sound, build quality. 335 is my dream guitar but I can’t justify $4k for the cherry one. From its inaugural appearance in 1958, the Gibson™ ES-335 set an unmatched standard. All have fairly easy solutions so before. Unlike the "baseball bat" necks found on late '50s Les Pauls, this '60s version opts for the much more universally liked Slim Taper profile, which, as the name suggests, is much thinner and manageable for most players. Pencil graphite (6B or softer is good) with a smidgen of petroleum jelly is good. Silver Supporting Member. During the Cream era, he also used a ’64 SG and a ’64 ES-335. Being 2005 it should have 57 Classic type pickups which are probably vintage ballpark 7-8kohm. The neck ring on a 335 is 3/16″ tall on the tall side and 5/32″ on the short side. The pearloid dot inlay rosewood fingerboard on a hand-rolled Rounded "C" mahogany neck. Well, the 336 and the 339 aren't much larger than a Les Paul (the 339 is about 1" wider a the lower bout), so you can guess the size. This is the ONLY way to go for a myriad of restoration options, converting a stereo ES to mono or dropping some insane tone in your modern reissue 335!. At some point, it occurred to the bean counters at Gibson that it was taking rather a. 20" from cutaway to tail (vs. Lower the bass side of the bridge until it buzzes, raise until clear. These pickups are very simple to install. Don’t forget that the Epiphone ES 335 PRO has upgraded pickups so will be even closer to the Gibson. ”. Reactions: rochell59 and Benny. ”. 00. This will be true of all the screws on the guitars except for the pickup surround screws and the pickup bobbin screws. I just got a new 63 re-issue ES 335. I generally set the pickups as close to the strings as possible. Oct 20, 2021. Crafted with a thermally engineered maple centerblock, and thermally engineered quarter-sawn Adirondack spruce bracing, players will be impressed by the lightweight feel and expanded range of tonal. Jim James, the vocalist, producer, primary songwriter, and guitarist for My Morning Jacket, has long impressed fans worldwide with his band and his solo projects. Identical to short magnet. From its inaugural appearance in 1958, the Gibson ES-335 set an unmatched standard. The ES-335 has been a legendary tone machine since 1958. 2381). The result is that. 030″ range and string height will likely need some adjusting. Full inspection and play test. . I'm not well-versed in "things Gibson" and would like ES 335 specs. I got my first one in 1966 when I was 14 years old. A. 7k. I've been adjusting the neck pickup (lowered overall height while raising the pole pieces) and that has helped a bit, but I still can't find the clarity that I like. My 2005 ES-335 Dot (pre-plek) came with wonderful jumbo frets, probably Dunlop 6100 with some all the way up to . 6K, Bridge 8. First, let me express thanks to all you involved forum members for having such a great place to go for help. The Sounds of the Epiphone ES 335 PRO Oct 22, 2012. Being 2005 it should have 57 Classic type pickups which are probably vintage ballpark 7-8kohm. ES 335 Pickup Timeline; 1958-1961 Long magnet PAF. Adjust pickup height and screws to taste . Cleaning and professional repacking. Imperial ® Humbucker The Imperial ® Humbucker is our take on the original 1950s P. Tighten the thumbwheel against the Post Tool, and hold the two together to turn the post into or out of the guitar. Pickup height. Used – Very Good. I started getting the burn for a 335 back in June. 03-09-2014, 04:21 PM. “My neck pickup is muddy. The pickup height made a night and day difference. Ryan Schuermann shows us the simple way to adjust pickup height. 10" Hi E : 2. 1 of 2 Go to page. 0. Neck pup is not muddy at all, and Bridge pup sounds great. Fender Pickups Control Diagrams; Guitar Setup Menu Toggle. Action height at 12th fret: 1/16" overall (fast) String gauges: 46w-10. This guitar is based on a 1961 Gibson SG that belonged to Dickey Betts but was at one point played by Duane Allman. String height should run about 0. It features twin Humbucker pickups and the Tune-o-matic bridge/Stopbar tailpiece combo moreNov 29, 2020. In the 1950s Gibson recommended a distance of 1/16" (1. I’ve seen a couple of ebony 335 used here in Austin for $2300. 2023 Gibson ES-335 Custom Shop Murphy Lab '59 ES-335 Historic Reissue Ultra Light Aged ~ Ebony. I've searched all over the internet for the factory pickup height for an Epiphone Sheraton ii Pro and haven't been able to find anything definitive. The 57's were OK, but not great. Since then the ES 335 'Dot' has been a must-have guitar in every arsenal. 1,854. Profile view of neck and pitched headstock. Step 10A: Vintage two-conductor wiring. By 57, it was being used in a few “spanish” models-the Les Paul, the ES-175 and various other arch tops. 3. Byrdland, ES-350, ES-5 switchmaster, L-5CE, the Super 400 and the ES-335/ES-345/ES-355 (when introduced in 1958/1959). I had almost returned the guitar prior to adjusting and I am amazed at how much difference the pickups height makes. Epiphone ProBucker™ 3. P90 Pickup Height: bass side, 1. Step 4 - Adjust the pickup height. It is simply one of the best deals today for guitar players who want the classic sound of an ES-335 at an accessible price. I just got a new 63 re-issue ES 335. • Top and Back: 5-ply laminated maple/birch. I think a lot of it has to do with pickup height and the particular individual guitar that they are installed in, and also the particular. Grab a screw driver and adjust pickup height until you find a sweeter spot. Dirty_Boogie Still got the ol' tagger on it. They were straight HH setups for the pickups. Like Tom, I personally think the neck ring looks a little odd backwards but not enough to really bother me as it does sort of level the pickup relative to the strings when mounted backwards. 057. This video is step 5 of a 5 part series. Some instruments only have the non-adjustable slug-type poles (and you definitely should not try to adjust those) but many pickups will be fitted with screw-type poles that can be raised or lowered. Read more: Best guitar pickups overall. 6 mm) for their PAFs in both neck and bridge position, and for both the bass and the treble sides of the pickup. ) but also in regards to which pickup position is in question. Adjust pickup balance. Today (2015) Gibson recommends 1/16" (1. Used – Mint. The best for rich blues tones. Joined. Go. 17,869. The neck was a little thinner that. Performance. The Epiphone "Inspired by Gibson" ES-335 Figured honors the immortal ES-335, the thin semi-hollow archtop that brought archtop class to the rock era. I'd be interested. Treat them right and they will treat you right. When I took it in for the initial setup my luthier took them all to approximately . I am still setting the pickup height because I have not quite got the exact chime I want from the bridge. I also have a 2018 '59 ES 335 RI with MHS buckers. The neck was a little thinner that my. Bridge pickup should be 3/64" (1. Pickups: Fret low E at 22nd fret and measure pickup height from underside of string to point on pickup closest to string. T. Performance Warranty. Price Guide * Excludes Brand New, B Stock, Fair, Poor,. These deliver a fuller sound with a bit more warmth and. Thread starter Belexes; Start date Jul 17, 2020; 1; 2; Next. 2mm (0. Thread starter gibson-r8; Start date Sep 28, 2007; 1; 2; Next. Now measure the string height at the nut; underside of the string to the top of the fret. If you have. In the 1950s Gibson recommended a distance of 1/16" (1. DC: Neck 7. Burst Serial Numbers. Then swap out the controls to some good quality Audio taper pots and PIO caps. F. *Nighthawk is intended for Gibson® Nighthawk routed guitars. Members. Kicking in the bridge pickup in the middle position gives the ES-335 its distinctive “hollow” tone. 2017 gibson es les paul goldtop w/ bigsby & p90 pickups! 335 lp gold tGibson p90 pickups – blue is me. Epiphone's new Inspired by Gibson ES-335 promises to deliver the tone and feel of a classic Gibson in a more affordable package for budget-conscious guitarists.