Used 2003 Gibson Memphis ES-335 Dot

Sonic Evaluation

When I went walking up and down the fretboard of this serial from Gibson Memphis, I felt like my feet were ten feet off the floor! It's supremely touch-sensitive, and it has a wide dynamic range. Oh, and its acoustic resonance is quite impressive, too--I'd be perfectly happy just playing it unplugged, frankly! However, its jaw-dropping qualities become even more apparent when electrified. The high-end is sweeter than cotton candy dipped in powdered sugar, the mids are powerful and punchy, and the low-end is robust but well-mannered. The bridge position has a focused bite and gorgeous sparkling overtone presence, and it works beautifully for anything requiring snarliness, jangle, or twang. The neck position has a lovely chewy, vocal warmth to it, and it sounds warm and clear. If you're looking for a dynamic, super-resonant semi-hollow, this serial will delight you!

Condition Report

This Gibson Memphis ES-335 Dot from 2003 is ready to be your workhorse! It shows a moderate amount of playwear indicating that it has been well-gigged but also well-loved. It's nothing too egregious, but there are a fair number of marks on the body and the headstock. The frets are in fantastic shape, and a previous owner was kind enough to install a bone nut. The bridge, tailpiece, tuners, and bushings are all replacements TonePros parts, but the pickups look like they're the original '57 Classics, and they sound awesome! To top it off, it comes with its original hardshell case.