2015 - Gibson Memphis ES-355 Bigsby 60's Cherry #11895742

The Gibson Memphis ES-355 Bigsby in 60’s Cherry is a striking embodiment of vintage elegance and modern craftsmanship, blending iconic semi-hollowbody design with premium appointments. Built in the classic ES-355 body shape, this guitar features a beautifully resonant 3-ply construction of maple, poplar, and maple for both the top and body, delivering a rich tonal balance with clarity, warmth, and exceptional sustain. The VOS (Vintage Original Spec) lacquer finish enhances its visual appeal, giving the instrument a subtly aged patina that evokes the golden era of late-1950s and early-1960s Gibson artistry.

The semi-hollowbody construction offers the perfect middle ground between solidbody punch and hollowbody airiness, making it highly versatile across genres. The addition of a gold Bigsby tremolo tailpiece paired with a Tune-o-matic bridge not only contributes to the guitar’s luxurious aesthetic but also allows for expressive vibrato and smooth pitch modulation. Every detail, from the elegant hardware to the refined finish, reinforces the ES-355’s reputation as a top-tier instrument.

The neck is crafted from mahogany and shaped in a comfortable Traditional C profile, providing a familiar and inviting feel in the hand. With a 24.75" scale length and a 12" radius, the guitar offers effortless playability suited for both chordal work and fluid lead lines. The Richlite fingerboard, accented with rolled binding for a broken-in feel, is adorned with mother-of-pearl block inlays that add a sophisticated visual touch. With 22 frets sized at .100" x .045", players can expect smooth bending and precise articulation across the entire fretboard. A bone nut with a 1.675" width ensures stable tuning and optimal string spacing.

Tonally, the ES-355 is powered by a pair of ’57 Classic PAF-style humbuckers in the neck and bridge positions. These pickups deliver a timeless voice characterized by warm lows, articulate mids, and sweet, singing highs. Whether clean or overdriven, the sound remains dynamic and expressive, capturing the nuanced character that vintage-inspired players crave. The control layout includes dual volume and tone knobs, a three-way toggle switch, and the Memphis tone circuit, allowing for a wide palette of tonal shaping with clarity and balance at every setting.

Grover Milk Bottle tuning machines provide reliable tuning stability while complementing the guitar’s vintage aesthetic. The entire instrument is housed in a protective hardcase, ensuring it remains safe whether in transit or storage.

Altogether, the Gibson Memphis ES-355 Bigsby 60’s Cherry stands as a luxurious and sonically versatile instrument, ideal for players seeking classic tone, refined playability, and unmistakable visual presence. It is as much a statement piece as it is a professional-grade tool, designed to inspire in both sound and style.

Other specifications include:

• Body Type Semi-hollowbody
• Body Shape ES-355
• Body Material 3-ply Maple, Poplar, Maple
• Top Material 3-ply Maple, Poplar, Maple
• Body Finish VOS Lacquer
• Neck Material Mahogany
• Neck Shape Traditional C
• Radius 12"
• Fingerboard Material Richlite with rolled binding
• Fingerboard Inlay Mother of pearl block inlays
• Number of Frets 22, .100" x .045" fret wire
• Nut Width 1.675"
• Nut Material Bone
• Bridge/Tailpiece Tune-o-matic bridge with gold Bigsby tremolo tailpiece
• Tuners Grover Milk Bottle tuning machines
• Neck Pickup 57 Classic PAF style humbucker
• Bridge Pickup 57 Classic PAF style humbucker
• Controls 2 x volume, 2 x tone, 3-way toggle pickup switch, Memphis tone circuit
• Hardcase
• 8 lbs 14 oz
• #11895742

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