Gibson Custom Murphy Lab 1964 ES-335 Reissue | Ebony - Ultra Heavy Aged

Discover the unparalleled craftsmanship of this Gibson Custom Murphy Lab 1964 ES-335 Reissue, a Made to Measure creation from the Gibson Custom Shop in Nashville, Tennessee, designed to replicate the iconic 1964 ES-335 with extraordinary detail. This particular model stands out with its rare Ebony finish and Ultra Heavy aging, a combination not typically offered in standard production runs of the 1964 ES-335 Reissue, which are more commonly seen in finishes like 60s Cherry or Vintage Burst with lighter aging levels. The Ultra Heavy aging process by the Murphy Lab, led by Master Artisan Tom Murphy, simulates decades of intensive use, featuring significant lacquer checking, prominent wear patterns, and heavy patina on the hardware, giving it the look and feel of a guitar thats been on the road since the 1960s.

This 1964 ES-335 Reissue features a 3-ply maple/poplar/maple body with a solid maple centerblock, delivering the resonant, woody tone that made the ES-335 a favorite among legends like Eric Clapton, as highlighted in historical references. The mahogany neck, attached with hide glue for enhanced durability and tone, boasts an authentic 64 medium C-shape profile, paired with an Indian rosewood fingerboard featuring small block cellulose nitrate inlays, a 12" radius, and 22 authentic medium-jumbo frets for smooth playability. Equipped with Custombucker Alnico 3 pickups (unpotted), this guitar offers the iconic PAF humbucking tonewarm, articulate, and versatileperfect for blues, rock, and jazz, with CTS 500K audio taper potentiometers and paper-in-oil capacitors ensuring a dead-on 1964 ES-335 sound. Vintage-replica hardware, including an ABR-1 Tune-O-Matic bridge with nylon saddles, a lightweight aluminum stopbar tailpiece, and Kluson single-line, double-ring tuners, all heavily aged by the Murphy Lab, completes the authentic look and feel. This guitar has been professionally set up by our skilled luthiers to ensure it performs flawlessly right out of the box, complete with its Custom Shop case and certificate of authenticity.

• Body & Neck: 3-ply maple/poplar/maple body with a solid maple centerblock, paired with a mahogany neck featuring an authentic 64 medium C-shape profile and an Indian rosewood fingerboard with small block inlays, delivering vintage resonance and playability.
• Neck Profile: Medium C-shape with a 24.75" scale length and 12" fingerboard radius, equipped with 22 authentic medium-jumbo frets for effortless performance.
• Pickups & Hardware: Custombucker Alnico 3 pickups (unpotted) for iconic PAF tone, complemented by an ABR-1 Tune-O-Matic bridge with nylon saddles, lightweight stopbar tailpiece, and Kluson tuners, all in a heavily aged nickel finish.
• Case: Includes Custom Shop reissue hardshell case and certificate of authenticity.

Perfect for players and collectors seeking a truly unique semi-hollow guitar with vintage authenticity and iconic tone, this Gibson Custom Murphy Lab 1964 ES-335 Reissue is a rare gem. Whether youre performing on stage or adding to your collection, its bespoke Ebony finish and Ultra Heavy aging make it a standout choice.